• DIY-U Kids’ Workshops by Lowe’s

    DIY-U Kids’ Workshops by Lowe’s
    Waynesboro Lowe's 801 Lew Dewitt Boulevard, Waynesboro, VA
    All Ages

    Register for and attend the monthly DIY-U Kids’ Workshops by Lowe’s. For each workshop you attend, you’ll receive a limited-edition workshop badge. After collecting six qualifying badges, your mini-builder will become a Junior Builder. Present your six qualifying badges to a Lowe’s Red Vest associate during your next registered workshop, and they’ll present your mini-builder [...]

  • Family Studio Day: April

    Second Street Gallery 115 2nd St. SE, Charlottesville, VA
    All Ages

    Everyone is welcome to join for April’s Family Studio Day on April 18, 10AM-2PM. Exhibiting artist Lee Christmas Halstead will be present to help guests envision garden landscapes and other floral beauty as seen in the paintings on view in Fine Art + Flowers. Come celebrate nature and the blooms of spring with us! All [...]

    Free
  • Earth Day Celebration

    Greene County Historical Society
    All Ages

    Celebrate Earth Day with the Art Guild of Greene Visit the Greene County Historical Society to celebrate the earth through creative expression. Enjoy hands-on art activities inspired by nature and connect with local artists. Learn about more Earth Day events in the Charlottesville area.

  • Yay! Crozet! Passport Event

    Mudhouse Crozet +2 more
    All Ages

    Crozet's Annual Small Business Passport Event is fun for the whole family. Visit Crozet businesses, collect stickers, and win prizes!

    Free
  • 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 [...]

  • Healthy Kids Day

    Brooks Family YMCA 151 McIntire Park Drive, Charlottesville, VA
    All Ages

    Healthy Kids Day is our annual, family-friendly celebration of active play and healthy habits for kids of all ages. Enjoy free indoor and outdoor activities, plus time in the pool. Brooks Family YMCA will be open to the public starting at 7:15am with free entry for our Les Mills Launch and family-friendly group exercise options, [...]

  • Charlottesville Jamboree

    Fairview Swim & Tennis Club 707 Belvedere Blvd, Charlottesville, Virginia
    All Ages

    CHARLOTTESVILLE’S FESTIVAL WITH HEART, FLAVOR & FRESH SOUNDS DISCOVER NEW MUSIC, SAVOR LOCAL FLAVORS, AND MAKE MEMORIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AT THE JAMBOREE. We keep the festival spirit alive—just with a Charlottesville twist—at the Fairview Swim & Tennis Club from 12pm-8pm on Saturday, April 18th. Our stage features rising bands and artists you won’t [...]

  • Earth Day Fair & Raffle

    Hillside School 600 McIntire Road, Charlottesville
    All Ages

    EARTH DAY FAIR & RAFFLE Join for a day of paper making, face painting, treats & drinks and more. There are so many good prizes to win. Tickets are on sale starting now. 1 ticket for $10 5 tickets for $40 10 tickets for $70 Email : hillsiderentalspace@gmail.com for all ticket and purchasing info.

  • Hope Fest

    Rivanna River Co. 1520 E 1520 E High St, Charlottesville, VA
    All Ages

    Join on Saturday April 18th, for a magical evening of family fun, food trucks and live music under the twinkling lights at the Rivanna River Company! All ticket sales will directly go to Reclaimed Hope in support of our programs like Camp Hope and Thrive, so the we can continue supporting local families. Music Headliner: [...]

  • Roller Skating Night

    Roller Skating Night
    Greenwood Community Center Crozet, Virginia
    All Ages

    The Greenwood Community Center offers public roller-skating on Saturday Nights 6pm-8pm. Admission is $3 to rent skates and $2 if you have your own skates. Roller blades are allowed. No metal wheels! Skating Rink is available for private skating parties!   CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to [...]

  • Greene Dark Skies Lyrid Meteor Shower Viewing

    Ruckersville
    Learning Fun

    Join for an evening under the stars as we watch the annual Lyrid Meteor Shower and learn to identify Spring constellations. This guided dark-sky event will include meteor viewing, constellation identification, and a brief discussion on how light pollution affects night-sky visibility and why protecting dark skies matters. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • UVA Engineering Open House

    All Ages

    At our annual Open House, you’ll talk to our amazing students, engage with world-renowned faculty, meet our trailblazing Dean, get an inside look at undergraduate research projects, and experience our vibrant, collaborative culture first-hand. You’ll learn how a UVA Engineering education is one of the best choices you can make to prepare for an exciting, [...]

    Free
  • Donor Diapers Giveaway

    Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 233 4th St NW, Charlottesville, VA, United States
    Especially for Parents

    Donor Diapers are driven by a single goal; supply families with free diapering supplies. Jefferson School City Center Loop   From learning about doulas, baby sleep strategies, pediatric care, and choosing a daycare or preschool to bonding with baby and postpartum care for moms, we’ve gathered helpful articles to guide Charlottesville moms and dads through [...]

  • Stuffyville

    Jefferson-Madison Regional Library - Central 201 E. Market Street, Charlottesville, Virginia
    Elementary School Age

    Children, Ages 3-7 Registration required. Kids and their plush bestfriends will visit places around Stuffyville, our pretend town. Join the Library for a fun adventure where imagination brings Stuffyville to life!

  • 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 [...]

  • 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. [...]

  • Puffling Play

    Kindred Cville Charlottesville
    Pregnancy/Baby

    Join for Puffling Play Club, a fun and welcoming playgroup for little ones ages 5 and under! Let your kiddos explore and climb through ball pits, soft play cubes, and wooden Pikler triangles, while you enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee and connect with other parents.