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Photos with the Bunny at Greenbrier Mall (Chesapeake)

Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Greenbrier Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every […]

Photos with the Bunny at Lynnhaven Mall (Virginia Beach)

Get dressed in your Easter best and hop on by for a spring-tacular photo session with the adorable Easter Bunny. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every hour on the hour, kids can dance along […]

Photos with the Bunny at Patrick Henry Mall (Newport News)

Book your family's Easter Bunny photos at Patrick Henry Mall! Professional spring pictures and Bunny portraits are available in Center Court from March 13 through April 4. Perfect for cards and gifts! Schedule your time slot for only $20; no […]

Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 (Virginia Beach)

Celebrate Spring with Our Sister City, Miyazaki, Japan! Join us for a week-long celebration of cherry blossoms, Japanese culture, music, and art at Red Wing Park! Experience breathtaking floral beauty, cultural performances, martial arts demonstrations, and hands-on activities for the […]

Free

Easter Bunny Photo at Bass Pro Shops (Hampton)

Join us at Bass Pro Shops for a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Families are invited to capture the moment with a free photo with the Easter Bunny and kids will receive a free gift while supplies last. Registration […]

Mermaid Fun with Girl Scouts (Hampton Roads)

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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
Ongoing

Virginia Aquarium Dolphin Watching Boat Tour (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

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Combined Rhyme Time at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]

Combined Preschool Storytime at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required. […]

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Toddler Open Play at Oceanfront Area Library (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 […]

3s Please Storytime at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available […]

FIT4MOM Easter Egg Rescue at Mount Trashmore (Virginia Beach)

Playgroup: Easter Egg Rescue Mission! Get ready for an egg-citing challenge! After class at 10:30 AM, we’ll be going on an Easter Egg Rescue Mission! Our little ones will work to rescue Easter eggs from tape and other fun obstacles […]

Free

Babygarten at Lafayette Branch Library (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)  

Toddler Time at Pretlow Library (Norfolk)

Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for events geared towards the whole family). Tickets will be available one week before […]

Combined Preschool Storytime at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is not […]

Smart Art – Homeschool Weekly Class (5-12 Years) at Kidcreate Studio (Newport News)

Smart Art with Kidcreate Studio (5-12 years) Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll […]

STEAM: Foolin’ Around! at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Ages 4-5 join us for early learning fun with a focus on STEAM elements as we explore picture books and create hands-on book-based art, science, and math activities for your preschooler. Separate registration is required for each date. In honor […]

Mini Monets at Downtown Branch at Slover (Norfolk)

Unleash your child’s inner artist with Mini Monets, a monthly library program that introduces kids to the world of art each month, spotlighting a famous artist style. Children will get to recreate a masterpiece. It’s the perfect blend of art […]

Dungeons & Dragons: Intermediate at North Suffolk Library (Suffolk)

Ready to take on the demogorgon and fight the mouthbreathers? Meet new people and forge your own collective stories with them. Our intermediate Dungeons & Dragons group is a mini campaign series where your character will continue on missions between […]

Create Your Own Reading Journal at Main Street Library (Newport News)

Calling all teen readers and creatives! In this hands-on program, design and personalize your very own reading journal to track books, jot down reflections, and capture favorite quotes. For ages 12-17. Registration is required and will begin Wednesday, March 18, […]

Trunk Hop (Chesapeake)

We’re Hopping Into Trunk Hop!   Texas Roadhouse – Chesapeake on Wednesday, April 1st from 4pm–7pm! Join us for an afternoon filled with:- Decorated Trunks with candy- Local Vendors & Businesses- Bounce House- Games & Activities- *FREE Kids MealsBring the kids, […]

Sunset Babygarten at Pretlow Library (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) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for […]

Kids: Make a Theme Song at the Apple Store (Virginia Beach)

Create a theme song for a favorite show, book, or game using GarageBand on iPad. We’ll cover rhythm basics, and kids will experiment with drums, add prerecorded loops, and remix their theme song. Bring your iPad or we’ll provide one. Recommended for ages 8–12. For sessions […]

Free

Moonrise Forest Circle (Chesapeake)

Moonrise Forest Circle is a monthly forest school gathering for all families. Through circle time, moon stories, creative activities, and a moonlit walk in the forest at the closing of class, children explore the full moon and its seasonal names […]

Smart Art – Homeschool Weekly Class (5-12 Years) at Kidcreate Studio (Newport News)

Smart Art with Kidcreate Studio (5-12 years) Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll […]

Smart Art – Homeschool Weekly Class (5-12 Years) at Kidcreate Studio (Newport News)

Smart Art with Kidcreate Studio (5-12 years) Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll […]

Smart Art – Homeschool Weekly Class (5-12 Years) at Kidcreate Studio (Newport News)

Smart Art with Kidcreate Studio (5-12 years) Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll […]