A lot of people love the tradition of strolling around Richmond during the month of December to see the Christmas lights. Whether you are mapping out a route to enjoy the your own tour of lit homes, strolling along commercial centers, or going to a light show at … [Read more...] about Best Christmas Lights in RVA
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
There are plenty of opportunities to see Santa this holiday season for FREE! Westchester Commons Come and visit Santa, and bring your phone, as you can take as many photos as you want! There is no professional photographer, but you will be able to capture sweet … [Read more...] about FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
The Christmas tradition of documenting the holiday with Old St. Nick lives on in numerous venues around Richmond - from malls, to shopping districts, sporting goods stores to greenhouses, farms to the Children's Museum, although many interactions this year will be … [Read more...] about Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
Review: CarMax Tacky Light Run is Fun for All Ages!
Sportsbackers has done it again - another flawlessly run event to show off the best of RVA - Holiday Edition! Use Promo Code RVAFAM2024 for $4 off your registration fee! For the best prices, register early. Also check for … [Read more...] about Review: CarMax Tacky Light Run is Fun for All Ages!
Richmond Ballet’s Nutcracker is dazzling, entertaining, AND affordable!
We look forward to this show every year, but especially this year with new scenery, revitalized costumes AND a new dance! Here are some of the highlights for us: -The audible "WOW" from our girls when the "Snake" flawlessly slid … [Read more...] about Richmond Ballet’s Nutcracker is dazzling, entertaining, AND affordable!
Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express
This is just an adorable holiday excursion. I love how exciting and fun it is for kids, with such low stress on grownups. The tickets went on sale on Oct. 19th this year, so set a reminder for next October to be on the lookout! It sold out this … [Read more...] about Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express
Last minute activities and gifts to enjoy Christmas on the Cheap
Wishing the best to those who celebrate Christmas. Hope these last minute gifting and activity ideas help you enjoy Christmas on the cheap. If you're feeling crafty and need to keep kids busy, are looking for economical and practical presents or are short on time … [Read more...] about Last minute activities and gifts to enjoy Christmas on the Cheap
Richmond’s Black Friday deals, events and Small Business Saturday
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. My Black Friday-prep tradition typically involves reading the ads in the Thanksgiving Day paper. This year, however, I'm not getting involved with the … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Black Friday deals, events and Small Business Saturday
RVA Christmas Pig House
How cute is The RVA Christmas Pig House ?! The entire yard is COVERED in illuminated or inflated pigs, and my kids LOVED it. So did I...obviously...with a sign that says, "Merry PIGmas & Happy HOGlidays", how could I … [Read more...] about RVA Christmas Pig House
Boulevard Flower Gardens: Pumpkin patch, outdoor fun, FREE admission
If you've been wondering...YES, Boulevard Flower Gardens is worth the drive. We started by playing in the little cottage near the parking lot, and then headed to the patch. These little boys loved running in allll the open … [Read more...] about Boulevard Flower Gardens: Pumpkin patch, outdoor fun, FREE admission
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