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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

Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities

Apple cider, pumpkins, orange and red leaves abound...Fall in Richmond is on the way! And, to accompany the signs of autumn, there are several local fall activities. After visiting the same pumpkin patches over the last few years, our family is excited to try a few … [Read more...] about Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities

Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms

Fall is here. And when autumn settles in, so do the pumpkins. You know it's pumpkin time because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms

Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members

Maymont is expanding its most anticipated event of the year, Garden Glow presented by Kroger, to 22 fun-filled nights this fall, from October 16 – November 10. Giant light sculptures will sprout up around the grounds, and the Japanese Garden presented by Colesville … [Read more...] about Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members

Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine

If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards Charlottesville. They are open daily 9am - 6pm. Timed tickets required for entry … [Read more...] about Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine

Campgrounds in Richmond Virginia: Pocahontas State Park

Camping at Pocahontas State Park   1. Reserve a campsite online ahead of time.   We've used sites 13 & 25. 13 is bigger and the closest site to the bathroom/showers. 25 is also very close the bathrooms.  You have access to your campsite from … [Read more...] about Campgrounds in Richmond Virginia: Pocahontas State Park

Pickleball is Growing in Richmond

After gaining popularity in recent years, pickleball has found a new home in Richmond. Locals are raving about this exciting game, which offers players a way to stay active and socialize. Linda Scott, an organizer for the Pickleball Club of Chesterfield … [Read more...] about Pickleball is Growing in Richmond

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