Fun & free things to do for a no-spend weekend in Richmond
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Having fun in Richmond doesn’t have to cost you a penny!
Vowed to have a no spend weekend, but can’t come up with any fun ideas?
Here are a few uniquely RVA ways to explore the city and keep your pockets full.
by Danasia Pascal, RVAx contributor
Image Credit: @freeblockbusterrva
Have A Throwback Movie Night
Remember the days browsing through Blockbuster looking for the perfect movie? Well @FreeBlockbusterRVA has boxes in Church Hill, The Fan and Oregon Hill. Leave a movie (and/or some movie snacks), take a movie (and/or some movie snacks)!
Check their Instagram page for updates, but as of now, you can find them in three spots:
Church Hill | 2707 E. Marshall St.
The Fan | 403 Strawberry St.
Oregon Hill | 400 S. Pine St.
Image Source: @maymont_rva
Walk, Bike, Run, or Lounge Around At A Local Park
Take a stroll through Maymont Park and enjoy all the gardens, the farm and wildlife habitats or the Robins Nature Center. Byrd Park, Bryan Park and Forest Hill Park are also great options!
Maymont Park: 1700 Hampton St
Monday - Sunday | 10 am - 7 pm
Byrd Park: 800 Swan Lake Dr
Monday - Sunday | Dusk - Dawn
Bryan Park: 4308 Hermitage Rd
Monday - Sunday | 7 am - 7 pm
Forest Hill Park: 4021 Forest Hill Ave
Monday - Sunday | 6am - 8pm
Image Source: @vmfamuseum
Learn Something New At A Local Museum Or Historic Spot
A number of museums in the Richmond area are free to the public. A personal favorite is the VMFA. It’s easy to get lost in all the exhibits.
The Maggie L. Walker National Historical Site, Virginia Holocaust Museum, Virginia Capitol and Executive Mansion are all free admission, too!
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
Monday - Sunday | 10 am - 5 pm
Maggie L. Walker National Historical Site: 600 N 2nd St
Temporarily closed; check their website for reopening details
Virginia Holocaust Museum: 2000 E Cary St
Monday - Friday | 9 am - 5 pm, Saturday - Sunday | 11 am - 5 pm
Virginia State Capitol: 1000 Bank St
Temporarily closed; check their website for reopening details
Virginia Executive Mansion: Capitol Square
Tuesday - Thursday | 10 am - 12 pm and 2 pm - 4 pm
Find Some New-To-You City Views
There are so many amazing vantage points from which to view our city.
The City Hall Observation Deck is a hidden gym at the top floor of City Hall. You get a bird's eye view of RVA. Just be sure to go on a nice day, as there is no air conditioning or heat on the observation deck.
The Church Hill Overlook is another view that never gets old!
City Hall Observation Deck: Floor OD, 900 E Broad St
Monday - Friday | 8 am - 5 pm
Church Hill Overlook: 2112-2198 E Grace St
Monday - Sunday | Dusk - Dawn
Take A Hike (Or Ride A Bike!)
Both Belle Isle and the Capital Trail have plenty of adventures for hiking and biking to see the scenic and nature sites through the heart of the city. Access points are located throughout the greater Richmond area.
Belle Isle Parking Lot: Tredegar St
Virginia Capital Trail Start: S 17th St
Image Credit: Facebook (@SOJMarket)
Head To The South of the James Farmers Market
Learn more about more local vendors and enjoy a morning outdoors. The farmers market is free to attend, of course, but supporting local vendors is encouraged!
Temporary Location: Bryan Park, 4308 Hermitage Road
COVID 19/Summer Hours (May – October): 8 am – 12 pm
8 am – 9 am, drive thru traffic, PRE-ORDERS ONLY. NO GRAB AND GO.
9:15 am –11:45 am walk thru with controlled number of customers monitored by RMC and Police; this provides food accessibility for all. The market closes at Noon; please allow enough time to shop because all sale transactions need to be completed by 12:05 p.m.
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