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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.
Voted #1 Butterfly House and Garden by USA TODAY 10BEST! Open: June 14 - September 30 Our Summer Butterfly House offers an up-close look at native butterflies in a vibrant, enclosed habitat filled with nectar-rich plants. Originally a temporary exhibit in 2009, […]
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!
Drop into Greenbrier Library and check out the many vibrant paintings by members of Elizabeth River Artists.
Sign your child up to join in a hands-on LEGO® Pokémonâ„¢ workshop! Calling all future LEGO® Pokémonâ„¢ Trainers! Sign your child up to join us for a hands-on workshop at the LEGO® Store. Sign up here! They will get to learn […]
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 […]
Community: City of Hampton join others in our community and color a large coloring page.
Community: City of Hampton fossilized dino eggs have been stolen from the museum! can you help us figure out who did it?
Saturday August 15th & 16th don't miss Tidewaters largest and favorite Collectibles Show. We will have 250+ vendor tables full of Sports Cards Modern & Vintage, Comic Books, Toys, Pokémon Cards, Funko Pops, Action Figures, Hobby Supplies and other collectibles […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The American Powerboat Association, with the help of the Portsmouth Power Boat Association, will bring together the first ever power boat regatta in Portsmouth. The 2-day event takes place at Portsmouth City Park, located on the Western Branch of the […]
Join us for an action packed day of RC racing in the HobbyTown Parking Lot! Open to all skill levels whether you are an experienced RC enthusiast or a first time racer. Be sure to join our group "HobbyTown VA […]
Experience the unusual and breathtaking Lake Drummond, a 3,108-acre bowl-shaped lake located near the center of the Great Dismal Swamp. The larger of only two naturally occurring lakes in Virginia, on windless days on the lake, the water appears smooth […]
Create a coral bowl in this morning fusing class. Students will learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral. Ages 12+ $52 Museum members, $65 for non-members We will […]
Sensory Play Sunday is designed for children with special needs to enjoy Surge Adventure Park the first and third Sunday of every month from 10 AM – 12 PM without loud music or flashing lights! We will not have our […]
Soundbath on the dock, lunch, and socializing. Cost: $20 donation
FREE Back-to-School Community Event!Families are invited to check out the FREE Barbers & Stylists Community Empowerment Explosion on Sunday, August 16 at Richard Bowling Elementary. Enjoy a day of community, connection and back-to-school support. FREE popcorn FREE Sno-cones FREE cotton […]
Get ready for two full days of anime AWESOMENESS at the Virginia Beach Convention Center! Dive into a high-energy celebration of anime, manga, cosplay, and gaming—packed with everything fans love: Celebrity Voice Actors Artist Alley Curated Vendor Marketplace Cash Prize Cosplay Contest Panels & Q&A […]
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 […]
Audible Asylum's annual family-friendly celebration of local talent, meaningful connections, and community. Join us for the 4th Annual FAAM Fest, the annual celebration of the Audible Asylum community where Family, Ambition, Art, and Motivation come together for a day of live performances, meaningful […]
Join us on Sunday, August 16, immediately following service, from 10:30 AM–1:00PM at the LETA Campus for a day of fun, fellowship, and community!• FREE School Supply Giveaway• Food Trucks• Concessions• Bounce Houses• Face Painting• Games & MorePlus, attend our […]
Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to […]
Open every Sunday from May 17 through November 22, the market features a variety of local vendors offering fresh produce, artisan goods, food trucks and prepared foods in a scenic waterfront setting.
