No matter how old your children are, we all enjoy playing, shopping, eating, and taking part in recreational activities. From our many years in the Lynchburg area, we've put together our favorites for everything from family-friendly breakfast spots to parks, playgrounds, hikes, day trips, seasonal fun, and more!
Here's your go-to guide for fun in the Lynchburg area! Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® all year long in Lynchburg and beyond!
Best Places to Play
Lynchburg VA Guide to Indoor Family Fun - Stay warm and dry indoors at these local play places!
Lynchburg Virginia Parks Guide - Parks in Lynchburg and the Surrounding Counties
Lynchburg Area Church Playgrounds Open to the Public - Expand your playground choices by visiting these Lynchburg area church playgrounds!
Find Lynchburg Area Parks and Playgrounds Videos on Our Facebook Page - Check out videos from the parks and playgrounds Lynchburg Macaroni KID has visited!
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!
Find Your Family Fun at Bedford County Parks - Plan ahead for an adventure in Bedford County!
Best Anytime Fun
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
10 Lynchburg VA Area Places to Ride Bikes - Biking is a great way to enjoy outdoor time as a family, so check out these places for your wheels!
25 Places in the Lynchburg Area to Walk or Hike - Get outdoors and take a walk or hike together!
25 Things to Do with Kids in Lynchburg - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® in every season in Central Virginia!
25 Amazing Family Photo Shoot Locations in Lynchburg and Central VA - Natural lighting and a pretty backdrop make your photos pop to life, so smile and say cheese!
Find Your Family Fun® at Lynchburg VA School Playgrounds - Here's our favorite school playgrounds!
Lynchburg VA Guide to Indoor Family Fun - Stay warm and dry indoors at these local play places!
Disc golf at Peaks View Park - Enjoy fun times with your teens, 'tweens, and littles!
Visit Riveredge Park in Madison Heights - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® close to home!
Visit the Blue Ridge Parkway with Your Family - The Blue Ridge Parkway is a favorite destination for families of all ages!
Lynchburg Area Spectacular Sunset Viewing Places - Sunset and dusk are beautiful, so head to one of these locations and enjoy!
Best Food in the Lynchburg Area
Lynchburg and Central Virginia Orchards and Farmers Markets - Find farm fresh produce and handmade goods at Central Virginia farmers markets and orchards!
Five Lynchburg VA Local Breakfast Spots We Love - We support local businesses in Lynchburg. Here's our five favorite breakfast spots!
Lynchburg Area Outdoor Dining Restaurants - Plan an outdoor dining adventure with the fam!
Ice Cream and Sweet Frosty Treats in the Lynchburg Area - When the weather's hot outside, cool down with a sweet frosty treat from your favorite local spot!
Local Bakeries in the Lynchburg Area - Find the best baked goods in the Lynchburg area to enjoy for the holidays or anytime!
Best Hiking Trails
Hit the Trails at These Lynchburg Area Hiking Trails - Hike your own hike at one of these favorite area trails!
Lynchburg Macaroni KID Blue Ridge Parkway Day Trip Videos - Here's overlook and hiking information and links to videos from along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia!
25 Places in the Lynchburg Area to Walk or Hike - From paved trails to earthen pathways, Find Your Family Fun® in 2023 on one of these trails!
Lynchburg VA Area Spring Hikes - Enjoy nature and get outdoors on a spring hike with the fam!
Hiking Off the Blue Ridge Parkway - The Blue Ridge Parkway is the perfect East Coast family getaway destination!
Take a Family Hike to Johnson Farm on the Blue Ridge Parkway - Enjoy Outdoor Beauty in Every Season!
Hit the Trails: Alpine Trail at Riverside Park - Hiking is a great way to stay active and enjoy outdoor family time together in any season!
Take a Hike at the Peaks of Otter - Choose your hike at the Peaks of Otter!
Hiking Indian Gap on the Blue Ridge Parkway - Kids love the giant Indian Rocks!
10 Awesome Hikes in Shenandoah National Park - From mountaintop views to waterfalls, there's a hike for everyone in Shenandoah National Park!
