Harrisonburg loves kids, and kids love Harrisonburg! There are so many fun things to do, but when you want to have fun without topping it with a hefty price tag, what do you do? Many families in our area have multiple children, and/or enjoy spending time with their buddies doing fun activities around the 'Burg. Next time you've got a bundle of kids and some time to spare, these free activities for kids in Harrisonburg will not disappoint.
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Summer Fun, Camps, Concerts, and Festivals In & Around Harrisonburg
Schools are about to dismiss, and the Harrisonburg area will soon be a flurry of summer fun! The Shenandoah Valley boasts pleasant weather throughout June, July, and August, and with that comes a slew of fantastic outdoor events and festivals, plus our vibrant arts culture offers plenty of theater events, concerts, and gallery openings. We've gathered the area's most popular summer events into one big list!
Bridgewater Mini Golf & Summer Activities Coming Soon!
Bridgewater, Virginia, has worked hard over the past few years to provide a variety of fun activities for folks of all ages -- both for residents and visitors alike. The Town of Bridgewater recently published their fiscal year budget for 2017, announcing a new mini golf course and exciting summer events to start up very soon! If you are searching for more fun things to do in our beautiful pocket of the Valley, become a fan of Bridgewater. There's no shortage of excitement!
JMU’s Lifelong Learning Institute Celebrates 20 Years
Have you always enjoyed learning new things, taking special field trips, reading up on new topics, meeting new friends, and creating things with your own two hands? James Madison University's Outreach & Engagement department has been providing all of the above to local adults for the past 20 years. If you fall into this category, you may want to check out JMU's Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI)!
14 Best Places in Harrisonburg to Host a Child’s Birthday Party
Kids of all ages enjoy living in the Harrisonburg area. Who wouldn't? There are so many exciting happenings in this blissful Valley we call home, with new fun events and places popping up every year geared just toward the younger generation. And, you know, every kid has a birthday. Here is a list of our favorite places in Harrisonburg to host a super fun child's birthday party!
Ring in 2016 at Harrisonburg’s First Night Celebration
Court Square in downtown Harrisonburg will be bursting with fun, music, art, and fireworks during First Night Harrisonburg on New Year's Eve! Ring in 2016 with 6 hours of sweet entertainment filled with fun for all ages. We've got all the information you'll want and need to know for this popular downtown event.