• Santa’s Night Out

    Gryphon Gymnatics Charlottesville, VA
    All Ages

    Our Kid’s Night Out scheduled for this Saturday has spots open You do not need to be enrolled in classes, so if you’ve been wanting to check out the gym, now’s your chance! Register via your Parent Portal (look for “Santa’s Night Out”) or via email. KNO includes games, pizza, crafts, parachute and of course, [...]

  • Nutcracker Tea Service

    Cake Bloom 705 W Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia
    All Ages

    Join for a holiday-themed deluxe Tea Service on select dates throughout December. Experience our enchanting Nutcracker Tea Service, where we'll be serving up a bountiful menu of winter-theme tea bites and luxury loose leaf teas. This Nutcracker Tea Service is perfect for those looking to enjoy festive flavors. Dates: Thursday, December 4th & Sunday, December [...]

  • Gingerbread Workshop

    Boar's Head Resort Charlottesville, Virginia
    All Ages

    Join us for our Gingerbread Workshop where you can design and build your own edible masterpiece at this ever-popular event. All of the ingredients and construction materials will be provided. Light refreshments and Boar's Head homemade hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Event Dates: Sundays, Dec. 7, 14 and 21 Event Time: 1 p.m. [...]

  • Movie Night With Santa

    Ivy House Play Space Crozet, VA
    Elementary School Age

    Join for a festive (indoor) Christmas Movie Night at Ivy House! Families will enjoy a special visit from Santa and a cozy screening of The Polar Express. This is a relaxed, family-friendly event perfect for creating sweet holiday memories before Christmas week begins. 📅 Sunday, December 21 ⏰ Santa: 3:30–4:30 | Movie: 5:00 🎟 $20 [...]

  • The Nutcracker

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center Charlottesville High School, Charlottesville
    All Ages

    Join Charlottesville Ballet for the holiday classic The Nutcracker presented by Blue Ridge Bank — a magical adventure filled with twirling snowflakes, dancing sweets, and the enchanting journey of young Clara through a world of wonder! This 90-minute holiday favorite features our professional dancers, over 150 local performers, and Clara’s enchanting journey through the Land [...]

  • Winter Wonderland Workshop

    Jefferson-Madison Regional Library - Crozet 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet, Virginia
    All Ages

    Ages 9-18. Join us for a Winter Wonderland Workshop. No registration required. 'Tis the season for holiday creativity! Celebrate the magic of winter in this festive open art studio. Drop by for ornament and card making, junk journaling, sweet treats and hot cocoa bar!

  • Sensory-Friendly Nutcracker Sweets

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center Charlottesville High School, Charlottesville
    All Ages

    Experience Sensory-Friendly Nutcracker Sweets by Charlottesville Ballet Step into a world of wonder with Nutcracker Sweets, a production designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyBODY! Since 2017, Charlottesville Ballet has proudly presented “short and sweet” sensory-friendly performances, and this abridged show that runs less than an hour long is perfect for audiences of all [...]

  • Santa on Ice

    Massanutten 1822 Resort Drive, Massanutten, Virginia
    All Ages

    Santa is also coming to the Rink! ⛸️🎅 Experience the magic of Santa on Ice as he glides across the rink. Join on Tuesday, December 23rd for a magical day on the ice featuring Santa! He will be stopping to spread some holiday cheer!

  • All Aboard With Santa & Friends

    Byrd Theatre Richmond, VA
    All Ages

    Santa Claus himself arrives at the historic Byrd Theatre, bringing along his most beloved friends - Rudolph and the sweet Clarice! Join us for an afternoon filled with: Singing, Mingling, and Santa reading a favorite story before watching The Polar Express on the big screen. You might even walk away with a Surprise Treat! This [...]

  • Baby Buds

    Baby Buds
    Virginia Discovery Museum 524 E Main Street, Charlottesville, VA
    Arts & Crafts

    Baby Buds is an open-exploration activity time for newborns, infants, and toddlers. It supports their parents and caregivers by encouraging physical growth, social-emotional development, and emerging language skills. Engage in structured activities and sensory stations. These focus on tactile stimulation, sound, light, and art. Life with little ones keeps changing, and we love supporting Cville [...]

  • Storytime

    Storytime
    New Dominion Bookshop 404 East Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
    All Ages

    Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour.  Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]

  • Toddler Time

    Toddler Time
    The Art Bar 1447 Allied St Suite K, Charlottesville
    Arts & Crafts

    Toddler Time offers the perfect opportunity for your little ones to embark on a journey of exploration, learning, and growth. Specifically designed for children aged 2 to 4 years old, our program provides a safe and enjoyable environment where creativity flourishes, confidence builds, and friendships blossom. Engaging stories, interactive hands-on activities, and social interaction form [...]

  • Little Nature Explorers

    Little Nature Explorers
    Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Rd, Charlottesville, VA, United States
    Preschoolers

    Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...]

  • Garden Glow at Maymont

    Garden Glow at Maymont
    The Robins Nature Center at Maymont 2201 Shields Lake Drive, Richmond, VA
    All Ages

    Step into a glowing world of color at Garden Glow presented by Kroger — where light and a bit of magic take over Maymont after dark. Wander through mesmerizing light installations by international artists. After a moderately hilly hike through the woods, enjoy a serene stroll through the Japanese Garden, and fun and refreshments in [...]

  • NYE Balloon Drop

    Three Notch'd Brewing Company Charlottesville
    All Ages

    Join for a fun event with face painting, balloon art, NYE swag and much more. Ticketed event.  

  • Noon Year’s Eve Party: Silent Disco

    Jefferson-Madison Regional Library - Northside 705 Rio Road West, Charlottesville, Virginia
    Festivals & Fairs

    Join for the Noon Year’s Eve Party: Silent Disco! It’s the biggest library dance party of the year, celebrate the New Year at noon with your favorite librarians, silent disco style. Bring the whole family (grandparents, cousins, and all) to bust a move, shake off the old year, and enjoy a stress-free celebration! Tiny kiddos [...]

  • New Years at Noon

    Jefferson-Madison Regional Library - Central 201 E. Market Street, Charlottesville, Virginia
    All Ages

    Ring in the new year before the sun goes down with games, crafts, and a New Year’s story. New Year’s countdown to happen at noon at the New Years at Noon event!    Just because the weather is cold doesn’t mean you have to stay home! We’ve got plenty of winter fun for families to [...]

  • NYE Fireworks

    Boar's Head Resort Charlottesville, Virginia
    All Ages

    Enjoy fireworks as part of Winter Wander at Boar's Head Resort.