Events

The 2026 Norfolk Tides Season is underway and this Sunday, June 14, 2026 is Health and Wellness Day and Youth Sports Day at Harbor Park! Enter our Flash Giveaway for Family Admission!

Norfolk Botanical Garden and the Butterfly Society of Virginia are teaming up for the Annual Butterfly Festival!

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! 😎

Warm weather means the return of live, outdoor music! Here is where you can bring the entire family to dance the day (or evening) away in Hampton Roads.

From June 12–14, 2026, witness breathtaking tall ships and military vessels as they grace the York River during the Sail Yorktown Festival!

There will be some amazing chalk artwork on display, come down and join in the creative fun at this year’s Chalk The Walk in Virginia Beach!

Nothing says family fun like a carnival! Find the food, games and rides you love, locally in Hampton Roads.

Fireworks are the perfect excuse for staying up past early bedtimes and celebrating everything from carnivals, baseball, Independence Day, and every occasion in between. Here is our roundup of where you can find Fireworks Displays in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

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

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!

Lowe’s FREE Kids’ Workshops are back! Now known as DIY Kids’ Workshops (instead of Build and Grow) these workshops have some great new projects. Make sure to register as these events will fill up!

Local Juneteenth Events and Celebrations in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

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

Ahoy mateys! Don’t miss the annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival in Hampton! Don your finest pirate attire and join us for a weekend of live music, vendors, arts & crafts, children’s activities, and plenty of pirate shenanigans.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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

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