Sun's out. School's out. Let's go downtown.
Downtown Lynchburg is full of ways to fill an afternoon with kids - hands-on museums, creative classes, sweet treat stops, green space, and splash-worthy fun. City at Play is our running list of the places that make it easy, whether you're planning a full-day adventure or just need something to do on a random Tuesday.
Because summer is short, and downtown is full of ways to make it count.
MayLynn's Creamery
1016 Jefferson Street
Start with something sweet. Scoops, cones, bowls, smoothies, shakes, and rolled ice cream - enough variety that the choosing is half the fun. If you're planning a downtown day with kids, this is the easiest stop to add, and the one they'll remember.
Fox Burrow Books
1220 Main Street
Tucked right on Main Street, Fox Burrow is the rare bookstore that's genuinely built for both of you. There are dedicated reading nooks and a thoughtful children's selection that invites imagination and quiet play - so while your child disappears into a story, you get to slow down with something from the curated grown-up shelves.
It's the kind of space where storytime and me-time can happen at the same time.
More to come
The rest of downtown is waiting: hands-on museums, creative classes, the Riverfront Park splash pad, and green space a short walk from Main. We'll keep adding stops.
Have a downtown spot your kids love? Tell us - City at Play is still growing.