Local Updates

FREE Family Fun? You’re in the right place – here are some great ideas for FREE Local Family Fun in Hampton Roads!

The Fourth of July in Hampton Roads means lots of local fun! Find your local fireworks and celebrations here!

Don’t miss Fuse Fest this weekend in Norfolk! A Free Local Celebration igniting hope and positive energy in our community through art, music, and culture in Norfolk VA.

Summer in Coastal Virginia brings to mind beautiful blue skies, sandy beach days, and lots of great local FESTIVALS in Hampton Roads!

Whether you’re a fishing family or brand new to the sport, these Hampton Roads fishing events for kids are a great way to unplug and connect with nature—together.

Is your child a budding star? Hampton Roads is bursting with opportunities for kids and teens who love acting, musical theater, or film.

Does your Active Child LOVE Animals and/or being outside in Nature? Make sure to check out the local Listings under "Animals and Nature" for local Programs and Opportunities For Kids in Hampton Roads!

Events and activities to celebrate Father’s Day in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Looking for family fun in Hampton Roads? Find local farms offering pick-your-own blueberries and blackberries—perfect for a sweet summer day with the kids!

Summer in Hampton Roads is packed with fun, free, and family-friendly activities—and we’ve rounded them all up in one easy-to-use guide! 😎

Need a Date Night? Here is our list of Upcoming Parents’ Night Out Events in Hampton Roads!

Bring your family and join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm (Silent Hour 1 pm to 2 pm), for a day of fun-filled adventure! Your support helps provide scholarships, training, and career pathways in the skilled trade industry.

The Circus is here! You’re invited to the most next‑level family fun party on the planet. The all‑new Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® is a nonstop celebration where DJ‑driven music, laughter, jaw‑dropping acrobatics, and edge‑of‑your‑seat stunts come together to create true core memories for your family.

MyActiveChild.com’s BIG LIST of Summer Reading Programs in Hampton Roads, Virginia – Public Libraries, Bookstores and more!

Ideas for Water Fun with Kids – Pools, Spraygrounds, Splash Pads and Water Parks in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

Local Summer Camps for Kids in Hampton Roads including locations in Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Yorktown and surrounding areas.

From kids’ CrossFit classes and youth strength training to speed clinics, running programs, and sports performance training, there’s something for every age and ability level.

Share your information or flyer on MyActiveChild.com! We can’t possibly include them all in our general or sponsored posts, but we now have a new way to share this information – as a Community Announcement on MyActiveChild.com!

It is always free to add your family-friendly local event to the MyActiveChild.com Hampton Roads calendar. Here is everything you need to know to make sure your event gets seen and makes it onto the correct breakout lists!

Strawberry season is a delicious time of year in Hampton Roads. Check out Our BIG LIST of Where to Pick Your Own Strawberries- this list is updated regularly through the season April – June.

Our Annual BIG LIST of Vacation Bible School programs in Hampton Roads, Virginia – Updated for Summer 2026 and new programs will continue to be added!

For families in need of food assistance on the Virginia Peninsula, here is the posted Mobile Food Pantry Schedule for JUNE 2026.

The latest Virginia Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry in Hampton Roads (Southside). Please share the schedule with families who may need assistance.

These are FREE, hands-on workshops for children ages 5-12. They take place at all Home Depot Stores.

Local Juneteenth Events and Celebrations in Hampton Roads, Virginia.