Events

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

The 2026 Norfolk Tides Season is underway and this upcoming Tuesday, July 7, 2026 is Villians Night and Tuesday Night Fireworks at Harbor Park! Enter our Flash Giveaway for Family Admission!

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

Fields of wildflowers and sunflowers are gorgeous, make beautiful backdrops for photographs, and bringing them home brings a little bit of sunshine indoors!

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!

Locations that offer special Toddler Time playtime in Hampton Roads!

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

Local Juneteenth Events and Celebrations in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

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

This FREE festival is a favorite for all ages and includes activities like touring the tall ships, watching the Parade of Sail, regional and national entertainment, family activities, and of course the HUGE display of fireworks!

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.

There are so many family events celebrating PRIDE this month in Hampton Roads, here is our BIG LIST to make it easier to find them! #LOVEISLOVE

Norfolk Botanical Garden’s Butterfly House is opening for the 2026 summer season this Sunday, just in time for the annual Butterfly Festival.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Take advantage of Free Fishing Days and get out on the water this summer!

Another chance to experience a taste of Greece in Hampton Roads – the Newport News Greek Festival!

Whether you are visiting the area or a local family looking to take in the sights on your staycation, there are Tours throughout the Hampton Roads region that focus not just on the natural beauty of the area but also on the rich history surrounding Coastal Virginia.