Valentine's Day celebrates love in all of its glory. Whether you're looking for ways to celebrate love between partners or love between parent and child, we've got you covered with Valentine's crafts and recipes and February events you'll love.
However you celebrate LOVE this month, visit the Lynchburg Macaroni Kid website to keep in touch with family fun (and fun for grown-ups too!) in Lynchburg and Central Virginia.
Find your sweet treats and more LOCALLY for Valentine's Day! Check out Lynchburg Area Places to Find Your Valentine's Day Goodies!
February Events for Kids, Parents, and Families That You'll Love
Some events require advance registration, so plan ahead for fun!
*** NOTE - Some events may change or cancel due to weather or other factors. Please check with the venue before you attend an event. ***
Jan. 19 - Feb. 10 - Valentines For Vets: An Annual Community Project at All Bedford Public Library Locations during regular hours
Jan. 26 - Feb. 7 - Valentines for Seniors at All Campbell County Public Library Locations during regular hours
Jan. 29 - Feb. 1 - Opera: The Magic Flute at Liberty University School of Music - Jan. 29-31 at 7 PM; Feb. 1 at 2 PM
Feb. 1 - Feeding Frenzy at James River State Park from 10 AM - 11 AM - **Canceled due to weather**
Feb. 1 - Glass Theatre Presents "Failure, A Love Story" at Academy Center of the Arts at 3 PM - *RESCHEDULED to Feb. 8 at 2 PM*
Feb. 1 - Pine Needle Basketry at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM - **Canceled due to weather**
Feb. 1 - Plunky & Oneness: “Still We Rise: The Dream, the Duty, and the Divine Legacy” at University of Lynchburg at 4 PM - **POSTPONED due to weather.
Feb. 1 - Chili Cook-Off for Charity at Loose Shoe Too Brewery from 4 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 2 - Groundhog Day - Celebrate Groundhog Day with Family, Friends, & Groundhog Day Cupcakes
See our calendar for weekday events
Feb. 6-8 Weekend Events
Feb. 5-7 - Bulldog Theatre Presents "Clue" at Candlers Station - Feb. 5-7 at 7 PM; Feb. 7 at 2 PM
Feb. 5-8 - Forest Middle School Presents "Something Rotten Jr." at Jefferson Forest - Feb. 5, 6, and 7 at 7 PM; Feb. 8 at 3 PM - Postponed to Feb. 9-12 at 7 PM
Feb. 6 - Enchanted Trail at Timbrook Library from 11 AM - 4 PM *Canceled due to icy conditions*
Feb. 6 - Broadway Karaoke at Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch from 5 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 6 - First Fridays: Valentines for Veterans at Lynchburg Museum from 5 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 6 - First Friday at Vector Space: Hearts of Glass Skill Share and Open House from 5 PM to 8 PM
Feb. 6 - First Fridays at Academy Center of the Arts from 5 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 6 - First Fridays in Lynchburg at Lynchburg Art Club and Art Galleries from 5 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 6 - Galentine's Night at Hometown Finds from 5 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 6 - Olympic Opening Ceremony at Starr Hill On Main from 5 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 6 - Owl Prowl at James River State Park from 6 PM - 7 PM - *Canceled*
Feb. 6 - 1st Annual Daddy/Daughter Banquet at Oasis Church from 6 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 6 - The Alfred Yun Quartet at Randolph College at 7:30 PM
Feb. 7 - Liberty Legends Competition at LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center from 9 AM - 3 PM
Feb. 7 - Big Game 5K at Percival's Island at 10 AM - *Rescheduled for Feb. 14 at 10 AM*
Feb. 7 - Toddler Saturday Character Event at FunQuest - Minnie's Valentine's Party from 10 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 7 - Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Outside the Cone - Waffle sundaes from 10 AM - 12 PM; open until 10 PM
