
This list is your ticket to a plethora of FREE and cheap events in Richmond, Virginia.
Enjoying all that is great about Richmond while saving money should be easy to do with this round up of FREE and cheap events in and around the city this week from Monday, February 22, 2021 to Sunday, February 28, 2021. From culture to the outdoors, literary to crafty, there are many FREE and low cost events all around the city that won’t break the bank. Use this calendar as a guide for cheap fun and an excuse to get out into the city and the greater community. With so many in need around our area, don’t forget to give back by volunteering in the community.
Attractions, fitness, nature, art or food. Richmond has a wide variety of events that are FREE or low cost. Each season means a whole array of indoor and outdoor options to enjoy in the city or beyond. Check with venues to confirm event details. Even if it’s on this list, it’s possible that it’s canceled or changed.
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⭐️ Get on the ice for skating lessons at SkateNation Plus and Richmond Ice Zone or open skate.

⭐️ Sign up for skating lessons at SkateNation Plus and Richmond Ice Zone or just give it a whirl during open skate.
Monday, February 22, 2021
⭐️ Check out more Taco Tuesday deals around Richmond

Lalo’s Cocina – (2617 W Broad St Richmond, VA 23220) ⭐️ $2 Taco Tuesdays
⭐️ Check out midweek specials and discounts at area ski lifts and resorts.

Midweek special: Every Tuesday at Snowflex is $10 Tuesday which means you can purchase a Combo Pass that includes 2 hours of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, sledding, and trampolining! Plus, rentals are included. Liberty Mountain Snowflex Center, 4000 Candlers Mountain Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24502. Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 2.25 hours. Photo credit: Liberty Snowflex Facebook
Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Visit the Science Museum of Virginia and the new exhibit on Mental Health for only $10 on Wednesdays in February. Reserve your time slot in advance on the website: https://www.smv.org/
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
⭐️half-price admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden from Jan. 20 to Feb. 28, 2021

There’s lots to explore and enjoy at the Ginter Botanical Garden in the winter. And all Garden visitors enjoy half-price admission from Jan. 20 to Feb. 28, 2021. During this time only, Garden admission is $6 for adults and seniors and $4 for children. Advance tickets are required: https://www.lewisginter.org/visit-planner/ Please note the Garden is open Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and the Garden Cafe and Tea House will be closed during this time / Photo credit: Facebook / Photo credit: Facebook
Thursday, February 25, 2021
⭐️ Want to hit the slopes on a budget? Check out how to access ski lift ticket and winter resort discounts.

⭐️ Want to hit the slopes on a budget? Check out how to access ski lift ticket and winter resort discounts. Photo credit: Snowshoe Facebook

VCUarts Dance + Choreography is delighted to present VCUarts Dance NOW 2021, new work in the virtual space by students, faculty, and featuring a collaborative re-staging of “Artist Journal” by guest artists Urban Bush Women. Rotating programs will be screened online for four weeks: Fridays, February 19, 26, and March 5 and 12, at 7:00 pm EST. All performances are FREE and available to the public. Links will be shared within 24 hours of each show. February 19 zoom: https://vcu.zoom.us/j/96330156020
⭐️Make your reservations to enjoy Busch Gardens Mardi Gras open Fri., Sat. & Sun. Coasters! Live entertainment! Yummy eats! Sweet treats!
Friday, February 26, 2021
⭐️ Richmond MetroZooTreetop Zoofari tickets are 50% OFF in February

Treetop Zoofari tickets are 50% OFF in February
⭐️ On Saturday mornings at 9am, join CLAVES UNIDOS and Kevin LaMarr Jones for an hour of FREE African roots community dance class. Online live only through Dogtown Dance. Register for this class one hour before it’s starts through Dogtown Dance’s Vagaro app. Donations accepted. http://ow.ly/YEIp50CVMir

On Saturday mornings at 9am, join CLAVES UNIDOS and Kevin LaMarr Jones for an hour of FREE African roots community dance class. Online live only. Please register for this class one hour before it’s starts in our Vagaro app. Donations accepted. http://ow.ly/YEIp50CVMir
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Weekend tips: Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia
⭐️The Children’s Museum of Richmond is where kids can climb, create, explore, and play their way to a lifetime of learning. Visit www.ChildrensMuseumOfRichmond.org to learn more.

The Transportation Station exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s Chesterfield location is a family favorite. Children can explore a life-size fire truck and Greater Richmond Transit Company bus, then climb on the new CarMax Tire Tower. Come see for yourself! Reserve your tickets to play today: https://emuseum.c-mor.org/GeneralAdmission.aspx
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Learn about more Richmond entertainment and arts events. And don’t forget to check the list of the Top FREE Things to Do in Richmond for more good ideas. Sign up for deals through Goldstar to learn about discounted events and shows in Richmond and nearby areas.
Be sure to subscribe to email updates, follow @rvacheap on Twitter or like RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap on Facebook to stay in the know about the latest freebies & deals.
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