October is here and it is an exciting time for families in Richmond! To celebrate the season, many families have a tradition of visiting pumpkin patches for fun autumn activities as well as the pumpkins. If you are looking for a pumpkin patch to visit, check out our Guide to Richmond area Pumpkin Patches. There so many exciting Richmond events occurring this week like the State Fair of Virginia, 29th Street Festival, Art Junction Chili Throwdown, and so much more! Find some time to take your family out to these amazing events and activities occurring this time of year. For more family-friendly Richmond events, make sure to visit our full calendar!
Richmond Events This Week:
October 2nd – October 8th
Events on Monday, October 2
Family Night with Fantasy Face Painting
15th Annual National Arts Program Exhibit
Virginia Jazz: The Early Years
Events on Tuesday, October 3
Milk & Cookies Bedtime Family Storytime
The Maker’s Lab: Holiday 3D Printing Design for Teens
Events on Wednesday, October 4
Native American Art from the Past and Present
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch at Berkeley Plantation
Events on Thursday, October 5
Adult Group Program Open House
Festival of South African Dance
Events on Friday, October 6
FREE Flu Shots from Richmond City Health District
Be a Changemaker: Getting Started
Westchester Concert Series Finale
Events on Saturday, October 7
Annual Chincoteague Oyster Festival