Feb. 7 - Take Your Child to the Library Day at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 10 AM - 1 PM
Feb. 7 - Waffles and Woofles at The Happy Waffle from 10 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 7-8 - Big Lick Comic Con at Berglund Center - Feb. 7 from 10 AM - 6 PM; Sunday from 11 AM - 5 PM
Feb. 7 - Historic Designation Community Meeting for White Rock Elementary School at 11 AM
Feb. 7 - Pancake & Paint Breakfast at Madison House of the Arts from 11 AM - 1 PM
Feb. 7 - Pop-Up Valentine’s Craft & Event Show at Valley View Mall from 11 AM - 8 PM
Feb. 7 - craveABLEs Brunswick Stew Fundraiser - Order through Feb. 2; pick up on Feb. 7 from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Feb. 7 - CAB Kids! Geoffrey Marsh: Juggling & Circus Workshop at Bower Center for the Arts from 12 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 7 - National Girls and Women in Sports Day at University of Lynchburg from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Feb. 7 - Tabletop Gaming Saturday at Forest Library from 12:30 PM - 5 PM
Feb. 7 - "Everybody is Somebody" at Amherst Second Stage at 3 PM and 7 PM
Feb. 7 - Winter Bird Wander at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 7 - Saturday Matinee presents Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale at Bedford Central Library at 3:30 PM
Feb. 7 - Balourdet Quartet at First Christian Church at 4 PM
Feb. 7 - Mountain View Church Food Festival for the Pantry from 4 PM - 6 PM
Feb. 7 - Glen Shelton at New London Ruritan Club from 7 PM - 10 PM
Feb. 8 - Feeding Frenzy at James River State Park from 10 AM - 11 AM
Feb. 8 - 4th Annual Galentine’s Brunch at The Water Dog from 11 AM - 3 PM
Feb. 8 - Galentine’s Brunch & Music Bingo at Apocalypse Ale Works from 12 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 8 - Glass Theatre Presents "Failure, A Love Story" at Academy Center of the Arts at 2 PM
Feb. 8 - HeARTs and Crafts: Pop-Up Valentine Workshop at Bower Center for the Arts from 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Feb. 8 - Pine Needle Basketry at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 8 - Sober Bowl at Madison House of the Arts from 3 PM - 10 PM (until game ends)
Feb. 8 - Big Game Watch Party at Grace Baptist Church - Flag football in the gym at 4 PM; party starts at 5:30 PM
Feb. 8 - Big Game Watch Party at Wood Ridge Farm Brewery in Lovingston at 5 PM
Feb. 8 - Big Game Watch Party at Grinnin' Bear Tavern at 6 PM
Feb. 8 - Big Game Watch Party at Loose Shoe Too Brewery at 6:30 PM
Top Events for Feb. 9-12
Feb. 9 - No School - Parent/Teacher Conference Day for Lynchburg City Schools
Feb. 9-13 - Free Morning Coffee at The Mingo Coffee and Play from 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Feb. 9-12 - Forest Middle School Presents "Something Rotten Jr." at Jefferson Forest at 7 PM
Feb. 10 - Homeschool Meetup at Campbell County Public Library in Rustburg from 2 PM - 3 PM
Feb. 10 - LEGO® + Labrary at Campbell County Public Library in Rustburg from 3 PM - 5 PM
Feb. 10 - Family Fun Night Karaoke Dance Party + Valentine's Fun at Big Lick from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Feb. 11 - Preschool Story & Craft Time at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library at 11 AM and 12 PM
Feb. 11 - Spot the Book Bus at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Feb. 11 - For the Love of Dads Diaper Giveaway at Jubilee Center from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Feb. 12 - Valentine Story Time at Forest Library from 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Feb. 12 - Rustburg Ruritan Community Farmers Market's Sweetheart Market from 3 PM - 6 PM
