March is on the way and the days are getting longer! We gain an extra hour of daylight on Sunday, March 9 when we 'spring forward' into Daylight Saving Time. Don't forget to set your clocks forward an hour before bed on Saturday, March 8.
Plan ahead for Randolph College's Science Festival, with Science Day and Science Day for Little Scientists on March 29. Register for Science Day 2025 at Randolph College HERE. The popular Science Day and Science Day for Little Scientist events fill up quickly, so don't wait too long to register your child.
We'll help you plan ahead to Find Your Family Fun® with our FREE Lynchburg Macaroni Kid newsletter and event calendar.
As the weather gets warmer, many families look forward to spending more time outdoors. Spring begins in mid-March with the vernal or spring equinox on March 19, the day when there are as many hours of daylight as darkness.
Plan for a fun-filled month with your family as you celebrate March, spring, and the arrival of Daylight Saving Time!
March Events for Kids, Parents, and Families
Click on each event for more details and information. Some events require advance registration, so plan ahead for fun!
*** Some events may change or cancel due to weather or other circumstances. Please check with the venue before you attend an event. ***
March Weekend Events
You'll find weekday events on the Lynchburg Macaroni Kid calendar of events.
Feb. 28 - March 2 Weekend Events
Feb. 27 - March 1 - Pioneer Theatre Presents "The Addams Family" at Heritage High School - Feb. 27, 28, and March 1 at 7 PM
Feb. 28 - Parent/Teacher Conference Day for Lynchburg City Schools
Feb. 28 - LEGO® Club at Lynchburg Public Library from 11 AM - 1 PM
Feb. 28 - March 2 - Wolfbane Productions Presents "Matilda the Musical" at Wolf Den Downtown - Feb. 28-March 1 at 7:30 PM; March 2 at 3 PM (also March 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, and 28-30)
March 1 - First Saturdays in Altavista from 10 AM - 12 PM
March 1 - Family Craft at Lynchburg Public Library from 11 AM - 1 PM
March 1 - Tabletop Gaming Saturday at Forest Library from 12:30 PM - 5 PM
March 1 - Sensory Friendly Daddy Daughter Dance at City Armory at 5:20 PM
March 1 - Daddy Daughter Dance at City Armory from 6 PM - 8 PM
March 2 - "Glimpses of Paradise" Choral and Organ Concert at 4 PM
March 7-9 Weekend Events
March 7 - First Friday: "Roaring Lynchburg: Social Life in 1925" at Lynchburg Museum from 5 PM - 7 PM
March 7 - First Fridays in Lynchburg at Lynchburg Art Club and Art Galleries from 5 PM - 8 PM
March 7 - First Fridays at Academy Center of the Arts from 5 PM - 8 PM
March 7 - First Friday at Vector Space from 5 PM - 8 PM
March 7-9 - Wolfbane Productions Presents "Matilda the Musical" at Wolf Den Downtown - March 7-8 at 7:30 PM; March 9 at 3 PM (also March 14-16, 21-23, and 28-30)
March 8 - Forest Farmers Market Winter Market from 9 AM - 12 PM
March 8 - Saturday Clay Day: Spring Flower Vase at Academy Center of the Arts from 10 AM - 11:30 AM
March 8 - Family Art Saturday: String Art at Academy Center of the Arts from 10 AM - 11:30 AM
March 8 - Family Craft Day at Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch from 10 AM - 1 PM
March 9 - Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time Begins at 2 AM
March 14-16 Weekend Events
March 14 - Pie Day Bake-Off at Millie’s from 11 AM - 12:30 PM
March 14 - Science Festival Pi Run at Randolph College at 6 PM
March 14-16 - Wolfbane Productions Presents "Matilda the Musical" at Wolf Den Downtown - March 14-15 at 7:30 PM; March 16 at 3 PM (also March 21-23 and 28-30)
March 15 - Spring Festival at Forest Recreation Center from 9 AM - 5 PM
March 15 - Eastern Letters & Inks at Academy Center of the Arts from 10 AM - 12 PM
March 15 - St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Festival in Roanoke from 10 AM - 5 PM
March 15 - Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Roanoke at 11 AM
March 15 - St. Paddy's Day 5K at The Water Dog at 11 AM
March 15 - Swan Lake & The Firebird at Academy Center of the Arts at 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM
March 15-18 - Kidz Kraze Spring Consignment Sale
March 17 - St. Patrick's Day
March 21-23 Weekend Events
March 21 - No School for Lynchburg City Schools
March 21 - LEGO® Club at Lynchburg Public Library from 11 AM - 1 PM
March 21-23 - Wolfbane Productions Presents "Matilda the Musical" at Wolf Den Downtown - March 21-22 at 7:30 PM; March 23 at 3 PM (also March 28-30)
March 22 - Amazement Square's 24th Big Messy Birthday from 10 AM - 5 PM
March 22 - Market Storytime at Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch at 10:30 AM
March 22 - Brainy Board Games at Lynchburg Public Library from 11 AM - 1 PM
March 28-30 Events
March 29 - Rise and Rebuild 5K Run / Walk at 9 AM
March 29 - Spring is in the Air Makers Market at Amherst Second Stage from 9 AM - 1 PM
March 29 - Science Day for 3rd - 6th Graders at Randolph College from 11:45 AM - 4:30 PM
March 29 - Science Day for Little Scientists (ages 3-7) at Randolph College (12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM)
March 29 - Glow Stick Star Party at Randolph College at 8:30 PM
March 30 - Maker Faire of Lynchburg at Randolph College from 11 AM - 4 PM
March 30 - Sunday Science Drop-In Activities at Randolph College from 11 AM - 4 PM
In addition to the events noted above, there are many weekday events on our calendar of events!
