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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. […]
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.
In honor of Month of the Military Child, Nauticus proudly celebrates the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military children and their families throughout our community. Throughout April, we invite military families to enjoy a special opportunity to explore, learn, and […]
The County’s 250th Commemoration will be held April 17-19, 2026 at Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Road. The Revolutionary Rhythms weekend will feature events open to all ages and include national musical performances, a 3D drone show, VA250 mobile […]
This year's National Library Week theme is "For a Richer, Fuller Life, Read." Celebrate the ways reading and information can make our lives better with a fun giveaway. While supplies last, visit any branch and choose between a thematic tumbler […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jae-chul Ahn, president of World Peace Freedom United (WPF), returns to the MacArthur Memorial to bring an incredible outdoor traveling display of striking images from the Korean War. In addition, the MacArthur Memorial museum will be open Saturday and Sunday […]
Come in for a free Kids Club event! We will be making clay creatures you can use to rest your pencil or paintbrush on!
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 […]
Join a free foundational level yoga class overlooking Pleasure House Point to kick off Earth Week, sponsored and led by Joanne Lappin Parker, owner of Pleasure House Point Yoga & Wellness. You will need: a yoga mat, refillable water bottle […]
Cast a line with the Norfolk Park Rangers! This relaxed fishing event welcomes both seasoned anglers and beginners. No fishing license or pre-registration required. Limited rods, reels, and bait will be available, but feel free to bring your own gear. […]
Get ready for a weekend full of great food and an even greater cause. The Dolphinettes Anglers Club of Chesapeake, VA will be at Bass Pro Shops this Saturday & Sunday from 10AM–5PM! This family-oriented surf fishing club not only […]
From seagulls to bald eagles, Cape Henry is teeming with wildlife, especially birds. Join the Cape Henry staff as see what birds are gracing the skies, and learn why they are important to our ecosystem. — This event is free […]
Me and Moo Mimosa Mornings at Chesapeake’s favorite paint and sip studio offer the perfect start to your day with creativity, relaxation, and a bubbly twist. Enjoy complimentary mimosas* as you paint your way through a fun and inspiring Beginner-friendly […]
Sundays from 11:30 until 12:30 at Mt Trashmore We Are Meeting Up To Teach Skateboarding Fundamentals. We Can Start Outside of The Park and Work Our Way Inside. We Will Learn Skate Park Etiquette as well as some new maneuvers […]
Start your Tattoo experience early with a free festival! Come early and enjoy music, dancing, drill routines and drumming exhibitions that kick off each Tattoo performance. Food, drink and souvenirs are available for purchase. Prepare for the downbeat of the […]
Event Code-7GV86Z4 Entry-$35 Pack per round win. For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
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 […]
Join us for our Weekend On Your Wheels Youth Bike Race Series. The races will be held at New Quarter Park on select Sundays through May. The youth mountain bike trail offers multiple courses for different abilities. The short course […]
Join us for a special shore-cast fishing event at Lake Sandler, open to all anglers! This catch-and-release event will feature abundant largemouth bass, catfish, and bluegill. Prizes will be awarded every hour for the biggest fish in three age groups: 9 and […]
A Day of Celebration: Taking Care of Military Children Free for military families and Mariners’ Museum Members. Sunday, April 19, 2026 • 12 – 4 p.m. Location: Museum Front Lawn The Mariners’ Museum and Park is partnering with Instant Teams […]
A Day of Celebration: Taking Care of Military Children Sunday, April 19 12 – 4 p.m.Museum Front Lawn The Mariners Museum and Park is partnering with Instant Teams to host Month of the Military Child, an annual awareness campaign that […]
Seatings at 12pm & 3 PM $30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13 Join the Victorian in their fascinations with fairies at this tea. Mingle with a real life fairy and learn the ways they change the seasons while enjoying […]
Union Arena Tokyo Ghoul Release Event at Jersey’s Hampton! Join us on April 19 at 1:00 PM for the Tokyo Ghoul Union Arena release event. Be part of the excitement as the new set hits the table and compete with […]
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, […]
Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.
