Indoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Rainy day? Too cold to play outside? These indoor family events around Toledo keep the kids busy whatever the weather.
Friends and Family Photo Night
Get professional-style family portraits taken at the library—casual or fancy.
K-2 Bookworms
Young readers meet friends for an interactive book story and activity at the library.
Teen Hangout
After-school hangout for middle & high schoolers with games, activities, and drop-in fun.
"Your Little Pumpkin" Craft
Create a handprint greeting card keepsake craft for toddlers & preschoolers at the library.
Japanese Culture Program: How to Make Rice Balls workshop
Learn to make authentic Japanese rice balls from an RMC coordinator.
Process Art Adventures – Downtown
Open-ended art-making for kids at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Twisted Stitches
Monthly crochet & craft hangout at VA Maker's Lab where kids make fun projects inspired by shows & games.
Friendship Bracelets- The Best Gifts are Handmade!
Make colorful friendship bracelets and connect with peers at the library.
T T Movie Night: The Outsiders
Watch *The Outsiders* (1983 PG classic) with tweens and teens at the library.
READ to Maggie at Atlee
Read aloud to Maggie, a therapy dog, in 15-minute sessions to build reading confidence.
Family Storytime- Goochland Branch
Books, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers with caregiver.
Checkmate Challenge - Chess at the Library
Drop in for casual chess games with players of all levels.
Mechanicsville Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen advisory board: games, snacks, and a voice in library and community planning.
Family Storytime- Hanover Branch
Books, songs, rhymes, and signing—interactive storytime for babies and toddlers.
Family Storytime- Rockville Branch
Babies and toddlers enjoy books, singing, rhymes, and signing with caregivers.
Toddler/Preschool Storytime- Goochland Branch
Books, music, and fingerplays for toddlers and preschoolers with a caregiver.
Seymour Grooves with Books! – Downtown
Music and books with Seymour at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Story & Craft – Downtown
Hands-on story and craft session at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Story Time (4 -6 years Old)
Thanksgiving-themed story time for preschoolers at Petersburg Public Library.
VSU Men's Basketball Tip-Off Classic
College basketball tournament featuring VSU at the Multi-Purpose Center.
Drop-In Photo Fun
Snap holiday-themed photos at the library's seasonal photo backdrop.
Art Creation Class w/ Reggie Hood
Learn mixed-media art techniques from artist Reggie Hood.
STEM Explorers
Hands-on STEM activities at Petersburg Public Library for curious young learners.
Family Storytime- Atlee Branch
Books, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Move & Groove Storytime- Montpelier Branch
All-ages storytime with music and movement—perfect for wiggly kids.
The Eastern Woodland Tribes of Virginia
Native American Heritage Month program exploring Eastern Woodland Tribes history.
Pokémon Club - Deck Building, Card Trading, and Battles (OH MY)
Pokémon fans deck-build, trade, and battle at the library club.
Atlee Lego Club
Grades K–5 build and share LEGO creations at the library's monthly club.
Thanks-for-Giving Poms
Create soft yarn pom-pom flowers in this cozy November craft workshop.
Mother Goose Storytime- Ashland Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Money Smart (Financial Literacy) - After School Program
Learn money basics through hands-on games and activities at Petersburg Public Library.
PAWS to Read with DIXIE!
Build reading confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.
Ashland Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen board with games, food, and a say in library programs for your age group.
Preschool Storytime- Atlee Branch
Books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers and caregivers.
Build-A-Bot Library Workshop Series
Build and program your own robot in this hands-on library workshop series.
Teen Hangout
Supervised after-school hangout with games and activities for middle and high schoolers.
Process Art Adventures – Chesterfield
Open-ended art-making for kids at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Mother Goose Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Dress-up and play program at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Toddler Storytime- Ashland Branch
Books, music, and rhymes for toddlers and caregivers at Ashland library.
Turkey Tales (Story Time) For Tots (0-3 Years)
Thanksgiving-themed story time for the littlest listeners at Petersburg Public Library.
Toddler Storytime- Atlee Branch
Sing, dance, and read with toddlers at the library's storytime.
Beginner's Hula Dancing
Learn hula dancing with teens and adults at the library—no experience needed.
Chess at Atlee
Learn and play chess with all ages—beginners and experienced players welcome.
Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers at Atlee library.
Preschool Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Books, fingerplays, and music for preschoolers at Mechanicsville library.
Love Actually in Concert
Experience the beloved movie Love Actually brought to life in concert.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program – Downtown
Weekly toddler play and learning program at Children's Museum of Richmond downtown.
Sensory Friendly Nights – Downtown
Sensory-friendlyQuiet, autism-friendly evening at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Sphero Robot Fun (STEM Activity)!
Learn coding and robotics with Sphero robots at Petersburg Public Library.
BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo for all ages
Build, display, and celebrate LEGO creations with fans of all ages.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Mens Basketball
Watch Richmond Spiders college basketball vs. Bethune-Cookman at Robins Center.
A Christmas Story: The Musical (Touring)
A beloved holiday classic comes to life as a musical at Altria Theater.
Make and Paint Friday! – Downtown
Create and paint crafts on Friday at Children's Museum of Richmond.
4 Tha Culture Women's Holiday Hoops Classic
Women's college basketball tournament featuring competitive play and holiday spirit.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Military Institute Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders college basketball vs. Virginia Military Institute at Robins Center.
Game On (w/Board Games)!
Pick your favorite board game and compete with friends at Petersburg Public Library.
