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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities like sunflower maze, pumpkins, rubber duck water races, balloon twister and more. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Pumpkins, Corn maze, Apple picking, & Sunflowers - Enjoy a family day at the farm with homemade apple cider, cider donuts, homemade ice cream and slushies, onsite market and more.
The City of Poquoson presents the 41th Annual Poquoson Seafood Festival in Poquoson Municipal Park, 830 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. The Festival honors the Working Watermen of the Chesapeake Bay and the Rich Coastal Heritage of Poquoson. It includes […]
Enjoy pumpkins, unlimited farm-tour hayrides, the Petting Farm, TreeWalk Adventure, a huge straw pile, and plenty of fall fun for the whole family. Weekends bring even more excitement with tasty treats, a live DJ, and games!
Night Surf Fishing is an annual activity at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Anglers may fish on the wildlife refuge beach until midnight during the month of October with a Special Use Permit. This program provides a unique opportunity to […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
The C. Waldo Scott Center will be hosting another Open Center Day on Friday, October 16th from 8AM-4PM. Contact our office today to reserve a spot for your child as spots are limited! Includes a field trip to Kidcreate Studio […]
Age 0-4, Mon/Weds/Fri- 8:45am-10am While Latitude hosts climbers of all ages anytime, join us for a special weekly parent meet up and check out Boulder Babies! This is a drop in time for parents to bring their children to play […]
Come join us for a fun nature-themed Storytime! Then, take a nature walk with Ms. Chelsea outside around the Joint-Use Library building to complete a scavenger hunt and collect a special sticker! Please check the weather and dress accordingly. In […]
Come join us outside for story time in nature! At Nature Play & Storytime, we'll explore nature through stories and then have time for unstructured nature play and discovery! Cost: $15 per family Ages: 0-2 (older siblings are welcome to join) […]
FRIDAY 9/25 - SUNDAY 11/1 SUNDAY THURSDAY 9 AM - 6PM / FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9 AM-10 PM FREE Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch No Entry Fee for Farm Various Vendors Throughout the Season $8 Wristband for Kids Includes: Playground […]
Community: City of Hampton enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for young children ages 5 and under. siblings of all ages are always welcome!
Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]
It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! Cozy up for a spellbinding movie filled with mischief, laughs, and some spooky-season fun. This film is rated PG and has a runtime of 95 minutes.
A special play time just for the little ones! One parent jumps free with a paid child. Age 5 and under$20*only 1 parent is free with 1 toddler additional toddlers $10 each
Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.
A hands-on, interactive, and immersive “museum on wheels,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many, One” is housed in an expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond, in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the […]
Step aboard to learn America's story! A hands-on, interactive, and immersive “museum on wheels,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many, One” is housed in an expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond, in commemoration […]
Scare your friends with a spooky Halloween selfie by snapping a photo using our props and backdrops. SAY "BOO!"
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, […]
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) and their caregivers. Family Storytime is geared for birth through 5.
Get those fingers working! Build eye/hand coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features 60 minutes of fun songs, playful movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents.
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations. (Preschoolers, Ages 3-5) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for […]
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3)
1-2-3 Play With Me is an exciting interactive playgroup for kids ages 1-4 and their parents or caregivers. This fun-filled program includes cool activity centers, an art station, and a whole lot more. The creative hands-on program builds cognitive, social, […]
Toddler Time is an engaging program centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the event, we will have crafting and free play time.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents.
Tuesday-Sunday, September 29-November 1, 11 am-8 pm. Rides $1 cash, Closed Monday Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel! Operated by the Hampton […]
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a walker, NSA HR – Portsmouth MWR Fitness’s Pink Ribbon Run 5K welcomes participants to come together for a great cause. Join us at Riverview Fitness Center on Friday, October 16 […]
BYO T-Shirt and we will add our "screaming" fun Pretlow Halloween design! PLEASE NOTE: Design will be in black, please plan shirt accordingly (do not bring a black shirt).
