We are getting closer to Easter I am starting to think about one of my favorite Easter traditions - dying Easter eggs! Normally we just buy a regular box from the grocery store to dye our eggs but there are so many other new and fun ways to dye eggs these days. … [Read more...] about 16 Creative Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
Easter is traditionally a religious holiday. People often go to the cemetery in the morning and put flowers on the graves of family members, visit church for services or Mass and enjoy celebratory meals with family or at a special restaurant. But this year, for … [Read more...] about Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
Create Your Own Easter Baskets Themes!
What kind of items do you put into your Easter Baskets? Do you just toss in a bunch of candy? What about presents? Do you make it a whole theme? Growing up my mom used to fill our baskets with candy and then include a little gift or two. Now that I am the one … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Easter Baskets Themes!
Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical will offer FREE admission on Wednesday, June 19, 2025 in honor of Juneteenth. JUNETEENTH WILL BE A BUSY DAY AT THE GARDEN; BELOW ARE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: (from Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden) 1. What to Bring: Prepare for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
It's hot out there! The good news is there are plenty of great local places to enjoy the cold treat here in Richmond. Check out local shops and national vendors for you to fully enjoy a scoop in a cone, cup or smooshed between a cookie. FAVORITE ICE CREAM SHOPS … [Read more...] about Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
RVA Memorial Day Events
Memorial Day events around Richmond are listed below include military tributes, arts, amusement park specials, recreation and attractions. Another distinct way to learn about those who served is to visit some of Richmond's historic cemeteries which offer quiet … [Read more...] about RVA Memorial Day Events
FREE Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on Memorial Day Weekend for Military Families
Colonial Williamsburg is offering all active duty Military, Reservists, retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen, and their immediate dependents, FREE admission during Memorial Day weekend or Veteran's Day weekend. Active duty military, reservists, … [Read more...] about FREE Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on Memorial Day Weekend for Military Families
Birthday Freebies
No matter your age, birthdays are special days and a day to celebrate YOU! Let Richmond On The Cheap help you make it a great one. 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 … [Read more...] about Birthday Freebies
Towers of Tomorrow at Science Museum of Virginia
LEGO Lovers Unite! Anticipation Building for New Science Museum Exhibition Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks The final pieces are being put into place! Beginning Saturday, Feb. 1, “Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks” rises within … [Read more...] about Towers of Tomorrow at Science Museum of Virginia
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 Richmond Science Museum of Virginia Join SMV for a fun festival exploring … [Read more...] about Earth Month Activities in Richmond, Virginia
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