Feb. 12 - Galentine’s at River Ridge from 5 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 13-16 - The Great Backyard Bird Count at Nature Center from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Feb. 13-14 - Valentine's Pop-up Party at Balloons & Company - Feb. 13 from 9 AM - 5:30 PM; Feb. 14 from 9 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 13 - Valentines Giveaway at Lynchburg Regional Airport from 10 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 13 - Pink vs. Red Valentine’s Party at FunQuest from 5 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 13 - 23rd Annual Love at the Maier at 6 PM
Feb. 13 - Almost Like Being in Love Valentine's Concert Gala at First Presbyterian Church at 6 PM
Feb. 13 - Night to Shine at Waymaker Church from 6:30 PM - 9 PM (special needs event)
See our calendar for all weekday events
Feb. 13-15 Weekend Events
Feb. 9-13 - Free Morning Coffee at The Mingo Coffee and Play from 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Feb. 11-14 - Amherst County High School Theatre Presents "The Amherst Saloon" at 7 PM
Feb. 13 - Early Bird Artist Mixer at Riverviews Artspace from 8 AM - 10 AM
Feb. 13-16 - The Great Backyard Bird Count at Nature Center from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Feb. 13-14 - Valentine's Pop-up Party at Balloons & Company - Feb. 13 from 9 AM - 5:30 PM; Feb. 14 from 9 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 13 - Valentines Giveaway at Lynchburg Regional Airport from 10 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 13-14 - Valentine’s Weekend at The Maple Leaf Tea Room from 2 PM - 4 PM both days
Feb. 13 - Teen Movie Night - Superman (2025) at Forest Library at 4 PM
Feb. 13 - Pink vs. Red Valentine’s Party at FunQuest from 5 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 13 - 23rd Annual Love at the Maier at 6 PM
Feb. 13 - Almost Like Being in Love Valentine's Concert Gala at First Presbyterian Church from 6 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 13 - Owl Prowl at James River State Park from 6 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 13 - Night to Shine at Waymaker Church from 6:30 PM - 9 PM (special needs event)
Feb. 13 - Starfire Live Galentine's at Loose Shoe Too Brewery from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Feb. 13 - Girly Pop Dance Party at The Music Hall at 7 PM
Feb. 13 - Ghosted: Paranormal Investigation of Historic Sandusky from 7 PM - 9 PM or 9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Feb. 13 - Down With Love Dance Party with DJ Saraswati at The Water Dog from 9 PM - 11:30 PM
Feb. 14 - Forest Farmers Market Winter Market from 9 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's Pop-up Party at Balloons & Company from 9 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 14 - Big Game 5K at Percival's Island at 10 AM - *Rescheduled for March 21 at 10 AM *
Feb. 14 - Nature Lovers Hike at James River State Park at 10 AM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's Day book + art at Timbrook Library from 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 14 - Galentine's Vendor Market at Tresca on 8th from 11 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's Day at Kline's Dairy Bar from 11 AM - 10 PM
Feb. 14 - Friends Board Game Cafe at Bedford Central Library from 12 PM - 3 PM
Feb. 14 - Wildlife in Watercolor at James River State Park from 1 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 14 - Alex Arbaug Live at Blue Toad Hard Cider for Valentine's Day from 2 PM - 5 PM
Feb. 14-15 - "I Dream of Hunny" at Commerce Street Theater at 2:30 PM (also Feb, 21-22 and Feb. 28 - March 1 at 2:30 PM)
Feb. 14 - Love at First Sight: Spotlight Tour at the Maier Museum of Art at 3 PM
Feb. 14 - Winter Bird Wander at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentines Parent Night Out at Super Kicks Karate from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's Dinner for Haiti at St Thomas More Catholic Church from 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Feb. 14 - Miss Hill City and Miss Hill City's Teen Pageant at E.C. Glass High School at 7 PM
