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Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Tickets on sale now

Tickets are on sale now for Richmond Ballet's The Nutcracker.  Brand new scenery designed by Alain Vaës, a new Chinese dance choreographed by Ma Cong, and refreshed costumes make their much-anticipated debut this December. While these stunning designs … [Read more...] about Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Tickets on sale now

FREE Commmunity Events

Finding affordable family fun can be tough, so RVA on the Cheap has simplified it for you! Check out the following upcoming events, which are all FREE!    Touch a Truck September 24, 2022 (10AM - 12PM) at Redeemer Lutheran Church Bring your … [Read more...] about FREE Commmunity Events

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

Virtual and in-person classes for teens and tweens

Looking for something interesting for your teens and tweens to add enrichment to their lives? There are many virtual and in-person classes out there – from  art classes to art therapy, dance to yoga, music to languages, and much more. Some are in person. Most … [Read more...] about Virtual and in-person classes for teens and tweens

Scrap RVA Gives Crafters an Affordable Creative Outlet

SCRAP RVA: Richmond Creative Reuse Center must be what crafter heaven looks like. The non-profit arts and crafts store promotes sustainability, creativity, and community engagement by redistributing discarded material to the community for creative and educational … [Read more...] about Scrap RVA Gives Crafters an Affordable Creative Outlet

Family Friendly Programs at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Family Friendly Programs at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts feature performances, hands on activities and of course - the visual arts. The best part of these events is that they are FREE. It’s a great way to expose kids to culture and the VMFA’s … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Programs at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Outdoor cinema around Richmond – Goochland Drive-In, movies in the park and more

There's nothing like watching a movie outside at a drive In movie theater or in a park. Below are a roundup of outdoor movie screenings at the Goochland Drive In, parks and other venues. Keep checking back to see where these venues are popping up, as well as the … [Read more...] about Outdoor cinema around Richmond – Goochland Drive-In, movies in the park and more

Washington Football Team Training Camp Brings NFL Energy To Richmond

The Washington Football Team Training Camp at the Bon Secours Football Team Training Center, at 2401 W Leigh St., is a chance for fans to witness and mingle with the closest (and dearest for many) National Football League (NFL) team for FREE. The Washington … [Read more...] about Washington Football Team Training Camp Brings NFL Energy To Richmond

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