When the English colonists arrived in the New World in 1607, they faced significant hardship including the Starving Time of 1609. The drama and humanity of early Virginia settlement often distracts from the other important colonizers—livestock. Cows, chickens, pigs, honeybees […]
Must have a Norfolk Recreation Membership to join We’re back! Homeschool Recreation at Titustown returns Friday, Sept. 4! Join us every Friday from 1–2 p.m. for interactive games, fitness activities, and skill‑building fun. Keep kids moving, laughing and learning, all […]
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore some dynamic history of Fort Monroe to discover "Freedom's Fortress." Tour forms at the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center Plaza - 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA 23651. Approximately 1/2 […]
Historic Suffolk Narrated Bus Tour Suffolk's rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk's legacy through our historic homes and […]
High Schoolers play for free Monday-Friday 3-5pm Kids 12 and Under with paying adult play free $5 pool for kids 13 to 17
Come and join our Crafty Book Fridays where we will have a Storytime based on a popular book, book series, or author followed by a themed craft. Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Explore different cultures through food, story, play, and crafts. Celebrate local cultures and their heritage, one month at a time! September: Spanish October: Tagalog November: Arabic December: Russian
Welcome to the second installment in the teen Sewing Skills series, just in time for Spooky Season! We will be learning how to create and transfer stitch designs to fabric and apply new, essential stitch types to your very own […]
FREE Friday, October 16th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm (1 day workshop) We are so excited for this annual AWARE Exhibition at the VB Art Center! This year's theme is: 'Love Our Earth'. This exhibition has challenged artists to create art that […]
Explore interactive habitats and ecosystems around the world; featuring hands-on games, puzzles, photo opportunities, music, and more...
Bring your deck and get ready to battle. Gundam TCG Night is every Friday from 4PM-7PM! Gamers play in a constructed deck format and prizes are available for the winners. Entry fee is $5 per player. Good luck and see […]
Bring your young reader and meet members of the ODU community for a read-aloud story hour and activity.
Check our online calendar for dreadfully delightful events in this frightfully fun month!
Designed for struggling readers, kids can read to non-judgemental therapy dogs to develop confidence in their reading skill
Looking for a fun and safe place to take the kiddos around for a trunk or treat? Come out to USCG Base Portsmouth for a fun time! While you are there stop by the USO tent for yummy treats and […]
Have a fun night with JEB Little Creek MWR Community Recreation at our Family Fun Night on Friday at 5 PM in the Library. Get some relief from the heat with a night indoors with fun puzzles for the whole […]
Parents are you in need of a date night, or just some time of relaxation? Well, Parent's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night of fun […]
Parents are you in need of a date night, or just some time to relax kid free? Well, Parent's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night […]
Parents are you in need of a date night, or just some time to relax kid free? Well, Parent's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night […]
Parents do you need some time for yourself or a date night and someone to take care of the kids, we got you covered! Come to Seatack recreation where your kids can be safe, have fun, do craft, game activities […]
Bring out your RWD drift cars and come have some fun on our indoor upstairs indoor RC drift track. $10 track fee for all day slides. Every Friday.
Parents, do you need some time for yourself or a date night and someone to take care of the kids, we got you covered! Come to Seatack recreation where your kids can be safe, have fun, do craft, game activities […]
Age K-5th $5 Get ready for a spooktacular night of Halloween fun! Kids are invited to wear their favorite costumes and enjoy an evening filled with pumpkin painting, festive games, crafts, music, and tasty treats while parents enjoy a night […]
Spooktacular Parent's Night Out Get ready for a spooktacular evening-kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to wear costumes and enjoy pumpkin painting, festive games, crafts, music, and tasty treats while parents enjoy a night out. Registration is required; […]
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Friday Magic: The Gathering Open Play at 5:00pm
Halloween BASH at the MAC — with Grafton High School SpiritFriday, October 16 | 6–8:30 PM | McReynolds Sports ComplexNEW: Sensory Friendly: 5:30-6:00 pmFree & open to the public | Recommended for ages 2–12 York County Parks & Recreation is […]
This is a one and done pottery wheel experience. It’s great if you want to try pottery on the wheel without committing to a longer class. ~The class is completed in 1-hour in 1-day on the wheel. You’ll pick a […]
St.Luke’s Historic Church and Museum in Smithfield is offering a family friendly Twilight Cemetery Tour on October 16th at 6 pm. Tickets must be purchased in advance at stlukesmuseum.org.
