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Pumpkin Patches in Hampton Roads! Find the best local places for pumpkins, hayrides, fall activities and family fun on this list!

A safe and fun place for kids to go before or after school can provide active play for the kids – and peace of mind for parents while they work or study. High-quality before and after school programs in Hampton Roads are designed to support school-aged children with structure, supervision, and engaging activities.

Hurricane season in Hampton Roads begins each year on June 1st, but storms come through the area throughout the year – now is the time to get your emergency plans in place!

If you love the spooky thrill of Haunted Houses, Haunted Hayrides, and Haunted Tours, this is the local list for you! Find all of the Haunted Fun in Hampton Roads on this list!

There are lots of great local programs that offer classes, activities, and resources for children with special needs in Hampton Roads.

One of the best times of year! Find out where to pick your own apples – local apple picking in Hampton Roads, VA!

Sell outgrown items or stock up on discounted clothing/gear for the kids at these Upcoming Hampton Roads area Children’s Consignment Sales!

Here is our BIG LIST of upcoming events specifically designed for local families in Hampton Roads with additional/sensory needs!

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

Plan for family fun! Explore playgrounds, open play, art studios, and more in Hampton Roads—organized by city for easy planning.

You must plan ahead and register for Angel Tree Assistance! Salvation Army locations will be registering eligible families for Christmas Assistance for the 2026 holiday season in SEPTEMBER. Please share with those who could benefit from these programs during the holiday season!

Does your Active Child LOVE Baseball or Softball? Hampton Roads is full of fantastic programs where kids can play ball, make sure to check out the Challenger Teams for players with special needs.

Does your Active Child love to play Outside??? Find your local Hampton Roads playgrounds on our list (broken down by city).

Looking to visit Trunk-or-Treat events in your local neighborhood? Our Big List has Trunk-Or-Treat events happening throughout Hampton Roads, VA

Does your Active Child love Soccer??? Youth Soccer Programs in Hampton Roads – Local Leagues, Teams & Clinics for Kids.

Don’t miss the fall-themed family fun included in our BIG LIST of 2026 Fall Festivals in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

Discover local STEM and academic programs for kids in Hampton Roads—find tutoring, robotics, coding, and science classes by city.

Share your information or flyer on MyActiveChild.com! We can’t possibly include them all in our general or sponsored posts, but we now have a new way to share this information – as a Community Announcement on MyActiveChild.com!

Fall in Hampton Roads is packed with fun, free, and family-friendly activities—and we’ve rounded them all up in one easy-to-use guide!

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

Check out our local listings of Horseback Riding programs and camps for kids in Hampton Roads!

Is your Active Child into Football? Check out the local Listings under "Football Programs For Kids" in Hampton Roads…We have a great list for you (broken down by city).

Our weekly pizza giveaway is back – plus Promo Codes to save on your next family pizza night from Papa Johns Pizza of Hampton Roads!

Fields of wildflowers and sunflowers are gorgeous, make beautiful backdrops for photographs, and bringing them home brings a little bit of sunshine indoors!

Local pediatric therapists in Hampton Roads! Find speech, occupational, and physical therapy services to support your child’s development.