Military Families

  1. Reminder: Military Families – Special Education in Virginia

    Local (or soon to be local) military families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), or who have a child with special needs, don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the special education services and supports that are available in the state of Virginia specifically.

    August 21, 2024
  2. Battleship Wisconsin Birthday Celebration!

    At Battleship Wisconsin‘s Birthday celebration on Saturday, April 13th Nauticus will be opening NEW SPACES aboard the ship and offering special programs. Don’t miss the fun!

    April 10, 2024
  3. Military Families – Father/Daughter Ball 2024 – On Sale March 15th!

    Save the date and set your phone alerts! By royal proclamation, Military families are cordially invited to the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads Father-Daughter Military Ball! 

    March 12, 2024
  4. Book Giveaway Winner! Dear Daddy: Conversations with My Military Dad

    I am thrilled to be able to offer another book giveaway, this time for a copy of a new military dad and son keepsake journal by award-winning military spouse author Pearl Gifty Alimo!

    February 20, 2024
  5. Reminder – Military – Admission Special (January/February 2023) at the Virginia Aquarium

    A special discount for Military Families in January -February 2023 at The Virginia Aquarium!

    January 11, 2023
  6. Military Families – Operation Sergeant Santa!

    Military families! Don’t miss the Operation Sergeant Santa event, held at Joint Base Langley Eustis in Newport News, Virginia!

    November 15, 2022
  7. Military Family Appreciation Weekend at Virginia Living Museum

    Our partners at the Virginia Living Museum have a great promotion for Military Families this weekend in honor of Military Child Month! This weekend, May 14-15, 2022 the museum will offer half-price admission for children and adults.

    May 12, 2022
  8. Military Families – Drive-In Movie: Dolittle

    Military families, MWR is putting on a socially distant Drive-In Movie event the whole family can enjoy!

    May 13, 2020
  9. Military: Parent to Parent Webinar Series

    Upcoming FREE webinars for military families on Helping Military Kids Cope with the COVID-19 Pandemic and Helping Military Teens Navigate Change.

    May 11, 2020
  10. Military/DOD Families – Spring Into Reading

    Military/DOD families are invited to participate in a Spring Reading program! The perfect (extra) incentive to read a little extra during this time at home.

    May 7, 2020
  11. Military Families- Exceptional Family Member Resource Fair

    If your military family is enrolled in Exceptional Family Member Program (or would like to find out more), this event may be a great resource!

    February 20, 2020
  12. Military Families – Character Breakfast at Dam Neck (On Sale Feb 17)

    These events are always such a huge hit! Military Families, make sure to check out the Character Breakfast scheduled on Dam Neck!

    January 27, 2020
  13. Free Tickets To VA Aquarium for Military (Limited Time Offer)

    Military Families (Active Duty, Reserve/National Guard, and dependents) have an opportunity for FREE Tickets to the Virginia Aquarium through the USO this Friday!

    January 22, 2020
  14. Military Teens: Civics Unplugged Leadership Program

    A fun opportunity for military kids who are in high school! Blue Star Families has teamed up with Civics Unplugged!

    October 17, 2019
  15. Military Families: Smart Start Athletics (Ages 3-5)

    A Free program for Military families with little ones ages 3-5, offered by NAS Oceana Youth Center! The Smart Start Football session opens for registration on June 17, 2019!

    May 17, 2019
  16. Military Appreciation Day at the Children’s Museum of VA

    Military families, don’t miss a chance for reduced admission and special programming on Military Appreciation Day at the Children’s Museum of Virginia!

    October 11, 2018
  17. Military Families- FREE NAS Oceana Family Fest

    Military Families, come out for FREE Fun at the NAS Oceana Back to School Family Fest!

    July 22, 2018
  18. Military Families – Spring UP! for Military Kids

    A fun-filled day with Critter Cuddling from The Teeny Tiny Farm, LLC, face painting, bounce houses, giveaways, & music from 97.3 The Eagle! What a perfect way to celebrate Month of the Military Child!

    April 26, 2018
  19. Military Appreciation Day at the Virginia Zoo

    Military Families! Mark your calendars for Military Appreciation Day at the Virginia Zoo!

    October 1, 2017
  20. Military Families- FREE Admission to Busch Gardens

    Waves of Honor – FREE Tickets for Military Families to Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

    August 4, 2017
  21. Canceled: Military Families- Beach Bash!

    The very popular Beach Bash at JEB Little Creek is back again this year!

    July 26, 2017
  22. Military Families – Naval Station Norfolk Family Fall Festival

    This free event for military active duty, eligible family members, retirees, reservists, and DOD civilians includes a hay maze, hay rides, inflatables, face painting, pumpkin patch, sack races, concessions and chili cook off.

    October 21, 2016
  23. Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families

    A special Sesame Street performance for Military Families!

    September 13, 2016
  24. Military Families – FREE Track & Field Clinic Ages 5-18

    Military Families, a great opportunity for your little runners! This opportunity is open to ages 5-18.

    July 16, 2016
  25. Military Families – Free Field Day Event

    Military Families will celebrate the end of another school year and get to participate in a variety of sports/fitness activities all under one roof. There will also be a bounce house, kids’ playground and many other fun family activities.

    June 9, 2016