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Hampton Roads is a vibrant hub for anime events, comic conventions, cosplay meetups, and pop culture expos where fans of all ages can connect, create, and celebrate their favorite characters and fandoms.

Locations that offer special Toddler Time playtime in Hampton Roads!

Is your Active Child interested in Martial Arts? Check out the local Listings under Martial Arts Programs For Kids in Hampton Roads…

We are building a MEMORY WALL of Your Local Family Memories, built by events and information you found on Myactivechild.com Hampton Roads.

Historical fun in Portsmouth this weekend! A Post Such As Portsmouth is an enactment designed to entertain and educate the public of the occupation of Portsmouth, Virginia by the British forces in 1781. 

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! 

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.

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

Enter this GIVEAWAY for FRONT ROW SEATS! Monster Jam is the only place to see the legendary Grave Digger ® Megalodon ® El Toro Loco ® and more tear up the dirt. Nothing else compares!

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.

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!

Learn more about Youth Volunteer Corps of Hampton Roads, and find CURRENT and upcoming local volunteer opportunities for youth in grades 6-12.

Is your Active Child interested in music? Whether they dream of learning to play an instrument, love singing, or want to explore their creativity through rhythm and sound, Hampton Roads offers a wide variety of music programs for kids and teens.

Langley Speedway is back for 2026, coming into its 75th season of racing on Saturday with its annual Spring Day of Destruction!

Read Across America Day 2026 takes place on March 2, 2026, and there are lots of local ways to celebrate both reading, and the amazing Dr. Seuss!

Is your Active Child interested in lacrosse? Check out the local Listings under Lacrosse Programs For Kids in Hampton Roads!

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

The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Chartway Arena in March 2026 as a part of their 100 Years World Tour! Enter this Giveaway or order your tickets today!

From kids’ CrossFit classes and youth strength training to speed clinics, running programs, and sports performance training, there’s something for every age and ability level.

One hundred and sixty-four years later, the Mariners’ Museum remembers the Battle of Hampton Roads!

Ice Skating! Here is our list of local ice skating rinks that offer year-round skating (and skating instruction) programs!

Kids can try Ice Hockey for FREE at several participating locations in Hampton Roads.

Hockey Fans! It is time to get your tickets to the upcoming home games for the Norfolk Admirals!

Is your Active Child inspired by Team USA Ice Hockey!? Check out our local directory of Hockey Programs For Kids in Hampton Roads!

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