Who doesn’t love a good challenge? Especially when the prize is a FREE burrito! Chipotle is again offering its Burrito Vault game, ahead of National Burrito Day on April 3, 2025. Image: Chipotle Mexican Grill Inspired … [Read More...]
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Richmond’s Best Gardens: Beauty, History, Discovery from the Richmond Garden Trail
The Richmond Garden Trail offers a unique spring activity for families, students, couples and of course, horticulturists. The trail consists of ten breathtaking sites within ten miles of one another. Each site provides something different than the next, making each visit quite memorable. Because the garden sites are not walkable from one to the next, patrons can break the trail into several, leisurely trips, or create a full RVA Garden Trail day by visiting all in one day. With no … [Read More...]
Seven Spots to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms in the Richmond Area
As spring nears many are wondering where to enjoy the dazzling Cherry Blossoms. Whether you are doing spring chores around your home like taking out the patio furniture, opening windows and finding … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Living History Museums in Virginia
Making history interesting to children has been a goal in parenting, as my husband is not only a history enthusiast, but also an educator. Throughout the years, we have visited several museums, … [Read More...]
Richmond’s Kids Eat Free And Cheap Deals
Need to score free or cheap eats for the little ones? We have you covered. See below for local deals organized by day of the week. It's what you want when you want it. Visit websites to confirm … [Read More...]
Top Road Trip Destinations
Known as “the birthplace of a nation”, Virginia’s rich history offers much to learn and see. However, as you trek through the history that built the US, don’t miss out on the gorgeous backdrops … [Read More...]
Activities for young children around Richmond
Around the Richmond area, there are several opportunities for toddlers and preschoolers to engage with other children; and to help hone some important life skills ranging from fine and gross motor to … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend…
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to […]
FREE Children’s Museum Event…
I See Me Play in RVA! – City Stadium The Children’s Museum of Richmond presents I See Me Play in RVA!, a free event for families on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Dogwood Dell. This community event will offer tons of opportunities for families to create, grow, build, and read together in interactive ways that […]
FREE Kite Day Fun…
Chesterfield County Kite Day: April 13, River City SportsPlex Bring your family out for a great day of kite flying. There will be entertainment there for your child to enjoy along with a food vendor, too. You are encouraged to bring your own kite, though a free kite will be provided to those […]
Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series Grand Finale! At Dominion Energy Center…
The wait is over…it’s time for the Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series Grand Finale! After being on the road all season, Richmond Performing Arts Alliance (RPAA) is bringing this free community event to their home venue, Dominion Energy Center for the Performing Arts, on May 10, 2025. The event will run from 10:00 […]
Fun with Kids
Free Classes for Babies and Toddlers
Baby Artsplay!™ || Richmond Performing Arts Alliance One of the best kept secrets for baby - toddler activities is Baby Artsplay!™ This is a completely FREE, drop-in activity taught by … [Read More...]
FREE Children’s Museum Event
I See Me Play in RVA! – City Stadium The Children’s Museum of Richmond presents I See Me Play in RVA!, a free event for families on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Dogwood Dell. This community event … [Read More...]
FREE Kite Day Fun
Chesterfield County Kite Day: April 13, River City SportsPlex Bring your family out for a great day of kite flying. There will be entertainment there for your child to … [Read More...]
Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series Grand Finale! At Dominion Energy Center
The wait is over…it’s time for the Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series Grand Finale! After being on the road all season, Richmond Performing Arts Alliance (RPAA) is bringing this free community … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Earth Month Activities in Richmond, Virginia
Earth Day was created 53 years ago to draw attention to the health of our planet. The theme this year Earth Day observances is Invest in Our Planet. Earth Day Celebrations around … [Read More...]
FREE Children’s Museum Event
I See Me Play in RVA! – City Stadium The Children’s Museum of Richmond presents I See Me Play in RVA!, a free event for families on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Dogwood Dell. This community event … [Read More...]
Celebrate Children in Foster Care with Worthdays
If you're looking for an impactful way to serve kids in our community AND to involve your own kids in the process Worthdays is SUCH a great opportunity. Worthdays is a nonprofit whose mission … [Read More...]
Richmond area Events
Events & More
Looking for something to do in or around Richmond, or even in nearby cities like D.C., Charlottesville, and others?
RVA Events & Festivals
50+ Events and Festivals in and Around Richmond
Mark your calendars now for these fun festivals in and around RVA. Lots of fun, food, and many are FREE. Visit websites
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