Start making plans for Summer 2025! Busch Gardens Williamsburg offers a FREE pass for kids ages 3-5! DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR YOUR FREE 2025 PRESCHOOL PASS! The 2-Park Preschool Pass offers unlimited admission to both our theme … [Read more...] about Busch Gardens FREE 2025 Preschool Pass for Kids 3-5
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Family-Friendly Lodging in Williamsburg, VA
Club Wyndham Kingsgate Best parts of staying at Club Wyndham Kingsgate in Williamsburg, VA: Location: 10 minutes from Colonial Williamsburg; 15 minutes from Busch Gardens 2-bedroom suite: 2 beds PLUS pull-out couch Fridge, microwave, … [Read more...] about Family-Friendly Lodging in Williamsburg, VA
Richmond’s Public Pools & Splash Pads
Keep fit and keep cool by taking a dip in one of Richmond’s FREE or cheap pools. Hotchkiss, Randolph, Blackwell, and Fairmount Richmond Parks & Recreation outdoor pools open from Mid June until September and close after Labor Day. See locations … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Public Pools & Splash Pads
Four FREE Summer Activities for Kids in Richmond, Virginia
I recently had a Mom friend ask, “What can we do that doesn’t cost money? We’ve already spent a fortune keeping the kids busy this summer.” If you’re like my friend, I am here to help! Here are four, FREE summer activities to add structure and fun to your daily … [Read more...] about Four FREE Summer Activities for Kids in Richmond, Virginia
Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical will offer FREE admission on Wednesday, June 19, 2025 in honor of Juneteenth. JUNETEENTH WILL BE A BUSY DAY AT THE GARDEN; BELOW ARE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: (from Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden) 1. What to Bring: Prepare for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Guide to Family Friendly Beaches near Richmond, Virginia
A trip to the beach is a cinch for Richmonders, as we are fortunate to have several beaches within 2.5 hours. Traveling to any of these beaches makes for an affordable and fun way to escape the RVA humidity. As you plan your beach trip this summer, consult … [Read more...] about Guide to Family Friendly Beaches near Richmond, Virginia
FREE Summer Reading Programs
With summer comes sunny days at the pool, exciting family vacations and time for relaxation. Another thing that comes with summer is something educators have referred to as the “summer slide,” the tendency for students to lose some of what they have learned during … [Read more...] about FREE Summer Reading Programs
Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
It's hot out there! The good news is there are plenty of great local places to enjoy the cold treat here in Richmond. Check out local shops and national vendors for you to fully enjoy a scoop in a cone, cup or smooshed between a cookie. FAVORITE ICE CREAM SHOPS … [Read more...] about Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
Things for Kids to do in Richmond
Whether it’s summer, fall, winter, or spring – there are plenty of things to do with kids in RVA. Check out these ideas and let us know of others! And don’t miss our lists of more activities and attractions in Historic Sites, Museums, Parks … [Read more...] about Things for Kids to do in Richmond
Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
FREE FOURTH OF JULY AT LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN, July 4, 2024 Free admission all day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission this day is walk-up only. This is a daytime event only; no fireworks. Open RAIN or SHINE. Celebrate Free Fourth of July by … [Read more...] about Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
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