August 16th join us for the 3rd Annual SoulFULL Vegan Festival x HR Veg Fest at Mt. Trashmore A free community festival from 11-5PM centered around plant based vendors, education, and family-fun! VA SoulFULL Vegan Fest brings together the finest […]
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 […]
Midsummer Oddities Market at New Realm Suffolk Calling all forest dwellers, star-gazers, and seekers of the strange! As the veil thins and the summer sun reaches its peak, join us for a day of wandering through the Midsummer Oddities Market. […]
The Naro is pleased to present a series of popular family-friendly films for a new generation of children (and the young-at-heart) this summer on on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 1 pm starting June 10th and Sundays at 12 noon starting […]
Join YouniqHER for our Back 2 Success Summer Bash & School Drive on August 16, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Lafayette Park in Norfolk, VA! This free community event is designed to help students prepare for a […]
Join us for Flavors757 fourth annual Family & Friends Day! This is a free kid friendly event, with FREE Food, Drinks, and more. Come join us Sunday August 16, 2026, for our fourth annual Flavors Family and Friends Day! This […]
This clinic is designed to get participants prepared for the Summer Swim League Eligibility Swim (refer to swim league eligibility swim requirement for details). Prerequisite: Participants must have knowledge of front crawl and back crawl and be comfortable in deep […]
Kids Happy Hour at Chesapeake’s most creative paint studio makes after-school fun even brighter with $5 off select kids classes, giving young artists the perfect chance to unwind, explore their imagination, and create colorful masterpieces. This upbeat, family-friendly session is […]
Kids Happy Hour at Chesapeake’s most creative paint studio makes after-school fun even brighter with $5 off select kids classes, giving young artists the perfect chance to unwind, explore their imagination, and create colorful masterpieces. This upbeat, family-friendly session is […]
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 […]
Come join us for the Provost Guard annual BBQ. All you can eat and drink! BBQ, beans, slaw, fries, hushpuppies, iced tea, soft drinks and adult beverages. 50/20 raffle. BBQ to go $8.00 per pound.
Event will be held at Dicks Sporting Goods in Chesapeake VARegistration required Priority registration will be opened to those with a higher risk. Help us understand your needs for back-to-school support: • Single fathers with custody of 4 or fewer […]
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 […]
Using a combination of glass sheets and stringers (thin rods of glass), create a set of earrings and a pendant. Learn to cut sheet glass and create a design to be fused in a kiln. One set of earring hooks […]
Make a champagne paperweight, a jellyfish paperweight, a drinking vessel or a seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your object. Pick from a variety of colors […]
Special Topic Tours unpack big ideas! Led by expert docents, these engaging tours offer insightful discussions and interesting stories to deepen engagement with our stunningly dynamic and diverse collection. Free, registration not required.
Join us at Chrysler Museum's Huber Court to enjoy a free concert full of the region's up-and-coming musicians! WHRO Public Media’s NextGen Board loves bringing new and exciting events that connect the Hampton Roads community to public media content. They […]
Exciting news!!! Summer Movies at The Kimball Theatre are BACK!Looking for an easy and affordable way to beat the heat this summer? Merchants Square- Williamsburg, VA is bringing free movies to The Kimball Theatre with a lineup of family favorites, […]
All ages are invited to celebrate the new school year with friends and neighbors and meet new classmates with a community ice cream social, in memory of Nancy Hirschberg. Students who register and attend the event will receive a bundle […]
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
BUILDING TOGETHER: COMMUNITY UNITY DAY Hosted by Moms Who Advocate Join us for a fun, free, family-friendly back-to-school community event designed to bring families together through creativity, connection, teamwork, and play! LEGO-themed activities School supply giveaways while supplies last Bounce […]
Step away from the noise and into the peace of our preserve. Led by certified teacher Kathleen Foster, this program invites you to learn simple, effective meditation techniques amidst the sounds and sights of nature. It’s an opportunity to connect […]
Join Chef's Market Food Hall for an afternoon of live music featuring six Academy of Rock bands performing hard-hitting favorites from across the decades. The bands have spent the summer rehearsing, building their sets, and getting ready to take the […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic planter from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. After […]
The Back to School Community Day & Festival presented by Councilman John Eley is scheduled for Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Watkins Elementary School, located at 21 Burns Drive, Newport News, VA 23607 […]
The MDP Foundation is excited to host our 4th Annual Community Baby Shower & Back to School Drive, and we can’t wait to serve families throughout our community!Join us for an afternoon filled with FREE school supplies, FREE baby essentials, FREE […]
Cozy up for a fun day with little ones—pjs, pampers, pacifiers, and plenty of giggles! Get ready for a cozy, fun-filled day in your comfiest pajamas! This in-person event is all about celebrating the little ones with lots of laughs, […]
Tony®, EMMY®, and five-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and philanthropist Josh Groban possesses one of the most outstanding and instantly recognizable voices in music. With a career spanning chart-topping albums, global tours, and acclaimed stage and screen performances, he […]
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
Make a champagne paperweight, a jellyfish paperweight, a drinking vessel or a seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your object. Pick from a variety of colors […]
Make a champagne paperweight, a jellyfish paperweight, a drinking vessel or a seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your object. Pick from a variety of colors […]
Make a champagne paperweight, a jellyfish paperweight, a drinking vessel or a seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your object. Pick from a variety of colors […]
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes
2-4pm Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity:Â Medium Music Level:Â Medium-High Strobe Lights:Â Yes