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Fall Festivals, Pumpkins & Hayrides
Richmond's fall season brings the perfect chance to get your family outdoors and into the spirit of harvest time. From learning how to grow and preserve seasonal vegetables to creative pumpkin-themed crafts, there's something for every age to enjoy this autumn. Whether you're looking for hands-on workshops or festive activities, our local events celebrate the best of fall right here in Richmond.
6 events
Sat, Oct 17
Dahlias: Harvesting, Dividing & Storing for Seasons of Blooms
Dahlias: Harvesting, Dividing & Storing for Seasons of Blooms in Richmond
1:00 AM Richmond
0–18 yrs
Sun, Oct 18
Post-Harvest Handling of Veggies: Washing, Curing, and Storing
Post-Harvest Handling of Veggies: Washing, Curing, and Storing in Richmond
1:00 PM Richmond
0–18 yrs
Thu, Oct 22
Preschool Craft: Pumpkin Gourd Painting
Paint Halloween pumpkins and hear spooky stories at the library.
3:30 PM TW Children's Program Room, Henrico
3–5 yrsIndoor
Sat, Oct 24
HarvestFest
Harvest celebration at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden with seasonal activities and fall beauty.
10:00 AM Richmond
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Thu, Oct 29
Paint Night: Pumpkin Stack
Paint Night: Pumpkin Stack in Richmond
6:00 PM Richmond
0–18 yrs
Good to know
- What fall activities are happening in Richmond right now?
- We're featuring workshops on dahlia care and harvest techniques, along with creative paint nights and vegetable storage classes—perfect for families wanting to learn seasonal skills together.
- Are these events free for families?
- Pricing varies by event; we recommend checking individual event details to see registration costs and what's included.
- What ages can attend these fall activities?
- Our events range from all-ages workshops to classes geared toward specific interests—check each event description to confirm age recommendations and any parental participation needed.
- When do these fall events take place?
- Events are scheduled throughout the fall season; specific dates and times are listed with each activity, so you can plan ahead.
- Where are these activities located in Richmond?
- Event locations vary across Richmond venues, so check individual event pages for addresses and directions.