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🚨 In honor of their newest exhibition, Rescue, the Science Museum of Virginia transforms into command central on August 15 for Operation Rescue, an adrenaline-charged day celebrating the heroes who answer the call.

🚒 Meet local first responders, explore the equipment that powers real rescue missions and put your skills to the test with interactive challenges. 🐕 Plus, meet adoptable dogs searching for heroes of their own. Admission is just $10 and first responders get in free!

✨ Bring the fam, round up your crew and report for an unforgettable day of lifesaving science designed for heroes, adventurers and dog lovers. Science Museum of Virginia

The Fourth of July 2026 is almost here — and Richmond is ready to celebrate! 🎉 From fireworks and festivals to baseball, history, gardens, and family fun, there are plenty of ways to enjoy America’s birthday with your crew. ❤️🤍💙

✨ Some highlights include:
🎇 Fireworks at CarMax Park, Dogwood Dell, Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, Colonial Heights & Powhatan
⚾ Flying Squirrels baseball + fireworks
🌿 FREE Fourth of July admission at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
📜 A historic reenactment at St. John’s Church
🎢 Busch Gardens’ America’s 250 Celebration with entertainment, food, merch, drone shows & fireworks!

📅 Check out our full guide to Fourth of July events around Richmond — and start planning your celebration!

🦥 Sloooow down and visit the Science Museum of Virginia to see a sloth and an incredible lineup of laid-back creatures at Survival of the Slowest. Explore immersive habitats and discover how these amazing animals survive and thrive in a fast-paced world.

🐢 Don’t leaf your plans to chance. Add the Science Museum to your summer itinerary.



https://smv.org/explore/things-to-do/survival-of-the-slowest/?utm_source=completely_kids_b&utm_medium=completely_kids_b&utm_campaign=sos_2026&utm_id=sos_2026

⭐The Children's Museum of Richmond Downtown will reopen the first phase of the Dream Big exhibit transformation with all-new play experiences designed to spark curiosity, creativity, movement, and imagination for children ages 0-8 on June 16!

🌈From climbing and creating to water play and hands-on discovery, these new exhibits were thoughtfully designed to reflect the spirit of Richmond and the way young children learn best: through play.

🧩 Make sure you experience what's new!



https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/

🎬🍿 Summer Movie Express is back at Regal! Families can catch $1 kid-friendly movies all summer long — the perfect way to beat the heat without breaking the budget. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎟️



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