Can Halloween be any sweeter? Krispy Kreme is doing just that with lots of spooky treats in October for doughnut lovers. Krispy Kreme is offering an all-new Looney Tunes Halloween Collection — perfect for a Halloween party at home, … [Read More...]
What’s Happening
Trunk or Treating around Richmond
Trunk or Treats offer families a safe way to celebrate Halloween in a traffic-free and fun environment. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to verify all dates, times, and locations before attending. TRUNK or TREAT Events Be sure to verify all dates, times, and locations before attending. Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church Sunday October 25th 1:30pm – 3:30pm 7000 Park Avenue Richmond, VA 23226 www.TuckahoePres.org Chesterfield County Fairgrounds … [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...]
Halloween Festivities from Scare-Free to Ultra Spooky at Kings Dominion
While the leaves turn gold, red and orange a visit to Kings Dominion has a Halloween-themed focus for those who enjoy thrilling rides, autumn activities or scary costumes. Before you go, plan your … [Read More...]
101+ Super Cute DIY Halloween Costumes
Make one of these DIY Halloween costumes, get tons of compliments, save a load of money, and have a blast doing it! There is still plenty of time to put together a simple DIY costume for … [Read More...]
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 … [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...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
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: […]
Trunk or Treating around Richmond…
Trunk or Treats offer families a safe way to celebrate Halloween in a traffic-free and fun environment. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to verify all dates, times, and locations before attending. TRUNK or TREAT Events Be sure to verify all dates, times, and locations before attending. Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church Sunday October […]
Free Classic Film Noir Movie October 22nd at University of Richmond…
Free Movie Oct. 22nd at University of Richmond One of Brian De Palma’s classic Film Noir movies, “Blow Out (1981)” will be showing for FREE on Thursday, October 22nd 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 […]
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 […]
Fun with Kids
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...]
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 … [Read More...]
Trunk or Treating around Richmond
Trunk or Treats offer families a safe way to celebrate Halloween in a traffic-free and fun environment. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to verify all dates, times, and … [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...]
RVA Giving Back
Trunk or Treating around Richmond
Trunk or Treats offer families a safe way to celebrate Halloween in a traffic-free and fun environment. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to verify all dates, times, and … [Read More...]
Donate Your Halloween Candy to Support Our Troops
If the kids come home with too much Halloween candy, donate it to support the troops! Donating excess Halloween candy means that they'll get treats in their military care packages for the troops … [Read More...]
101+ Super Cute DIY Halloween Costumes
Make one of these DIY Halloween costumes, get tons of compliments, save a load of money, and have a blast doing it! There is still plenty of time to put together a simple DIY costume for … [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?
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,
Free or Cheap With Kids
FREE for Kids (or really cheap)
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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