HAPPY THANKSGIVING! RVA ON THE CHEAP IS THANKFUL FOR ALL OF OUR READERS! THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!! Many of these events listed below are FREE! Check out the line-up of RVA fun. We make every effort to ensure information is current. Please check … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving weekend events and deals in Richmond
Attractions & Museums
Maymont Fall Events
James River Week is September 9 – 16, and Maymont has planned a full week of special programs and activities celebrating life along the James, from art photography and a rain garden workshop to a family night hike and a film screening with the makers of … [Read more...] about Maymont Fall Events
Misfit Acres Farm: Petting Farm near Richmond, Virginia
Misfit Acres Farm - Petting Zoo and Pony Rides in Mineral, VA creates hands-on, unforgettable learning experiences while maintaining the fun and excitement of a petting zoo. Recently, my family had a chance to check out Misfit Acres and as my 3 year old said, … [Read more...] about Misfit Acres Farm: Petting Farm near Richmond, Virginia
FREE, online programs through Virginia War Memorial
The following events are FREE, registration is required. VWM Livestreams – Images of the Great War Tuesday, November 1 – 10:30 am EST Stereoscopic images have been popular since the mid-nineteenth century. Photographers created amazing images and combined … [Read more...] about FREE, online programs through Virginia War Memorial
Total Terror Haunted Attraction: Opening next weekend
Total Terror Haunted Attraction in Powhatan is open every weekend in October. The event is unique in that the staff creates everything. They make their own masks, costumes, props, sets, and sometimes even the music/sound effects. Tickets are $18, but … [Read more...] about Total Terror Haunted Attraction: Opening next weekend
Fun events in August around Richmond – concerts and more!
Fun outdoor performances and events continue throughout the month of August. Enjoy Butterflies Live at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Dominion Energy Jazz Cafe at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Chesterfield County Fair, the Bluegrass Festival at Pocahontas State … [Read more...] about Fun events in August around Richmond – concerts and more!
Fun events around Richmond in June, concerts and more!
Music events are roaring back! This June, some great festivals and concerts are going on, along with something for the littles and furry friends. This round up of events in June should please everyone! ⭐️ Related post: Celebrating Juneteenth in Richmond, … [Read more...] about Fun events around Richmond in June, concerts and more!
Virginia Museum of History & Culture Tells Story of All Virginians
Learn about how Virginia's story is America's story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the short film "Imagine Virginia" in the new VMHC Orientation … [Read more...] about Virginia Museum of History & Culture Tells Story of All Virginians
Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
The month of November is Native American Heritage Month. 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. … [Read more...] about Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
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
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