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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities like sunflower maze, pumpkins, rubber duck water races, balloon twister and more. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Pumpkins, Corn maze, Apple picking, & Sunflowers - Enjoy a family day at the farm with homemade apple cider, cider donuts, homemade ice cream and slushies, onsite market and more.
Celebrate National Cryptid Day (10/20) by locating the hidden characters around the library. Find all 13 and collect a prize at the service desk! Ages 12-18. Registration is not required.
Enjoy pumpkins, unlimited farm-tour hayrides, the Petting Farm, TreeWalk Adventure, a huge straw pile, and plenty of fall fun for the whole family. Weekends bring even more excitement with tasty treats, a live DJ, and games!
Night Surf Fishing is an annual activity at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Anglers may fish on the wildlife refuge beach until midnight during the month of October with a Special Use Permit. This program provides a unique opportunity to […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
Scare your friends with a spooky Halloween selfie by snapping a photo using our props and backdrops. SAY "BOO!"
Show up with an empty trunk and we'll bring the food to you. Those visiting a mobile pantry are reminded: Come with your trunk empty. If you need to make room in your trunk for the product, please do so […]
Take a stroll down Hayden’s Lane to read the Halloween story Griselda Snooks Spectacular Books posted along signs along the lane. Free admission. This story trail will be offered from October 17 thru October 31 from sunrise to sunset. This […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
Age 0-4, Norfolk- Tues/Thurs- 8:45am-10am While Latitude hosts climbers of all ages anytime, join us for a special weekly parent meet up and check out Boulder Babies! This is a drop in time for parents to bring their children to […]
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.
Nature Academy in Nature's Classroom is a monthly outdoor class for kids ages 5 through 12 at the Chesapeake Arboretum. Since 2018, the class has educated youth on our native plants and animals, while also instilling a sense of stewardship […]
Imagination Play is our free play time for our littles. It is time for children to explore, have fun and play! Come in and relax while your little ones get all the wiggles and energy out in our amazing sensory gym. […]
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. Because this class starts […]
Community: City of Hampton enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-2 years.siblings of all ages are always welcome! daycare groups should call ahead to discuss interest.
Preschool Storytime is a storytime program designed for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers, featuring stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes […]
Help build early language skills as your child moves from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 6-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles and their caregivers. Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime is geared for birth through 24 months. To view Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime virtually, please join our Baby & […]
Join us every Thursday for Story Time! Admission is $10, which includes open play + Story Time! Story Time: 10:00–10:30 AM Enjoy open play before and after! Bring your little ones for a fun morning of stories, play, and learning!
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.
Join us for free weekly programs on Wednesdays and Thursdays for NBG Members! All programs are recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. Themes vary weekly for each program. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online and show their membership for entry […]
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 […]
Weekly class & story time for the youngest artists (2's & 3's) and their favorite grown ups • We will explore our creativity with hands-on activities and process art projects. Come and go as your artist's attention span allows. Guaranteed […]
HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES — Thursday mornings are for YOU! Looking for a fun way to get out of the house, burn some energy, and connect with other local homeschool families? Join us for Daytime Playtime at Coastal! Thursdays 10:00 AM–12:00 PM $10 per child All ages […]
We have a special time when we open the facility to little kids (under 46″). Little Air jumpers and their parents are the only ones allowed during this time. Parents cannot share a trampoline with a child, but can jump […]
A special play time just for the little ones! One parent jumps free with a paid child. Age 5 and under$20*only 1 parent is free with 1 toddler additional toddlers $10 each
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
In this interactive storytime, we give a gentle introduction to the wonderful world of books and reading. Using a combination of books, music, and fingerplay, we set the stage for skills in early language, rhythm, and body awareness. For infants […]
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
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.
Come enjoy a story time just for babies with stories, songs, bounces, and play! Ages 0- 18 months. 2nd and 4th Thursdays monthly. Call 757-393-8501 for more information.
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Come visit your Newport News Barnes & Noble every Thursday at 10:30am for a weekly Storytime feature various curated stories for our littlest readers. We love Storytime so much, we decided to do it on the Weekend too!! Come in […]
Community: City of Hampton this program features songs, stories, and themed playtime activities for children ages 3 to 5 years old.
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.
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 years)
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 […]
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations.
Help your child get ready for kindergarten with a fun, interactive program that teaches children basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the time, there will […]
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. Toddler & Preschool Storytime is geared for ages 2-5.
Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme! Check out the Zoo's Event Calendar here for the […]
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. Just 2s is for ages 2 only with a caregiver. Registration is […]
Bring your toddler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us at Jordan-Newby in the youth art studio as we read a short story and then bring that story to life by creating a craft that goes along with the theme of the story!
We're having a spooky, sweet time of stories, crafts, and ghostly good fun. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Help your child get ready for kindergarten with a fun, interactive program that teaches children the basic concept through group […]
Tuesday-Sunday, September 29-November 1, 11 am-8 pm. Rides $1 cash, Closed Monday Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel! Operated by the Hampton […]
Imagination Play is our free play time for our littles. It is time for children to explore, have fun and play! Come in and relax while your little ones get all the wiggles and energy out in our amazing sensory gym. […]
Join us for a FREE kids' event on the fourth Thursday of the month! Kids Play & Learn provides free entertainment and learning experiences for toddlers and their caretakers. Kids will meet a variety of Virginia wildlife and discover their […]
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the autumn spirit at NAS Oceana MWR Fitness’s Pumpkin Patch 5K on Thursday, October 22 at Flightline Fitness Center. The race will begin at 11:30 AM. Pre-registration starts at 10:30 […]
$12 per child open to 18m+ Join us for 90 min of supervised play in the gym. Children 18m- 4y must be accompanied by a guardian (no fee for guardian). Children 5+ attend without a guardian. All participants must pre […]
Come hangout at the library with friends. Read a book together, do fun crafts, activities, and more! (Ages 6-10) Last meeting of each month will be a Joint Group hangout. Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email ashlyn.kullmann@norfolk.gov
Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute to "Building" the significance of Fort Monroe "From The Ground Up." Comfortable footwear and […]
Come out to Seatack Recreation Center and rent our Pickleball Tutor Plus Ultra feeder for easy practice. Here's your chance to work on particular shots while getting great exercise! Membership or day pass required Each session is 1 hourCost: $20
Community: City of Hampton illiteracy or low literacy can limit a person's opportunities in life. even seemingly simple tasks like helping a child with homework or reading a medicine bottle can remain out of reach if you can't read or […]
Drop in only. Ages 5+ may be dropped off for $15.00 per hour or an adult may stay and create with your artist as long as they like for a flat, $15.00 fee. Drop off ends at 4PM.
Come hangout at the library with friends. Read a book together, do fun crafts, activities, and more! (Ages 11-14) Last meeting of each month will be a Joint Group hangout. Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email ashlyn.kullmann@norfolk.gov
During the month of October, the Teen Zone is getting loaded with festive Day of the Dead crafts and treats!
Happy Spooky Season! There will be (not-so) scary movies and frighteningly fun activities every Thursday. Oct. 8 - Scooby-Doo! and the Witch's Ghost (1999, G) and Ice SCREAM Sandwiches Oct. 15 - Coraline (2009, PG) and Doll Head Painting Oct. 22 - […]
High Schoolers play for free Monday-Friday 3-5pm Kids 12 and Under with paying adult play free $5 pool for kids 13 to 17
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades Pre-K-5. Registration is not required.
For school aged children and up, kids enhance spatial awareness, imagination, and engineering skills by designing and building structures using a large variety of building toys we have on hand.
Welcome, adventurers! Ready for D&D? Play with a seasoned DM who brings the magic to life. No experience necessary, all materials provided.
A safe space just for tweens! Come hang out, meet new friends, play games and try out our activity bins.
Join us at Main Library for Girls Who Code! Girls and non-binary students will learn the basics of computer programming. Grades 3rd-5th meet every Thursday at 4 pm. Questions or need more details? Contact whitela@portsmouthva.gov.
Come create your very own wizard wand! In this workshop you will paint your wand any colors you'd like with our acrylics. Our instructor will then show you how to use our buffing metallics to create a magical shine! You'll […]
Let your child’s imagination go wild! Our Build Bash program offers a wide variety of building materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more for creative designs and construction. Children develop STEM skills (Science, Technology, Engineering […]
Kick back and chill at BFB each Thursday in October for TeenTober!
Show up with an empty trunk and we'll bring the food to you. Those visiting a mobile pantry are reminded: Come with your trunk empty. If you need to make room in your trunk for the product, please do so […]
For nearly 60 years, the Newport News Greek Festival has brought the community together to celebrate Greek culture, food, music, and hospitality. Since 1967, the festival has grown into one of Hampton Roads’ most beloved annual traditions, welcoming more than […]
Design and build structures using BUILD materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more. Let your imagination go wild and construct amazing creations. With creativity you can enhance your STEM skills.
