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Mermaid Fun with Girl Scouts (Hampton Roads)

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Multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads Hampton Roads, VA

Calling All Little Mermaids! You’re invited to a FREE underwater adventure at GSCCC's Dive into Daisies event. Discover the magic of friendship and the fun of Girl Scouts.

Free

Month of the Military Child at Nauticus (Norfolk)

Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk

In honor of Month of the Military Child, Nauticus proudly celebrates the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military children and their families throughout our community. Throughout April, we invite military families to enjoy a special opportunity to explore, learn, and […]

Spring Break SK8 Pass at Sk8 House (Virginia Beach)

SK8 House Virginia Beach 600 South Lynnhaven Road, Suite 100, Virginia Beach

Spring Break starts this Friday, April 3rd through Sunday, April 12th!!!SPECIAL | Spring Break SK8 Pass- Unlimited Roller Skating 4/3-4/12- Available for ALL AGES- SK8 rentals includedFor ONLY $20 + tax *Available for in-person purchase starting 4/3/26*Additional discounts do not apply

Spring Break Kit with Suffolk Public Library (Suffolk)

Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington Street, Suffolk +1 more

Enjoy a variety of fun activities with Suffolk Public Library's Spring Break Kit! Kits include activities geared toward ages 5 and older and with caregiver involvement for those younger. For families. Spring Break kits can be picked up April 6-18 during […]

Teen Explorer Kit (Suffolk)

North Suffolk Library 2000 Bennets Creek Park Road, Suffolk +1 more

Looking for a fun way to spend your spring break? Look to the Teen Explorer Kit! How does it work? Pick up a kit and check off activities as you finish each one. These tasks can be accomplished at home, […]

The Little Farmers Class Series at Cullipher Farm (Virginia Beach)

Cullipher Farm 772 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach

The Little Farmers Spring Break Class Series at Cullipher Farm! Tuesday: Little Farmers Classes: Udderly Amazing Animals - April 7th at 9am Come meet our herd! In this fun, hands-on farm lesson, your child will discover the amazing world of […]

$8.00

The Z Fringe Festival (Virginia Beach)

Zeiders American Dream Theater 4509 Commerce Street, Virginia Beach

The Z Fringe Festival, April  10-12, 2026 is 3 days of self-produced, performance-based works in the Main Stage and Studio with ticket proceeds for each show going back to the producing artist. Performance submissions are open to works of any […]

Free

Tour of Newport News (Newport News)

The Tour of Newport News is a 3 day, 5 race event that takes place in Newport News, Virginia. What began in 2022 as a single criterium has since expanded to include 4 unique events that together make up the […]

Ongoing

Virginia Aquarium Dolphin Watching Boat Tour (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly ride on the Atlantic Explorer to see bottlenose dolphins and other coastal Virginia animals like seabirds, sea turtles, and more. Guests will join the Aquarium's knowledgeable educators on board to learn about their unique sightings while […]

$30

Spring Break Camp at My Gym (Virginia Beach)

My Gym Virginia Beach 1554 Laskin Road #118, Virginia Beach

Join your favorite My Gym staff for games, relays, adventures, crafts and FUN!!! SNACK INCLUDED! Each child MUST HAVE a refillable water bottle.  If providing your own snack we are a NUT FREE Gym.  We do provide Gluten Free and […]

Little Brushes Kids Camp at Pinot’s Palette: Rockin Rhino (Norfolk)

Pinot's Palette 240 W 21st Street, Norfolk

Little Brushes Kids Camp - Come join the fun!! Register for the week ($225) or single days ($45). 9am-12noon There's no rule that says you have to follow the artist's steps. It's your art, so paint it however you like! […]

$45

Spring Break Ninja Camp at USA Ninja (Chesapeake)

USA Ninja Challenge - Chesapeake 4207 Portsmouth Blvd Suite B, Chesapeake

Spring Break Camp- Choose 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days at $40 per day or $190 for the week! ($35/day $165/week for members) USA Ninja Challenge offers exciting day camp experiences! Our camp program focuses on building confidence through […]

$40

Spring Break Ninja Camp at USA Ninja Greenbrier (Chesapeake)

