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Discover maps, artifacts, dioramas, colonial-era documents, fashion, and a battle timeline showcased in the Wallace History Room! Come explore the fascinating history they have uncovered for you! Visit the Wallace Memorial History Room on the second floor of Central Library. […]
Your passport to togetherness, fun and new friends! Enjoy some exciting, hands-on activities and games including “try-it” experiences that help introduce families to Girl Scouts.
World-class Workshops ✅ Spectacular Performances ✅ Social Dancing until 4am Fri/Sat & Midnight Sun ✅ First-ever Competition PUNTA’L PIE Qualifier! 🏆 🌍 Judges from around the world bringing international standards to Virginia Beach. 👯 Kids are welcome to compete! (Note: […]
Experience the Galaxy: The Mandalorian & Grogu Red Carpet Weekend at Cinema Cafe Join us from May 21st to May 25th for an unforgettable cinematic celebration! The bond between the lone bounty hunter and his small, powerful companion has captured […]
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 […]
Join Us for Storytime at the Farm! Cozy up with a towel or blanket in the Visiting Pen and meet some of our furry farm friends while enjoying fun, interactive stories. Each Tuesday at 11am.
Destress to be your best! Display your artistic talents in the Library's Tiny Art Show! Pick up a mini canvas at your local branch and then create your masterpiece. When completed, return it to your library so it can be […]
The mission of the Patriotic Festival is to honor and celebrate all branches of our Armed Forces and promote Patriotism. With the US Navy support and the steadfast support of our Corporate Sponsors and Artists, the Patriotic Festival is the […]
Oh Yes! It's coming! Summer, graduations, weddings and vacations! But not before the Bodacious Bazaar, where there is something for everyone! 250 quality Vendors, Artists, Crafters, local businesses, wonderful Virginia Wineries and Distilleries all waiting just for you! Tickets Available […]
Unfortunately, the MacArthur Center will be closing later this year. Our lease will be up on June 27. So we will be in the process of moving almost everything into storage until we can find a new location. This website […]
Join us as we come together for a weekend of unity, culture and celebration at the 34th Annual Umoja Festival – a beloved tradition on the Portsmouth Waterfront! “Umoja” means unity in Kiswahili, and that spirit shines bright throughout this […]
Friday, May 22-Sunday, May 24 | 7:30 p.m. 17th, 24th, and 31st Street Parks FREE and open to the public Kick off your summer of fun with the Memorial Day Weekend Salute to Summer! Free concerts at 17th Street Park, […]
The Virginia Beach Surf Art Expo has evolved over the years as a very unique surf art show with great sales for artists who return year after year. Our purpose is to promote the art of surfing and the beach […]
The 23rd Annual Coastal Edge Steel Pier Classic, presented by Katin, is on May 23-25 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, featuring a World Surf League (WSL) LQS1000 longboard competition 2026 Key Events & Schedule Coastal Edge Steel Pier Classic Surfing May […]
Stop by the showroom and snap a pic!
Norfolk Anime-Fest is an anime collectors’ mecca convention located in the beautiful City of Norfolk, Virginia. Norfolk Anime-Fest is an anime collectors’ mecca convention located in the beautiful City of Norfolk, Virginia. Striving to be Virginia's best and truest anime […]
This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the […]
Take a day to design and create your own glass flowers. First, learn to shape clear glass parts of a flower. Then, assemble those parts into a whole botanical. Once you learn the mechanics of the form, you can design […]
Children ages 5 are invited to create a beaded bracelet to keep or share!
Participants (age 15+) are trained physically and mentally for the most common threats to their safety from simple grabs to complex strangulation scenarios. This course is paramount to creating a community of women and girls who know they are worth […]
Experience the Waterway Market at Great Bridge Village, a vibrant community market located along the Intracoastal Waterway. https://www.cityofchesapeake.net/calendar.aspx?EID=7152
Kick off your summer at IKEA! Bring the kids and “Take a Hike”! Follow the trail through your IKEA store to find the clues and solve the puzzle.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the “Gibraltar of the Chesapeake” in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing […]
Cryptids • Legends • Curiosities Step into a world of mystery and folklore at the Myths & Monsters Market, where legends come to life and strange creatures lurk around every corner. Join us for a one-of-a-kind market featuring artists, makers, […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic berry bowl from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. […]
Operation Throw & Grow is baaack! We’re throwing down with - Live music with 7 Vibe Syndicate Axe throwing Dunk tank Cornhole tournament Raffles + vendors Cannatrol will be there and has graciously donated a unit to the raffle and that raffle is live! […]
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 […]
These clinics are for participants interested in improving their stroke techniques. Participants must be comfortable swimming one length of the pool (25 meters/yards) demonstrating some knowledge of the specified stroke and a rhythmic breathing pattern. Additionally, swimmers must be comfortable […]
Create your own resin on glass masterpiece.Tiffany will guide you through the process of choosing and designing your creation. All necessary supplies to complete this project are provided. You can and are encouraged to bring shells, pebbles, broken jewelry pieces, […]
Come in-store for a fun and free event! Learn all about junk journaling and why Michaels has everything you need for this fun analog hobby. Even make a small junk journal of your very own. 13+ years old
JUMP & PLAY SUMMER KICK OFF POSH PLAY BLISS BOUNCE HOUSES, PLAY, AND ALL THE FUN TO START SUMMER RIGHT
OPEN to the PUBLIC $5 Admission (Cash) Free Parking
Age: 15+ Discover the beautiful art of faux stained glass in this single, exciting session! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how to transform clear acrylic into a luminous work of art using Gallery Glass, a special product that creates […]
Join us for a practical and engaging Free Fred Talk with Norfolk Master Gardener Paul Ziegler as he shares the essentials of tool care every gardener should know. From cleaning and sharpening to proper storage and seasonal maintenance, Paul will […]
Join us the 4th Sunday of each month (excluding holidays) for three hours of board games/tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. YCPL owns a varied collection of board and card games such as Catan, The Resistance, Rummikub, Ticket to Ride: London, […]
Although the lighthouse was completed in 1792, the idea of a lighthouse on Cape Henry came to be decades earlier. Join us on Zoom and learn about the agreement between Virginia and Maryland, how the Founding Fathers are connected to […]
Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights -- a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his […]
Village Family is a grassroots nonprofit serving Hampton Roads through food distribution, outreach referrals, family support, and community-centered programs that help children, seniors, and families facing hardship. At Village Family, we believe love is the most powerful form of leadership, […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic painted cup from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. […]
Join us for Sew and Go Appreciation Day at SEW UNIK STUDIO, a heartfelt celebration of our talented students! Enjoy a day of creating mini tote bags, delicious food, lively music, and exciting games, plus exclusive giveaways of up to […]
Relax into the new week on select Sunday nights, 6pm-8pm with live music and sunsets on the Chesapeake Bay with the Big Bands on the Bay Concert Series at Ocean View Beach Park. Enjoy an evening full of dancing and […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]
All aboard for the Watermen's Museum yacht-themed murder mystery! https://www.visityorktown.org/calendar.aspx?EID=5399
Community-Driven Soccer & Family Fun on the Virginia Peninsula! Lionsbridge FC returns for its ninth USL League Two season in 2026 under head coach Chris Whalley with another demanding Chesapeake Division slate that reflects the league’s continued growth and competitive […]
Late Night Tag Wish you had just a little more time to play? Now you do. 🔥💥 Join us Sunday May 24th from 7pm–11pm for Late Night Laser Tag! $30 per person| Unlimited laser tag games Special Game Modes to unlock more fun. […]