RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:54:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 70617419 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/richmond-banner-havefunbecheap-no-box-6604.gif RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/free-and-cheap-things-to-do-in-richmond-this-weekend/ Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604315586/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Free-and-cheap-things-to-do-in-Richmond-this-weekend/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:10:05 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=445582 Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to […]

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]]> 445582Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/virginia-museum-of-history-culture-tells-story-of-all-virginians/ Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a State Treasure https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/658355926/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Virginia-Museum-of-History-Culture-is-a-State-Treasure/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:30:09 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=502298 Learn about how Virginia’s story is America’s story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the short film “Imagine Virginia” in the new VMHC Orientation Theater. The museum offers outstanding exhibits. When Lindsay Garrison recently visited with her family they enjoyed exhibits […]

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]]> 502298Learn about how Virginia’s story is America’s story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the short film “Imagine Virginia” in the new VMHC Orientation Theater. The museum offers outstanding exhibits. When Lindsay Garrison recently visited with her family they enjoyed exhibits […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/senior-discounts-many-restaurants/ RVA Restarants with Senior Discounts (some starting at age 50!) https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/793924070/0/rvaonthecheap/www~RVA-Restarants-with-Senior-Discounts-some-starting-at-age/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/793924070/0/rvaonthecheap/www~RVA-Restarants-with-Senior-Discounts-some-starting-at-age/#respond Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:43:29 +0000 http://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=151748 If you or someone you know is 50 years or older, then you/they can enjoy ‘senior discounts’ at many restaurants around the country. Check out the ones below and let us know of others to add to the list. Be sure and call or ask before ordering since all chains may not participate with senior […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/793924070/0/rvaonthecheap/www~RVA-Restarants-with-Senior-Discounts-some-starting-at-age/feed/ 0 151748If you or someone you know is 50 years or older, then you/they can enjoy ‘senior discounts’ at many restaurants around the country. Check out the ones below and let us know of others to add to the list. Be sure and call or ask before ordering since all chains may not participate with senior […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/nothing-bundt-cakes-gives-away-300-free-confetti-bundtlets-at-every-location/ Nothing Bundt Cakes gives away 300 free Confetti Bundtlets at every location https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/968229872/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Nothing-Bundt-Cakes-gives-away-free-Confetti-Bundtlets-at-every-location/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:05:05 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=537950 The nation’s largest specialty cake company, Nothing Bundt Cakes is bringing together its bakeries across North America for 10 Million Bites of Joy — a six-week movement designed to celebrate and spread joy, one bite at a time. From Aug. 24 through Oct. 4, 2026, the bakery shop will share 10 million bites of cake […]

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]]> 537950The nation’s largest specialty cake company, Nothing Bundt Cakes is bringing together its bakeries across North America for 10 Million Bites of Joy — a six-week movement designed to celebrate and spread joy, one bite at a time. From Aug. 24 through Oct. 4, 2026, the bakery shop will share 10 million bites of cake […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/chipotle-partners-with-taylor-fritz-for-buy-one-get-one-giveaway-during-tennis-tournament/ Chipotle partners with Taylor Fritz for buy-one-get-one giveaway during tennis tournament https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/968183258/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Chipotle-partners-with-Taylor-Fritz-for-buyonegetone-giveaway-during-tennis-tournament/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:52:39 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=537940 Tennis, anyone? Chipotle is teaming up with superfan and top-ranked U.S. men’s tennis player Taylor Fritz to launch the “Every Win Tastes Better” giveaway. Following each men’s singles victory during New York’s premier tennis tournament, thousands of Chipotle fans will have the chance to score a big deal. Photo: Chipotle ‘Every Win Tastes Better’ Giveaway […]

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]]> 537940Tennis, anyone? Chipotle is teaming up with superfan and top-ranked U.S. men’s tennis player Taylor Fritz to launch the “Every Win Tastes Better” giveaway. Following each men’s singles victory during New York’s premier tennis tournament, thousands of Chipotle fans will have the chance to score a big deal. Photo: Chipotle ‘Every Win Tastes Better’ Giveaway […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/cinemark-fills-your-own-bucket-from-home-with-popcorn-for-5-no-movie-ticket-required/ Cinemark fills your own bucket from home with popcorn for $5 — no movie ticket required https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/968182751/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Cinemark-fills-your-own-bucket-from-home-with-popcorn-for-%e2%80%94-no-movie-ticket-required/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:55:44 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=537931 What’s poppin’ at Cinemark? Add this buttery bargain to your bucket list, movie theater popcorn lovers!  If you’re craving movie theater popcorn and at a blockbuster price, you will definitely want to venture over to Cinemark on Sept. 6, 2026. Bring your own bucket from home and they will fill it to the brim with […]

