Free Event

  1. This Weekend! NAS Oceana Air Show 2025

    The NAS Oceana Air Show is back for 2025!!! Don’t miss the jet noise, performances and the fantastic displays this year. The fun continues into the evening this year on Saturday with Beach Blast!

    September 19, 2025
  2. 2025 Annual Go Play Day in Norfolk! (New Date)

    Come out on Saturday, October 4th (NEW DATE) and celebrate the FREE Annual Go Play Day in Norfolk!

    September 18, 2025
  3. Mystical Arts of Tibet in Hampton (Free Event)

    Millions of grains of colorful sand come to life on stage to create a one-of-a-kind sand-painted mandala, carrying the Tibetan monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery’s message of planetary peace and healing throughout the world! Free event.

    August 28, 2025
  4. Save the Date: Annual Nansemond Indian Tribal Pow Wow

    Come out to support the Nansemond Indian Tribe for this great, FREE Family Event! The two-day Native American cultural celebration includes music, dance, food, and crafts.

    July 29, 2025
  5. Women Can Fly – Free Event for Girls Ages 8+

    This is pretty cool. Hampton Roads girls ages 8 and up can sign-up for a FREE flight with Women Can Fly! Registration is OPEN!

    July 16, 2025
  6. The 10th Annual Amazing Peanut Chase Scavenger Hunt

    A great (Free!) event the whole family can participate in! Suffolk is hosting the 10th Annual Amazing Peanut Chase Scavenger Hunt!

    July 11, 2025
  7. A Splash of the Arts! Free Summer Fun in Hampton

    Free Summer Fun for the kids in Hampton! School-age children and families can interact with musicians, artists, actors, storytellers, dancers, and more. Each hour has new programming! 

    July 9, 2025
  8. Free Summer Fun at MacArthur Center!

    Summer Fun Thursdays are back at MacArthur Center each Thursday this summer! Free fun for kids 10 and younger.

    June 30, 2025
  9. 2025 ODU MathFest Scavenger Hunt

    A FREE Math Event for kids in 3rd-8th grades in Hampton Roads!

    June 25, 2025
  10. Foster Care Aware – FREE Community Event

    Foster Care Aware is an annual event designed to shine a light on foster care and provide opportunities to learn more about fostering, adopting from foster care, and supporting foster children in our community.

    May 16, 2025
  11. May 2025: D’Art – Free Interactive Art Program

    Free Art Programming for all ages is BACK at D’Art Center in Norfolk! These free, interactive art events are held on various dates and are open to all ages (kids must be accompanied by adults).

    May 15, 2025
  12. A FREE Community Day at Virginia MOCA

    Join Virginia MOCA for a museum-wide activation celebrating creativity, community, and environmental stewardship, and all things nautical!

    May 9, 2025
  13. Kids’ Day at Bass Pro Shops!

    FREE Fun at Bass Pro Shops during their Kids’ Day promotion in Hampton!

    August 12, 2024
  14. World Arts Celebration (Newport News)

    Explore cultures from around the world as a part of the family-friendly World Arts Celebration in Newport News!

    July 22, 2024
  15. NEW DATE – Local Heroes Day (Virginia Beach)

    This weekend, Coastal Edge Presents Local Heroes Day A Salute To The Heroes Among Us event in Virginia Beach!

    July 5, 2024
  16. Capitan Miranda – Uruguayan Tall Ship Visit (Free Tours!)

    Next week you can check out the CAPITAN MIRANDA as the Uruguayan Navy’s sail training tall ship visits Norfolk! Free Tours will be available!

    June 26, 2024
  17. Open House at Jefferson Lab in Newport News

    Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) in Newport News is opening its doors for an open house this Saturday! Admission is FREE and there will be activities and learning opportunities for the entire family.

    June 7, 2024
  18. African American Music Month Celebration

    Celebrate African American Music Month with a free, exclusive engagement, highlighting the deep and timeless legacy of African American music.

    May 29, 2024
  19. Free Youth Archery Exploration Event

    Bring your bow and arrow skills (or a willingness to learn!) to the upcoming FREE National Archery Day – Youth Archery Exploration Event!

    May 9, 2024
  20. Community Baby Shower in Virginia Beach (Free Event)

    “A Labor of Love” Community Baby Shower is open to all moms (expecting, breastfeeding, new moms, etc.)

    January 23, 2024
  21. Parenting Class For Families With Children Ages 5-12

    An upcoming parenting class – Active Parenting -is being offered for families with children ages 5-12yrs.

    January 17, 2024
  22. Annual Event: Shatter The Silence

    Register now for this FREE event for youth and their families focusing on breaking the stigma around mental health and suicide. Hope heals!

    September 11, 2023
  23. Storytime at the Train Station

    A great storytime for little ones who love trains! The Seaboard Train Station along with Suffolk Tourism is hosting a special storytime.

    August 1, 2023
  24. Israel Fest 2023! Now Indoors!

    Come out on April 30th to experience the exciting tastes, attractions, crafts, games, and sites that make Israel the country she is today! Israel Fest is free and open to all!

    April 27, 2023
  25. JC Penney Kids Craft Event – May 2023

    Each month at JC Penney locations you can visit in-store for a cute kids’ craft, as a part of their Kid Zone series.

    April 25, 2023