All Ages Get creative this fall! Paint, decorate, and take home your very own pumpkin while enjoying popcorn and family-friendly fun. All ages are welcomed to participate. Registration is required for all participants. $o
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
Step into the world of ACOTAR for an after-hours evening of fantasy-inspired activities, crafts, discussions, and magical fun. Perfect for teens and adults ready to embrace the lore of Prythian!
Wicked fun under the sea! Dress up in costume and enjoy the spirit of Halloween with costumed SCUBA divers, spooky science experiments, bubble magic, and underwater surprises. Cap off the night with a family-friendly costume parade hosted by a DJ […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic chip and dip serving tray from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size […]
Join us for the 4th annual Next Generation Storytellers Film Festival & Awards Ceremony Do you love movies and want to see our students' talents shine on the big screen? Mark your calendars for the Next Generation Storytellers' Film Festival, […]
Youth Coed Ages 8 to 18 6-8PM FRIDAYS Friday nights Girls Only - First Friday of the Month $10.00 per player, pay at the door Weekly indoor skill training info available under Classes.
Halloween BASH at the MAC — with Grafton High School SpiritFriday, October 16 | 6–8:30 PM | McReynolds Sports ComplexNEW: Sensory Friendly: 5:30-6:00 pmFree & open to the public | Recommended for ages 2–12 York County Parks & Recreation is […]
Guitar Jam is held every Friday from 6-9 p.m. at Fox Hill Neighborhood Center, 65 Hall Road in Hampton. Bring your favorite instruments and participate, or just listen and dance! All are welcome to attend and bring snacks. There is […]
Fort Monroe and NASA Skywatchers are sponsoring a FREE Star Party, at the North end of the air strip across from the Paradise Club, near the Colonies RV & Travel Park. Local amateur Astronomers will be on site with their […]
This October, Outdoors at the Center returns with more local music, local art, and more! Friday, October 16, 2026 Dancing Through the Decades 6 PM DJ Spinning Hits from 50s through 00’s Faces of Suffolk Next Mural Installment Announcement & Concept […]
Dancing Through the Decades Dancing Through the Decades 6 PM DJ Spinning Hits from 50s through 00's Faces of Suffolk Next Mural Installment Announcement & Concept Unveiling Food Truck Decades Costume Contest Artist Demos Free and open to the public!