After School Program (Stories & Crayons)
Stories and creative coloring time for kids after school at Petersburg Public Library.
Reign Dance Project: Stories in Motion – Downtown
Interactive dance and storytelling experience at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays
Derek Hough brings holiday cheer and dynamic dance to the stage at Altria Theater.
VCU Living Lab Research Demos – Downtown
Hands-on VCU research demos at Children's Museum of Richmond downtown.
Richmond Ballet
Richmond Ballet's beloved holiday production of The Nutcracker at Carpenter Theatre.
Baby Artsplay!™ – Downtown
Art exploration for babies and toddlers at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Reign Dance Project: Stories in Motion – Chesterfield
Interactive dance and storytelling experience at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Reign Dance Project: Stories in Motion
Dance performance exploring stories and movement for kids.
Baby Artsplay!™ – Chesterfield
Baby art program at Children's Museum of Richmond's Chesterfield location.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Elon University Phoenix Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders college basketball vs. Elon University Phoenix at Robins Center.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica's holiday show merges circus artistry with festive orchestral music.
Sensory Friendly Nights – Chesterfield
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly museum experience designed for kids with sensory sensitivities.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. William and Mary Tribe Mens Basketball
Watch the Richmond Spiders take on William and Mary in college basketball at Robins Center.
CultureFest with Culture Encounters – Chesterfield
Explore world cultures through hands-on encounters at the Children's Museum of Richmond.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Lafayette College Leopards Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders face Lafayette College in men's basketball at Robins Center.
Christmas holiday
Holiday celebration and activities at Petersburg Public Library.
2026 Diii Men's National Champions Basketball Classic
DIII Men's National Basketball Championship tournament—Day 1 at Henrico Sports & Events Center.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Loyola Ramblers Mens Basketball
Catch the Richmond Spiders vs. Loyola Ramblers men's basketball game at Robins Center.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. St. Louis Billikens Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders battle St. Louis Billikens in college men's basketball.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Rhode Island Rams Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders take on Rhode Island Rams in men's basketball at Robins Center.
2027 Freedom Classic
College basketball at VSU Multi-Purpose Center.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Duquesne Dukes Mens Basketball
Watch the Richmond Spiders face Duquesne Dukes in college basketball.
Richmond Symphony
Live orchestra performance at Carpenter Theatre—a classic introduction to symphonic music for all ages.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: JANUARY 26
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Davidson College Wildcats Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders vs. Davidson College Wildcats men's basketball at Robins Center.
Virginia Opera
World-class opera at Richmond's Carpenter Theatre.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows In Concert
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows screened with live orchestral score at Altria Theater.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. George Washington Revolutionaries Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders battle George Washington Revolutionaries in college men's basketball.
Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music
Discover the life and legacy of composer Tchaikovsky through this theatrical performance.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Commonwealth Rams Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders take on Virginia Commonwealth Rams in men's basketball.
Black Author Expo 2027
Virginia's largest Black author celebration—FREE literary event for young readers.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: FEBRUARY 18
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. St. Bonaventure Bonnies Mens Basketball
Richmond Spiders vs. St. Bonaventure Bonnies men's basketball at Robins Center.
Hamilton (Touring)
The hit Broadway musical Hamilton comes to Richmond's Altria Theater.
Session 1 Atlantic 10 Women's Basketball Tournament
College women's basketball tournament featuring Atlantic 10 teams.
Session 3 Atlantic 10 Women's Basketball Tournament
College women's basketball tournament session at Henrico Sports and Events Center.
Kathleen Madigan
Stand-up comedy tour by Kathleen Madigan at the Carpenter Theatre.
International Women's Day Atlantic 10 Women's Basketball Tournament
College women's basketball tournament action at Henrico Sports and Events Center.
Session 6 Atlantic 10 Women's Basketball Tournament
College women's basketball tournament action at Henrico Sports and Events Center.
Richmond Spiders Mens Basketball vs. Fordham Rams Mens Basketball
Cheer on the Richmond Spiders men's basketball team against Fordham at Robins Center.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: MARCH 12
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
Rock favorites performed by orchestra with candlelit ambiance—a unique concert experience.
The High Kings
Irish-American folk-rock band The High Kings perform at Beacon Theatre in Hopewell.
CHARLIE BERENS: THE LOST AND FOUND TOUR
Charlie Berens brings his comedy tour to Carpenter Theatre—stand-up for older kids.
Sonic - Live in Concert
Sonic the Hedgehog comes to life in concert at the Carpenter Theatre.
Harlem Globetrotters
Watch the legendary Harlem Globetrotters perform at Stuart C. Siegel Center.
Back up Date - Black Author Expo 2027 (Weather Pending)
Virginia's largest FREE Black author-centered literary event at Petersburg Public Library.
Matthew West: Jesus Is King Tour - Richmond, VA
Christian musician Matthew West performs at Liberation Church in Richmond.
Hell's Kitchen (Touring)
The touring production of Hell's Kitchen arrives at Altria Theater in Richmond.
Leonid and Friends
Leonid and Friends bring their piano tribute show to the Carpenter Theatre.
Carmina Burana
Classical choral masterpiece Carmina Burana at Carpenter Theatre in Richmond.
CultureFest with Culture Encounters – Downtown
Interactive cultural exploration and crafts celebrating diverse traditions at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Just in Time (Touring)
Touring theatre production at Altria Theater in Richmond.
Buena Vista Social Club (Touring)
Cuban jazz legends Buena Vista Social Club perform at Altria Theater.
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