Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun for Kids in Hampton Roads! 

Chesapeake | Hampton | Newport News | Norfolk | Portsmouth | Suffolk | Virginia Beach | Yorktown

Summer in Hampton Roads is packed with fun, free, and family-friendly activities—and we’ve rounded them all up in one easy-to-use guide! We will be adding to this list all summer. Whether you’re looking for summer camps, free events, outdoor movie nights, or splash pads, this list is here to help you plan a memorable summer with your kids and teens.

Bookmark this page and come back often—we’ll be updating it with new events and activities all summer long!

Summer Planning Starts Here!

Daily Calendar of Family Fun

Find something fun to do every day of the summer, including free family events, storytimes, festivals, and seasonal celebrations in every Hampton Roads city.

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Summer Meals for Kids

School breakfast and lunch programs do a lot to support local families. When the school year ends, many community organizations, school districts, and local libraries work together to assist local families. Find a list of locations by city where families can find meal assistance for kids this summer.

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Summer Camps for Kids & Teens

Looking for summer day camps, sports camps, STEM, art, or performing arts camps? We’ve got a HUGE list to help you find the perfect fit.

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Summer Movie Admission Specials

Catch family-friendly movies for just a few dollars—or even free! Here’s the full list of discounted summer movie programs across Hampton Roads.

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Vacation Bible Schools (VBS)

VBS programs are a wonderful (and often free) way for kids to have fun, make friends, and grow in faith.

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Summer Reading Programs

Encourage young readers with fun incentives and free books from libraries and bookstores in Hampton Roads.

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Splashpads, Waterparks & Spraygrounds

Cool off with local water play spots, including splashpads, community pools, spraygrounds and water parks. Plus, info on local discounts and which locations offer free admission!

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Museum Admission Discounts

Discover interactive museum exhibits, science centers, and learn about local history and historic preservation with this round up of limited time offers and special rates for families.

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Summer Festivals for Families

From festival food and games to live and kids activities, these festivals build community support and celebrate local culture, check out the list of can’t-miss summer festivals in Hampton Roads!

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Outdoor Concert Series

Enjoy warm summer nights with free live music at the beach, in local parks, and outdoor venues.

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Outdoor Movie Nights

Pack a picnic (don’t forget blankets and bugspray!) and watch a family film under the stars! Find out where to catch outdoor movies across the region.

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Free Things to Do With Kids

Yes, summer fun doesn’t have to cost a thing! Explore free playgrounds, events, museums, and more.

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Free & Discounted Bowling

Bowl for free this summer! Many local bowling centers offer kids bowl free programs and deals for families (including for military families on base).

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Planetarium & Stargazing Events

Explore the cosmos with local astronomy nights, planetarium shows, and stargazing events perfect for curious young minds.

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Don’t Miss a Moment of Summer Fun!

We’ve made it easy for parents to plan unforgettable days with their kids in Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Yorktown.

Share this guide with friends, bookmark it, and check back often for updates. And of course don’t forget to check our Daily Event Calendar for your local favorite events.

Have an event or program to add? Reach out—we’d love to include it! Add Events to our Community Calendar Here. Learn more about free ways you can promote your events and programs using MyActiveChild on this link.