Summer Day Tripping: Hiking Crabtree Falls - The falls are visible with just a short hike, suitable for adults of various ages and even young children!
Best Springtime Fun
10 Lynchburg Area Places to Spring Into Outdoor Fun with Your Family - Get outside and play together!
Lynchburg VA Area Spring Hikes - All hikes aren't equal. Check out these top springtime hikes in the Lynchburg area!
Lynchburg VA Spring Day Trips, Vacations, and Staycations - Find Your Family Fun® in Lynchburg, Central Virginia, and beyond!
Springtime 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.
Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide - Are you ready? Camping season is here now!
**ALSO check our website for special seasonal content, including Easter Egg Hunts, Easter Church Services, Mother's Day Events, Graduation and End of Year Parties, and more!**
Best Summertime Fun
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Summer Bucket List for Kids of All Ages - Find your family fun with Lynchburg Macaroni Kid this summer!
Best 10 Places to Enjoy Outdoor Summer Fun with Kids - Summer's the time to get outdoors with the fam!
Summer Day Tripping: The Best Lynchburg Area Summer Day Trips - Summertime is the perfect time to make memories with a summer day trip!
25 Cheap Ways to Enjoy Summer - Find Your Family Fun® this summer without breaking the bank!
Summertime Water Fun: Lynchburg Area Pools, Lakes and Water Holes - Find Your Family Fun® this summer with Lynchburg Macaroni Kid!
Find Your Family Fun® at Water Holes in the Lynchburg Area - Check out these favorite Lynchburg area spots where your family can cool off any time!
Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide - Are you ready? Camping season is here now!
10 Family Picnic Sites in Lynchburg and Central Virginia - Grab the kids, pack a lunch or dinner, and head to one of these favorites!
**ALSO check our website for special seasonal content, including our Summer Camp Guide, Vacation Bible School Guide, Memorial Day Events Guide, Independence Day and Fireworks Guide, Father's Day Guide, and more!**
Best Fall Fun
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Fall Family Fun Bucket List - Here's 50+ ways to Find Your Family Fun® this fall!
Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes in Central Virginia - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® for fall!
Lynchburg and Central Virginia Orchards and Farmers Markets - Find farm fresh produce and Find Your Family Fun® at Central Virginia farmers markets and orchards!
Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide - Are you ready? Enjoy camping season in spring, summer, and fall in Central Virginia!
Hit the Trails at These Lynchburg Area Hiking Trails - Hike your own hike at one of these favorite area trails!
Enjoy a Fall or Winter Family Getaway Near Lynchburg or Hit the Road - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® this winter!
Find Your Family Fun® on Football Fridays - Lynchburg Friday nights are for high school football so pick your favorite team and cheer!
When and Where to See Fall Leaves in Lynchburg and Central Virginia - Want to go leaf peeping? Here are some spots you won't want to miss in Lynchburg and beyond!
**ALSO check our website for special seasonal content, including Halloween houses, Trunk or Treats, Thanksgiving Guide, and more!**
Best Winter Fun
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 - Stay warm and dry indoors at these local play places!
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Winter Family Fun Bucket List - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Help You Find Your Family Fun® this winter!
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Snow Day Fun Guide - When Winter Winds Blow, Find Your Family Fun® in the Snow!
Enjoy a Fall or Winter Family Getaway Near Lynchburg or Hit the Road - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® this winter!
**ALSO check our website for special seasonal content, including Santa and Friends Guide, Christmas and Holiday Parades, Christmas Lights, Valentine's Day Guide, and more!**
Best Day Trips, Overnight Trips and Vacays
Explore Virginia on Day Trips with Lynchburg Macaroni KID Videos - Here's links to videos from various fun places around town and across Virginia. Come along with us on a day trip!
Lynchburg Macaroni KID Blue Ridge Parkway Day Trip Videos - Here's overlook information and links to videos from along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia!
Lynchburg VA Spring Day Trips, Vacations, and Staycations - Find Your Family Fun® in Lynchburg, Central Virginia, and beyond!
