LEGO Fun
Glen Allen Library 10501 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA, United StatesBest for 4 and older your imagination is the limit as you and your family and friends build creations out of LEGO blocks.
Escape the Library
Varina Library 1875 New Market Road, Henrico, VABest for 3rd grade and up. Use your problem-solving skills to unlock the Super-Secret Box. Can you come up with a solution in time?
Giant Twister at the Library
Gayton Library 10600 Gayton Road, Henrico, VAAges 6 to 11, the only thing better than normal board games is life-sized board games. Come play Twister with us on a larger than life board.
Giant Twister at the Library
Gayton Library 10600 Gayton Road, Henrico, VAAges 6 to 11, the only thing better than normal board games is life-sized board games. Come play Twister with us on a larger than life board.
Happy Hour Fundraiser
The Quirk Hotel 201 W Broad St, Richmond, VAArt-forward and designed to inspire, Quirk Hotel redefines and celebrates Richmond, Virginia, channeling its energy into a boutique hotel experience. Benefits Forward Foundation.
Music and Movement
Clover Hill Library 6701 Deer Run Dr., Midlothian, VAHelp your preschooler shake, rattle, and roll their way to mastering early literacy skills. Registration begins three days before each program. For ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
Kite Day
Glover Park 11217 Greenwood Rd, Henrico, VAThey’re turning the fields into a kite flying zone. An afternoon of fun decorating and flying a free kite that will be provided. Also enjoy food vendors, a DJ, inflatables, and vendors.
Kidz Comic Con Book Festival
Fairfield Shoppers World 5162 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VAArts and crafts tables for kids, a stage performance by “Channel 7”. Photoshoots, Biblical story tellers, cosplay panelists professionals, two costume contests of the best youth and adult. Plus lots of authors of children, science fiction, cultural awareness and autobiography with vendors of various sorts. They will have food available for purchase.
Bricks 4 Kidz
Clover Hill Library 6701 Deer Run Dr., Midlothian, VAExplore your interest in architecture and engineering through this hands-on building program using LEGO bricks, Technic bricks, motors and batteries to build a motorized model. Ages 5 and up. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Bricks 4 Kidz
Bon Air LibraryExplore your interest in architecture and engineering through this hands-on building program using LEGO bricks, Technic bricks, motors and batteries to build a motorized model. Ages 5 and up. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Toddler Time: Out and About
Maymont, Children's Farm Spottswood Road and Shirley Lane, Richmond, VAIntroduce your little explorer(s) to the joys and wonders of farm animals at Maymont through age-appropriate activities. Each session provides fun, engaging and active learning through story time, a craft and a guided exploration. Plus, you and your toddler might even make a few new friends!
Tutus & Ties on Tuesdays
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMovement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making. Dress up and move, move, move. This event is free with museum admission.
RSL Swing for the Symphony Golf and Tennis Tournament
Richmond Country Club 12950 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VAGrab your foursome and register to play a Captain's Choice round of Golf or play in a round robin tennis tournament. Golfs starts at 10:30 a.m. with a box lunch then a shotgun-start with on-course activities and challenges. Tennis starts at 1:30 p.m. with goodies and more.
Pet Connect with the Richmond SPCA
Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United StatesChanel Moses, Coordinator of Humane Education, will lead this series. There will be a new topic every month about general pet care and safety, and even a chill pup for kids to meet and pet. Event free with museum admission.
Lego Club
West End Library 5420 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VARead, build, and share with LEGO. They will start with a short book at 4:00 p.m. for inspiration and then get building. Designed for grades K to 8.
Bubbles and Blooms
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesVisit Agecroft Hall & Gardens for a beautiful evening of food, drinks and glorious strolls through their gardens and trails on the banks of the James River. Beverages from Garden Grove Brewing and dinner from River City Wood Fire will be available for purchase on site. Guitarist Alan Parker will be there providing music throughout…
Family Night Bingo and Games
Hidden Creek Park 2417 Brockway Lane, Henrico, VAAges 5 and older, it's time for the family to enjoy special time playing Bingo, board and card games. Win prizes and plan strategic moves to win but the goal is to have fun with friends and neighbors.
