Events

Discover upcoming local events in Hampton Roads focused on American history, Virginia heritage, and hands-on learning experiences for kids and families.

Military families, don’t miss these opportunities to get out and celebrate your military child!

Younger kids love storytime and having books read to them. There are so many local storytimes in Hampton Roads they needed their own list – Here is our BIG LIST of upcoming Storytimes!

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

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!

Easter activities and events for the entire family in Hampton Roads, VA

The beautiful, historic Hampton Carousel is now opening for the season! (With FREE rides and a carnival to celebrate!)

Explore our local listings of Family-Friendly Performances, Concerts, and Live Shows in Hampton Roads, don’t miss your favorites!

The Virginia International Tattoo is back in 2026! Discounted tickets available for select performances.

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

This post lists current discounts and ways to save money on local Museum admission, membership or tours in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

Such a FREE, valuable program for girls! Girls Who Code is currently enrolling for their summer intensive program AND their self-paced summer learning experience!

The perfect pastime for your ACTIVE child! These local running events have something for the whole family. Sign up today!

Moms, here are some opportunities for a special date night with your little guy….

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

Our BIG List of Upcoming Homeschool Events in Hampton Roads!

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

Don’t miss this breakout list of local events in Hampton Roads, specifically for Military Families.

Looking for a laugh-out-loud family date night the whole family can enjoy? In case you missed it – Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to town with the hilarious musical production based on the film!

For all of those Active Families who LOVE Monster Trucks! Monsters on the Beach is back in 2026 and tickets are now on sale and we have a ticket giveaway to celebrate!

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.

 Busch Gardens Williamsburg is celebrating KIDS with special weekend activities beginning this weekend!

Local St Patrick’s Day Family FUN in Hampton Roads!

Ideas for FREE First Weekend Fun in Hampton Roads!

The 59th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a fun-filled Irish parade with all the marching bands, clowns, floats, cars, and people necessary to make up an exciting and enjoyable parade. Everyone is Irish both in and along the parade route.