Feb. 14 - New Moon Astronomy Viewing at James River State Park from 7 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's Dance at Rustburg Ruritan Club from 7 PM - 11 PM
Feb. 14 - Hearts and Hip-Hop at Big Lick from 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Feb. 14 - Valentine's at Vaughan from 8 PM - 11 PM
Feb. 15 - Feeding Frenzy at James River State Park from 10 AM - 11 AM
Feb. 15 - Galentine's Tea at Baine's Books & Coffee in Amherst from 11 AM - 3 PM
Feb. 15 - History Hike at James River State Park at 1 PM
Feb. 15 - Pine Needle Basketry at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 15 - 2nd Annual Gospel Extravaganza at Randolph College at 4 PM
Feb. 16 - National Park Service Fee Free Days - Presidents Day
Feb. 16 - Presidents Day Cheap Skate at FunQuest from 10 AM - 9 PM
Feb. 16 - President's Day Skate at AJ Skateworld from 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 16 - Try it Out with Girl Scouts at Monroe Community Center from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Feb. 17 - Fat Tuesday / Mardi Gras - Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Easy King Cake Recipes
Feb. 17 - Birds in Winter at Nature Center (ages 6-8) from 10 AM - 12 PM
Feb. 17 - Homeschool Meetup at Staunton River Memorial Library from 2 PM - 3 PM
Feb. 17 - LEGO® + Labrary at Staunton River Memorial Library from 3 PM - 5 PM
Feb. 17 - After School Chinese New Year Party at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library at 4 PM
Feb. 17 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration at Randolph College at 5 PM
Feb. 17 - I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night at Forest Library from 5 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 17 - Mardi Gras Celebration at St. John's Episcopal Church at 5:30 PM
Feb. 17 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at St. Stephens Episcopal Church from 5:30 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 17 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at Holy Cross Catholic Church at 6 PM - Prayer service at 6 PM followed by pancake supper
Feb. 17 - Mardi Gras Pancake Supper at St Thomas More Catholic Church from 6 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 18 - Preschool Story & Craft Time at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library at 11 AM and 12 PM
Feb. 18 - Spot the Book Bus at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Feb. 19 - STEAM Club: Whirlybird Edition at Big Island Library from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Feb. 19 - Retro Movie Night at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library at 5:30 PM
Feb. 19 - Teen Art Night: Pop Art Edition at Bedford Central Library from 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Feb. 19-22 - Pioneer Theatre Presents "The Wiz" at Heritage High School - Feb. 19-21 at 7 PM; Feb. 22 at 2 PM (also Feb. 26-27 at 7 PM)
Feb. 20 - Early Dismissal for Lynchburg City Schools
Feb. 20 - Artist Trading Card Event with New Canvas Art Collective at Forest Library from 3 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 20 - Owl Prowl at James River State Park from 6 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 21 - Brookville Theatre Kids Camp Presents "Aladdin" at 10 AM and 11:30 AM
Feb. 21 - Crafty Critters: Opossum Edition at James River State Park from 10 AM - 11 AM
Feb. 21 - Unity Walk and Celebration at 5th and Federal Streets at 11 AM
Feb. 21 - Celebrate Lunar New Year at One in Christ Church from 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Feb. 21 - Mardi Gras Lunch at Apocalypse Ale Works starting at 12 PM
Feb. 21 - Lunar New Year at Taubman Museum of Art in Roanoke from 12 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 21 - Exchange Club of Lynchburg Brunswick Stew - pickup from 12 PM - 2 PM (order by Feb. 14)