Summer Day Tripping: The Best Lynchburg Area Summer Day Trips - Summertime is the perfect time to make memories with a summer day trip!
10 Summer Day Trips in Central Virginia - These 10 day trips will keep the family busy and you'll still be home in time for dinner!
Summer Day Tripping: Smith Mountain Lake State Park - Smith Mountain Lake State Park is only 45 minutes from Lynchburg!
Summer Day Tripping: Maury River Fun at Ben Salem Wayside in Lexington - Hot summer days call for free fun in the water with the fam!
Summer Day Tripping: Mill Creek Lake in Amherst County - Hit the beach and have a swinging good time at Mill Creek Lake this summer!
Summer Day Tripping: Rockfish Valley Trails and Spruce Creek Park - Enjoy a day trip to the Rockfish Valley Trails and Spruce Creek Park in Nelson County!
Summer Day Tripping: Hiking Crabtree Falls - The falls are visible with just a short hike, suitable for adults of various ages and even young children!
Summer Day Tripping: Otter Creek on the Blue Ridge Parkway - Otter Creek runs from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the James River.
Summer Day Tripping: Douthat State Park - Douthat State Park, located in Millboro, is about an hour and a half from Lynchburg.
Summer Day Tripping: English Park in Altavista - Summer family fun is waiting for you close to home at English Park!
Summer Day Tripping: Wayside Park in Hurt - Wayside Park is only about 30 minutes from Lynchburg and your kids will love it!
Summer Day Tripping: Holliday Lake State Park - Plan a beach day this summer only 45 minutes from Lynchburg!
Summer Day Tripping: Exploring Bedford - There are many attractions for families in the small town of Bedford!
Summer Day Tripping: Escape to Splash Valley - Splash Valley offers a lazy river, two giant water slides, a water playground, spray pad, and pool!
Summer Day Tripping: Charlottesville's Downtown Mall - While you're in Charlottesville, check out the city's four spray grounds too!
Summer Day Tripping: Pocahontas State Park - Enjoy summer fun near Richmond at the aquatic center at Pocahontas State Park!
Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide - Are you ready? Camping season is here now!
Enjoy a Fall or Winter Family Getaway Near Lynchburg or Hit the Road - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® this winter!
Staycation Fun
Summer Staycation: 10 Things to Do at Percival's Island - Formerly a railroad bed, a paved hiking and biking trail travels the length of Percival's Island!
Summer Staycation: Visit Ivy Creek Park - Ivy Creek Park is all about getting back to nature!
Summer Staycation: Visit Riverside Park - Find Your Family Fun® this summer at Riverside Park!
Summer Staycation: Bike or Walk the Blackwater Creek Trail - Find Your Family Fun® close to home on Lynchburg's Blackwater Creek Trail!
Virginia State Parks
10 Reasons to Enjoy a Virginia State Park Staycation - With 44 Virginia State Parks across Virginia, there's something for everyone!
Summer Day Tripping: Smith Mountain Lake State Park - Smith Mountain Lake State Park is only 45 minutes from Lynchburg!
Summer Day Tripping: Holliday Lake State Park - Plan a beach day this summer only 45 minutes from Lynchburg!
Summer Day Tripping: Douthat State Park - Douthat State Park, located in Millboro, is about an hour and a half from Lynchburg!
Summer Day Tripping: Pocahontas State Park - Enjoy summer fun near Richmond at the aquatic center at Pocahontas State Park!
For Grownups
8 Ways to Pamper Yourself in Lynchburg - Kids aren't the only ones who are looking for fun! Here's our favorite ways to pamper mama and papa bear!
Enjoy a Getaway or Staycation at Craddock Terry Hotel in Lynchburg, VA - The Craddock Terry Hotel is your home away from home in downtown Lynchburg
Shop Local in Lynchburg and Central Virginia - You can find unique gifts for everyone on your list at these local stores!
Lynchburg and Central Virginia Orchards and Farmers Markets - Find farm fresh produce and Find Your Family Fun® at Central Virginia farmers markets and orchards!
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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