The menu at Chili’s is heating up with its latest spicy creation! The popular restaurant spent nearly two years crafting its new Southwestern Queso, so you know it must be good. The Southwestern Queso — replacing the Skillet Beef … [Read More...]
What’s Happening
October Amazon Prime Day Deals
It's the most wonderful time of the year...to save some money! Happening now until October 8th- you can grab some great deals from Amazon, to be delivered right to your door. Our sister site, Living on the Cheap, has put together an excellent informational post about all the best Amazon deals, and we thought that it was the perfect time to share with you. You can learn how to get 6 months FREE of Amazon Prime, as well as see the top deals of the day! (and yes, you can sign … [Read More...]
Campgrounds in Richmond Virginia: Pocahontas State Park
It's a great time to plan a camping trip! If you've never camped as a family, or just need a few pointers on how to make it less stressful, these are my tips! Camping at Pocahontas State … [Read More...]
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards … [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...]
RVA Music Fest – Biggest Independent Music Festival in Richmond
Looking for a family-friendly fun outing to enjoy some good music? Spend the day at Dogwood Dell Ampitheater hearing some great tunes! It's the biggest independent artist music festival in … [Read More...]
FREE Pre-K Kings Dominion Pass
The Kings Dominion Pre-K Pass is here! The pass is FREE for kids 3 to 5 years old and includes season-long access through the 2026 season, including Soak City Waterpark. With your … [Read More...]
Family-friendly fun at Cross Creek Nursery
Looking for a fun fall outing?! Cross Creek Nursery's got you covered! I love this family-owned, community-focused business, and I know y'all will too! Photo Credit: Deposit … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
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 […]
Boulevard Flower Gardens: Pumpkin patch, outdoor fun, FREE admission…
If you’ve been wondering…YES, Boulevard Flower Gardens is worth the drive. Fall is right around the corner, so now is the perfect time to start making fall plans! It’s a great place to spend an afternoon as a family – and there are so many activities for kids that are FREE to do! […]
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 fee. Always check websites before visiting as offerings change year to year. Swift Creek Berry Farm: […]
All Abilities Playground in Roanoke, VA…
The weather is beautiful, and it’s a great day to explore the All Abilities Playground in Roanoke, VA! This all abilities playground was built through the Addy Grace Foundation. It is near exit 150B on I81, so this is great place to burn some energy during a road trip, or just go to while in […]
Fun with Kids
Campgrounds in Richmond Virginia: Pocahontas State Park
It's a great time to plan a camping trip! If you've never camped as a family, or just need a few pointers on how to make it less stressful, these are my tips! Camping at Pocahontas State … [Read More...]
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards … [Read More...]
Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
Apple cider, pumpkins, orange and red leaves abound...Fall in Richmond is on the way! And, to accompany the signs of autumn, there are several local fall activities. After visiting the same pumpkin … [Read More...]
Five family-friendly spots to explore the James River
The James River is one of the major draws of our city, but if you aren't familiar with RVA, the parking, the crowds, and the overall experience leaves so much unknown, so I am sharing FIVE spots where … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Halloween Hustle: support local families while having fun
This event supports Better2gether RVA, a non-profit that directly supports families of children with complex medical needs. There will be costume contests, trick-or-treating, games - and … [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...]
Celebrating Graduates
Mid-May-to mid-June is the time of university, college, high school and even kindergarten graduations. These rites of passage have been traditionally celebrated with ceremonies, speeches, large … [Read More...]
Richmond area Events
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Looking for something to do in or around Richmond, or even in nearby cities like D.C., Charlottesville, and others?
Best Things To Do
50+ Things to Do in Richmond
In addition to the list below, visit our Orchards and Berry Farms page for in-season fun, Events & Festivals page,
Free or Cheap With Kids
FREE for Kids (or really cheap)
Richmond offers dozens of FREE events for kids around the area. If you're looking for things to do in Richmond, then
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