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

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.

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

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

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! 😎

Here is a list of upcoming memorial events and ceremonies, as well as activities and promotions planned over the holiday weekend in Hampton Roads.

Local pediatric therapists in Hampton Roads! Find speech, occupational, and physical therapy services to support your child’s development.

The good news is that there are programs designed specifically to help kids and teens build strong social skills in a supportive environment. These programs often use guided activities, group practice, and coaching to help children develop the tools they need to connect with others and feel more confident in social situations.

Whether your young creator is dreaming of designing their own wardrobe or just wants to stitch up a fun project, there’s a sewing class or camp in Hampton Roads that can help them get started.

Find local volunteer opportunities in Hampton Roads, Virginia (both for youth, and for family groups) on this post.

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

The Pokey Smokey II Ride-On Train in Portsmouth is now operating on its Summer schedule!

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

This program allows military personnel and their families to visit over 2,000 participating museums for FREE. Check out this post for participating museums in Hampton Roads!

If your ACTIVE Family loves Cars be sure to check out the local car shows and auto events coming up in Hampton Roads!

If you would like an EXTRA excuse to head out into the great outdoors you can enjoy FREE Entrance at all National Park locations on these dates in 2026!

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!

Looking for a fun and healthy way to enjoy the outdoors with your family? Hampton Roads offers miles of scenic bike paths and trails perfect for riders of all ages and skill levels.

Local childcare and daycare programming for infants, toddlers and school aged children in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

How to get started – becoming a Foster Parent in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has opened limited registration of their FREE Preschool Pass (ages 3-5) while supplies last!

Our BIG LIST – and your local guide – of where to find local Farmers Market locations in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

For Hampton Roads families who have a rising Kindergartener there is now one website that helps you find the needed registration requirements and links for your area!

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