FEATURED EVENTS:

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience. Kids and their families should be ready to ROCK, especially those ages 5-10, when they come see Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed from April 12 – May 5 in the Jessie Bogese Theatre. The 60-minute musical begins with a roar, a scream, and a howl, as the live band of naked mole rats takes the stage. The rats are introduced in a child-friendly way during the opening song and dialogue, and the audience learns that they live underground, like to dig, and are naked (without fur). There is even a fun fashion show!

Parents Morning Out. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

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Today – Sunday, May 5th

Chesterfield Towne Center Carnival. 5-10pm Monday – Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. Chesterfield Towne Center, 11500 Midlothian Turnpike. Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games, favorite fair food and Cirque Cyber thrill shows featuring aerial acrobatics, the Wheel of Destiny and more. Free event admission, circus and parking. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36″ & taller) are $37 on site ($35 cash) and discounted online. See website for ride ticket savings, coupons for rides and food, and event updates. No unaccompanied guests under age 21. More info: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com.

Wednesday, May 1st

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Natural Artists. 10:30–11:30am or 4-5pm. VMFA Art Education Center, Classroom. For ages 2 1/2–5, with an adult. Notice nature’s many colors and textures and create art from natural materials. $22 per toddler/adult pair (VMFA members $18). Registration required.

Thursday, May 2nd

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Fast, Slow, Art We Go! 10:30–11:30am. VMFA Art Education Center, Classroom. For ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Play with spatial concepts, notice movement in artwork, and experiment with dimensional materials. $22 per toddler/adult pair (VMFA members $18).

Friday, May 3rd

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

First Fridays. 5pm-8pm. VMHC. 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, no registration required.

Saturday, May 4th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Sunday, May 5th

Children’s Day at VMFA. 10am-5pm. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. In honor of the Japanese holiday Children’s Day, or Kodomo no hi, VMFA is pleased to offer free admission to children ages 17 and under to the exhibition Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller. Stop by Visitor Services to pick up your complimentary youth tickets or reserve them ahead of time online with the promo code CD2024. Upon arrival to the museum, please stop by Visitor Services for each child in your group to receive a Samurai Armor related art activity to make at home and a free Koinobori, (a cloth streamer in the shape of a carp), which is a traditional symbol of Children’s Day. Free youth admission to Samurai Armor on May 5 is made possible by a grant from the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust. Koinobori streamers are provided by SouthState Bank.

FETCH Fest. 1pm-5pm. Main Line Brewery & Cirrus Vodka. A free family and fido friendly pet wellness event. Fee.

Tuesday, May 7th

$10 Days. 9:30am-5pm. Science Museum of Virginia. On $10 days, admission to the Science Museum is $10 for everyone! The $10 admission includes permanent exhibitions, labs, makerspace and demos. Dome features and admission to the touring exhibition require additional tickets.

Wednesday, May 8th

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Thursday, May 9th

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Friday, May 10th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Kid’s Night Out. 6pm-9pm. Romp n’ Roll Glen Allen location. Kid’s night out is the perfect date night for you! Parents get an evening to themselves while the children get to run, play, dance, and have fun with our energetic instructors. We even include a pizza party dinner and our famous bubble dance party. It’s the best way for your kids (and you) to enjoy yourselves! Enjoy your evening, knowing that our team will make sure your little one has fun playing, exploring, and learning! For kids 2-5 years old. Children do not need to be potty-trained. Member $30 / Non Member $35. Sibling Discounts Available.

Saturday, May 11th

Operation Cow Drop. 10am-3pm. Hanover County Airport, 9500 Sliding Hill Road, Ashland, VA. Chick-fil-A Virginia Center Marketplace and The Center of the Universe locations are proud to announce the return of the Hanover County community, family-friendly event, Operation Cow Drop! Join us Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 10 AM – 3 PM at the Hanover County Airport for games, food, airplanes, and so much more! Admission and parking for this event is FREE with tickets available for purchase for games and activities for the whole family! Come see what happens when 1,500 Chick-fil-A cows fill the sky!

Kids ‘N Trucks. 10am-1pm. Deep Run Park. There will be several vehicles in the parking lot kids to explore and see up close. Get pictures and talk with those who drive them. We will have emergency vehicles, work trucks, and tractors. Food trucks will be on-site to purchase lunch. Free.

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Wednesday, May 15th

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Thursday, May 16th

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Friday, May 17th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Sensory Friendly Nights. 5:00pm-7:00pm. Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield. The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities. Families can register in advance via the website or can in-person upon arrival. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided.

Saturday, May 18th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Wednesday, May 22nd

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Thursday, May 23rd

Parents Morning Out. 9am-Noon. Romp n’ Roll West End & Midlothian. Wednesdays & Thursdays April 10 through June 1. 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.

Friday, May 24th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Saturday, May 25th

Storytime in the Garden. 10am. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Storytime is hosted in the Lora M. Robins Library every Friday and Saturday morning at 10 a.m. After reading two of our favorite books about plants, nature, and everything, there will be a craft activity in the Library that everyone can enjoy. Storytime is held outside the Kelly Education Center building (the Library building) under the Cup Oak trees when the weather allows. Feel free to bring a blanket, or use the cushions (limited availability) provided by the Library, as we enjoy the beauty of the Garden during storytime. Included in regular Garden admission; free for members.

Saturday, May 27th

Sandston Memorial Day Parade. 1pm-4pm. Sandston Memorial Recreation Center 11 J B Finley Road, Sandston, VA. Celebrate Memorial Day with a parade through Sandston and live music, activities, and exhibitor booths after.