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Does your Active Child love to cook and/or help you in the kitchen? Check out the local Listings under "Cooking Classes" For Kids in Hampton Roads!

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.

Don’t miss the fall-themed family fun included in our BIG LIST of 2026 Fall Festivals in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

You must plan ahead and register for Angel Tree Assistance! Salvation Army locations will be registering eligible families for Christmas Assistance for the 2026 holiday season in SEPTEMBER. Please share with those who could benefit from these programs during the holiday season!

Sell outgrown items or stock up on discounted clothing/gear for the kids at these Upcoming Hampton Roads area Children’s Consignment Sales!

Are you looking for a tutoring program for your active child? Most kids need extra support at some point in their academic career. We have ideas for you! 

Our BIG List of Upcoming Homeschool Events in Hampton Roads!

Does your Active Child LOVE Animals and/or being outside in Nature? Make sure to check out the local Listings under "Animals and Nature" for local Programs and Opportunities For Kids in Hampton Roads!

Our local listings of Homeschool Resources and Activities for Kids of all ages in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Find encouragement, connection, and guidance with local events for parents – because you don’t have to do it all alone.

Looking to visit Trunk-or-Treat events in your local neighborhood? Our Big List has Trunk-Or-Treat events happening throughout Hampton Roads, VA

September 15 – October 15, 2026, is Hispanic Heritage Month! This month of celebration focuses on the achievements, histories, traditions, diversity, and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans in the United States.

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!

Planning a birthday party can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! Hampton Roads is full of fun, creative, and family-friendly birthday party venues and ideas for children and teens.

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

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!

There are lots of great museums and historical places in Hampton Roads that offer great family programs.

Is your Active Child into Basketball? Check out our list of local programs that offer teams, camps, clinics and more (broken down by city).

Lowe’s FREE Kids’ Workshops are back for all Lowe’s Kid Club Members. Make sure to register as these events will fill up!

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

Everyone is gearing up for the 2026-2027 school year in Hampton Roads! Here are some upcoming events to celebrate going back to school (some with free school supplies).

Explore local private preschool programs by city, including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Newport News, and Hampton.

Find swimming lessons, diving instruction, and youth swim teams for kids in Hampton Roads. Listings organized by city for all skill levels.

Do you love saving money on clothes for your Active Child? There are lots of Children’s Consignment Stores in Hampton Roads where you can save on gently used children’s clothing, and gear!

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