Wishing the best to those who celebrate Christmas. Hope these last minute gifting and activity ideas help you enjoy Christmas on the cheap. If you're feeling crafty and need to keep kids busy, are looking for economical and practical … [Read More...]
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Christmas Tree Shopping Around Richmond
There is nothing in the world that matches the feeling one gets when surrounded by soft lights while simultaneously being enveloped by the smell of pine. A Christmas tree is just the thing to help get in the spirit of the holiday. This listing shows the many places of where to get trees cheap, one-time sales, fun places to find Christmas trees, places you can cut down your own Christmas Tree, and farms or stores with live Christmas trees. To find an economical, real or fake tree check … [Read More...]
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
There are plenty of opportunities to see Santa this holiday season for FREE! Westchester Commons Come and visit Santa, and bring your phone, as you can take as many photos as you want! There is no … [Read More...]
Picture-Perfect Memories: Santa Photo Experiences in Richmond
Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable photo experience. With a jolly, authentic Santa and a friendly team that knows how to make families feel at home, you can skip the long lines … [Read More...]
Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
The Christmas tradition of documenting the holiday with Old St. Nick lives on in numerous venues around Richmond - from malls, to shopping districts, sporting goods stores to greenhouses, farms to the … [Read More...]
Ski Lift Ticket and Winter Resort Discounts
Ski adventures are just a car-ride away from Richmond, Virginia. If you’re in the mood for some fun winter skiing, check out this list of ski resorts and mountains. You can visit here to check … [Read More...]
Enjoy the holidays with FREE activities for the whole family
Free activities Richmond has to offer during the holidays: 1. Dropping off a letter for Santa in exchange for a free donut at Sugar Shack. 2. Free Santa visit/photo at … [Read More...]
FREE Pumpkin Patches to Visit
Going to the pumpkin patch is a fall tradition, but where we go is dependent on the needs of our family that particular year. Here are a few of our local favorites with NO admission … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA…
There are plenty of opportunities to see Santa this holiday season for FREE! Westchester Commons Come and visit Santa, and bring your phone, as you can take as many photos as you want! There is no professional photographer, but you will be able to capture sweet memories with Santa in Santa’s Workshop at Westchester Commons, […]
Illuminations and Tree Lighting Around Richmond…
Light up the dark winter with illumination and holiday tree lighting events around Richmond to usher in the festivities of the season. Tree lighting events are a festive way to bring community together. Families build traditions around annual tree lightings, and they are especially fun for children who expect them. It is so fun to […]
Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend…
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to […]
RVA Christmas Pig House…
How cute is The RVA Christmas Pig House ?! The entire yard is COVERED in illuminated or inflated pigs, and my kids LOVED it. So did I…obviously…with a sign that says, “Merry PIGmas & Happy HOGlidays”, how could I not?! The little bucket labeled “pig treats” is available for visitors. (I suggest […]
Fun with Kids
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
There are plenty of opportunities to see Santa this holiday season for FREE! Westchester Commons Come and visit Santa, and bring your phone, as you can take as many photos as you want! There is no … [Read More...]
Picture-Perfect Memories: Santa Photo Experiences in Richmond
Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable photo experience. With a jolly, authentic Santa and a friendly team that knows how to make families feel at home, you can skip the long lines … [Read More...]
Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
The Christmas tradition of documenting the holiday with Old St. Nick lives on in numerous venues around Richmond - from malls, to shopping districts, sporting goods stores to greenhouses, farms to the … [Read More...]
Review: The Most Wonderful Time of Year at Kings Dominion WinterFest
Kings Dominion WinterFest could NOT be more inviting! From the moment you exit your vehicle, you are greeted with a massive, light-changing Christmas tree and holiday music. For our family, this … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Celebrate Children in Foster Care with Worthdays
If you're looking for an impactful way to serve kids in our community AND to involve your own kids in the process Worthdays is SUCH a great opportunity. Worthdays is a nonprofit whose mission … [Read More...]
Volunteering around Richmond helps the community
Volunteering is a powerful way to make a change and an impact in the Richmond area. Volunteering has many benefits. It is a way to build a resume, have new experiences, meet new and interesting … [Read More...]
Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members
Maymont is expanding its most anticipated event of the year, Garden Glow presented by Kroger, to 22 fun-filled nights this fall, from October 16 – November 10. Giant light sculptures will sprout up … [Read More...]
Richmond area Events
Events & More
Looking for something to do in or around Richmond, or even in nearby cities like D.C., Charlottesville, and others?
RVA Events & Festivals
50+ Events and Festivals in and Around Richmond
Mark your calendars now for these fun festivals in and around RVA. Lots of fun, food, and many are FREE. Visit websites
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