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Free Admission for 2026 Graduates at Virginia Zoo (Norfolk)

Calling all high school and college graduates, the Virginia Zoo is celebrating your achievement all June long! From June 1-30, graduates can enjoy a free admission ticket and 50% off admission for their guests just for showing proof of graduation. […]

Outdoor Adventure Days with Girl Scouts (Hampton Roads)

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Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our beautiful Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast camps. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!

Free

Storytime at Hunt Club Farm (Virginia Beach)

Featured Storytime at Hunt Club Farm

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. Admission or a season pass is required (children 2 and under are free).

$2 – $15

Little Farmers Classes: Summer Learning Series (Virginia Beach)

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Little Farmers classes are hands-on, small-group sessions where kids step into real farm life - meeting animals, exploring the fields, and learning where their food actually comes from. Kids will move, explore, and engage with the farm in a meaningful way.

Free – $8

L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival (Norfolk)

The L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival brings family fun to the Norfolk Premium Outlets this June! Enjoy food, rides, and carnival games while supporting a great cause! Proceeds benefit L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence), which builds safer communities through evidence-based […]

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

Summer Family Craft Kit at the Library (Suffolk)

Enjoy storytime and crafting together all summer. Each kit pairs with several book reading videos on Suffolk Public Library’s YouTube, featuring a read-aloud and a related craft you can follow along with at home. Kits can be picked up June 1 […]

Dollar Day at L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival (Norfolk)

Spin, Swing, & Ride! Join us at L.E.A.D. Fest in Norfolk for Dollar Day on Monday, June 15 and enjoy all rides for only $1 each, (sold in packs of 10.) Don't miss this one-day-only deal to ride for less! […]

Introduction to Axe Throwing at Sleepy Hole Park (Suffolk)

Join us at Sleepy Hole Park for an introduction to axe throwing! Participants will learn important safety guidelines, rules, and proper throwing techniques from a World Axe Throwing League certified instructor before practicing their skills in a fun and supportive […]

$10

ERT + NKR Group Paddle (Norfolk)

ERT + Norfolk Kayak Rentals are excited to offer a FREE kayak experience on the Elizabeth River. Join us for a 90-minute group paddle, launching from the Plum Point Park kayak launch. Previous kayak experience is REQUIRED. Arrive: 8:30-8:45 AM Launch: 9 […]

Battle Walk at the Great Bridge Waterways Museum (Chesapeake)

Follow in the footsteps of the historical Battle of Great Bridge. Learn about the first major Revolutionary War armed conflict in Virginia and its impact on our quest for independence. Meet us at the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways Museum […]

$10

Crabbing in Chesapeake (Chesapeake)

Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]

Planetarium Opens to Public (Newport News)

The Virginia Living Museum Planetarium officially reopens to the public on June 13 with a brand-new show schedule and updated programming designed to inspire explorers of all ages.

Sail Yorktown Festival (Yorktown)

Embark on an unforgettable adventure at the Sail Yorktown Festival, an official SailVirginiaSM 2026 Affiliate Harbor event! https://www.visityorktown.org/calendar.aspx?EID=5195

38th Annual Cock Island Race (Portsmouth)

The 38th Annual Cock Island Race sets sail on Saturday, June 13 along the Elizabeth River, bringing together sailors, spectators, and the community for a day of racing and celebration. After the race, head to the Portsmouth Boat Club for […]

Wild Tykes at Virginia Zoo (Norfolk)

Wild Tykes is a drop-in program recommended for kids aged 3-5 and their favorite adults! Each program features a new theme with age-appropriate nature and science activities that focus on these core areas: sensory, movement, free play, art, and problem-solving. […]

Mobile Food Pantry (Hampton)

Do you or someone you know need extra help putting food on the table this month? Share this post to help them access the food they need to thrive!Here's what you need to know about our drive-thru food distributions happening […]

Finger Gym at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye 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 caregiver. Registration is required.