Feb. 21 - Wildlife in Watercolor at James River State Park from 1 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 21-22 - "I Dream of Hunny" at Commerce Street Theater at 2:30 PM (also Feb. 28 - March 1 at 2:30 PM)
Feb. 21 - Winter Bird Wander at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 21 - Teen Creative Writing Club at Forest Library from 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Feb. 21 - Snow Ball Daddy Daughter Sensory-Friendly Dance at City Armory from 5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Feb. 21 - Snow Ball Daddy Daughter Dance at City Armory from 6 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 21 - “Songs to Love By” at Amherst Second Stage from 6 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 21 - Mizfit Cosplayers of VA at Forest Library from 6 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 21 - Back Road Band at New London Ruritan Club from 7 PM - 10 PM
Feb. 21 - Guided by Grace: Celebrating Black History at Academy Center of the Arts at 7:30 PM
Feb. 22 - Feeding Frenzy at James River State Park from 10 AM - 11 AM
Feb. 22 - Lynchburg Bridal Expo at The Virginian Hotel from 12 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 22 - Pine Needle Basketry at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 22 - Jefferson Choral Society: "Be Our Guest" at Historic Academy Theatre at 4 PM
Feb. 23 - Gager Concert Series: Roanoque Baroque at Sweet Briar College at 7:30 PM
Feb. 24 - Homeschool Meetup at Timbrook Library from 2 PM - 3 PM
Feb. 24 - LEGO® + Labrary at Timbrook Library from 3 PM - 5 PM
Feb. 24 - Book Launch and Signing with Leland Melvin at Givens Books from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Feb. 25 - Preschool Story & Craft Time at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library at 11 AM and 12 PM
Feb. 25 - Creatures & Cocktails at The Music Hall at 7 PM
Feb. 26 - Read to a Dog at Forest Library from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Feb. 26 - Building Club: Back to the Future Challenge at Big Island Library from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Feb. 26 - After School Crafts with Girl Scouts of VA Skyline at J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 4 PM - 6 PM
Feb. 26 - LEGO® Club at Forest Library from 5 PM - 6:15 PM
Feb. 26-27 - Pioneer Theatre Presents "The Wiz" at Heritage High School at 7 PM
Feb. 26 - March 1 - "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at Randolph College - Feb. 26-28 at 7:30 PM; Feb. 28 and March 1 at 2 PM
Feb. 27 - 4th Friday: Family Fun & Games at Big Island Library from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Feb. 27 - Owl Prowl at James River State Park from 6 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 27 - Snow Ball Father–Daughter Dinner & Dance at Blue Ridge Community Church from 6 PM - 9 PM
Feb. 27 - Fort Night at Campbell County Public Library in Rustburg from 6:30 PM - 8 PM
Feb. 28 - Bluey Berry Pancakes at Miller Center at 9 AM
Feb. 28 - Free Paper Product Giveaway at Abundant Life Ministry Church from 9 AM - 11 AM (while supplies last)
Feb. 28 - CAB Kids! Opera on the James Presents The Magic Flute at Bower Center for the Arts from 12 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 28 - Black History "Then & Now" at E.C. Glass High School at 1 PM
Feb. 28 - Wildlife in Watercolor at James River State Park from 1 PM - 2 PM
Feb. 28 - March 1 - "I Dream of Hunny" at Commerce Street Theater at 2:30 PM
Feb. 28 - Winter Bird Wander at James River State Park from 3 PM - 4 PM
Feb. 28 - Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Walk from 4 PM - 7 PM
Feb. 28 - Family Bingo Night at Bedford County Gym from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy these fun daily and weekly happenings in the area too!
Weekly Repeating Events
These free, inexpensive, or unique events take place on multiple dates throughout the year.
