160th Anniversary of the Battle of Cold Harbor

Cold Harbor Battlefield, Richmond National Battlefield Park 5515 Anderson_Wright Drive, Mechanicsville

Explore the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Cold Harbor, site of the 1864 battle between United States and Confederate armies. This year’s event features living history demonstrations, including Ulysses ...

Free
Event Series CultureFest Fridays

CultureFest Fridays

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Immerse yourself in a cultural celebration through live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts. This event is in partnership with Culture Encounters, a local nonprofit organization.May 3: Philippines (Asian-American ...

$

First Fridays at VMHC

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to ...

Free

Artist Talk: Re(CLAY)mation of Collaborative Intersections

Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond

Learn from Lydia C. Thompson, a mixed media artist, as she discusses the history of African American ceramics and the inception for the “Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So ...

Free

Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

In commemoration of the Bard, William Shakespeare, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A brief talk is followed by ...

$

Sensory Friendly Nights

Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United States

A night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. Families can register in advance via the link below or can register ...

Free

‘Forgotten’ No More: Honoring Virginia’s Korean War Fallen

Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VA

In the years following World War II, turmoil gripped the Southeast Asian nation of Korea. With the fight of communism at its center, North and South Korea were locked in ...

Free
Event Series Tutus & Ties on Tuesdays

Tutus & Ties on Tuesdays

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Movement 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, ...

$
Event Series Craft Time with Melody

Craft Time with Melody

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

A fun guided craft hour using materials from the studio. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8+ years. This event is free with Museum admission. ...

$

Flourish: Celebrating our Garden and its beauty

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA

2024 marks the Garden’s 40th Anniversary and to celebrate their horticulturists have created new, dazzling displays throughout the Garden. This year’s summer plantings will become lush as the season progresses ...

$

Fourth of July at Stratford Hall

Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA

Commemorate the Fourth of July at the historic home of the only two brothers who signed the Declaration of Independence. Immerse yourself in colonial music from 11 a.m. to 2 ...

$

Independence Day at the Virginia State Capitol

Virginia State Capitol 1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA, United States

Inspired by John Adams’ vision of a grand festival, the majestic Virginia State Capitol grounds will transform into a vibrant hub of activity, bursting with the sights and sounds of ...

Free

CultureFest Friday with Culture Encounters

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Immerse yourself in Chinese culture through live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts. This event is in partnership with Culture Encounters, a local nonprofit organization. Free with museum admission. ...

$

Independence Celebration at Pamplin Park

Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA

Families will enjoy the chance to meet the Marquis de Lafayette portrayed by Charles Wissinger and play games from the 18th and 19th Centuries, see 18th Century American soldiers drill ...

$

Cave Simulation with CaveSim

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

CaveSim will take you on a cave simulation experience. Free with museum admission. ...

$

Sensory Friendly Night

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

A night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month. Families can register in advance via the link or can register in-person upon arrival. A ...

Free

Christmas in July

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

A unique summertime twist on the holiday season. The event features a wide array of festive activities designed to capture the magic and joy of Christmas, but with a warm-weather ...

$

Virginia is for Music Lovers: A History of Virginia’s Black Excellence in Music

Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond

A special interactive pop-up exhibition which showcases the vibrant heritage of Black music in Virginia. This exhibition highlights the talents of local Virginia artists, musicians, DJs, and historians, illustrating their ...

$

First Africans Day at Stratford Hall

Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA

Commemorating the enslaved Africans and African Americans who built and sustained Stratford Hall and the Lee family for generations. This will be a full day of remembering and honoring those ...

Free

Event Series Jammin’ on the James

Jammin’ on the James

Wilton House Museum 215 S. Wilton Rd., Richmond, VA

On the second Saturday of each month this summer for an outdoor concert at Wilton, featuring local bands Sharkk Heartt and Sam Rae, Cary Street Ramblers, and 64 Crayons. Pack ...

$

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

Exhibition Hub Richmond Art Center 12151 W Broad St, Henrico, VA

A 360º digital art exhibition that invites you to step into the universe of the Dutch genius, Vincent van Gogh. Take an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable universe of Van ...

$

Bella Ballerina Pop Up Dance Classes

Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United States

Free pop-up ballet classes for Chesterfield Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June on the third Thursday of each month. No registration is ...

$

Sensory Friendly Night

Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United States

A night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month. Families can register in advance via the link or can register in-person upon arrival. A ...

Free

World War II in the Pacific Weekend

Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA

This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn ...

$

World War II in the Pacific Weekend

Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA

This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn ...

$
Richmond Family Magazine makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.
Richmond

There are great reasons thousands of families have signed up for RFM eNews.

Exclusive Giveaway Alerts | New Issue Reminders | Discount Codes and Savings
SUBSCRIBE NOW
close-link