Reading with the Tides at Downtown Branch at Slover (Norfolk)

Hit a home run this summer with Slover and the Norfolk Tides. Enjoy a Storytime and meet Rip Tide, the Tides mascot. Discover their Summer Reading Challenge for free game tickets- a great way to celebrate books and baseball and […]

Junior Garden Artists – Father’s Day Plates at NBG (Norfolk)

Paint the perfect decorative plate and mug set as a gift for someone special in your life. Each set includes one 7-inch ceramic plate and one 8 oz. ceramic mug. Recommended for children ages 4+ with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults […]

Baby Open Play at Kempsville 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 […]

Baby Open Play at Great Neck 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 […]

Second Saturday Sound Bath (Virginia Beach)

ViBe Creative District and 1 Calm Kid present Second Saturday Sound Bath Experiences in the 18th St Parklet April-October 2026 Second Saturday of the Month at 10am and 1045am Second Saturdays @thevibecreativedistrict come join Calm Kids for a family friendly […]

Beginner Paddle at Oak Grove Lake Park (Chesapeake)

Join us for a relaxing beginner's paddle at Oak Grove Park. This paddle is slow paced and great for paddlers who would like to glide on the water paddling near the park. This will also be a great opportunity for […]

$25 – $35

Open Play Session at The Play Spot (Chesapeake)

The Play Spot was created to provide your family with a truly magical place to share joyful moments together. We want you to leave all worries behind and enjoy the present moment while having TONS of fun playing with your […]

Roots & Rhythm Marketplace (Newport News)

Newport News is bringing the community together this summer in a vibrant new way with the launch of its Roots & Rhythm Marketplace, an exciting open-air experience that blends shopping, live entertainment, local flavor, family activities, and interactive experiences into […]

Second Saturdays & Sundays at the Hermitage (Norfolk)

Experience a weekend where the gallery comes to life through live demonstrations and regional artistry. Enjoy a rotating selection of artists all summer long. Free to all. 10am-2pm. Saturday, June 13 & Sunday, June 14: Laurie Call, Salty Sea Co Saturday, July […]

Second Saturdays at Summit Pointe (Chesapeake)

Join us at Summit Pointe every SECOND SATURDAY of EVERY MONTH between March and September! The April event takes place on April 11 from 10am to 3pm. Think flea market, meets farmers market, meets vendor village, meets- FUN!

Honey Festival at VB Farmers Market (Virginia Beach)

Join us as we celebrate our Honey Bees with several local bee clubs/guilds and their live bee demonstrations, information and bee products. Over 90 vendors selling their unique creations including all sorts of art, jewelry, leather goods, hand knits and […]

Chalk the Walk (Virginia Beach)

Saturday, June 13 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. On the boardwalk from 16th-18th Streets FREE and open to the public Chalk the Walk Guidelines 2026 2026 Theme: “Wonderful World of Color”  Witness the transformation of the Virginia Beach Boardwalk as artists […]

Blackbeard Pirate Festival (Hampton)

Blackbeard Pirate Festival

Once a year, visitors from all over the country enjoy the sights and sounds of 18th century Hampton overrun by pirates. Hampton’s waterfront comes alive with dozens of pirate re-enactors, costumed in historically accurate garb, who transform today’s Hampton into […]

Just 2’s Storytime at Kempsville Area 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 a caregiver. Registration is required.

