Phish at Riverfront
Two nights of outdoor improvisational rock right along the banks of the James River under the autumn evening sky.
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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.
10 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, touring theater, and neighborhood happenings
Mamma Mia! (Touring)
The smash-hit musical celebration fills the grand historic auditorium with ABBA's timeless upbeat anthems.
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Seven Teller: Official Phish Afterparty
Late-night jam session running well past curfew for fans looking to keep the evening's energy rolling downtown.
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🎸 Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
Public Image Ltd.
Live at The National.
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🔥 New & Notable
Fresh exhibits, seasonal shifts, and limited-run happenings
Fall Foliage Along the James River Park System
Peak autumn colors begin setting in along the T. Tyler Potterfield Bridge and Belle Isle trails, offering crisp morning strolls.
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Virginia Apple & Cider Harvest Season
Orchards across the greater Richmond metro area feature fresh press cider, crisp honeycrisps, and warm apple cider donuts.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a two-hour drive of Richmond
Charlottesville & Blue Ridge Foothills
Drive just under an hour west to tour Skyline Drive fall foliage, sip local viognier at mountaintop vineyards, and walk the historic Downtown Mall.
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Colonial Williamsburg & Historic Triangle
Step back in time just 50 minutes down I-64 to explore living history museums, crisp colonial gardens, and cozy historic taverns.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Local dining spots, seasonal menus, and neighborhood favorites
Sub Rosa Bakery
Wood-fired heritage grain bakery in Church Hill baking exceptional flaky kouign-amann and sourdough loaves that sell out fast.
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L'Opossum
Eclectic fine dining pairing whimsical, high-end French-inspired plates with an unforgettable, theatrical interior design.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Richmond, VA with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Public Image Ltd., Phish at Riverfront, and Mamma Mia! (Touring). 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.
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