Town Center presents "Movies in the Plaza," a series of free outdoor movie screenings Saturday nights at sunset in September and October. The films will be presented on a large outdoor screen in the recessed area of the Town Center Fountain […]
Peninsula Silent Dinner: SweetFrog Silent dinner - no speaking, ASL only! All ages and levels welcome
Yorktown, join us for a spine-chilling clean at this year’s Tunnel of Terror Event! Brave the wash and leave with a car that’s hauntingly spotless. Too excited for the fun and fright? Buy your ticket ahead of the event by […]
Our Halloween Glow in the Park is a treat for all ages. Climb, zip, and swing beneath glowing lights while Halloween favorites echo through the trees. Kids get a night they’ll talk about all spooky season. Grown-ups too! Costumes encouraged. […]
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IT’S FALL FESTIVAL TIME! Mark your calendars and bring the whole family because we’re getting ready for an evening full of fall fun, Halloween excitement, and family memories! Friday, October 16 | 6:30–8:00 PM Hampton Family YMCA Come dressed in […]
Meet staff in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about the owls who call the Garden home before going on an exclusive, after-hours sunset tour! Recommended for children ages 3+ with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required […]
Join the NSN Aquatics Team for a swim and a free showing of the movie Coco on October 16, 2026! Doors open at 6:30pm at BLDG FRP-12 Indoor Pool, and the movie will start at sundown. This event is FREE […]
Join us for our weekly One Piece Card Game tournament! Important: You must still apply for the event through the Bandai TCG+ app to be added to the tournament. However, you can pay for your entry in advance to skip […]
Get a taste of the physical and mental challenges of Olympic fencing with an introductory class! This one-hour class covers: a brief history of fencing as an Olympic sport the safety rules and about the protective equipment basic fencing stance […]
Get excited because twice a month we'll have book club meetings for the teen readers! Not sure what to do during your summer vacation? Join us at Barnes & Noble Lynnhaven for Book Club! We'll read an array of genres […]
October 16 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and October 24 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Do you think space is cool? In The Pretty Cool Space Movie, you will be taken on a galactic cruise across our universe. You will […]
The journey to 2031 is ON - and it's time to celebrate! Kick off Yorktown's Victory Weekend in style with a patriotic concert featuring certified Platinum country artist Michael Ray, live at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 16, at Riverwalk […]
Suessical Susan S. Goode Fine & Performing Arts Performance Dates: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7pm Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 2pm Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 2pm Friday, October 16, 2026 at 7pm Saturday, October 17, 2026 at […]
Drop off event that's just for kids and they must be between 5 and 11 years old. Everyone will do a few artsy projects. We'll have some popcorn, pizza rolls, and a bottle of water. We'll play some games and […]
WHODUNIT MYSTERY SHOW at FFX Theatre 🔍 Solve the crime. Play the part. Laugh the whole way through. Mystery, comedy & surprises — a must-do for all ages. 50'S DINER, SHAKE, RATTLE, & ROLL OVER DEAD The big TV Studio […]
Freedom isn't just celebrated, it's experienced in Yorktown! Join us October 16–19 in Historic Yorktown for Victory Weekend, a patriotic celebration honoring the pivotal 1781 Victory at Yorktown that secured America's independence. Kick off the weekend with a patriotic concert […]
Join us for our Friday Night MTG: Pauper Think you can dominate on a budget? Join us every week for Magic: The Gathering Pauper, one of the most skill-testing formats in the game! Entry Fee: $5 Event Structure Swiss rounds […]
Radio Recall blends the raw energy of your favorite rock anthems and acoustic ballads with storytelling that only Broadway veterans Aaron LaVigne and Jenna Rubaii can deliver. These powerhouse vocalists met while starring as Jesus and Mary […]
Join us every Friday night from 7:30-9:30 pm for open gym, available to members and nonmembers ages 5 and up! $15 per person, registration is available through our portal.
$9.00 Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity: Medium-High Music Sound Level: Medium-High Strobe Lights: Yes
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Friday Final Fantasy at 8:00pm
The Haunted Norfolk Tour will walk you through some of Downtown's otherworldly-histories; from ghost stories and real life tragedies, to experiments from another dimension. We’ll crawl the depths of Norfolk and explore all the spooky charm it has to offer. […]
The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]
October 2 - 18 Fridays and Saturdays 8 pm, Sundays 2:30 pm 1939 Hollywood is abuzz. Legendary producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of his new epic, Gone with the Wind, a film adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s novel. The […]
Date: October 2 - October 25, 2026 Time: Fridays and Saturday at 8:00 pm. Sundays at 2:30 pm. Set in Alabama in 1934, Harper Lee’s enduring story of racial injustice and childhood innocence centers on one of the most venerated characters […]
High school and Adult Players start off strong by coming to our Wednesday and Friday Night Pickup Soccer at the Plex!! Teams and Free agents welcomed, just pay at the desk and play! $15 5 minute game rotation winner stays […]