USA Ninja Challenge Greenbrier 905 Live Oak Drive, Chesapeake

Spring Break Camp- Choose 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days at $40 per day or $190 for the week! ($35/day $165/week for members) USA Ninja Challenge offers exciting day camp experiences! Our camp program focuses on building confidence through […]

$40

Spring Break Camp at Peninsula SPCA (Newport News)

Peninsula SPCA 523 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News

Spring Break Camp Registration is now OPEN! Make some fun crafts and enjoy time with and learn about shelter pets, Humane Ed animals, and petting zoo animals! Half Day Camps: April 6-10, 9am-12pm Grades 2nd-5th, $40 a day Questions? Please […]

3D Modeling Basics One Day Camp at Code Ninjas (Chesapeake)

Code Ninjas Ches. 561 Cedar Rd #4, Chesapeake

Perfect for kids eager to explore their creativity, this camp offers a hands-on journey into designing and bringing ideas to life using Tinkercad. Ninjas will code and print their own custom models, including fun and functional items like bubble wands […]

$85

Spring Break Camp at the JCC (Virginia Beach)

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Simon Family Jewish Community Center 5000 Corporate Woods Dr,, Virginia Beach

Designed for children in kindergarten through fifth grade, each day is filled with creativity, adventure, and connection through arts and crafts, sports, games, gaga, and free swim with friends.

Spring Break Fashion Camp (Virginia Beach)

The Fashion Class 1556 Laskin Rd #144, Virginia Beach

Have a child who’s crazy for sketching imaginative outfits? Turn their dream into reality with our sewing and design day camp that’s filled with fashion! The Fashion Class makes learning to sew easy: all supplies are included in the camp […]

$100

Baby Bubbles Storytime at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA an hour of stories, songs, and sensory play. ages 0 - 2; guardian must attend. two sessions are available. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

Family Storytime at Northampton Branch Library (Hampton)

Northampton Branch Library 936 Big Bethel Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-2 years. siblings of all ages are always welcome! Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16916915985573240579

Baby Open Play at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

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 […]

Baby Open Play at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

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 traditionally structured program. Ages 6 to […]

Baby Open Play at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

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 […]

Friday Morning Movie at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Start your morning off by watching this sequel to Zootopia. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 108 minutes.

Theatre in the Park at Mill Point Park (Newport News)

Mill Point Park 100 Eaton Street, Hampton

Theatre in the Park is HERE! Get ready for a day full of FREE family fun! Bring your energy, your friends, and your lawn chairs—it’s going to be a great time in the park! April 10 10:00 AM – 2:00 […]

Teen Art Games Field Trip at Portsmouth Main Library (Portsmouth)

Portsmouth Main Library 601 Court Street, Portsmouth

Come with us on an art adventure! We will meet at 10 am on Friday, April 10th, and depart for Norfolk at 10:30 am. We will explore the Pagoda and Glass Light Hotel for art inspiration, then go to the […]

Collecting Is Cool! at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Do you love collecting? Have you ever wanted to meet other kids who love collecting too? Bring your collection to Kempsville, build a display box, learn more about collecting, and get the chance to display your collection in the Kempsville […]

Babygarten at Downtown Branch at Slover (Norfolk)

The Slover / Downtown Branch Library 235 E. Plume Street, Norfolk

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. (Babies, Ages 0-2)

Family Crafts at Northampton Branch Library (Hampton)

Northampton Branch Library 936 Big Bethel Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA get crafty after storytime! join us the second friday every month after family storytime for a fun family craft. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16916915985573240579

Babygarten at Barron F. Black Library (Norfolk)

Barron F. Black Branch, Norfolk Public Library 6700 East Tanners Creek Drive, Norfolk

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. (Babies & Toddlers, Ages 0-3)

Baby Bubbles Storytime at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA an hour of stories, songs, and sensory play. ages 0 - 2; guardian must attend. two sessions are available. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

Spring Training Skill Series Clinic: Hitting at Grand Slam 2 (Chesapeake)

Grand Slam 2 237 S Battlefield Blvd Suite 14G, Chesapeake

Get ready for the season with our comprehensive Spring Training Skill Series Clinics! Whether you are still preparing for games or just have something you'd like to work on, these clinics are a great option. Each session is limited to […]

$30

Lunch & More at Morgan Memorial Library (Suffolk)

Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington Street, Suffolk

Visitors under 18 are invited to explore, create and play daily activities and games while also enjoying a complimentary lunch at our Morgan Memorial Library. Lunch will be provided on a first come first serve basis.