Spring Valley Farm in Moneta Open to the Public - Monday through Saturday from 8 AM - 7 PM
Claytor Nature Center Open to the Public - Monday through Saturday from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM winter hours
Visit Appomattox Court House National Historical Park - Open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM - free admission
Babygarten at Campbell County Public Library - Rustburg - Mondays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 26 - Feb. 16
Tot Time at Staunton River Memorial Library - Altavista - Mondays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 26 - Feb. 16
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Forest Library (0-21 months) - Mondays at 10:15 from Jan. 5 - Dec. 28 except when library is closed
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Big Island Library (0-36 months) - Mondays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 26 - April 13 except when library is closed
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Forest Library (21 months - 3 years) - Mondays at 11:15 from Jan. 5 - Dec. 28 except when library is closed
Storytime at Campbell County Public Library in Rustburg - Mondays from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM from Jan. 26 - Feb. 23
Storytime at Staunton River Memorial Library - Mondays from 1 PM - 2 PM from Jan. 23 - Feb. 23
Babygarten at Timbrook Library - Session A - Tuesdays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 27 - Feb. 17
Preschool Play Group at Yoder Neighborhood Center - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Sept. 2 - May 28
Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Tuesdays from 10 AM - 12 PM
Story Time at Amherst Library - Tuesdays at 10:30 AM throughout the year, except when library is closed
Books 4 Fun at Forest Library (ages 3-6) - Tuesdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 27 - April 14
Books 4 Fun at Bedford Central Library - Tuesdays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM from Jan. 27 - April 14
Storytime at Timbrook Library - Tuesdays from 1 PM - 2 PM from Jan. 27 - Feb. 24
$10 Tuesdays at Snowflex - Tuesdays from 3 PM - 9 PM from Jan. 13 - April 28
Family Fun Night Karaoke Dance Party at Big Lick - Tuesdays from 5:30 PM - 8:3 PM
Babygarten at Staunton River Memorial Library - Altavista - Wednesdays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 28 - Feb. 18
Tot Time at Campbell County Public Library - Rustburg - Wednesdays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 28 - Feb. 18
Preschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11 AM from Aug. 20 - late May
Preschool Play Group at Daniel's Hill Neighborhood Center - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Sept. 3 - May 29
Open Art Studio at Amazement Square - Wednesday through Saturday: 10 AM -12 PM, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, and 3 PM - 5 PM
Visit Lynchburg Museum - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 AM - 3 PM; Sundays from 12 PM - 3 PM - free admission
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Bedford Central Library - Wednesdays from 10:30 AM - 11 AM from Jan. 7 - Dec. 30
Books 4 Fun at Forest Library (ages 3-6) - Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 28 - April 15
Homeschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM - 12 PM from Aug. 20 - late May
Toddler Time at Bedford Central Library - Wednesdays from 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM from Jan. 7 - Dec. 30
Babygarten at Timbrook Library - Session B - Wednesdays from 1 PM - 1:45 PM from Jan. 28 - Feb. 18
Tot Time at Patrick Henry Memorial Library - Brookneal - Thursdays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 29 - Feb. 19
Preschool Play Group at Yoder Neighborhood Center - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Sept. 2 - May 28
Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Thursdays from 10 AM - 12 PM
Open Art Studio at Amazement Square - Wednesday through Saturday: 10 AM -12 PM, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, and 3 PM - 5 PM
Story Time at Madison Heights Library - Thursdays at 10:30 AM throughout the year, except when library is closed
Books 4 Fun at Big Island Library (ages 3-5) - Thursdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 29 - April 16, except when library is closed
Storytime at Patrick Henry Memorial Library - Thursdays from 11 AM - 12 PM from Jan. 29 - Feb. 26
Babygarten at Patrick Henry Memorial Library - Brookneal - Thursdays from 12 PM - 12:45 PM from Jan. 29 - Feb. 19
Chess Club at Bedford Central Library - Thursdays from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM from Jan. 8 - Dec. 17
Tot Time at Timbrook Library - Fridays from 10 AM - 10:45 AM from Jan. 30 - Feb. 20
Preschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11 AM from Aug. 20 - late May
