Meal deals are a requirement for hungry bargain hunters, especially now when dining out with friends and family. It’s one of the best opportunities to enjoy a full meal at a discounted price versus paying for each item at regular price … [Read More...]
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Enjoy $2 McCrispy Chicken Sandwich at McDonald’s on National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day
Red Cup Day 2026 at Starbucks: Get free collectible reusable red cup on Nov. 17
Veterans Day freebies and deals 2026
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
Cinnabon celebrates 41st birthday with $1.25 Classic Cinnamon Rolls for one day only
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Red Cup Day 2026 at Starbucks: Get free collectible reusable red cup on Nov. 17
For many, it’s just not the holidays without seeing those ubiquitous Starbucks holiday cups everybody’s hand. Plus, there are the popular café’s seasonal drinks everyone has come to enjoy every November and December — perfect on a cold, wintry day or for taking a break from the busyness of holiday shopping. Photo: Starbucks from 2025 Even more festive, Starbucks is already in the gift-giving spirit with this annual jolly giveaway. Red Cup Day 2026 Check back for … [Read More...]
Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms
It's one thing to eat the fabulous Virginia grown fruits and vegetables from local markets, it's another thing altogether to pick your own right on the farm in which it is grown. Spring is the time … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
Richmond Area Farms Offer Families Opportunities to See, Learn about Animals
Petting zoos offer families a chance to interact with animals in a fun and safe way. Children and adults enjoy petting, feeding and even playing with the gentle animals at farms and zoos. Richmond … [Read More...]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having … [Read More...]
Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a State Treasure
Learn about how Virginia's story is America's story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
Free Steven Spielberg/Tom Cruise Movie November 19th…
Free Movie Nov. 19th at University of Richmond A Steven Spielberg cyberpunk tech-noir movie starring Tom Cruise, “Minority Report” (2002), will be showing on the big screen for FREE on Thursday, November 19th in Jepson Hall, Room 118, on the campus of the University of Richmond at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the […]
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 to year. Swift Creek Berry Farm: For […]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia…
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having fun and getting exercise. From a state park playground to smaller ones nestled in neighborhoods; there is no shortage of playground […]
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 […]
Fun with Kids
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms
It's one thing to eat the fabulous Virginia grown fruits and vegetables from local markets, it's another thing altogether to pick your own right on the farm in which it is grown. Spring is the time … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Red Cup Day 2026 at Starbucks: Get free collectible reusable red cup on Nov. 17
For many, it’s just not the holidays without seeing those ubiquitous Starbucks holiday cups everybody’s hand. Plus, there are the popular café’s seasonal drinks everyone has come to enjoy … [Read More...]
Veterans Day freebies and deals 2026
Thank you for your service. Everyone wants to thank veterans and active military members for their courage and sacrifice. And many restaurants and businesses show their appreciation on Veterans Day … [Read More...]
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
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Looking for something to do in or around Richmond, or even in nearby cities like D.C., Charlottesville, and others?
Best Things To Do
50+ Things to Do in Richmond
In addition to the list below, visit our Orchards and Berry Farms page for in-season fun, Events & Festivals page,
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Richmond offers dozens of FREE events for kids around the area. If you're looking for things to do in Richmond, then
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