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50+ Things to do in RVA
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RVA Events & Festivals
50+ Events & Festivals
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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Spring and Summer Festivals in RVA
Spring and summer festivals in Richmond, Virginia give us a chance to get to know another culture, eat delicious food, hear live music and see our fellow RVA residents in all their diversity. Go to urban intersections, parks, rivers, church … [Read More...]
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FREE Summer Concerts
There are plenty of summer concerts around RVA and many are FREE. Visit the sites below for dates and times of concerts. Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts classical music, musical theatre, reggae, pop, swing, rhythm and blues, rock, jazz and contemporary music concerts on various nights through mid-August (Byrd Park, 600 S. Boulevard, 23220) Music in the Park Concert Series – Forest Hill Park RVA, Sundays in May through October. Various artists, neighborhood vibe (4021 Forest Hill … [Read More...]
Birthday Freebies
No matter your age, birthdays are special days. Check out the great birthday freebies you can get at all sorts of restaurants and stores. In some cases all you need to do is show your ID, but in … [Read More...]
FREE Movies in the Park
Warm summer nights mean FREE Movies in the Park. The City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities is screening family favorites all around town. Bring your blankets, … [Read More...]
Senior Discounts & Deals
Being a senior comes with perks! Getting old might just save you money. Check out these deals. Be sure to visit websites to confirm deals are still valid after posting and read the details for each … [Read More...]
Educators Get 25% Off at Barnes & Noble
Educators - it's your day at Barnes & Noble! You are going to love this deal. Beginning Saturday January 6, 2018 at 9:00am, Pre-K through Grade 12 educators can join Barnes & Noble in the … [Read More...]
RVA Concert Tickets & Product Discounts
It's time to explore RVA and why not save money doing it? We've located some great ways to save while you're having fun - whether it's eating, playing, working, going to the theater, exercising, or … [Read More...]
Free Henrico County Live Events
Mark your calendars now for these events in January 2018 (some events do have a $10 fee but others are FREE!). And learn more about events through Henrico Parks & Recreation here. January … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
Spring and Summer Festivals in RVA…
Spring and summer festivals in Richmond, Virginia give us a chance to get to know another culture, eat delicious food, hear live music and see our fellow RVA residents in all their diversity. Go to urban intersections, parks, rivers, church yards and breweries to take in the sights and enjoy the balmy, and sometimes steamy, […]
FREE Summer Concerts…
There are plenty of summer concerts around RVA and many are FREE. Visit the sites below for dates and times of concerts. Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts classical music, musical theatre, reggae, pop, swing, rhythm and blues, rock, jazz and contemporary music concerts on various nights through mid-August (Byrd Park, 600 S. Boulevard, 23220) […]
July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia…
Richmond is a city rife with history. Whether your bag is athletic, nature-bound, musical, family-oriented or brewery-based, there is a plethora of events that celebrate the Independence of our nation and the coming together of a diverse group of people to build our country with tolerance for all. Richmond Flying Squirrels Game and Independence Day […]
FREE (or cheap) Movies…
Visit websites or call to verify FREE/discounted admission. Summertime brings a series of outdoor activities including Richmond Department Parks and Recreation offers FREE Movies in the Park at various locations around the city. Henrico County also offers FREE movies in a number of parks in the summertime. AMC Theaters – AMC Stub Members enjoy $5 Ticket Tuesdays. Tickets […]
Fun with Kids
RVA free summer fun
Hot summer fun! Boat Launches and Marinas. Living in Richmond gives you great access to the James and Appomattox Rivers. You can also enjoy boating on Lake Chesdin in Chesterfield County. Check … [Read More...]
The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds
Richmond and the surrounding counties are loaded with plenty of FREE parks and fun natural places for kids and adults. Most of the city, county and state parks are FREE and accessible for activities … [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...]
Richmond’s Public Pools & Splash Pads
Ah, summer. What better way to beat the heat and humidity than to take a dip in one of Richmond’s cheap public pools or let the kids run through one of the city’s splash pads? Here’s a list of the … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
RVA Helps FeedMore
More than ever, FeedMore is in need of donations for those who don't have food. Food donations make up a critical foundation of their feeding efforts. To help ensure that food is available when and … [Read More...]
Year-end Donations Can Save You Money on Taxes
How would you like to save money on your taxes and help someone at the same time? Donations to local charities can help you do just that. Things you no longer use may have tremendous value for others. … [Read More...]
Giving Back to the Reinhart House in RVA
Are you looking for a way to give back this holiday season or any time of year? Not sure where to start? Reinhart House since opening their doors on June 9, 2014, has served more than 3,200 … [Read More...]
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