During the summer one of the most fun ways to cool off is at one of the local water parks. Here in Richmond there are four that make it easy to beat the heat. Fortunately, there are ways to save at each of the parks, making this an exciting and affordable … [Read more...] about Make a Splash at Richmond’s Water Parks
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Helpful Hints for Visiting Kings Dominion
Kings Dominion is open! In addition to the familiar favorites, a new ride, Tumbili is open. KD patrons will find an exciting ride in the Jungle Expedition area of the park, where Tumbili riders will enjoy spinning over the rainforest canopy. The ride is … [Read more...] about Helpful Hints for Visiting Kings Dominion
Ways to Save at King’s Dominion’s Soak City
It’s summertime in RVA, and if there’s one thing all Richmonders have in common during the summer, it’s finding ways to beat the humidity. While there are several public pools and splash pads in the area, I urge you to consider visiting Soak City at Kings Dominion … [Read more...] about Ways to Save at King’s Dominion’s Soak City
Free Admission to Museums with Bank of America
Museums on Us® Offering Bank of America cardholders free weekend access to a variety of museums and cultural institutions across the United States. In Richmond, you can use this free pass at the Children's Museum. Just show your Bank of America credit or debit … [Read more...] about Free Admission to Museums with Bank of America
National Museum of the U.S. Army – Free, Fun, Educational
National Museum of the United States Army is about 2 hours from Richmond. You could make this a day trip by combining a visit to Mount Vernon or even a long weekend, by continuing on to DC. The museum is HUGE, and you could spend hours here. (We underestimated both … [Read more...] about National Museum of the U.S. Army – Free, Fun, Educational
Experience Chesterfield and Win Prizes! (FREE)
CHESTERFIELD, VA BINGO - FREE SUMMER FUN This summer as your family explores Chesterfield, Virginia use this BINGO board as both a guide and a motivator, as you win prizes! INFORMATION All are welcome to participate - you do … [Read more...] about Experience Chesterfield and Win Prizes! (FREE)
Fun, funky & cheap: summer activities for kids at home
It's hot out, and kids need a way to keep engaged, play and have fun. If you are looking for a way to keep the kids busy on a budget check out our list of traditional and other funky summer activities that range from reading, to crafting ,to … [Read more...] about Fun, funky & cheap: summer activities for kids at home
Affordable Second Hand Stores in Richmond
Everyone loves to shop. And we have some gems in Richmond. Richmond on the Cheap found there are plenty of local stores and shops that sell beautiful, affordable, and recycled outfits, making the perfect gift or treat for herself and also those on her gift list … [Read more...] about Affordable Second Hand Stores in Richmond
Plan an affordable family-fun day!
THE TOY GUYS This is a small toy store located beside Willow Lawn Shopping Center. They sell used LEGO sets, "fill a bag" of LEGO pieces, "build your own mini-figs" for $2, Pokemon cards, FUNKO pops. This is the PERFECT spot for kiddo's to spend their allowance … [Read more...] about Plan an affordable family-fun day!
Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
When my son was about 18 months, one of my parenting mentors, a mom whose children were a few years older than mine, let me in on a huge secret. “JAW” she called it. Just Add Water. It was her way to make any activity more exciting. Since then we have … [Read more...] about Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
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