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]]> 537931What’s poppin’ at Cinemark? Add this buttery bargain to your bucket list, movie theater popcorn lovers!  If you’re craving movie theater popcorn and at a blockbuster price, you will definitely want to venture over to Cinemark on Sept. 6, 2026. Bring your own bucket from home and they will fill it to the brim with […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/outdoor-labyrinth-walks-in-the-richmond-area-offer-contemplation-movement/ Outdoor Labyrinth Walks in the Richmond area offer contemplation, movement https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/641072178/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Outdoor-Labyrinth-Walks-in-the-Richmond-area-offer-contemplation-movement/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:34:35 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=486995 Are you in need of movement in the outdoors and quiet contemplation? Seek out these Labyrinths in the Richmond area which aim to give both a sense of escape and a chance to ponder. A labyrinth is a complex and circuitous path that leads from a beginning point to a center. According to Quest Magazine […]

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]]> 486995Are you in need of movement in the outdoors and quiet contemplation? Seek out these Labyrinths in the Richmond area which aim to give both a sense of escape and a chance to ponder. A labyrinth is a complex and circuitous path that leads from a beginning point to a center. According to Quest Magazine […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/the-french-connection-in-richmond/ The French Connection in Richmond https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/642182064/0/rvaonthecheap/www~The-French-Connection-in-Richmond/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:26:22 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=488209 Joie de Vivre, is easy to find in Richmond. And nothing says romance like French culture and cuisine. Much to the delight of Francophiles in Richmond, our state’s capital is home to a variety of options to take in French culture.  From museums to restaurants, ties to French culture are prominent in our city.  Richmonders seeking […]

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]]> 488209Joie de Vivre, is easy to find in Richmond. And nothing says romance like French culture and cuisine. Much to the delight of Francophiles in Richmond, our state’s capital is home to a variety of options to take in French culture.  From museums to restaurants, ties to French culture are prominent in our city.  Richmonders seeking […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/march-family-childrens-programs-around-richmond/ Family & Children’s Programs around Richmond https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/686784022/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Family-Children%e2%80%99s-Programs-around-Richmond/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:00:47 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=519570 RVA is full of activities for families and children!  Parents of young children are invited to join in several story times in and around Richmond, many of which are FREE. Additionally, there are paid activities at several popular children’s venues in the area. Family and Children’s Programs around Richmond Barnes & Noble: With three locations […]

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]]> 519570RVA is full of activities for families and children!  Parents of young children are invited to join in several story times in and around Richmond, many of which are FREE. Additionally, there are paid activities at several popular children’s venues in the area. Family and Children’s Programs around Richmond Barnes & Noble: With three locations […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/richmonds-farmers-markets/ Richmond’s Farmers Markets https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/565074070/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Richmond%e2%80%99s-Farmers-Markets/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:51:14 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=420878 A number of farmers markets around Richmond are open year round – from Forest Hill to the West End, Carytown to Lakeside – with precautions set up for safety. And these farmers markets are worth the trip, because there’s just something about local produce that makes it look and taste better. And when you buy […]

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]]> 420878A number of farmers markets around Richmond are open year round – from Forest Hill to the West End, Carytown to Lakeside – with precautions set up for safety. And these farmers markets are worth the trip, because there’s just something about local produce that makes it look and taste better. And when you buy […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/day-tripping-to-main-street-towns-around-richmond/ Day Tripping to Main Street Towns Around Richmond https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/667046640/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Day-Tripping-to-Main-Street-Towns-Around-Richmond/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:21:13 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=506782 The last time my family and I visited Staunton we noticed the same “Virginia Main Street” signage that we had seen previously in Ashland, another one of our favorite towns. After some quick research we learned that The Commonwealth has recognized 30 Main Street Communities. Each area provides its own unique history, experience for visitors […]

