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Local Visiting Museum Exhibits (Hampton Roads)

Find our BIG LIST of Current and Upcoming Visiting Exhibits at area Museums in Hampton Roads Virginia: https://hamptonroads.myactivechild.com/blog/current-museum-exhibits-in-hampton-roads/ There are so many amazing museums and historical locations in Virginia, it can be hard to keep track of when exhibits are […]

Fine Motor Finger Gym at Suffolk Public Library (Suffolk)

Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington Street, Suffolk +1 more

Strengthen your child's hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills with this hands-on kit. Activities may include cutting, pinching, threading and writing, helping to build essential skills for early writing development. For ages 3-5. Fine Motor Skill kits can be picked up […]

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FREE Summer Meals for Kids (Hampton Roads)

Hampton Roads, VA Hampton Roads

Don't miss this list of the locations near you where kids can access free meals and other resources while school is out this summer: FREE SUMMER MEALS - CLICK HERE Chesapeake | Hampton | Newport News | Norfolk | Portsmouth […]

Ongoing

Butterfly Haven at Virginia Living Museum (Newport News)

The Virginia Living Museum 524 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News

Step inside Butterfly Haven, a breathtaking walk-through experience where native butterflies flutter around you in a lush, immersive habitat. Marvel at their delicate beauty, observe their incredible life cycle up close—from tiny eggs to fluttering adults—and discover the essential role […]

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium 801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

Get ready to experience our exciting courses in a cool and alternative way! Our evening Glow in the Park events allow you to zipline through trees lit up by glow attire, colored lights, music and more! Glow in the Park is […]

$57.00

Shark Week at the Virginia Living Museum! (Newport News)

The Virginia Living Museum 524 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News

Sharks play a vital role in keeping our oceans healthy—come celebrate these incredible creatures and learn how you can help protect them! Photo Opportunities (Available July 1–31)Capture the moment with these jaw-some setups: Shark Cage – Upper Level near Touch Pool […]

Color Scavenger Hunt Playgroup FIT4MOM Southwest Chesapeake (Chesapeake)

Mount Trashmore 310 Edwin Dr, Virginia Beach

Color Scavenger Hunt Playgroup with FIT4MOM Date: July 14thTime: 10:00 AM (right after class)Location: Right near the kid's Cove PlaygroundJoin us after class for a fun and interactive Color Scavenger Hunt Playgroup! We’ll provide a simple, kid-friendly hunt where little […]

Free

Storytime at Major Hillard Library (Chesapeake)

Major Hillard Library 824 Old George Washington Hwy N, Chesapeake

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Yoga Storytime at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Curious about yoga? This family event features stories, movement, music, stretching, and fun taught by a Registered Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Story Time with Author Debra Kempf Shumaker at Yorktown Library

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Age Group: Infants - Preschool, Families Join author Debra Kempf Shumaker as she reads her rhyming nonfiction picture books PECULIAR PRIMATES and FREAKY, FUNKY FISH, gets kids moving, and sings some silly songs. For Families, no registration required. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying […]

Family Storytime at North Suffolk Library (Suffolk)

North Suffolk Library 2000 Bennets Creek Park Road, Suffolk

An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) and their caregivers. Family Storytime is geared for birth through 5.

Babies in Bloom at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Grissom Library 366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News

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 […]

Garden Days at Cuffee Library (Chesapeake)

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach & Innovation Library 2726 Border Road, Chesapeake

Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.

KinderSTEM at Barron F. Black Branch Library (Norfolk)

Barron F. Black Branch, Norfolk Public Library 6700 East Tanners Creek Drive, Norfolk

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! Preschool (3 - 5)

Babygarten at Park Place Branch Library (Norfolk)

Park Place Branch Library 620 West 29th St., Norfolk

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 and caregivers. (Babies, Ages 0-2) From June to August 2025, Babygarten at Park Place will be occurring every other […]

Spongy Paint Lab at Russell Memorial Library (Chesapeake)

Russell Memorial Library 2808 Taylor Rd, Chesapeake

Are you ready kids? I can't hear you! Teens and preteens are welcome to express their spongy side with guided under-the-sea painting this summer. Register today to reserve your canvas & take it home!

