Come Celebrate Czech and Slovak Heritage at the Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17th! Enjoy authentic food, drinks, music and dancing, along with agricultural exhibits, a peting zoo and lawn games for kids … [Read More...]
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Regal Cinemas hosts ’31 Screams on Screen’ series with $7.99 tickets every day in October
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Regal Cinemas hosts ’31 Screams on Screen’ series with $7.99 tickets every day in October
Are you afraid of the dark? Face your fears this October with 31 Screams on Screen at Regal Cinemas. The theater chain will show a different classic horror movie on the big screen each day, so fans can relive the thrills of their favorites or experience new scares they haven’t encountered before. Plus, Regal Crown Club members enjoy a new concessions discount each week with the purchase of a 31 Screams on Screen ticket. Image: Regal Cinemas From Oct. 1 to 31, 2026, Regal … [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...]

RVA Restarants with Senior Discounts (some starting at age 50!)
If you or someone you know is 50 years or older, then you/they can enjoy 'senior discounts' at many restaurants around the country. Check out the ones below and let us know of others to add to the … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond

Free Event: Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival…
Come Celebrate Czech and Slovak Heritage at the Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17th! Enjoy authentic food, drinks, music and dancing, along with agricultural exhibits, a peting zoo and lawn games for kids and more exhibits inside the National Czech and Slovak Museum and its gift shop. When & […]

Free Classic B&W Movie October 15th at University of Richmond…
Free Movie Oct. 15th at University of Richmond One of Otto Preminger’s classic Film Noir movies, “LAURA (1944)” will be showing for FREE on Thursday, October 15th in Jepson Hall, Room 118, on the campus of the University of Richmond at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Hard Light Cinema and is FREE and […]

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 […]
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Free Event: Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival
Come Celebrate Czech and Slovak Heritage at the Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17th! Enjoy authentic food, drinks, music and dancing, along with agricultural … [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...]

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 … [Read More...]

The Goochland Drive-In Movie Theatre is still going strong!
There's nothing like watching a movie outside at a drive-in movie theater. Visit websites or call to verify admission prices and to confirm times and ticket availability. Note: Often outdoor events … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back

Free Event: Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival
Come Celebrate Czech and Slovak Heritage at the Virginia Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17th! Enjoy authentic food, drinks, music and dancing, along with agricultural … [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...]

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...]
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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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