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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!

March 13, 2024
Fatherhood Support: Dad2Dads

If you are a father (or father-to-be!) living in South Hampton Roads this FREE program is for you! Designed by a dad for dads.

February 8, 2024
Decorate Gingerbread Cookies (Norfolk)

Join us at IKEA Norfolk on Sunday, December 10 in our Swedish Restaurant to decorate gingerbread cookies! We’ll provide the cookies, icing, sprinkles and candies. Each child will receive three cookies to decorate. Registration is required. Click here to register.

December 7, 2023
Dance, Baile, Ngoma! (Portsmouth)

Dance across the continents with Rita Cohen and experience dances from Africa, South America, Europe, and North America. From traditional to modern twists, audience members see the spread of dance styles throughout the world as they practice dance moves and make […]

November 8, 2023
Family Friendly Community STEM Event at Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center (Newport News)

We’re thrilled to invite you to our no-cost, family-friendly 3rd Annual STEM Exploration Day at Brooks Crossing Innovation + Opportunity Center. Check out our event site to learn more! https://bit.ly/3rdSTEMCommunityEvent Please register TODAY using this link: https://bit.ly/Register3rdAnnualSTEMCommunityEvent Enjoy interactive STEM […]

September 5, 2023
Kpop Daebak

Kpop Daebak is a one-day event where local Kpop fans and those who are curious about Kpop can come together to enjoy music, panels, and a whole lot more.

August 24, 2023
Halloween Cake Decorating at Williamsburg Regional Library (Williamsburg)

Learn how to decorate your own mini jack o’lantern cake to take home. For ages 13+. Spots are limited so call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

August 11, 2023
Tall Ship – ESMERALDA Visits Norfolk (Free Tours!)

The Tall Ship, Esmeralda is docked in Norfolk until Thursday and will be open to the public Tuesday and Wednesday for free tours.

August 8, 2023
Rec ‘n’ Roll Scuttle Bus Events (Hampton)

The Rec ‘n’ Roll Scuttle Bus will take to the streets beginning in July to bring recreational activities to city neighborhoods.

July 18, 2023
IKEA Kids Summer Passport: Tic Tac Trivet at Ikea (Norfolk)

Pick up your IKEA Kids Summer Passport and join us as we celebrate the end of school with our first children’s event of the season! On Wednesday, June 21, use a HEAT trivet to make your own tic tac toe […]

June 9, 2023
Kingsboro Bowmen Youth Archery Exploration (Suffolk)

This is an introductory archery event hosted by Kingsboro Bowmen Archery Club. Have you ever wanted to shoot a bow like Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, Katniss or Legolas? Now is your Chance! This free event will introduce children to the sport […]

April 27, 2023
Homemade Ice Cream Making at James City County Library (Williamsburg)

Learn about ice cream making and make a few flavors to enjoy. For ages 9-18.

April 17, 2023
Love Your Neighbor Block Party (Newport News)

LINK of Hampton Roads and Tradition Brewing Company is excited to bring back the LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR BLOCK PARTY. This family-friendly event entrusts our community with a variety of free entertainment in efforts to raise charitable funds to provide Food, […]

April 10, 2023
Bookmobile Funfest: Spin, Pop, Boom at Frink Community Center (Williamsburg)

Calling all mad scientists! Are you ready for some science fun? Bring the whole family for this energetic, interactive show, where you’ll learn all about reactions in action through fascinating chemical experiments. This program was made possible by the generous […]

April 7, 2023
Saturdays @ Frink: Digital Navigation (Williamsburg)

Come and learn how to navigate the digital world with individual and group classes between 10 am and 1 pm. First Saturday: Maker Saturday Second Saturday: Pop-N-Play Third Saturday: FunFest Fourth Saturday: Digital Navigation This program was made possible by the generous support […]

April 7, 2023
Sewing Saturday: Embroidery Sampler at the Frink Community Center (Williamsburg)

Explore a variety of embroidery stitches as you make a personalized sampler. Supplies provided. Reservations required: 757.741.3324.

April 7, 2023
Saturdays @ Frink: Pop-N-Play (Williamsburg)

Join us anytime between 10 am– 1 pm for classic arcade games and other fun activities. Join WRL’s Bookmobile every Saturday for something to make, do, learn, and play at Abram Frink Jr. Community Center. First Saturday: Maker Saturday Second Saturday: Pop-N-Play Third Saturday: FunFest Fourth Saturday: Digital Navigation […]

April 7, 2023
Saturdays @ Frink: Maker Saturday (Williamsburg)

Drop in between 10 am – 1pm to create, invent, design, and “make something.” Some equipment is restricted to adults only. Join WRL’s Bookmobile every Saturday for something to make, do, learn, and play at Abram Frink Jr. Community Center. […]

April 7, 2023
Earth Day Celebration at the Marketplace at Tech Center (Newport News)

The Marketplace at Tech Center is hosting a free Earth Day Celebration in the center on Saturday, April 15th from 11am to 2pm (with a rain date of April 16th from 11am-2pm). Bring the whole family down to join with […]

April 4, 2023
Living History Family Day

Enjoy interactive demonstrations of Regency era life! Play period games; learn from War of 1812 re-enactors, and experience what life was like as a soldier; meet a doctor, learn about medicine, and see medical instruments of the time; try English Country Dancing; and much more!

September 22, 2021
Law Enforcement Academy Youth Program (Free)

The FREE Law Enforcement Academy for youth ages 13-16 is now enrolling for their August program!

August 11, 2021
Ebook Download: Activities For Kids – Free or Nearly Free Kids Activities That They Will Love!

This book of Activities for Kids is currently a FREE Download!

June 23, 2015