Dance with GSA: Int/Adv Pointe & Variations (Norfolk)

Governor's School for the Arts (GSA) 254 Granby St, Norfolk

Ages 13 to Adult, drop-in $10 per class, paid directly to each instructor. Classes are held in the Expansion dance studios. Since we have a secure building, students will be let in 15 minutes prior to each class. Each instructor will […]

$10

Make it Monday-Finish the Art at Poquoson Public Library

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on July 14, 2025 @ 11:30am. This event is for registrants age 3 to 5. Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" […]

Elementary Animal Adaptations with Author Debra Kempf Shumaker at Yorktown Library

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Join author Debra Kempf Shumaker for an interactive reading of her STEM-themed picture book Freaky Funky Fish. Kids will learn some amazing and weird facts about fish adaptations, followed by an adaptation activity. This program is meant for Elementary Age […]

Lunch & More at Morgan Memorial Library (Suffolk)

Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington Street, Suffolk

Meals are served at Morgan Memorial Library in the meeting room and are available for children on a first-come, first-served basis. Lunch is served from 12:301:30 p.m.

Kids’ Movie Day at Cradock Branch Library (Portsmouth)

Cradock Branch, Portsmouth Library 28 Prospect Parkway, Portsmouth

Enjoy a kids' movie every Monday at 1 pm! June 30th- Wild Robot July 7th- Inside Out July 14th- Dog Man July 21st- Despicable Me 4 July 28th- A Minecraft Movie August 4th- Moana 2 August 11th- Kung Fu Panda […]

Maker Monday at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Explore STEM with hands on activities like building with LEGOs, KEVA planks, marble runs, and other fun toys. Join us every week for different activities.

Pokémon Club at South Norfolk Memorial Library (Chesapeake)

South Norfolk Memorial Library 801 Poindexter St, Chesapeake

Choose your Pokémon deck to play other Trainers. Learn to build decks and strategize. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All skill levels are welcome. No trading of cards at this event.

The InterACTive Theater of Jef at Pearl Bailey Library (Newport News)

Pearl Bailey Library 2510 Wickham Ave, Newport News

Families will enjoy Jef (a mime) as he presents a variety show which includes juggling, balancing, and a sing-along, with lots of audience participation. Children of all ages are welcome. Registration is not required. This event is offered as part […]

Military- Family Bingo at LAFB Library (Hampton)

Langley AFB Bateman Library 42 Ash Ave Langley AFB, Hampton

oin us for a fun-filled Family Bingo event! Enjoy exciting rounds of free bingo, great prizes, and quality time with loved ones. This event is open to all ages. Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail [email protected]. This event is open to […]

Book Character Play and Draw at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

Drop in for a fun-filled library adventure where preschoolers through elementary-aged kids and their families can play games inspired by beloved book characters and get creative drawing their favorites! No registration needed—just bring your imagination and join the fun! Disclaimer(s) […]

Building A Fort at Blyden Branch Library (Norfolk)

Blyden Branch Library 897 East Princess Anne Road, Norfolk

Fort Monroe invites you to learn about the importance of forts and our community's role in the Civil War. Participants will then get to create their own forts and cannons using legos and other fun supplies! (Ages 5-17)

Make it Monday-Finish the Art at Poquoson Public Library

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on July 14, 2025 @ 3:00pm. This event is for registrants grade Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It […]

Creative Writing at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Do you want to try your hand at writing a fictional narrative? Learn what makes a story engaging for an audience and discover the ways various writers have approached the craft.

Build Bash at Janaf Branch Library (Norfolk)

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. (School Age)

Muse Mondays at Russell Memorial Library (Chesapeake)

Russell Memorial Library 2808 Taylor Rd, Chesapeake

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Teen Advisory Board at Poquoson Public Library

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on July 14, 2025 @ 2:52pm. Calling all 6th-12th graders! The Teen Advisory Board needs you to share your ideas and abilities to make our library and the community a better […]

Dance with GSA: Theatre Jazz (Norfolk)

Governor's School for the Arts (GSA) 254 Granby St, Norfolk

Ages 13 to Adult, drop-in $10 per class, paid directly to each instructor. Classes are held in the Expansion dance studios. Since we have a secure building, students will be let in 15 minutes prior to each class. Each instructor will […]

$10

Improv Quest! at FFX (Virginia Beach)

Family Fun Xperience [FFX] 206 16th Street,, Virginia Beach

Unique Improv Show at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront: IMPROV QUEST An Interactive Comedy Adventure Where You Help Shape the Story! "A Must-Do Experience for All Ages" No script. No map. Just imagination. Every I.Q. journey begins with you. Step into […]