Preschool Play Group at Daniel's Hill Neighborhood Center - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Sept. 3 - May 29
Open Art Studio at Amazement Square - Wednesday through Saturday: 10 AM -12 PM, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, and 3 PM - 5 PM
Family Swim Fridays at Crosswhite Athletic Club - Fridays from 10 AM - 12 PM
Storytime at Rhodorable at River Ridge Mall - Fridays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Homeschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM - 12 PM from Aug. 20 - late May
Monument Terrace Troop Rally - Fridays from 12 PM - 1 PM
Friday Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Fridays from 6 PM - 8 PM from Jan. 16 - May 29
Friday and Saturday Night Open Skate at AJ Skateworld - Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30 PM - 9 PM
Free Music Friday at Loose Shoe Too Brewery - Fridays from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
TGIF Concert Series at Apocalypse Ale Works - Fridays from 7 PM - 10 PM from Jan. 16 - Feb. 27
Lynchburg Community Market - Saturdays from 8 AM - 1 PM
Lynchburg Food Not Bombs Food Giveaway at Miller Park - Saturdays from 11 AM - 1 PM
Leah's Free Food Bank at Madison House of the Arts - Saturdays from 1 PM - 3:30 PM
Saturday Afternoon Open Skate at AJ Skateworld - Saturdays from 2 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday and Saturday Night Open Skate at AJ Skateworld - Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30 PM - 9 PM
Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Sundays from 8 AM - 10 AM
Save on Sundays at FunQuest - Sundays in February from 12 PM - 7 PM
Sundays at Amazement Square - Sundays from 1 PM - 5 PM
Open Art Studio at Amazement Square - Sundays: 1 PM - 2:30 PM and 3 PM – 4:30 PM
Sunday Afternoon Open Skate at AJ Skateworld - Sundays from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Here's some other ways to enjoy time with the family this month:
Valentine's Day Crafts, Recipes, and Fun
Make Valentine's Day Special with DIY Valentine Cards
Easy Crafts For Kids: How To Make a Valentine's Day Suncatcher
Create Sweet Valentine's Day Treats for your Sweeties
Make Cinnamon Spice Heart Decorations
Have Fun with a Valentine's Fun Mini Cupcake Makers Station
Say I Love You With This Easy Valentine's Day Breakfast
Heart-Shaped Food Day Is Nearly Here
DIY Fingerprint Heart Art For Kids
How to Make a Homemade Crayon Heart Valentine
7 Simple & Fun Ways to Make Valentine’s Day Magical for Your Kids
Rizz, Roses & Romance: A Valentine’s Word Search for Tweens & Teens
My Punny Valentine: 100 Perfect Puns for Valentine's Day
A Romantic Night In: Valentine's Day at Home
Check our website for more Valentine's Day crafts and recipes!
Here are some other fun activities to enjoy this month with the family!
Lynchburg Area Top 10+ Valentine's Events for January and February 2026 - Lynchburg Macaroni Kid helps you Find Your Family Fun® - and Date Night Fun!
Make Someone's Day with a Valentine's Day Card - You and your family can make Valentine's Day special with these special Valentine's card events!
Family Friendly Football Game Day Snacks - Invite a few friends over and enjoy the big game!
Celebrate Galentine's Day with Your Besties - Galentine's Day is a day to celebrate friendship and love with your women friends!
Show Your Love with a Valentine's Charcuterie Board - Celebrate love on Valentine's Day or anytime!
Lynchburg Area Places to Find Your Valentine's Day Goodies - Celebrate LOVE with sweet Valentine's treats from Lynchburg area businesses!
Valentines Brownies - The whole family will love this simple dessert!
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Easy King Cake Recipes - Mardi Gras Day, also known as Fat Tuesday, is celebrated on Feb. 17 in 2026!
25 Cheap Ways to Enjoy Winter Fun With Your Family - Find Your Family Fun® during winter without breaking the bank!
Lynchburg VA Guide to Indoor Family Fun - Find Your Family Fun® indoors and stay warm!
Toddler and Preschooler Fun in Lynchburg and Beyond - The best places for fun with littles in the Lynchburg area
Lynchburg Virginia Parks Guide - Parks in Lynchburg and the Surrounding Counties
25 Places in the Lynchburg Area to Walk or Hike - Get outdoors and take a walk or hike together!
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Snow Day Fun Guide - When Winter Winds Blow, Find Your Family Fun® in the Snow!
Plan Ahead for the Kidz Kraze Spring Consignment Sale 2026 - The 2026 Kidz Kraze Spring Consignment Sale will be held March 27-30 at Boonsboro Ruritan Club!
You’ll find lots of local family-friendly events in the the Lynchburg Macaroni Kid calendar of events on our website.
Events are added to our calendar on a continuing basis. If your organization is planning any free or inexpensive family-friendly events, please submit to our calendar of events HERE.
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