Check our online calendar for dreadfully delightful events in this frightfully fun month!
Design, punch, and light up your own custom lantern. For grades 6-12. Registration is required and begins October 8 at 10 a.m.
Join our Garden ghouls and goblins for a family-friendly evening of games, crafts, and light trick or treating. Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver participation. Moderate walking required. All participating children and attending adults must have a registered ticket. Those […]
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 […]
Watch the day fade on a sunset kayak tour of Hoffler Creek! Paddle through the peaceful waters, immersing yourself in this unique marshland habitat. As the sun dips below the horizon, witness the beauty of the Monitor-Merrimac Bridge-Tunnel, bathed in […]
NEW Weekly EventOur Micro RC Night has become Micro RC SOCCER Night Every Thursday from 5PM-8PM we’ll be practicing our mini racing skills through super fun soccer matches. Entry is $5. We can’t wait for you to join us!!
Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18. Registration is not required; drop in anytime! This week: TBA […]
Welcome to SEW UNIK STUDIO! Join us for a fun and informative class where you will learn how to thread your sewing machine, master sewing basics, and create your very own pillowcase. All materials provided and sewing machines available for […]
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Thursday Board Game Night at 5:30pm
4th Thursday of every month. Join us at The Garage Brewery for Broncos & Brews! Looking forward to a great time with cold beer & even better company! Cheers to good times!
What's better than reading a book? Eating it, of course! Enjoy a food-themed storytime where you eat a delicious dinner based on what you read about and make a craft to take home! Registration required. For families. A variety of […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic serving bowl 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 an Exciting Stoneware Night at Starving Artist Studio! Experience something different at our upcoming Stoneware Night! Unlike our usual pottery painting sessions, stoneware can even be used in the microwave, dishwasher, and oven. The glazes for […]
A spooky-fun block party with house beats, games, and giveaways.
Live Entertainment: DJ Amarosa of Music Theory Studios
A spooky-fun block party with house beats, games, and giveaways.
Live Entertainment: DJ Amarosa of Music Theory Studios
A spooky-fun block party with house beats, games, and giveaways.
Live Entertainment: DJ Amarosa of Music Theory Studios
Wednesday & Thursday Family Nights **ALL You Can Eat PIZZA Nights 6-8:30pm *FREE Pizza ends at 8pm Admission: $12.00 (skaters) $6.00 (non-skaters) ** Wednesday: Family Mix Music ** Thursday: All Gospel/Christian Music Mix
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Thursday Star Wars Unlimited at 6:00pm
Join the Studio team in creating your very own glass pumpkin. Choose from an array of color options to make your object unique. With the instructor’s help, apply colorful crushed glass to molten clear glass on a long metal tube. […]
$5 Entry fee per player. Each Player to receive a participation pack upon start of tournament. 1 Pack put into prize pool per every 2 players. Prize payout dependent upon participation.
Join us for our weekly Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World tournament! Important: You must still apply for the event through the Bandai TCG+ app to be added to the tournament. However, you can pay for your entry in […]
Weekly hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Tournament Join us each week for our hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Tournament! Come play, meet other players, and compete for weekly prizes. Event Information Format: Constructed Structure: Swiss Rounds based on attendance Prizing On Entry: Each player will receive […]
The Governor's School for the Arts Vocal Music Department presents Cabaret 2026, featuring music from Broadway, Disney, and beyond, with collaborative artist Suzanne Daniel. Performances take place on October 22, 23, and 24, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. in the Neil Miner Music Hall.
KAYA CATCHES THE FUTURE is a brand-new play from Stephen Gregg, the author of TRAP and THIS IS A TEST. This is the Virginia premiere! $9 adults, $6 kids
Still hurting and angry from the loss of her older brother, Kaya skips softball practice to protest the war that cost Sterling his life and manages to catch an object that appears out of nowhere. Pulled into another dimension by […]
Lumi SkyWalk winds you on an elevated walk through the treetops, unfolding a tale told in light, shadow, and sound. After the story walk, visitors can enjoy the Nautilus Observation Tower and (ages 7+) The Whorl Slide. Halloween show dates: […]
Thursday, October 22, 2026 - 7:30 PM Williamsburg Library Theatre - Williamsburg When two of classical guitar’s most decorated masters join forces, the result is nothing short of electrifying. A to Z Duo brings together Aniello Desiderio’s Neapolitan fire […]
Free and open to the public.