Family events in Martinsville, VA

This pet food distribution supports households facing difficulty feeding their animals, with the goal of helping pets remain with their families. Assistance is available up to three times per year per household. New participants should bring a photo ID that shows a Rockingham County address and be prepared to provide details for each pet, including name, gender, type of animal, spay or neuter status, and rabies vaccination status. Returning participants are reminded that the three-times-per-year limit still applies. If any new pets have been added to the household since the last visit, the household is not eligible for assistance. These guidelines help ensure resources can reach as many families as possible.

A festive comics celebration from Big Lick Comic Con - Greensboro will be held at the Greensboro Complex.

A central block of downtown Greensboro transforms into a car free promenade filled with local vendors, small businesses, live music, dancing, and family friendly activities. Browse pop ups, connect with neighborhood merchants, and take in performances as the street becomes a lively gathering place for all ages. This event invites exploration of downtown and showcases a range of local offerings.

Art in the Arboretum is an annual celebration that fills the Greensboro Arboretum with creativity and activities for all ages. Artisans, makers, and crafters will be on hand alongside food vendors and musicians, and there is even fun planned for four legged friends. Applications are available only through official channels, and organizers will not contact anyone via Facebook about applying. For questions, contact Amanda Garner, Executive Director of Greensboro Beautiful, at director@greensborobeautiful.org.

Designed for young artists, this class offers a rotating mix of art and craft projects that build a solid understanding of essential art elements and principles. Through engaging, hands-on activities, children strengthen fine motor skills, improve hand-eye coordination, and develop creative thinking and problem-solving, all while expressing themselves in a supportive setting. The focus is to have fun, build confidence, and spark a lasting love of creativity. Each class features a brand-new project and skills to learn, and participants take home a finished masterpiece. Tuition is $175.

At The Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, The United European Ballet Company presents Cinderella in a theatrical ballet presented by Classical Arts Entertainment. The beloved fairy tale unfolds through expressive choreography, following a kind young woman whose resilience and faith in love carry her from hardship to a royal ball and a dream realized. Set to the music of Sergei Prokofiev, an international ensemble performs in ornate European costumes against hand painted scenery, creating moments of humor, beauty, and romance for audiences of all ages. Recommended for ages 3 and up. The performance is presented in two acts with one intermission.

Classical Arts Entertainment reimagines the classic fairytale in a full-length ballet danced by United European Ballet. A multinational cast from across Europe, including notable Ukrainian artists, brings the story to life with expressive choreography, striking visuals, and resonant storytelling set to Sergei Prokofiev’s celebrated score. From the stepsisters’ playful antics to the splendor of the palace ball, scenes unfold with feeling and theatrical flair as a kind-hearted heroine embarks on a transformative journey shaped by love and fate. Hand-painted scenery, lavish costumes, and energetic staging create a vivid storybook world, while a Broadway-inspired approach meets classical tradition for an immersive, visually rich experience. The ballet is performed in two acts with one intermission and is appropriate for all ages. Seating is priced at $105, $95, $85, $55, or $45 depending on location. A $5 processing fee and 6.75% NC sales tax will be added to each ticket. The VIP Experience is $165 per ticket with all taxes and fees included, featuring a 20 minute backstage tour, a professional photo with a ballerina with a printed 8x10, access to additional backstage photo moments, and a special gift, a Christmas ornament from the official merchandise collection. VIP seating is limited to 20 seats in prime orchestra locations. Classical Arts Entertainment operates under the direction of its founder, Michael Art.