FEATURED EVENTS:
Parents Morning Out. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Weekly Open Gym. Fridays @ 12:30pm-1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. April 11 – May 3, 2026 at the November Theatre. Families are invited to experience the excitement of The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, a lively stage show packed with music, laughter, and globe-trotting fun!
Saturday, April 25
Ashland Train Day. 10am-4pm. Downtown Ashland. All aboard for a day of family fun! Bring the kids out to explore real trains rumbling through town, bounce around in the Kid Zone, check out model train displays, climb aboard big trucks, and enjoy live music, food trucks, and local shopping. Don’t miss the scavenger hunt and your chance to win fun prizes—plus, you can even ride the rails with Amtrak! It’s a full day of excitement for train lovers of all ages—rain or shine!
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Sunday, April 26
Annual Highland Sheep Shearing. 2pm-4pm. Head to James Monroe’s Highland for their annual Sheep Shearing event! Watch a live shearing demo using the New Zealand method, then stick around for hands-on wool carding and spinning demonstrations. Fee.
Tuesday, April 28
Tots of Art | Art Can Move Me. 10:30am-11:30am. VMFA, Smurfit Westrock Art Education Center. For ages 15–30 months, with an adult. Take a closer look at people in works of art! Discuss facial expressions and body language. Fee.
Tutus & Ties. 2pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Wednesday, April 29
Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Baby Bugs Stay and Play. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in a beautiful garden setting. Early literacy toys will be provided. Rain location will be inside the Robins Library. Free with garden admission.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program. 10:15am. Children’s Museum – Downtown. A program that incorporates nursery rhymes and sensory experiences into every-day life. For an adult and children ages 3 and under. Free with museum admission.
Young at Art | Puppet Play. 10:30am-11:30am or 4pm-5pm. VMFA, Smurfit Westrock Art Education Center. For ages 2.5–5 years, with an adult. Combine felt, fur, and fun as you discover artistic textiles and make fiber art inspired by VMFA’s permanent collection. Fee.
Friday, May 1
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Weekly Open Gym. 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters. 3:30pm-4:30pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Irish culture! Experience the tradition and energy of Irish dance with Heart of Ireland School of Dance. Watch a lively performance showcasing rhythmic footwork and spirited music, then stay for an engaging interactive session! It’s a fun and educational way to explore a different culture. Ideal for families and children of all ages. Free with Museum admission.
First Friday. 5pm-8pm. Virginia Museum of History and Culture. 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 the galleries, specials in the Café, access to food trucks, live music, and family-centered activities. Free.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Family Night Hike. 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Maymont. Explore Maymont after dark! Meet a nocturnal animal, test your night vision on a guided hike, and search for owls, bats, and frogs. Enjoy hands-on activities and after-hours Nature Center visits. Fee.
Saturday, May 2
Home Depot Kids Workshop – Make a Keepsake Box. 9am.Your local Home Depot Store (check here for registration details and openings). Kids build, hammer, decorate, and create tangible items they can take home using simple tools to build items. Workshops on the First Saturday of Every Month. Registration recommended – workshops are open while supplies last.
Free Comic Book Day 2026. Participating comic shops around the Richmond area. Time varies by store (most open in the morning—arrive early!). Celebrate a day of comics, creativity, and family fun! Stop by local shops to pick up free comics for all ages—from kid-friendly favorites to action-packed adventures for teens and adults. Visit the link for details on participating stores and comic book titles. Quantities are limited, so plan to arrive early for the best selection! Free.
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Virginia Wildlife Trail Grrrrand Reopening. 10am-4pm. Maymont. Celebrate the reopening of Maymont’s Virginia Wildlife Trail with a full day of family-friendly fun! Explore newly renovated habitats, meet new animal residents like porcupines and a coyote, and enjoy live music, crafts, games, scavenger hunts, and wildlife presentations. Free admission to The Robins Nature Center is included during the event. All three entrances will be open. Free.
Tuesday, May 5
Tutus & Ties. 2pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Wednesday, May 6
Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Baby Bugs Stay and Play. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in a beautiful garden setting. Early literacy toys will be provided. Rain location will be inside the Robins Library. Free with garden admission.
Thursday, May 7
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Friday, May 8
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Weekly Open Gym. 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Saturday, May 9
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Tuesday, May 12
Tutus & Ties. 2pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Wednesday, May 13
Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Baby Bugs Stay and Play. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in a beautiful garden setting. Early literacy toys will be provided. Rain location will be inside the Robins Library. Free with garden admission.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program. 10:15am. Children’s Museum – Downtown. A program that incorporates nursery rhymes and sensory experiences into every-day life. For an adult and children ages 3 and under. Free with museum admission.
Thursday, May 14
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Friday, May 15
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Weekly Open Gym. 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters. 3:30pm-4:30pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Irish culture! Experience the tradition and energy of Irish dance with Heart of Ireland School of Dance. Watch a lively performance showcasing rhythmic footwork and spirited music, then stay for an engaging interactive session! It’s a fun and educational way to explore a different culture. Ideal for families and children of all ages. Free with Museum admission.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY NIGHTS. 5-7pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield location. A FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month. Families can register in advance or in-person upon arrival.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Saturday, May 16
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Tuesday, May 19
Tutus & Ties. 2pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Wednesday, May 20
Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Baby Bugs Stay and Play. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in a beautiful garden setting. Early literacy toys will be provided. Rain location will be inside the Robins Library. Free with garden admission.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program. 10:15am. Children’s Museum – Downtown. A program that incorporates nursery rhymes and sensory experiences into every-day life. For an adult and children ages 3 and under. Free with museum admission.
Thursday, May 21
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Friday, May 22
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Weekly Open Gym. 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Saturday, May 23
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Tuesday, May 26
Tutus & Ties. 2pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Chesterfield. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Wednesday, May 27
Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays. Calling all parents craving a breather! Romp n’ Roll has your back! Introducing our Parent’s Morning Out event – your ticket to blissful ‘me-time’ while your little one dives into an incredible adventure. Picture this: three hours of pure relaxation for you while your kiddo enjoys a whirlwind of activities! From artsy creations to musical marvels, games, sing-alongs, and dance-offs, it’s a boundless world of fun and learning waiting for your child. Kids 2-5 years old. 3-hour drop-off program, no potty training required. Registration required.
Baby Bugs Stay and Play. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in a beautiful garden setting. Early literacy toys will be provided. Rain location will be inside the Robins Library. Free with garden admission.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program. 10:15am. Children’s Museum – Downtown. A program that incorporates nursery rhymes and sensory experiences into every-day life. For an adult and children ages 3 and under. Free with museum admission.
Thursday, May 28
Process Art Adventures. 3:15pm. Children’s Museum – Downtown. Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning. Free with museum admission.
Friday, May 29
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Weekly Open Gym. 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Core Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA 23229. A special supervised open gym held every Friday for ages 4 months to 8 years old. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Fee.
Kids Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll – West End and Midlothian locations. This program is every Friday night at both locations. It is designed for children aged 2 to 5 and no potty training is required. Fee.
Saturday, May 30
Storytime in the Garden. 10am-11am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Storytime in the Garden runs every Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Designed to build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Rain or shine. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.
Friday, June 5
First Friday. 5pm-8pm. Virginia Museum of History and Culture. 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 the galleries, specials in the Café, access to food trucks, live music, and family-centered activities. Free.