Youth Sports Clinic at Bow Creek Recreation Center (Virginia Beach)

Bow Creek Recreation Center 3427 Club House Rd, Virginia Beach

Is your child looking to learn basic rules of all different sports while keeping it fun, inclusive and safe? This 3 hour clinic will teach your child the basics of a number of sports from passing, dribbling, kicking and communication […]

Model Railroad Museum Buildout (Norfolk)

Model Railroad Museum Buildout (Norfolk)
MacArthur Center 300 Monticello Ave,, Norfolk, VA

The Museum is actively under development! We are working hard to create an exciting experience in model railroading for you. We currently have 10 operational layouts in all the major scales, a locomotive race track, and a Carrera race car […]

Free

Spring Break Kids Craft at Ikea (Norfolk)

Ikea Norfolk 1500 Ikea Way, Norfolk

A spring break self-led craft for kids and parents. Each day is a different craft from the other days.

Free

Spring Break Foam Party at Bergey’s Barnyard (Chesapeake)

Bergey's Breadbasket / Bergey's Barnyard 2207 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Chesapeake

Dates announced for Spring break @bergeysbarnyard! Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 1-5pm. The 9th, 10th and 11th. Come out, bring some towels and dry clothes for the kids as well as ice cream money! Entry to foam area is included in […]

Rainbow Slime at Janaf Branch Library (Norfolk)

Janaf Branch, Norfolk Public Library VA

It’s slime time! Make your own colorful slime creation. Register by calling Janaf Branch Library at 757-441-5660 or visiting the branch.

WYO Meet the Instruments at James City County Library (Williamsburg)

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg

Join musicians from the Williamsburg Youth Orchestra for a fun, interactive program where kids can explore a variety of musical instruments! Get up close with strings, winds, and brass, and discover the joy of making music.

Free

Crafternoons at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults. Registration is not required.

Community Clay Pop-Up with RACC at 757 Creative Reuse Center (Norfolk)

757 Creative Reuse Center MacArthur Center 3000 Monticello Ave, Norfolk

Come play with clay with Rebel Arts Creative Community!Rebel Arts Creative Community invites you to bring a friend and get to know fellow Norfolk creatives while playing with clay at their Open Studio-style tables (clay and tools will be provided). […]

Once Upon A Prom – Bayside (Virginia Beach)

Once Upon A Prom – Bayside
Bayside Recreation Center 4500 First Court Road, Virginia Beach

Guess what-- Prom's back! Bayside Recreation Center invites high school students to a Prom Dress Giveaway where you can choose a dress that fits your unique style—completely FREE of charge. More than 300 dresses have been donated just for you. […]

TUNES & TALES! at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

TUNES & TALES! brings the art of storytelling through words and music to everyone! This interactive musical program tells the story of Mozarts opera, The Magic Flute, in a condensed, simple way so kids can learn about the power of […]

Sip & Paint (Ages 10+) at Indian River Family YMCA (Virginia Beach)

Indian River Family YMCA 5660 Indian River Road Ste 120, Virginia Beach

Member Price One Time: $35.00 Non-Member Price One Time: $60.00 April showers bring May flowers in this fun canvas painting activity. Bring a beverage and explore your inner artist with your friends while creating a masterpiece and memories.

