When a website for an amusement park says “PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED” you know they mean business. Walking into Busch Garden’s Howl-O-Scream is like entering a Grimm Fairytale. Fog machines are everywhere, silhouetting witches, ogres, and butchers. Gasoline … [Read more...] about Busch Garden’s Howl-O-Scream terrifyingly entertaining
Attractions & Museums
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
Kings Dominion Halloween Haunt delivers scary thrills, a review
The time of year has arrived at Kings Dominion where every nightmare becomes a reality! Go face your fears at the annual Halloween Haunt on select nights until October 31st. With five mazes, four scare zones, and 6 shows Kings Dominion has upped its scare game to … [Read more...] about Kings Dominion Halloween Haunt delivers scary thrills, a review
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
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 on Friday, Saturday & Sunday - October 15, 16 & 17, 2021 that won’t cost you your whole week’s … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend
FREE and Cheap Things To Do Around Richmond This Week
Enjoying all that is great about Richmond while saving money should be easy to do with this roundup of FREE and cheap events in and around the city this week from Monday, October 18, 2021 to Sunday, October 24, 2021. From culture to the outdoors, … [Read more...] about FREE and Cheap Things To Do Around Richmond This Week
Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
There are many ways to learn more about the history of indigenous people in Virginia. Encyclopedia Virginia has an online description of the history of the Monacan, Powhatan, Mattaponi, Pamunkey peoples. Consider visiting "Mantle," the monument installed on Capitol … [Read more...] about Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia
If you are looking to connect to someone special or give your sweetie some love and attention, on the cheap, any time of the year, there are plenty of activities and destinations in Richmond that are low cost and really can make that special someone feel loved and … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia
Dinosaur Exhibits Boom in Virginia
Dino-lovers in Virginia are in luck, as there is no shortage of opportunities to check out dinosaur sculptures, dig pits and fossils all over the state. Wondering where to travel so you can transport to prehistoric times and visit some dinosaurs? Check out our list … [Read more...] about Dinosaur Exhibits Boom in Virginia
Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
Richmond’s numerous museums highlight history, art, science and more. Whether going to spend a rainy day, entertain the family, show out-of-town visitors around or go on a date, museums fit the bill. Please check websites for the most updated information, … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
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