Are you getting in the Halloween mood? Have you been to one of the local pumpkin patches, corn mazes and fun farms around Richmond, one of the scary or family-friendly Halloween events around Richmond or one of the many festivals around Richmond in October? Well … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Carving Patterns & Tips
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The Ultimate List of Richmond-area Halloween Events and Activities
Welcome to the holiday season where bright pumpkin orange and black are the key colors. So many events in the Richmond area in October usher in fun, festive and sometimes creepy Halloween festivities in so many different ways. This round up listing … [Read more...] about The Ultimate List of Richmond-area Halloween Events and Activities
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 exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Trick or Treating around Richmond
Despite health concerns there is still trick or treating in the Richmond area this Halloween season. Many events like the usually festively, crowded and popular Hanover Avenue in Richmond are toned down or cancelled due to health recommendations about the danger of … [Read more...] about Trick or Treating around Richmond
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 patches over the last few years, our family is excited to try a few … [Read more...] about Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards Charlottesville. They are open daily 9am - 6pm. Timed tickets required for entry … [Read more...] about Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
October Festivals, Halloween Fun & More
The crisp fall air and the crunch of fallen autumn leaves ushers in the changing season. It's a great time to decorate a pumpkin or take a walk through crunching bright leaves. Mark your calendars now for these Halloween-themed events and fall festivals. Some of … [Read more...] about October Festivals, Halloween Fun & More
Kings Dominion’s Pumpkin Fest: Scare-Free, Family-friendly Fun
Never a fan of dark Halloween, I love any type of family-friendly Halloween celebration! We have done many Trunk-or-Treats and several pumpkin patches, but I wanted some variety in our fall festivities this year...enter: Kings Dominion Pumpkin Fest. Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Kings Dominion’s Pumpkin Fest: Scare-Free, Family-friendly Fun
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
The Virginia Capital Trail is a fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg. It is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; beginners to expert visitors are encouraged to enjoy the “Cap Trail.” Before … [Read more...] about Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds
You don't have to go far to enjoy the stunning nature right here in the Richmond area. The city and the surrounding counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Goochland and Hanover are loaded with plenty of FREE parks and fun natural places for kids and adults, where in … [Read more...] about The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds
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