Robert Earl Keen at The National
Catch the legendary Americana singer-songwriter live on his Then and Now tour in the heart of downtown's historic Broad Street theater.
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Things to do in Richmond, VA with kids
Family activities in Richmond, VA right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
8 hand-picked things to do in Richmond, VA right now · 4 with confirmed dates
How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
🎉 This Weekend in Richmond, VA
Concerts, comedy, and riverfront happenings coming up
Flowers After 5: The Dan Schutt Band
Wind down Thursday evening with live music in the Grace Arents Garden, local beverages, and cooler twilight temperatures among the blooms.
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Pauly Shore at Funny Bone Comedy Club
The iconic 90s comedian and actor brings his stand-up act to Short Pump for a night of high-energy laughs.
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Emo Night Brooklyn at Ember Music Hall
Sing your heart out to classic 2000s pop-punk and emo anthems late into Saturday night in the Arts District.
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🌆 Happening Tonight
After-work plans and evening outings for Tuesday
✨ New & Notable
Limited-time experiences and late-summer happenings across town
Concerts at the New Allianz Amphitheater
Experience Richmond's striking new riverfront music venue nestled on historic Gambles Hill with skyline views and open-air summer acoustics.
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Late-Summer Heirloom Harvest at 17th Street Market
Explore peak-season heirloom tomatoes, sweet local corn, and artisanal goods at the historic cobblestone market space in Shockoe Bottom.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a short drive of Richmond
Blue Ridge Foothills & Charlottesville Getaway
Head an hour west for a weekend of mountain views, historic Grounds visits, and cool tastings at boutique vineyards nestled against the Blue Ridge.
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Historic Triangle Immersion: Williamsburg & Jamestown
Take a quick 50-minute drive down I-64 to walk the 18th-century streets of Colonial Williamsburg or explore the riverside shores of Jamestown.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Buzzy neighborhood spots and late-summer local menus
Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Richmond, VA with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Robert Earl Keen at The National, Flowers After 5: The Dan Schutt Band, and Pauly Shore at Funny Bone Comedy Club. WonderKit refreshes this Richmond, VA guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Richmond, VA?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Richmond, VA, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Richmond, VA this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Richmond, VA" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Richmond, VA. Updated daily.
Plan a family trip to Richmond, VA
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