Recurring Weekly Events
Visit Lynchburg Museum - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 AM - 4 PM; Sundays from 12 PM - 4 PM
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Forest Library (0-21 months) - Mondays at 10:15 AM from Jan. 6 - Dec. 29 (no event on dates library is closed)
Babygarten at Lynchburg Public Library - Mondays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 6 - May 19 (closed Jan. 20 and Feb. 17)
Rock-A-Bye Reader at Forest Library (21 months - 3 years) - Mondays at 11:15 AM from Jan. 6 - Dec. 29 (no event on dates library is closed)
Storytime at CCPLS - Rustburg Library - Mondays at 11:30 AM from Jan. 20 – Apr. 7
Preschool Community Playgroups (Yoder Center) - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 12 PM
Books 4 Fun at Forest Library (ages 3-6) - Tuesdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 28 - April 15
Storytime at CCPLS - Timbrook Library - Tuesdays at 1 PM from Jan. 21 - April 8
Teen Tuesdays at Lynchburg Public Library - Tuesdays from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM from Jan. 7 - June 3
Babygarten at CCPLS - Staunton River Memorial Library - Wednesdays at 10 AM from Jan. 8 – Jan. 29
Preschool Community Playgroups (Daniel's Hill) - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Preschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11 AM
Builders Club at Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch - Wednesdays from 10 AM - 5 PM from Jan. 8 - April 23
Books 4 Fun at Forest Library (ages 3-6) - Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 29 - April 16
Family Storytime at Lynchburg Public Library - Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 8 - May 28 (no program April 16)
Homeschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM - 12 PM
Storytime at CCPLS - Staunton River Memorial Library - Wednesdays at 11:30 AM from Jan. 22 – April 9
Family Storytime at Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch - Thursdays from 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM from Jan. 9 - April 24
Storytime at CCPLS - Patrick Henry Memorial Library - Thursdays at 12 PM from Jan. 23 – April 10
Monument Terrace Troop Rally - Fridays from 12 PM - 1 PM
The Nature Zone - Fridays and Saturdays from 12 PM - 4 PM at Miller Center in Lynchburg
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
Lynchburg Community Market - Saturdays from 8 AM - 1 PM
Food Bank at Madison House of the Arts - Saturdays from 1 PM - 4 PM
Saturday Afternoon Open Skate at AJ Skateworld - Saturdays from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Sundays from 8 AM - 10 AM
Here's more ways to Find Your Family Fun® during spring and summer:
Lynchburg Virginia Parks Guide - Parks in Lynchburg and the Surrounding Counties
Wharton Garden Offers Beauty and Fun for All Ages in Any Season - Wharton Garden in Bedford includes a Children's Literacy Garden, Reading Walk, playhouse, and more!
Lynchburg VA Area Spring Hikes - Hiking is a great way to spend family time outdoors. Explore these family hikes in the Lynchburg area.
10 Lynchburg VA Area Places to Ride Bikes - Lynchburg has lots of trails for riding bikes. Check out our top 10 bike trails.
March in Central Virginia: Spring Gardens to Explore - Plan a family photo shoot site or just enjoy the colors of spring in these pretty area gardens.
10 Lynchburg Area Places to Spring Into Outdoor Fun with Your Family - Get outside and play together!
Register Now for Randolph College Science Day 2025 - Registration is open!
Plan Ahead for a Family Friendly St. Patrick's Day - Great St. Patrick's Day events, crafts, and recipes in this article for St. Patrick's Day family fun!
Plan Ahead for the Kidz Kraze Spring Consignment Sale 2025 - The 2025 Kidz Kraze Spring Consignment Sale will be held March 14-18 at Boonsboro Ruritan Club!
Spring and Easter Articles and Guides - Now and Coming Soon
Lynchburg VA Spring 2025 Day Trips, Staycations, and Road Trips - Find Your Family Fun® in Lynchburg, Central Virginia, and beyond!
Lynchburg VA Spring Break Events and Activities - April 14-18 - Enjoy these fun events and activities in Lynchburg and Central Virginia for Spring Break!
Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide 2025 - Are you ready? Camping season 2025 is here now!
10 Lynchburg Area Places to Spring Into Outdoor Fun with Your Family - Get outside and play together!
Lynchburg VA Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Family Fun for 2025 - Hop your way to Easter with Lynchburg Macaroni Kid!
Find Yummy Easter Goodies in the Lynchburg Area - Celebrate Easter with yummy sweet treats from Lynchburg area bakeries!
Celebrate Easter at a Lynchburg Area Church - Check times of services for Easter Sunday at many local churches!
Lynchburg VA Area Summer Camp Guide 2025 - The area's top summer camps are in our guide - a work in progress!
Find Your Family Fun® in the Lynchburg Area During April - April is a great time to get outdoors with the family. Enjoy these fun activities and local events!
Lynchburg Hillcats 2025 - Coming soon - Kids ages 12 and under can join the FREE Southpaw's Kids Club!
Lynchburg and Central Virginia Fruit Orchards and Farmers Market Guide 2024 - Coming soon - From strawberries to pumpkins and apples, find the freshest produce at local orchards and markets!
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid top events for the week - In our newsletter each week, you'll find our top choices from the many events included in our FREE event calendar. The complete calendar is on our website and we're constantly adding events, so check it often!
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