Whether you are letting the kids play with the Nintendo Switch, watch YouTube, and munch on a bucket of snacks within arms reach because “Mama has to work” or doing lots of baking and cookie decorating and gingerbread house making this winter vacation, there's … [Read more...] about Winter Vacation Activities for Kids
Winter Holidays
Best Christmas Lights in RVA
A lot of people love the tradition of strolling around Richmond during the month of December to see the Christmas lights. Whether you are mapping out a route to enjoy the your own tour of lit homes, strolling along commercial centers, or going to a light show at … [Read more...] about Best Christmas Lights in RVA
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
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
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
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!
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
Richmond-area museum stores offer unique holiday gifts
If you’re looking for a unique gift this season, consider shopping at local museum stores. Whether you’re shopping for a history buff, an art lover, or a science explorer, you can find the perfect gift at a museum store. Here’s a roundup of some of the museum … [Read more...] about Richmond-area museum stores offer unique holiday gifts
Richmond Ballet’s Nutcracker is dazzling, entertaining, AND affordable!
We look forward to this show every year, but especially this year with new scenery, revitalized costumes AND a new dance! Here are some of the highlights for us: -The audible "WOW" from our girls when the "Snake" flawlessly slid … [Read more...] about Richmond Ballet’s Nutcracker is dazzling, entertaining, AND affordable!
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
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