Light Up the Tracks
Ashland 500 S. Center StreetDowntown Ashland Association transforms the trackside historic district into a vintage Christmas village. A mile-long light display and three weeks of special events. lightupthetracks.com
Illuminate Light Show
Meadow Event Park 13111 Dawn Boulevard, DoswellLighted displays twinkle to Christmas music throughout the drive-through park. Through December 31. 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Virginia Watercolor Society’s 41st Annual Exhibition
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, RichmondFeatures more than 80 watercolor paintings—all by members of the VWS—and includes original works on paper and in various water media from transparent watercolor, acrylic, gouache, or mixed media. Subjects range from landscapes, scenes of everyday life, and imaginary scenes…
Holiday Lights on the Riverfront
Brown's Island 7th and Tredegar Streets, RichmondA display of decorative lights is open on Brown’s Island. Presented by Venture Richmond. Parking is available at the American Civil War Museum ($), Belle Isle parking lot, and on-street parking along 2nd and 5th Streets.
Stony Point On Ice
Stony Point Fashion Park 9200 Stony Point Parkway, RichmondSpin, glide and skate. Details online.
Giant Insects Exhibit
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, RichmondSee everyday insects up close and personal. This touring exhibition features six gigantic, robotic insects ranging from 40 to 120 times larger than life size. This exhibition is sure to excite insect lovers of all ages. Open Wednesday* through Sunday,…
Holiday Tours
Berkeley Plantation 12602 Harrison Landing Road, Charles CityTour the home and see how Christmas was celebrated in the 18th century.
Illumination A Festival of Trees
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen 2880 Mountain Rd, Glen AllenArtisan created Christmas trees deck the Center's halls as they celebrate their annual Illumination. Each tree designed with its own special theme is sure to thrill the youngest to oldest visitors. Don't forget the scavenger hunt or you'll miss out…
Santa’s Enchanted Workshop Virtual
VirtualFor Stanley, Christmas has lost some of its magic. Stanley and his baby sister, SuSu, set out to find out about Christmas by traveling to the North Pole. Trapped in a blizzard, they wind up in a dilapidated gas station…
Tree Decorating
West Broad Village 3950 Wild Goose Lane, Glen AllenLocal non-profit organizations will partner with the shops and restaurants at West Broad Village to decorate trees at the property. Customers will be invited to vote on their favorite tree and text-in to vote. All participating non-profit organizations will receive…
The capABLE Project – Exhibition at the VMHC in The Story of Virginia
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, RichmondYearly since '17, the VMHC has partnered with the The Next Move Program—a nonprofit organization that provides work and educational experiences to young adults with disabilities—presenting this display featuring the stories of young adults with diverse abilities-demonstrating how our entire…
December Friday Evening Culinary Club
Victoria's Kitchen 249 Stonebridge Plaza Avenue, RichmondAges 5 to 16 will enjoy starting class at a later time, allowing a resting time after virtual learning.
Triangle Rock Club – Holiday Camp
Triangle Rock Club Richmond 4700 Thalbro St, RichmondCombines lots of climbing with games and basic climbing safety in a full-day program. Geared towards participants ages 6 to 13. Single day registration available.