After almost 7 years, a popular speaker is returning! Sam Jaffe, of The Caterpillar Lab in New Hampshire, will be starting his Meet and Greet one hour early at 1 PM, so join us then! Join us for our Spring lecture […]
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
Celebrate Earth. Support local. Shop with intention. Earth Day Market is a fresh, earthy, and eclectic community gathering designed to honor sustainability, creativity, and mindful living. This curated themed market brings together eco-conscious makers, plant lovers, readers, bakers, and wellness creators for […]
Mount Trash Trash Tours (Registration Required) In celebration of Earth Week, join VB Parks and Recreation staff as they lead you on a tour Mount Trashmore! This tour includes a climb to the top of the mountain where you’ll discover […]
Are you a writer? Whether or not you’re published, you can benefit from this supportive writer’s group. Listen to informative talks on a variety of writing-related topics and meet other writers and aspiring writers. Led by local author/editor Brian Forrester. […]
$10 entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Bring your sewing machine and a sewing project you're working on! Use our space and get some help from our facilitator Mel if you need it!
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
In addition to learning basic techniques, we will review the well-documented medical evidence that meditation practice reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and actually slows the aging process. Attend one class or all, free, with donations to Hoffler Creek welcome.Free event […]
A music and dance celebration featuring numbers from Broadway and film. Our diverse troupe of singers, dancers, and actors will bring a program with something for everyone. Ballads, comedic songs, rousing inspirational anthems, and thrilling dance numbers are sure to […]
by Michael Stewart & Jerry Herman Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder April 17-19 & 24-26, 2026 Dede Robertson Theatre In 1890s New York, a half-a-millionaire is quite the catch. Dolly Levi, professional matchmaker, meddler, and money-follower, secretly schemes to […]
In 2026 we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States, and Virginia stands as the perfect place to honor our shared history. From the principles that built our democracy to the visionary leaders […]
Paint a pot for spring with other teens in the Teen Room. Plant an herb and take it home to grow!
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. […]
Celebrate Earth Day! Bring a blanket and some snacks! Meet local environmental groups, and after the movie, take a picture with The Lorax! The movie starts at 4:00 p.m. Seating is limited.
Step back in time with us to celebrate the 250th Birthday of America. We will have heavy hor d'oeures, beverages, reenactments, games, and historical memorabilia. FREE TO THE PUBLIC
Join us April 22, 2026 alongside The Elizabeth River Project, Southern Exposure and Tidewater Compost and celebrate Earth Day! Participants will craft seed bombs with native flower seeds, local soil and compost, just in time for Spring!
A chess club for teens by teens! Those familiar with how to play can come play with other teens. Beginners are welcome to come learn to play this game of strategy. For those familiar with chess and want to learn […]
Join ODU Jazz in concert, featuring the Jazz Choir, Jazz Combo, and Jazz Orchestra in performance with internationally acclaimed Trumpeter Rex Richardson. The performance is in Chandler Recital Hall within the Diehn Center for the Performing Arts. Free and open […]
Join us for a very special concert series celebrating twenty-five years of sharing hope through song!
Join us for a very special concert series celebrating twenty-five years of sharing hope through song!
All ages welcome! For poets of all ages and skill levels interested in giving their thoughts and feelings more room to breathe with support of fellow writers. Come and write with us in person or via zoom! Please note: This class […]
Celebrate Earth Day with a joyful, creative twist. The Earth Day Fashion Trashion Witch Walk is a community runway-style event where sustainability meets style, imagination, and movement. Local designers transform rescued fabric scraps into wearable art, brought to life by […]
We're looking forward to this MMLIVE Spring Concert at The Annex (The Bunker's sister venue)! Come see 4 cool bands ready to show off their talents! You will see musicians of all ages playing a variety of your favorite songs […]
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Virginia Beach. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at Zeiders American Dream Theater under the gentle glow […]
The moment fans have been eagerly anticipating has finally arrived. After two decades, one of the most iconic R&B groups, B2K, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary, officially reunite for the “Boys 4 Life” Tour. The tour also marks more […]
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Virginia Beach. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Zeiders American Dream Theater under the gentle […]
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
Come enjoy our FREE kids art workshop every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm. no tickets necessary! Paint a different 3D-printed item every week. Kids 17 and under are free, 1 adult can paint per child for free*any other kits will be […]
$5 entry Additional prizing based on attendance OTS pack upon entry For more information, contact us at +1 757-877-3756