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Lynchburg VA Spring Break Events and Activities - April 1-5, 2024

Find Your Family Fun® in Lynchburg and Central Virginia

By Sandy Wallace February 21, 2024

Whether you are considering a spring break family getaway, day trips close to home, or spring break camp to keep the littles busy while you work, Lynchburg Macaroni Kid has you covered!

If you're staying close to home, check the events below and the Lynchburg Macaroni Kid calendar for lots of fun events and activities. 

Planning a spring break getaway trip or looking for fun day trips close to home? Check out these destinations!

Lynchburg VA Spring 2024 Day Trips, Vacays, and Staycations - Here are our top picks for day trips and staycations in the Lynchburg area and spring break vacations for the entire family!

For additional fun around town during spring break, check out 25 Things to Do with Kids in Lynchburg and our Lynchburg Area Parks Guide on our website. Here are our top picks for family fun events this week during spring break!

Spring Break Camps in the Lynchburg Area

Spring Break Art Camp at Imagination Station - March 25-29 and April 1-5 from 12 PM - 2 PM (single day/s or entire week available)

Spring Break Camp at Dynamic Gymnastics - April 1-5 from 8 AM - 12 PM

Pioneer Theatre Spring Break Camp at Heritage High School - April 1-5 from 8 AM - 4 PM (performances on April 5 at 7 PM and April 6 at 3 PM)

Spring Break Camp Happiness at Lynchburg Humane Society - April 1-5 from 9 AM - 3 PM (single day/s or entire week available)

Academy Youth Theatre Spring Break Camp: "Seussical, Jr." at Academy Center of the Arts SOLD OUT! (performances on April 5 at 7 PM and April 6 at 11 AM)

Spring Break Lunch and Play at Neighborhood Centers - April 1-5 from 11 AM - 4 PM

Archery Mini-Camp at Armstrong Gym - April 2-4 from 10 AM - 12 PM

Spring Break Events in the Lynchburg Area - April 1-5

Enjoy a Lynchburg staycation! Check the Lynchburg VA Guide to Indoor Family Fun for the best places to enjoy family fun indoors!

We're still gathering information for events in the Lynchburg area during spring break. Stay tuned! We update frequently.

April 1-5 - No School for Lynchburg City Schools (Spring Break) also Spring Break for Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell counties

April 1 - LEGO® Club at Lynchburg Public Library from 10 AM - 2 PM

April 1 - Pop-up Sports Clinic at College Hill Center from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

April 1 - Spring Break book + art at Rustburg Library from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

April 1 - Spring Break at FunQuest (Daily Specials) from 12 PM - 9 PM

April 2 - Pop-up Sports Clinic at Fairview Center from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

April 2 - Spring Break book + art at Timbrook Library from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

April 2 - Spring Break at FunQuest (Daily Specials) from 12 PM - 9 PM

April 2 - Larsen's Amazing World of Reptiles at Lynchburg Public Library at 2 PM

April 3 - Pop-up Sports Clinic at Daniels Hill Center from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

April 3 - Spring Break book + art at Altavista Library from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

April 3 - Spring Break at FunQuest (Daily Specials) from 12 PM - 9 PM

April 3 - How To at Lynchburg Public Library at 4:30 PM

April 3 - Lynchburg Hillcats Fan Fest from 5 PM - 7:30 PM

April 4 - Spring Break book + art - Brookneal from 10 AM - 12 PM

April 4 - Storytime With the Mayor at Lynchburg Public Library at 10:30 AM

April 4 - Pop-up Sports Clinic at Yoder Center from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

April 4 - Spring Break at FunQuest (Daily Specials) from 12 PM - 9 PM

April 4 - Spring Break Skate at AJ Skateworld from 1 PM - 3:30 PM

April 4 - LU Guitar Ensemble Concert at Fort Hill United Methodist Church at 7 PM

April 5 - AIM Bus Family Craft Day at Lynchburg Public Library from 10 AM - 2 PM

April 5 - Enchanted Trail at Timbrook Library from 11 AM - 5 PM

April 5 - Pop-up Sports Clinic at Diamond Hill Center from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

April 5 - Spring Break Skate at AJ Skateworld from 1 PM - 3:30 PM

April 5 - Spring Break at FunQuest (Daily Specials) from 1 PM - 10 PM

April 5 - Paint Pouring Class at Rustburg Library at 4 PM

April 5 - First Friday at Vector Space from 5 PM - 8 PM

April 5 - First Friday at Academy Center of the Arts from 5 PM - 8 PM

April 5 - First Friday at Lynchburg Art Club and Art Galleries from 5 PM - 8 PM

April 5-6 - Academy Youth Theatre Presents: "Seussical, Jr." at Academy Center of the Arts - April 5 at 7 PM; April 6 at 11 AM

You'll find weekend events for Saturday and Sunday, April 6-7 on our event calendar.

