Richmond Bargains Blog

There are a number of shindigs going on around town, but I haven’t found much that meets the “$5 or less” free/cheap criteria. The biggie that does:

Carytown New Year’s Eve 2009 ($2) - If you want to ring in the new year mingling on the streets of Carytown with masses of other Richmonders (20 thousand [...]

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The Hunt Family Fiddlers (free) - Come see Virginia’s own Hunt Family Fiddlers! Their holiday show keeps everyone entertained with great diversity, featuring fiery Celtic dancing and fast fiddling. Song selections include themed music from The Nutcracker, a special Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute, and other popular Christmas traditionals. A miniature Elvis even shows up to sing [...]

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Church Hill Vespers and Candlelight Walk (free) - Holiday carols start at St. John’s Church and then a candlelight walk through the streets of historic Church Hill follows the traditional vespers service. Participants are given candles to carry and are lead by bagpipers through the neighborhood to Libby Hill Park. For more information call (804) [...]

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This is possibly the most event-full weekend of the year, so make the most of it! If naptimes were no object, I think my itinerary would be the Celebrate Illuminate festivities all around downtown on Friday night; the Ukrops Christmas Parade Saturday morning; the Mountain Road Corridor Celebration Saturday afternoon/evening; and a tossup between Maymont [...]

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If November was short on free events, December certainly makes up for it! In fact, the list takes up so much space that I’ve made it into its own page - go here.
And I’m still adding more But seeing as it’s December today, I figured I’d better share what I’ve got so you [...]

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Considering it’s a holiday weekend, I expected there to be more events, but I guess event organizers expect everyone to be shopping!
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Stony Point Fashion Park After Thanksgiving (free) - While you are shopping, you’ll be able to enjoy holiday music in the Dillard’s courtyard Friday, Saturday and Sunday with Victorian Carolers, Brass Ensembles and Bell [...]

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LiveSky/Sky Watch (free) - The Ringed Giant Planets. Fascinated by the ever-changing night sky? Find out about the rings around planets like Saturn at this interactive planetarium show (6pm), then join members of the Richmond Astronomical Society on the front lawn as they share their telescopes for a look at the night sky (weather permitting) [...]

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Santa’s Arrival & Magical Holiday Tree Lighting (free) - Join us for the Grand Illumination of Santa’s 50 foot Holiday Tree! Santa will be joined by the holiday characters: The Gingerbread Boy, Raggedy Ann & Andy, Frosty, Toy Soldier, Dancing Tree and two of Santa’s Elves. Enjoy musical entertainment provided by Susan Greenbaum [...]

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I think everyone wore themselves out Halloween weekend! There’s not lots of action this weekend, besides a number of craft and gift fairs.
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First Fridays Artwalk (free) - Features Doctors of Jazz at Theatre IV. Almost 30 diverse art galleries, cultural sites, shops, and restaurants
*Approx 6-10pm see website for details and locations

Cinema Classics: Rudy ($1) - [...]

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Monster Mash 2008 (free) - For all ages. Celebrate the Halloween spirit with the ghosts of Dorey Park. For you thrill seekers, brave your way through the Haunts of Richmond Spooky Trail. Other activities include hair-raising arts and crafts, frighteningly spooky contests and games, and rocking monster music! Participate and win great prizes in the [...]

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