Portsmouth VA

Younger kids love storytime and having books read to them. There are so many local storytimes in Hampton Roads they needed their own list – Here is our BIG LIST of upcoming Storytimes!

Is your child a budding star? Hampton Roads is bursting with opportunities for kids and teens who love acting, musical theater, or film.

Ideas for FREE First Weekend Fun in Hampton Roads!

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

Family-focused Valentine’s Day Events the whole family can enjoy! Here is our BIG LIST of Valentine’s Day Family Events in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

If you are a father (or father-to-be!) living in Hampton Roads this FREE program is for you! Designed by a dad for dads.

The Student Freedom Pass is now available for youth ages 13 to 17 and allows for FREE unlimited rides on Hampton Roads Transit (Bus, Light Rail & Ferry).

Don’t miss the holiday fun! Here is our 2025 BIG LIST of local Holiday Parades in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

Trick or Treating Guidelines in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

National Night Out is a wonderful way to connect with your local community in Hampton Roads!

The Fourth of July in Hampton Roads means lots of local fun! Find your local fireworks and celebrations here!

The 2025 Umoja Festival brings together a huge lineup of national acts in jazz, reggae, gospel and rhythm and blues. These events are free and open to the public.

Don’t miss the annual parade taking place in honor of Memorial Day in downtown Portsmouth, VA.

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

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

Family Nature Walks, Wetlands Exploration and more! Find out what is on the schedule this season at Paradise Creek Nature Park!

This event is back again for Fall 2022 and there are some GREAT museums in the state of Virginia that are participating!

Coming up on September 17 in Olde Towne Portsmouth! Enjoy a day of free/discounted museums and gallery admission while you explore this historic district.

The FREE Law Enforcement Academy for youth ages 13-16 is now enrolling for their August program!

Private school programs in Portsmouth, Smithfield and Suffolk, Virginia. Please follow links or contact the school directly for their most recent updates.

Community Day from The Wesley Community Service Center includes free eye exams for youth!

The Children’s Museum of VA is reopening for public visits on Wednesday, June 9th with a special discount!

As the school year approaches and parents throughout the area (and the country) are making plans for education and activities we wanted to include this list of Alternative Options – for school, distance learning, and sports during COVID-19.

Here are some local ideas for ways to be a helper during this unprecedented time.

Calling all #757 Pokémon Fans! Don’t miss this opportunity to search for Pokémon while taking in the beauty of nature at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve!