Things to do in Glen Allen

Glen Allen is a bustling Henrico County community north of Richmond, home to Meadow Farm Museum and the Cultural Arts Center. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Glen Allen, Virginia.

Sat, Oct 24

Clint Black w/ Midland Band

Country music concert with Clint Black and Midland Band at an outdoor pavilion.

7:00 PM The Innsbrook Pavilion, Glen Allen

6–18 yrsOutdoor

Mon, Dec 28

2026 Diii Men's National Champions Basketball Classic

DIII Men's National Basketball Championship tournament—Day 1 at Henrico Sports & Events Center.

5:00 PM Henrico Sports and Events Center, Glen Allen

0–18 yrsIndoor

Sun, Sep 27

Ziggy Marley and Gov't Mule

Reggae legend Ziggy Marley and rock jam band Gov't Mule at riverside amphitheater.

6:30 PM Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond

6–18 yrsOutdoor

Mon, Sep 28

Mad Science - Matter of Fact

Hands-on Mad Science exploring atoms, molecules, and making putty to take home.

2:00 PM SA Meeting Room, Henrico

7–12 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Monday Morning Movie

Monday Morning Movie at FA Meeting Room

10:00 AM FA Meeting Room, Henrico

0–18 yrs

Mon, Sep 28

Henrico Community Authors Showcase

Meet author Narita Snead and celebrate her children's book about sports, safety, and hearing aids.

6:00 PM FA Children's Storytime Room, Henrico

4–12 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Firefighter Visit

Meet a real firefighter and learn fire safety through stories and hands-on fun.

9:30 AM TW Meeting Room, Henrico

3–5 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

DIY Slime for Tweens and Teens

Tweens and teens explore slime science while creating different textures; all supplies provided.

1:00 PM GA Meeting Room, Henrico

9–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Teen Craft Club

Ongoing teen club exploring varied crafts and creative media each session.

4:30 PM TW Meeting Room, Henrico

13–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Spelling Bee for Adults

Spelling Bee for Adults at FA Large Conference Room

7:00 PM FA Large Conference Room, Henrico

0–18 yrs

Mon, Sep 28

Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch

Sing nursery rhymes and share stories with babies and caregivers at Mother Goose Storytime.

11:00 AM Storytime Room, Hanover

0–2 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Great Films & Discussions

PG-13 WWII drama about Eisenhower's D-Day weather decision & discussion.

6:00 PM GA Meeting Room, Henrico

13–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Preschool Storytime- Atlee Branch

Preschool storytime with books, music & fingerplays for ages 3–5.

10:15 AM Storytime Room, Hanover

3–5 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Teen Hangout

After-school hangout for middle & high schoolers with games and activities.

4:00 PM Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Hanover

12–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Sep 28

Make a Phone Charm

Create a personalized beaded phone charm using supplies provided at the library.

7:00 PM FA Multipurpose Creation Classroom, Henrico

5–12 yrsIndoor