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 … [Read more...] about FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
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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 Children's Museum, although many interactions this year will be … [Read more...] about Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
Miracle of Christmas – Live at the Zoo: 20 year tradition
One of Richmond’s favorite holiday attractions, Miracle of Christmas-Live at the Zoo, returns for its 21st season December 20-22. The annual pageant is a reenactment of the Christmas Story. This live event includes zoo animals and cast members set against a … [Read more...] about Miracle of Christmas – Live at the Zoo: 20 year tradition
Review: CarMax Tacky Light Run is Fun for All Ages!
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!
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
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
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