Home for Good Playhouse Event
Short Pump Town Center 11800 West Broad Street, Richmond, VACome out to see one-of-a-kind playhouses built by generous local builders to support a local nonprofit that advocates for children in Henrico County who have experienced abuse and neglect. Visit the Main Plaza to see these amazing playhouses and have an opportunity to take one home. Benefits Henrico CASA.
Dinosaur Discovery
Ettrick-Matoaca Library 4501 River Road, South Chesterfield, VABring the wild world of dinosaurs to life. Students will learn about dinosaurs and step into the shoes of paleontologists as they “dig” for fossils and leave with their very own clay “fossil.” Ages 5 and up. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Scotchtown Fiber Festival
Patrick Henry's Scotchtown 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, VACelebrate spring, the shearing of the sheep, and fiber production. There are also open house tours, children’s activities area, demonstrations in the hearth kitchen, local crafters and vendors, food trucks, and more.
Bahia de Santa Maria: The Spanish Presence in Early Virginia, 1517-1616
Henricus Historical Park 251 Henricus Park Rd, Chester, VADemonstrations will include weapons, armor, clothing, and food of the Spanish soldiers, the objectives of Spanish officers when engaged with native people, English or French contenders, and the religious, political, and economic considerations of creating an outpost mission.
Digging Up Dinos
Central Library 7051 Lucy Corr Blvd, Chesterfield, VAAges 2 to 4, dig up some dinos at this special dino-themed story time. Sing songs and hear stories, then go on a fossil hunt. Registration beings April 15.
Spaced Out- Mad Science: Sun and Stars
Meadowdale Library 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VAAges 5 and older, the Mad Scientist leads a stellar class through the life cycles of the stars. Learn about the sun, see stardust form, and discover how our star makes waves across the spectrum. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Flowers For Friends
North Courthouse Road Library 325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, VATeens, use critical thinking, problem solving and creativity as you learn the nuances of D&D and facilitate the creation of your own stories. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program.
Seed Bombs
Clover Hill Library 6701 Deer Run Dr., Midlothian, VALearn about how seeds grow, Virginia native plants, and the importance of flowering plants. Using soil and seeds, make a seed bomb to plant some seeds in your yard. Registration begins two weeks before each program. Ages 5 and up.
Growing in the Garden
Armour House and Gardens 4001 Clarendon Road, Henrico, VAAges 4 to 5, meet at the children's garden for an afternoon of exploration and imagination. Plant seedlings (while supplies last), play in the children's market and make beautiful sounds on the music wall.
15th Annual Richmond Fashion Week RVAFW Grand Finale Show
Bon Secours Training Center 2401 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VirginiaThe mission of RVAFW is to highlight the vision, celebrate the fulfillment, and continuously expand the potential of Richmond, Virginia's gifted, diverse fashion and arts community. Forward Foundation has been selected as the nonprofit beneficiary for this luxury couture fashion event.
Tutus & Ties on Tuesdays
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMovement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making. Dress up and move, move, move. This event is free with museum admission.
I See Me Play in RVA
City Stadium 3201 Maplewood Ave, Richmond, VAKiddos ages 3 to 12 will enjoy hands-on activities from the Museum and its community partners in the areas of “Build,” “Grow,” “Create,” and “Read. Kids can create their own storybook, watch professional demos, and entertainers. Register on CMoR's website.
Hula Dancing Class
Mechanicsville Library 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place, Mechanicsville, VAAges 18 and up, exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture.
FETCH Fest Pet Wellness Festival
Main Line BreweryFETCH Fest Pet Wellness Festival, formerly Mutt Strut, is a dog-friendly, family friendly event to celebrate a five-week fundraising competition that helps bring awareness to pet cancer. Presented by Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
Spoil Your Mom this Mother’s Day – Afternoon Tea at the Inn
Virginia Cliffe Inn 2900 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VAA lovely way to celebrate moms, grandmas, sisters, aunts, and friends. A gluten-free, nut-free, or dairy-free menu is available at an additional charge. This must be requested at the time of reservation.