In addition to the events noted above, there are many weekday recurring events on our calendar of events! 

Recurring Weekly Events

Visit Lynchburg Museum - Monday, 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. 29 - April 15

Babygarten at Lynchburg Public Library - Mondays at 10:30 AM from Jan. 22 - April 29 (no event on April 1)

Rock-A-Bye Reader at Forest Library (21 months - 3 years) - Mondays at 11:15 AM from Jan. 29 - April 15

Storytimes at CCPLS - Rustburg - Mondays from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (2 storytimes) - Feb. 5 - April 8

Preschool Community Playgroups at Yoder Center - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM (Sept. 5–May 23)

Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 12 PM

Toddler Tales at Lynchburg Public Library - Tuesdays at 10:30 AM or 11:15 AM from Jan. 16 - April 23; no Toddler Tales on April 2

Story Time with Ms. Anna at Amherst Library - Tuesdays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Books 4 Fun at Forest Library - Tuesdays or Wednesdays at 11:15 AM from Jan. 30/31 - April 16/17

Storytimes at CCPLS - Timbrook - Tuesdays from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (2 storytimes) - Feb. 6 - April 9

Teen Tuesdays at Lynchburg Public Library - Tuesdays from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM from Jan. 2 - May 28

Preschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11 AM

Preschool Community Playgroups at Daniel's Hill Center - Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM - 11:30 AM (Sept. 6–May 24)

Homeschool Open Gym at Dynamic Gymnastics - Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM - 12 PM

Storytimes at CCPLS - Altavista - Wednesdays from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (2 storytimes) - Feb. 7 - April 10

Storytimes at CCPLS - Brookneal - Thursdays from 10 AM - 12 PM (2 storytimes) - Feb. 8 - April 11

Story Time with Ms. Anna at Madison Heights Library - Thursdays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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

Lynchburg Community Market - Saturdays from 7 AM - 2 PM

Toddler Time at Get Air Lynchburg - Sundays from 8 AM - 10 AM

Lynchburg Area Staycations and Getaways

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Lynchburg Area Spring Hikes - Enjoy nature and get outdoors on a spring hike with the fam! Hiking is a great way to spend family time outdoors enjoying nature in any season. Spring hiking offers the opportunity to see spring flowers along the way. You'll also enjoy cooler temperatures than later in the year.

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Springtime in Central Virginia: Spring Gardens to Explore - Teach your child to appreciate the beauty of nature this spring. Find Your Family Fun® at these beautiful gardens during springtime in the Lynchburg area!

Spring and Summer Day Tripping: Otter Creek on the Blue Ridge Parkway - Otter Creek runs from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the James River. There are numerous overlooks on the Blue Ridge Parkway where you can enjoy a picnic or take a hike beside Otter Creek!

10 Reasons to Enjoy a Virginia State Park Staycation in 2024 - With 42 Virginia State Parks across Virginia, there's something for everyone!

 North, south, east, or west, there's a Virginia State Park for your family to explore. Enjoy hiking and biking, history and nature, greenways and waterways. Stay in a cabin, camp in a tent or RV, or make it a day trip!

Lynchburg VA Area Campground Guide 2024 - Camping as a family can be a lot of fun for everyone if you plan ahead and enjoy the adventure. Spending time together in nature is a great way to make spring break memories your kids will remember years from now!

10 Lynchburg VA Area Places to Ride Bikes - Riding bikes together is a fun way to enjoy nature while you get in some great exercise! Check out these favorite bike trails in the Lynchburg area!

Find the LOVE Around Virginia - Did you know that there are more than 200 LOVEworks sculptures located throughout Virginia? Make your next road trip a way to help your family fall in LOVE with Virginia!

10 Family Picnic Sites in Lynchburg and Central Virginia - Gather up bikes, balls, bubbles, and other outdoor playthings; pack a picnic lunch, load up the kids, and head to one of our family's top 10 picnic sites. It doesn't get any easier!

Spring Break is here! However you spend the time, enjoy a break from your normal family routine! 

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