GO BIG RED! This weekend, Hanover County is celebrating its most famous export: The Hanover Tomato!The annual Hanover Tomato Festival, held on the second weekend in July, will be in full regalia at Pole Green Park on Friday, July 10th, … [Read More...]
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Free! Hanover Tomato Festival July 10th & 11th
GO BIG RED! This weekend, Hanover County is celebrating its most famous export: The Hanover Tomato!The annual Hanover Tomato Festival, held on the second weekend in July, will be in full regalia at Pole Green Park on Friday, July 10th, from 5PM - 9PM and Saturday, July 11th, from 9AM – 1PM. The festival is both family and dog-friendly! AND IT’S FREE! The free outdoor family and pet-friendly festival is held every year in Mechanicsville’s Pole Green Park, 8996 Pole Green Park Lane. In addition … [Read More...]
Kittens & Cocktails at Virago Distillery
Ready to cuddle some cute kittens? Virago Spirits, one of Richmond’s premier distilleries, is holding a Kittens & Cocktails event from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 12th at its Scott’s … [Read More...]
Dogs & Daiquiris event at Virago Spirits
Do you dig dogs and an occasional daiquiri? If so, you’re in luck! Virago Spirits, one of Richmond’s premier distilleries, is holding a Dogs & Daiquiris event from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, … [Read More...]
Mornings at the Museum: Faces of the Civil War
Are you feeling the heatwave blues? How about hanging out and having fun in a nice cool air-conditioned museum--and also learning something in the bargain? Beginning Tuesday, July 7, the … [Read More...]
Come Meet the Marquis de Lafayette at St. John’s Church
Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite! St. John’s Church, 2401 EAST BROAD STREET, is pleased to welcome the Marquis de Lafayette in honor of Bastille Day (July 14th, 1789). Come meet this historical French … [Read More...]
Food deals and freebies for July and beyond
Spark lots of savings this Independence Day. While most will celebrate July 4th with picnics, barbecues and watching fireworks, hungry bargain hunters can enjoy the holiday by chomping on cheap … [Read More...]
The Byrd Theatre is the place to see old movies on the big screen
Love old movies? If so, the Byrd Theatre, 2908 West Cary Street, is for you! The theatre has been in operation for nearly 100 years, having first opened in 1928.What’s more, house organist … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
Free! Hanover Tomato Festival July 10th & 11th…
GO BIG RED! This weekend, Hanover County is celebrating its most famous export: The Hanover Tomato!The annual Hanover Tomato Festival, held on the second weekend in July, will be in full regalia at Pole Green Park on Friday, July 10th, from 5PM – 9PM and Saturday, July 11th, from 9AM – 1PM. The festival is […]
Center of the Universe Puzzle Races…
Are you really good at putting together jigsaw puzzles? If so, come on down to Center of the Universe Brewing Company, 11293 Air Park Rd in Ashland, and see if you can win the top prize in the COTU Puzzle Races!Grab some buddies or come solo, to compete as the fastest puzzler(s) in the Richmond, […]
National Museum of the Marine Corps…
Stand at Attention! Open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas — and always free, The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a must-see for anyone interested in Marine Corps history, military history and/or just the history of America. Situated on a 135-acre site adjacent to the Marine Corps Base in Quantico, Va., the Museum’s […]
National Parks Entrance-Free Days 2026…
Here in the Richmond area we have numerous National Park sites and many more within driving distance. The fee waiver is a great excuse to make a day trip to these educational, historical and often naturally beautiful places. Which of these nearby National Parks in Virginia will you explore? •The Appalachian Trail is a 2,180+ […]
Fun with Kids
Free! Hanover Tomato Festival July 10th & 11th
GO BIG RED! This weekend, Hanover County is celebrating its most famous export: The Hanover Tomato!The annual Hanover Tomato Festival, held on the second weekend in July, will be in full regalia at … [Read More...]
Mornings at the Museum: Faces of the Civil War
Are you feeling the heatwave blues? How about hanging out and having fun in a nice cool air-conditioned museum--and also learning something in the bargain? Beginning Tuesday, July 7, the … [Read More...]
Come Meet the Marquis de Lafayette at St. John’s Church
Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite! St. John’s Church, 2401 EAST BROAD STREET, is pleased to welcome the Marquis de Lafayette in honor of Bastille Day (July 14th, 1789). Come meet this historical French … [Read More...]
The Byrd Theatre is the place to see old movies on the big screen
Love old movies? If so, the Byrd Theatre, 2908 West Cary Street, is for you! The theatre has been in operation for nearly 100 years, having first opened in 1928.What’s more, house organist … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Kittens & Cocktails at Virago Distillery
Ready to cuddle some cute kittens? Virago Spirits, one of Richmond’s premier distilleries, is holding a Kittens & Cocktails event from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 12th at its Scott’s … [Read More...]
Dogs & Daiquiris event at Virago Spirits
Do you dig dogs and an occasional daiquiri? If so, you’re in luck! Virago Spirits, one of Richmond’s premier distilleries, is holding a Dogs & Daiquiris event from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, … [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...]
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