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  2. Updated – Museum Admission & Membership Discounts (2026)

    This post lists current discounts and ways to save money on local Museum admission, membership or tours in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

    April 13, 2026
  3. A NEW Pizza Giveaway & Discounts From Papa Johns of Hampton Roads!

    A Pizza Giveaway, and Promo Codes to save on your upcoming orders at Papa Johns Pizza of Hampton Roads!

    April 10, 2026
  4. Busch Gardens (FREE) Preschool Pass – Open for 2026 Registration!

    Busch Gardens Williamsburg has opened limited registration of their FREE Preschool Pass (ages 3-5) while supplies last!

    April 9, 2026
  6. Storytimes In Hampton Roads

    Younger kids love storytime and having books read to them. There are so many local storytimes in Hampton Roads they needed their own list – Here is our BIG LIST of upcoming Storytimes!

    April 7, 2026
  7. Free Things To Do (With Kids!) in Hampton Roads

    Anyone love FREE Family Activities? We have some great ideas for FREE Local Family Fun in Hampton Roads!

    April 7, 2026
  8. 2026 Spring & Summer Festivals in Hampton Roads

    Summer in Coastal Virginia brings to mind beautiful blue skies, sandy beach days, and lots of great local FESTIVALS in Hampton Roads!

    April 7, 2026
  10. How To Add Your Event to the MyActiveChild.com Calendar

    It is always free to add your family-friendly local event to the MyActiveChild.com Hampton Roads calendar. Here is everything you need to know to make sure your event gets seen and makes it onto the correct breakout lists!

    April 6, 2026
  11. A Weekend Carnival & FREE Carousel Rides on the Hampton Carousel!

    The beautiful, historic Hampton Carousel is now opening for the season! (With FREE rides and a carnival to celebrate!)

    April 3, 2026
  12. Mobile Food Pantry – APRIL 2026 Schedule (Southside)

    The latest Virginia Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry in Hampton Roads (Southside). Please share the schedule with families who may need assistance.

    April 1, 2026
  14. Peninsula – Mobile Food Pantry Schedule (April 2026)

    For families in need of food assistance on the Virginia Peninsula, here is the posted Mobile Food Pantry Schedule for APRIL 2026.

    April 1, 2026
  15. Girls Who Code – Free Summer Programs – Final Weeks to Apply!

    Such a FREE, valuable program for girls! Girls Who Code is currently enrolling for their summer intensive program AND their self-paced summer learning experience!

    March 31, 2026
  16. Upcoming Home Depot Workshop Kits (DIY)

    These are FREE, hands-on workshops for children ages 5-12. They take place at all Home Depot Stores.

    March 30, 2026
  18. FREE Admission to National Parks: 4th Graders & Family!

    Find out how your 4th grader (and the whole family) can enjoy FREE admission to our National Parks for a full year!

    March 18, 2026
  19. Ride the Yorktown Trolley! (FREE)

    A fun FREE activity that combines a trolley ride and local history in Yorktown! The regular schedule resumes March 27, 2026.

    March 18, 2026
  20. Upcoming Lowe’s Kids’ DIY Workshops (In Store)

    Lowe’s FREE Kids’ Workshops are back! Now known as DIY Kids’ Workshops (instead of Build and Grow) these workshops have some great new projects. Make sure to register as these events will fill up!

    March 8, 2026
  22. Historical Event: A Post Such As Portsmouth

    Historical fun in Portsmouth this weekend! A Post Such As Portsmouth is an enactment designed to entertain and educate the public of the occupation of Portsmouth, Virginia by the British forces in 1781. 

    March 5, 2026
  23. 2026 Read Across America – Dr Seuss Celebrations

    Read Across America Day 2026 takes place on March 2, 2026, and there are lots of local ways to celebrate both reading, and the amazing Dr. Seuss!

    February 27, 2026
  24. It’s Back – Try Hockey For FREE!

    Kids can try Ice Hockey for FREE at several participating locations in Hampton Roads.

    February 20, 2026
  26. 2026 VA + Hampton Roads Youth Poet Laureate

    Spoken word artists, poets, rappers, writers and emcees are invited to enter to win a chance to represent the state of Virginia as the Hampton Roads Youth Poet Laureate.

    February 17, 2026
  27. Yorktown Market Days 2026

    For families on the Peninsula (or willing to drive), some Free Fun this year in Yorktown!

    February 11, 2026
  28. NEW DATE: The Annual LEGO Shipbuilding Event!

    The Hampton Roads Naval Museum is gearing up for their 15th Annual Brick-By-Brick FREE LEGO Shipbuilding Event in Virginia Beach!

    February 10, 2026
  30. American Girl Event: Meet McKenna Brooks

    Reservations are required for this FREE event for ages 6-12! Come learn about American Girl McKenna Brooksi!

    January 15, 2026
  31. The Student Freedom Pass – Free Rides For Hampton Roads Youth

    The Student Freedom Pass is now available for youth ages 13 to 17 and allows for FREE unlimited rides on Hampton Roads Transit (Bus, Light Rail & Ferry).

    January 13, 2026
  32. STEM Connect Saturday at Virginia Air & Space Science Center

    This Saturday! Save the date for this event – when you can enjoy FREE Admission to the Virginia Air & Space Science Center when you are one of the first 100 people to attend.

    January 13, 2026
  34. Annual Jam’n Jamz in Norfolk (Free Fruit/Nut Tree)

    Norfolk Residents – You can #MakeADifference and have free fruit right in your backyard!

    January 12, 2026