There are lots of fun and frugal ways to show love for your special someone on Valentine’s Day. Keep checking back as we add deals and events that come to our attention.
Check some Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia, like going outside and documenting your love at LOVEworks signs around Richmond. You can also celebrate Valentine’s Day through cuisine by exploring: The French Connection in Richmond. Need to keep V-Day family friendly? Valentine’s Day Family Ideas. On a budget? Check out the many DIY Valentine’s Ideas.
FREE or discounted major Richmond attractions:
- Admission is FREE to The Valentine museum on Valentine’s Day. Exhibitions include modern day and historical items all focused on Richmond. 1015 E Clay St, Richmond, Virginia 23219
- Visit the Faberge and Russian Decorative Arts exhibition at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which is FREE on February 14, 2023 and every single day of the year. The eggs have a romantic back story as they were presents from the Czar of Russia Alexander the Third and Nicholas the Second as Easter gifts to their wives and daughters. 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23220
Food specials:
Celebrate Valentine’s Day through cuisine by exploring: The French Connection in Richmond
❤️ Where to Find Locally Produced, High Quality Chocolates in Richmond, Virginia:

Gearharts Fine Chocolates, 306 Libbie Ave B, Richmond, VA 23226 – https://www.gearhartschocolates.com/
Events:

Join us for our February FREE kids event!! We will be decorating Valentines day fuzzy bookmarks! We will have all supplies and lots of chicken tenders on hand! Come for the craft, stay for the beer (and food– and excellent bartenders)

Valentine’s Day Crafts – Children’s Museum Downtown & Chesterfield
Join us all day in the Art Studio to make themed Valentine’s crafts and cards! This event is ideal for ages 2-5 yrs. This event is free with Museum admission.

During their 48-year love story, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court always referred to his wife as his “dearest Polly.”
Join the John Marshall House staff at for a very special event as we delve into the shared romance between John and Polly Marshall. Explore their 1790 home and encounter multiple vignettes that tell a tale of love from the letters and stories that endure, as well as view special historical objects. Light refreshments will be provided and included in your ticket price.
A wonderful Valentine’s Day outing, this event is on-going from 5pm-8pm, with last entry permitted at 7:45pm. Guests are welcome to arrive at any time and stay for as long or as little as they like to enjoy the house, the history, and light refreshments in the museum shop. ($25/ticket)
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Stay tuned for more 2023 Valentine’s events!
Related post: Document your love at LOVEworks signs around Richmond
Celebrate Valentine’s Day through cuisine by exploring: The French Connection in Richmond
On a budget? Check out the many Do It Yourself Ideas to Celebrate Valentine’s Day At Home.
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Children’s Museum of Richmond
2626 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 474-7062
John Marshall House
818 East Marshall St.
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 648-7998
The Plant House