Boardwalk Art Show (Smithfield)

In conjunction with the Sail250 Maritime Rendezvous, The Boardwalk boutique art show returns to the boardwalk behind the Smithfield Station Shops. Visit and shop with 15 talented artists selling paintings, woodwork, glass, jewelry and more. Free shuttle rides from the downtown Farmer's […]

Bird Speed Sports Community Day (Chesapeake)

Community Day Event FREE for kids ages 6-18 Speed. Competition. Fun. Vendors. Giveaways. Surprise Guests Were bringing the community together for a day of energy, competition, and opportunity. Don’t sit at home come out have fun! This is an event […]

Sail250 Walking Tours of South Church Street (Smithfield)

In conjunction with the Sail250 maritime festival of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States, Smithfield will host several ships on the Pagan River. In addition to the myriad of […]

Coastal Crafts at Nauticus (Norfolk)

Let’s welcome summer with a seashell-themed workshop. We’ll have lots of shells, and you can choose your own project to walk away with. Date: Saturday, June 13 Time: Open, 3-hour session from 11AM-2PM  Recommended for ages 8+ Cost: $5 for members […]

$5 – $15

YMCA Father’s Day Family Tournament (Norfolk)

Join us for a fun filled tournament day with dads. We have obsticle courses, games, and challanges for dads to win and familes to enjoy. Along with music, crafts, and treats Member Price One Time: $10.00 Non-Member Price One Time: […]

Remixed and Reimagined (Virginia Beach)

The theme "Remixed and Reimagined" is the 2026 annual dance recital for Quality Music and Dance. Lap Child Policy: Lap children are not permitted for this performance. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

NACC Waggin’ Wheels Mobile Pet Pantry (Norfolk)

Norfolk Animal Care Center's Waggin' Wheels Mobile Pet Pantry is on the road, bringing free pet food, supplies and resources to the Park Place Multi-Services Center on Saturday, June 13 from noon to 2 p.m. (or while supplies last).

YMCA Father’s Day Float & Fun (Ages 5+) (Portsmouth)

Join us for a special Father's Day celebration! We have an exciting lineup of activities planned, including: - Pool Party: Featuring a special visit from a Portsmouth Fire Truck. - Strong Dad Competition: Test your strength in our fun challenge. […]

Rise Up: Youth Empowerment (Virginia Beach)

Powerful Guest Speakers Career & College Guidance Entrepreneurship Insights Mental Health Awareness Live Q&A & Giveaways Get inspired. Learn real-life skills. Connect with people who want to see you WIN FEATURED SPEAKERS: Local Business Leaders Motivational Speakers Community Mentors WHO […]

Free

Superhero Speedway Specials at Superheroes Ice Cream (Virginia Beach)

Superhero Speedway Specials at Superheroes Ice Cream!  Start your engines and race over for a day full of sweet treats and family fun! Enjoy our special Tire Sundaes, racing-themed coloring sheets, free arcade games, and our free in-store photo booth. […]

Battle of Mackie’s Mill at Isle of Wight County Museum (Smithfield)

This year is the 245th anniversary of the January Revolutionary War engagement between local patriot militia forces and British regular soldiers under Benedict Arnold along Cypress Creek. Join us as we present the story of this historic small battle portraying […]

Picklefest at Smartmouth Brewing (Virginia Beach)

Picklefest — It’s Kind of a Big Dill  Join us for the inaugural Picklefest at Smartmouth Brewing on Saturday, June 13, featuring a full day of pickle-packed fun with incredible pickle vendors, pickle games, delicious food, cold drinks, and live […]

A New Constellation at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

On June 14th, 1777, almost a full year after America declared itself a new nation, the Congress set to select the flag. It imagined the blue of the heavens, with a star for each state, representing not just unhappy colonials […]

Annie – Matinee Performance (Norfolk)

"With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New […]

Lavender Garden Gala at North Suffolk Library (Suffolk)

Welcome to the Lavender Garden Gala: enjoy tea and crumpets or sip on delicious mocktails. After the hors d'oeuvres, play a game of queer culture charades before you dance the afternoon away to your favorite LGBTQIA+ anthems. Come dressed casually […]

African American Music Month Celebration 2026 (Virginia Beach)

Celebrate African American Music Month with dance from Continental Africa and summertime Caribbean steel drum vibes from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, at the Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Art Center at Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Dr. At this year's African American […]

Hilton PRIDE (Hampton)