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]]> 506782The last time my family and I visited Staunton we noticed the same “Virginia Main Street” signage that we had seen previously in Ashland, another one of our favorite towns. After some quick research we learned that The Commonwealth has recognized 30 Main Street Communities. Each area provides its own unique history, experience for visitors […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/james-river-hikes-richmond-va/ Guide to Walking Around the James River https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/910388699/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Guide-to-Walking-Around-the-James-River/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:23:33 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=497052 One of Richmond’s greatest (and free!) attractions is the James River. The list below is comprised of scenic walks that allow walkers, runners or hikers to appreciate the James. Use the necessary details from RVA on the Cheap’s river walk guide to plan your next adventure along the James. Belle Isle: Parking: along 5th Street […]

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]]> 497052One of Richmond’s greatest (and free!) attractions is the James River. The list below is comprised of scenic walks that allow walkers, runners or hikers to appreciate the James. Use the necessary details from RVA on the Cheap’s river walk guide to plan your next adventure along the James. Belle Isle: Parking: along 5th Street […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/richmond-restaurants-with-patio-dining/ Richmond restaurants with outside patio dining (Perfect for September) https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627585364/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Richmond-restaurants-with-outside-patio-dining-Perfect-for-September/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:22:18 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=471169 While most restaurant and beverage establishments are offering indoor dining. With certain health risks and the beautiful weather, dining at a patio, especially one with a view, sounds like the best option. Patio dining is a festive solution to enjoying someone else’s cooking and a change of scenery. Below is a list of some of […]

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]]> 471169While most restaurant and beverage establishments are offering indoor dining. With certain health risks and the beautiful weather, dining at a patio, especially one with a view, sounds like the best option. Patio dining is a festive solution to enjoying someone else’s cooking and a change of scenery. Below is a list of some of […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/september-festivals-feature-food-music-culture-dance-and-tattoos-in-richmond-virginia-area/ September Fairs & Festivals in and around Richmond, VA https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/606282616/0/rvaonthecheap/www~September-Fairs-Festivals-in-and-around-Richmond-VA/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:03:41 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=449307 September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about different cultures, eat delicious food, hear live music and see fellow Richmonders in all their diversity. Many take place at vibrant downtown intersections, […]

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]]> 449307September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about different cultures, eat delicious food, hear live music and see fellow Richmonders in all their diversity. Many take place at vibrant downtown intersections, […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/best-back-to-school-wishes-for-richmond-area-students/ Best Back to School Wishes for Richmond Area Students https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/606377418/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Best-Back-to-School-Wishes-for-Richmond-Area-Students/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:14:54 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=449511 Wishing students and staff starting their new school year at Richmond Public Schools, Henrico County Public Schools, Chesterfield County Public Schools, Hanover County Public Schools and Goochland County Public Schools  a terrific school year. Remember, some of the most important supplies don’t cost anything – a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Good luck everyone! Richmond on the Cheap is a […]

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]]> 449511Wishing students and staff starting their new school year at Richmond Public Schools, Henrico County Public Schools, Chesterfield County Public Schools, Hanover County Public Schools and Goochland County Public Schools  a terrific school year. Remember, some of the most important supplies don’t cost anything – a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Good luck everyone! Richmond on the Cheap is a […]

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]]> https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/family-field-trips-around-rva/ Field Trips in Richmond, Virginia https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/670227568/0/rvaonthecheap/www~Field-Trips-in-Richmond-Virginia/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:42:52 +0000 https://www.rvaonthecheap.com/?p=509248 Richmond has several local venues to enhance learning, many of which offer hands-on, dynamic, and memorable experiences. Family Field Trips in Richmond, Virginia 1. Taylor Made Chocolate: See how chocolate is made from cocoa beans in this chocolate factory in Chester. A brief video serves as the intro, and the tour concludes with chocolate tasting. […]

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]]> 509248Richmond has several local venues to enhance learning, many of which offer hands-on, dynamic, and memorable experiences. Family Field Trips in Richmond, Virginia 1. Taylor Made Chocolate: See how chocolate is made from cocoa beans in this chocolate factory in Chester. A brief video serves as the intro, and the tour concludes with chocolate tasting. […]

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