Around the Richmond area, there are several opportunities for toddlers and preschoolers to engage with other children; and to help hone some important life skills ranging from fine and gross motor to sharing and taking turns. The list below serves as a guide for … [Read more...] about Activities for young children around Richmond
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Five Day Trips for RVA Families
Richmonders are fortunate to have so many local attractions; but, occasionally, it can be nice to take a day trip and explore a new town. From Richmond, there are an abundance of family-friendly choices for day trips. Here, RVA on the Cheap breaks down day trips … [Read more...] about Five Day Trips for RVA Families
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
During May, which is Bike Month, consider cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; beginners to expert visitors are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Five RVA Museums to Visit for FREE
In Richmond, there are many opportunities to continue learning, particularly at one of our many museums. Check out these museums. Virginia Museum of History & Culture VMHC offers free hands-on learning once a week in the summer. Front … [Read more...] about Five RVA Museums to Visit for FREE
Family Fun at the Pet Expo
ANNUAL PET EXPO TO BENEFIT THE HENRICO HUMANE SOCIETY Family Fun for All – Pet Contests, Vendors, Kid’s Area, Adoptable Dogs and More Henrico Humane Society (HHS) will hold its annual Pet Expo on Saturday, February 22 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at … [Read more...] about Family Fun at the Pet Expo
FREE Kid’s Workshops at Lowe’s
Stop! Hammer Time! Go Go Go! ... to your nearest Lowe's for the monthly "DIY Kid's Workshop", this Saturday! You will need to register your crew in advance for this FREE activity. On the Lowe's website there's a calendar of events where you will find … [Read more...] about FREE Kid’s Workshops at Lowe’s
Valentine’s Day – Ways to Celebrate
Whether you are looking for a simple at home Valentine’s Day for this year only, or to create new, cherished traditions, the options are plenty. Here are a few traditions our family looks forward to every year. Love Letters: A simple and inexpensive way to … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day – Ways to Celebrate
Charles City, Virginia: Day Trips from Richmond
Here's a fun and easy day trip. Charles City, VA is about 1 hour from Richmond. LAWRENCE LEWIS JR. PARK We started with a short hike at Lawrence Lewis Jr. Park. This is a HUGE park known for fishing, bird watching, and picnics. It also … [Read more...] about Charles City, Virginia: Day Trips from Richmond
Things to do in Roanoke, VA
Roanoke, Virginia is roughly 3 hours from Richmond, making it a doable trip for a long weekend. We recently spent 3-nights in Roanoke, and there was still so much to do that we can't wait to go back! We found Roanoke to be safe, fun, clean, and full of … [Read more...] about Things to do in Roanoke, VA
RVA Spring Break Events
Are the kids out of school for Spring Break and looking for something to do? How do you plan to keep them busy? We've found lots of FREE and low cost events in the Richmond area at museums, nature centers, attractions, spring break camps and more. Many Richmond … [Read more...] about RVA Spring Break Events
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