Things to do in New Kent

New Kent is the rural county seat east of Richmond, home to New Kent Forestry Center and quiet countryside along the Virginia Capital Trail. Browse family events and things to do with kids in New Kent, Virginia.

Thu, Mar 11

Colonial Downs Live Thoroughbred Racing

Watch thoroughbred racehorses compete at Colonial Downs, a historic Virginia track.

12:00 PM Colonial Downs, New Kent

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Mar 13

The 2027 Virginia Derby - Colonial Downs Live Thoroughbred Racing

The Virginia Derby—historic thoroughbred racing at Colonial Downs.

12:00 PM Colonial Downs, New Kent

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Nov 11

VCU Living Lab Research Demos – Downtown

VCU Living Lab Research Demos – Downtown at Downtown Location

Downtown Location, Richmond

0–18 yrs

Wed, Nov 11

Teen Art Night

Teens create art and crafts at self-guided stations with all supplies included.

6:30 PM Goochland Meeting Room, Hanover

13–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Nov 12

Japanese Culture Program: How to Make Rice Balls workshop

Learn to make authentic Japanese rice balls from an RMC coordinator.

4:30 PM Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Hanover

12–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Nov 12

Chair Fitness With Tiffany!

Chair Fitness With Tiffany! at 201 W Washington St

12:00 PM 201 W Washington St, Petersburg

0–18 yrs