Military Families: Sensory Movie Night at Main Gate Movies (Norfolk)

Main Gate Movies 1500 Mall Drive, Norfolk

Lights up, volume down! Enjoy a sensory movie night with NAVSTA Norfolk MWR Community Recreation on Friday, April 10 from 5 to 7 PM at Main Gate Movie Theater. This will be a family-friendly movie experience designed for sensory comfort. […]

Penny’s Treehouse Triumph by Kim Ellis & Mary Hladio at Barnes & Noble (Hampton)

Barnes & Noble Hampton 5100 Kilgore Ave, Hampton

Penny's Treehouse Triumph is a heartwarming story about creativity, resilience, and the power of planning. With help from her friends, Penny discovers that building something great takes more than just an idea-it takes teamwork, problem-solving, and a little bit of […]

Youth Paint & Sip (Suffolk)

Cypress Park Pool 2001 Arizona Ave, Suffolk

Looking for a fun, creative way to spend time outdoors? Come hang out with us for a Youth Paint & Sip event! Participants will enjoy painting their own masterpiece while sipping on refreshing drinks in a relaxed, outdoor setting. No […]

Sunburst Beauty Pageant at Hampton Inn And Suites Battlefield (Chesapeake)

Hampton Inn And Suites Battlefield 1421 Battlefield Blvd N,, Chesapeake

Big Smiles. Bright lights. Beautiful Confidence! Join us for a magical day where every contestant shines! Perfect for beginners! No experience necessary. You are invited to come shine on stage, express yourself and build self confidence in a supportive environment. […]

Paint and Paws at Cups and Claws Cat Cafe (Newport News)

Cups and Claws Cat Cafe Newport News 11006 Warwick Blvd Suite 458, Newport News

EVENT all ages13-61 Years Old Prices for Friday, April 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Prices include fees. Be Gentle! Do not hit, pinch, scare, squeeze, or otherwise harass any animals. Cats can be scared easily! Do not run in any way, […]

Mermaids at the Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

Mermaids
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach

April 9, 10, 11 | 6:00pm-8:30pm. Members $35 | Non-Members $43. Member Tickets On Sale March 9 | Public Tickets On Sale March 11. Dive into a mer-magical night at the Virginia Aquarium! Meet mermaids and come face-to-face with a […]

$43

Murder Mystery Dinner at The Granby Theatre (Norfolk)

Granby Theater 421 Granby Street, Norfolk

Join us at The Granby Theater for a night of adventure! Come enjoy dinner and spirits as you try to solve who the murderer really! It’s the end of the road for the legendary Punk band, Low T and The […]

$50

Constellations at ODU (Norfolk)

Constellations at ODU (Norfolk)
Goode Theatre at ODU 4601 Monarch Way, Norfolk

Constellations by Nick Payne, directed by guest director Melissa Mowry, is a luminous, intimate love story told across infinite possibilities. When a physicist and a beekeeper meet, their relationship unfolds again and again—each version shaped by the smallest choices, each revealing […]

The Muse Neighborhood Jam (Norfolk)

The Muse Neighborhood Jam (Norfolk)
The Muse Writer's Center 2200 Colonial Ave. Suite #3, Norfolk

Hey neighbors and music lovers! Get ready to tune up your instruments and warm up your vocal cords—Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and create music in a fun, welcoming […]

Club Air at Get Air (Virginia Beach)

Club Air at Get Air (Virginia Beach)
Get Air Trampoline Park VB 701 Lynnhaven Pkwy, Virginia Beach

Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years […]

VWU Spring Musical: AVENUE Q [parental discretion advised](Virginia Beach)

Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center Virginia Wesleyan University 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach

Production dates and times: April 9 through April 11 at 7:30 p.m.;  April 12 at 2 p.m. AVENUE Q is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20- somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose in […]

40 Whacks: the Nightmare of Lizzie Borden at Hunter House Victorian Museum (Norfolk)

Hunter House Victorian Museum 240 W. Freemason St., Norfolk

BUY Tickets Here In the extremely intimate setting of the historic Hunter House Victorian Museum (Norfolk, VA), Core Theatre Ensemble will showcase their award winning production like never before. The Lizzie Borden murder case captivated the nation over one hundred […]

Trouble, Struggle, Bubble & Squeak (Norfolk)

Robin Hixon Theatre 440 Bank St.,, Norfolk

Edinburgh Fringe favorite Victoria Melody returns to Virginia Arts Festival after her successful wildly witty tale Major Tom. Who really shapes history? While spending weekends with a historical re-enactment society, award-winning theatre maker and “Fringe legend” (Time Out) Victoria Melody uncovered […]