Join us on June 13th at the crossroads of Main St & Warwick Blvd for a day together, celebrating Hope, Momentum & PRIDE! Festival 4-9pmLearn about local LGBTQ+ support and resource groups.Shop for handmade arts & crafts.Enjoy food, entertainment, and […]

Family Day: Pecan at Sunset! at Painting with a Twist (Chesapeake)

Family Day at Chesapeake’s most creative paint studio is the perfect way to spend quality time together while making colorful memories! Enjoy a fun, family-friendly painting experience designed for all ages, with step-by-step instruction that makes it easy for everyone […]

Pride Night at Virginia Zoo (Norfolk)

Are you looking for a wild yet age-inclusive way to celebrate Pride this year? Come show your colors at the Virginia Zoo with your favorite friends, queens and allies! Enjoy after-hours access to exhibits, greet awesome animal ambassadors, shop our […]

Khedive Shrine Championship Rodeo (Chesapeake)

Come out and enjoy our Championship Rodeo. Bring the whole family out and enjoy Steer and Bronco Riding, Barrel Racing, and Calf Roping. Fun for kids with your favorite food & beverages for purchase. Free parking. Gates open at 5:00 […]

The House That Watches: Oddities Bazaar (Norfolk)

Something unusual is waiting on Monticello…  Join us for The House That Watches: Oddities Bazaar — an immersive evening market where curiosity leads the way and the unexpected is part of the experience. As the evening unfolds, step into a […]

Remixed and Reimagined (Virginia Beach)

The theme "Remixed and Reimagined" is the 2026 annual dance recital for Quality Music and Dance. Lap Child Policy: Lap children are not permitted for this performance. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

757 Boxing Club Glow Boxing Parents Night Out (Chesapeake)

Drop the kids off and enjoy your evening while we bring the FUN at 757 Boxing Club Glow Boxing Parents Night Out! Glow Lights Boxing Games Team Challenges Obstacle Courses Music & Dancing Movie Time Pizza, Popcorn & Drinks Included! Ages 5–14 Members: $35 per child Non-Members: $45 per […]

$35 – $45

Norfolk Tides vs Memphis with post-game Fireworks (Norfolk)

The 2026 season will be Norfolk’s 56th in the International League and 57th overall at the Triple-A level (Triple-A East in 2021). It will also be the 33rd year of baseball at Harbor Park. The schedule features 39 weekend games on Friday, Saturday […]

Victorian Suffolk: A Guided Tour of Cedar Hill Cemetery (Suffolk)

This 75-minute walking tour explores the hidden meanings buried in Suffolk’s Historic Cedar Hill Cemetery. The tour will feature Victorian-era symbolism, burial practices, funerary industries, and mourning rituals. This intriguing and educational excursion will highlight how the residents of Suffolk […]

Lionsbridge Football Club vs. Northern Virginia FC (Newport News)

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 […]

Sunset Paddle at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve (Portsmouth)

Watch the day fade and the magic begin on a sunset kayak tour of Hoffler Creek! Paddle through the peaceful waters, immersing yourself in this unique marshland habitat. Then, as the sun dips below the horizon, witness the beauty of […]

$40

Summer Skateboarding Community Cookout at Woodstock Skate Park (Virginia Beach)

Second Annual Summer Skateboarding Community Cookout!!!Get those clips ready! We’re taking over Woodstock Skatepark for a sunset session the weekend Virginia Beach Schools start Summer break with a massive cookout! Whether you’re hitting the bowl, the street section, or just coming […]

Free

Planetarium Double Feature at TCC: “Dark Universe” and “Cultural Constellations” (Virginia Beach)

7:15 pm Dark Universe and Cultural Constellations Full-Dome Planetarium Shows Dark Universe, narrated by Neil Degrasse Tyson, honors a new era of cosmic discovery and explores its deepest secrets. Dark Universe includes breathtaking scenes from recent spacecraft, such as the Galileo probe's astounding descent into Jupiter's atmosphere, as well […]

Free