Celebrate a Series: Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library
Twin Hickory Library 5001 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen, VA, United StatesGrades 3 to 6, do you have what it takes to break out of Mr. Lemoncello's library? Find out in this escape room-style game. Registration required. 3:30 - 4:00 PM and 4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Mirrors and Windows: A Grown-Up Evening of Play
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAA fundraising gala for adults. This event will include food from local restaurants, specialty drinks at an open bar, lively entertainment, games galore, and plenty of opportunities for adults to feel like Proceeds from the event will support the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s mission to inspire growth in all children by engaging families in learning…
Chick-fil-A Operation Cow Drop
Hanover County AirportWhat happens when cows fly? A fun-filled day of bounce houses, games, airplane rides, food, and more. Stop by the RFM booth for a craft and chance to win a prize. Benefits Grace Christian School.
Reptile Roundup
Ashland Library 201 S. Railroad Ave., Ashland, VATeens, visit the library to meet some scaled friends. Serpentes Reptiles Serpentarium will be paying us a visit with snakes, lizards, and other reptiles. Animals will be available for holding/handling.
Chess Club
King & Queen Library 396 Newtown Road, St. Stephen's Church, VAJoin fellow chess players for a night of playing and learning chess. Whether you're a beginner or advanced player, all are welcome.
Family Fishing Day
Courthouse Park 7232 Courtland Farm Road, Hanover, VACome by and get hooked on fishing, no fishing license is needed and equipment will be provided. Experienced anglers from Bass Pro and Cabela's will be on site. Free fishing poles for the first 100 children under the age of 12.
Summer Festival
Glen Allen Library 10501 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA, United StatesMembers of the Teen Advisory Board have worked hard to put together a variety of activities for their community. Usher in summer with anything from games to crafts. Fun for all ages.
Youth Pinball Camp
Richmond Pinball Collective 9550 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA, United StatesWeek long half day pinball camp led by Brian Garbera at the Richmond Pinball Collective with over 30 machines. Camp will consist of a combination of free play, instruction, technique workshop, fun tournaments and special guests. No previous pinball experience or skills required.
13th Annual Ukrop’s Father/Child Golf Tournament
First Tee Greater Richmond, Chesterfield 6736 Huntingcreek Drive, Richmond, VAEnjoy a great round of golf, games, an amazing lunch from Ukrop's Homestyle Foods, and time with your most precious gifts, your children. Fun "FORE" everyone. Benfits Fatherhood Foundation of VA and First Tee Greater Richmond.
Junior Squirrels FUNNdamentals Camp
The Diamond 3001 N Boulevard, Richmond, VAThe days includes: learning the fundamentals and FUNN during the camp, which covers baseball's rules, positions and basic skills FUNN games and a behind the-scenes look at The Diamond. Daily lunch and autograph session. Four tickets to a game and a camp t-Shirt
Summer Series: All Abilities Fun
Park365 at SOAR365 3600 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, VAInclusive fun in the park with food trucks and music. Featured partner, the YMCA of Greater Richmond, will lead activities for all ages.
Vacation Bible School: Tuckahoe Presbyterian
Tuckahoe PresbyterianJoin a cosmic quest as you explore the light of God's love. Children 4 to 11 welcome. Monday, June 26 - Friday, June 30, 2023, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
Elephant & Piggie Party
Tuckahoe Library 1901 Starling Dr., Henrico, VAKick off your summer with the antics of this loveable duo and take part in crafts, games, and a photo station based on stories from the acclaimed series by Mo Willems.
Summer Series: All Abilities Fun
Park365 at SOAR365 3600 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, VAInclusive fun in the park with food trucks and music. Featured partner, Sportable, will lead activities for all ages.
Summer Series: All Abilities Fun
Park365 at SOAR365 3600 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, VAInclusive fun in the park with food trucks and music. Featured partner, Beyond Boundaries, will lead activities for all ages.
