Sportsbackers has done it again - another flawlessly run event to show off the best of RVA - Holiday Edition! Use Promo Code RVAFAM2024 for $4 off your registration fee! For the best prices, register early. Also check for … [Read more...] about Review: CarMax Tacky Light Run is Fun for All Ages!
Fun with Kids
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 Cabela's. 3. The model train set-up and all the holiday vibes at Great Big … [Read more...] about Enjoy the holidays with FREE activities for the whole family
Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express
This is just an adorable holiday excursion. I love how exciting and fun it is for kids, with such low stress on grownups. The tickets went on sale on Oct. 19th this year, so set a reminder for next October to be on the lookout! It sold out this … [Read more...] about Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express
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 created the perfect intro to our memorable evening! And, I must … [Read more...] about Review: The Most Wonderful Time of Year at Kings Dominion WinterFest
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 … [Read more...] about RVA Christmas Pig House
Light Up the Tracks in Downtown Ashland
Downtown Ashland Association will transform the trackside historic district to celebrate the holidays. Light Up the Tracks, presented by Dominion Energy, includes a light display and six weeks of special events to welcome visitors for a unique small-town holiday … [Read more...] about Light Up the Tracks in Downtown Ashland
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 is to celebrate children in foster care, to make them know they … [Read more...] about Celebrate Children in Foster Care with Worthdays
Washington D.C. – Kid-friendly itinerary
Traveling with kids is a joy and something we treasure. Our family loves finding new places in our state to visit and explore. But, there was one place I longed to visit, but faced with a bit of apprehension: Washington, D.C. Between the unpredictable … [Read more...] about Washington D.C. – Kid-friendly itinerary
Boulevard Flower Gardens: Pumpkin patch, outdoor fun, FREE admission
If you've been wondering...YES, Boulevard Flower Gardens is worth the drive. We started by playing in the little cottage near the parking lot, and then headed to the patch. These little boys loved running in allll the open … [Read more...] about Boulevard Flower Gardens: Pumpkin patch, outdoor fun, FREE admission
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 … [Read more...] about FREE Pumpkin Patches to Visit