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Travel On A Tank Getaway-From-Richmond Deals

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It’s summer’s last hurrah and Groupon is offering a number of deals to hotels accessible on a tank of gas’ distance from Richmond. Check out these special offers located nearby historical  sites, mountains, beaches and Washington D.C.’s monuments and museums. … [Read more...] about Travel On A Tank Getaway-From-Richmond Deals

Parks around Richmond, Virginia

Richmond has no shortage of outdoor offerings. Belle Isle, Pony Pasture and Libby Hill Park are often at the top of the list when it comes to RVA’s best outdoor spaces; however, over the last few years, my family and I have discovered several, lesser known, yet … [Read more...] about Parks around Richmond, Virginia

July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia

The Fourth of July celebrates the independence of our nation and the coming together of a diverse groups of people to build our country with tolerance for all.  See details below on Independence Day events. We'll add more events as we get closer to … [Read more...] about July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia

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

Washington D.C. Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour

WASHINGTON D.C. MONUMENTS GUIDE Here's the guide for navigating your way through the monuments and memorials in DC. Bookmark this post for your next trip to DC. HOW TO SEE THE MONUMENTS:   We started at Parking Lot A … [Read more...] about Washington D.C. Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour

Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Lewis Ginter Botanical will offer FREE admission on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in honor of Juneteenth. As part of Waterway Wednesdays garden hours are extended (9AM - 9PM). FREE admission to the Garden on this day includes Women’s Work: The Lee Park … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Watch The Sneetches at home with your child and get paid for it

Want to watch a new movie at home with your child…and get paid for it? Read on to learn how! Preview Free Movies is recruiting audiences to a private screening of the upcoming feature film, The Sneetches, on Saturday, June 22, 2024. The screenings will take … [Read more...] about Watch The Sneetches at home with your child and get paid for it

Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year in Ashland, VA

Play All Day VA - Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year! Ashland is participating in a statewide initiative, Play All Day VA  to create a day full of FREE fun for all! FREE activities: fishing at DeJarnette Park, a Page Path at Pufferbelly Park, a painted … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year in Ashland, VA

Berry Picking Options in RVA and Beyond

It's almost strawberry season! In Richmond, we are lucky to have several farms from which to choose for berry picking fun! Whether you decide to stay close to RVA or drive an hour or two, there is much fun to be had on these farms.  There’s nothing quite … [Read more...] about Berry Picking Options in RVA and Beyond

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