Family Shows in Richmond

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Richmond.

Updated: October 28, 2026

Richmond, VA, offers a variety of family-friendly entertainment, from children's theatre and circus acts to magic shows, puppetry, and live stage performances. Find upcoming family shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

28
Upcoming Shows
Dec 16
Next Show
$54
Lowest Price
$106
Average Price
Next Family Show:
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Dec 16 · 7:30 PM · Richmond, VA
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Family Shows Schedule
Shows for Kids
Family Shows by Category
Family-Friendly Venues
About Family Shows
Family Shows Overview
Family Shows FAQ

Family Shows by Dates

Find family shows by date, venue, performance type, and upcoming schedule.
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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 28
  • Dec
    16
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    HOLIDAY
    Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $54Avg. price ~ $106Tickets Available: 888
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  • Feb
    23
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $85Avg. price ~ $232Tickets Available: 983
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  • Feb
    24
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $91Avg. price ~ $242Tickets Available: 826
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  • Feb
    25
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $91Avg. price ~ $300Tickets Available: 507
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  • Feb
    26
    2027
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $103Avg. price ~ $306Tickets Available: 649
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  • Feb
    27
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $142Avg. price ~ $352Tickets Available: 366
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  • Feb
    27
    2027
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $95Avg. price ~ $285Tickets Available: 603
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  • Feb
    28
    2027
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $161Avg. price ~ $410Tickets Available: 323
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  • Feb
    28
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $91Avg. price ~ $286Tickets Available: 505
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  • Mar
    02
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $91Avg. price ~ $277Tickets Available: 716
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  • Mar
    03
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $85Avg. price ~ $279Tickets Available: 714
    View Tickets
  • Mar
    04
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $88Avg. price ~ $285Tickets Available: 623
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  • Mar
    05
    2027
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $103Avg. price ~ $312Tickets Available: 751
    View Tickets
  • Mar
    06
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $115Avg. price ~ $294Tickets Available: 624
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  • Mar
    06
    2027
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $103Avg. price ~ $287Tickets Available: 725
    View Tickets
  • Mar
    07
    2027
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $112Avg. price ~ $280Tickets Available: 811
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  • Mar
    07
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Hamilton
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $91Avg. price ~ $279Tickets Available: 674
    View Tickets
  • Mar
    26
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Hadestown
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $48Avg. price ~ $178Tickets Available: 1057
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  • Mar
    27
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Hadestown
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $48Avg. price ~ $178Tickets Available: 1021
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  • Mar
    27
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Hadestown
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $48Avg. price ~ $175Tickets Available: 906
    View Tickets
  • Aug
    17
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $97Avg. price ~ $259Tickets Available: 305
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  • Aug
    18
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $79Avg. price ~ $259Tickets Available: 317
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  • Aug
    19
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $93Avg. price ~ $259Tickets Available: 303
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  • Aug
    20
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Altria Theater - Richmond • 3,565 seats
    Altria Theater - Richmond
    location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226location6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
    From $70Avg. price ~ $240Tickets Available: 369
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
HOLIDAY
6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23226
Upcoming Family Shows: 60
Next Show: Dec 16, 2026 7:30 PM
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Browse upcoming family-friendly productions, children's theatre performances, touring shows, educational entertainment, and seasonal events.

Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
Altria Theater - Richmond
Richmond, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Dec 16, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.

Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows

Family Shows FAQ

Answers to common questions about family shows, venues, tickets, and schedules.

What types of family shows are available in Richmond?

Family shows may include children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, family musicals, educational productions, and seasonal events.

Are family shows suitable for all ages?

Many family shows are designed for children and parents, though age recommendations may vary by production.

Where are family shows performed in Richmond?

Family shows are commonly presented at theatres, performing arts centers, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment venues.

Can I find family shows during school holidays?

Yes. Many venues schedule special family performances during holidays, weekends, and school breaks.

Are tickets required for family shows?

Most family performances require tickets, although some community and seasonal events may offer free admission.

How can I find upcoming family shows?

Browse the schedule by date, venue, category, or month to discover upcoming family entertainment.

Do touring family productions visit Richmond?

Many national and international family productions regularly tour major cities and regional venues.

How often is the family shows schedule updated?

Show schedules, venue information, and ticket availability are updated regularly throughout the year.