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Poquoson Public Library
500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson
Frigid weather brings hardship for many local families in need of winter clothing. Please help the library’s Teen Advisory Board confront the cold by donating new hats, gloves, and socks in all sizes to the Share the Warmth Drive. Donations […]
Find our 8 wooden cut out turkeys in and around City facilities from November 1 through November 20. When you have located a turkey simply scan the code on the back using your phone and enter to win a grocery […]
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Corner of 19th Street and Arctic Avenue, Virginia Beach
Located on Virginia Beach Oceanfront -Early morning beach cruise -Sand obstacle course all day & night -Jeep & 4x4 Vendor zone & displays -Friendly gathering of Jeep enthusiasts With an exclusive night sand course, and an LED light driving […]
The Virginia Zoo is pleased to once again offer free admission to federal employees in hopes of bringing joy and connection to our community during the government shutdown. Starting Saturday, November 8, federal employees will receive free admission to the […]
The Mariners' Museum and Park
100 Museum Drive, Newport News
The Mariners’ annual toy drive is back! Help bring happiness and hope to a child this holiday season by donating to Toys for Tots. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child aged newborn to teen on your next visit. […]
Virginia Beach Convention Center
1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach commemorates the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and honors the country’s prisoners of war and those missing in action (POW-MIA) with special events planned for Nov. 7-11. The Moving Wall, a half-size traveling replica of […]
The Museum is actively under development. We are working hard to create an exciting experience in model railroading for you. We currently have 10 operational layouts in all the major scales, a locomotive race track, and a Carrera race car […]
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 […]
The Mariners' Museum and Park
100 Museum Drive, Newport News
FREE with $1 admission Have a family member, friend or loved one who needs a tailored museum experience? Join us for Friendly Hours on the second Sunday of each month! Friendly Hours is an inclusive time reserved for guests, including […]
Children's Museum of Virginia
221 High Street, Portsmouth
Trains, cars, buses and more get us where we need to go. Explore different types of transportation with hands-on activities. Designed for special needs families or those who prefer a gentler pace. Use code ANDALO to reserve your spot.
Yorktown Riverwalk Landing
331 Water Street, Yorktown
Well, shiver me timbers! You can enjoy an entire weekend dedicated to celebrating everything there is to love about our waterfront locale! During this extended farmers market, sample some of the best seafood in the area including clam chowder, Virginia […]
Sky Zone VB
1736 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach
Enjoy the freedom of jumping. Sensory hours provide a quieter, toned-down jumping experience for those with special needs. Children under the age of 13 cannot be left alone without parent or guardian supervision.
Owl Creek Landing / Nautilus Tower
801 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach
Join us for a peaceful, guided Gratitude Walk through the trees at Owl Creek Landing. Together, we’ll take time to slow down, connect with nature, and reflect on the things that bring us joy and gratitude this season. Led by […]
The Play Spot
648 Grassfield Pkwy, Suite 3, 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 […]
Hampton Roads Convention Center
1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton
The Hampton Roads Convention Center is excited to host the Bodacious Bazaar, a 3-day shopping extravaganza from November 7-9, 2025! This vibrant and eclectic marketplace is your chance to explore a treasure trove of unique, handmade goods from a diverse array of […]
Doubletree Hotel Norfolk
1500 North Military Highway, Norfolk
Join us for our next Anime-Fest Show here in Norfolk, VA. Its fun everyone and Kids Admission FREE under 11 and 1 per adult. Voice Actors, Vendors, Trivia, Video Game & Cosplay Contests. Norfolk Anime-Fest is an anime collectors’ mecca […]
Visitors can sample some of the best seafood in the area, like oysters, lobster rolls, and shrimp. Artisans will be selling nautical-inspired jewelry and art. Pirates will invade the waterfront to talk to kids about seafaring life, and there will […]
Peninsula Family Skating Center
307 Main Street, Newport News
$7.50 Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity: Medium Music Level: Medium-High Strobe Lights: Yes
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 […]
James City County Library
7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg
Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues, and stop in the program room for a sensory adventure! Enjoy an hour of sensory bin play, a simple craft and coloring, […]
757 Creative Reuse Center
MacArthur Center 3000 Monticello Ave, Norfolk
Learn the basics of Crochet and starting a project! In this class Elle will teach you the basics of crochet. Learn the chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet stitches. If you have yarn you'd like to use, please bring […]
Sons of Vikings
Norfolk Premium Outlets, 1600 Premium Outlets Blvd. Suite 632, Norfolk
Come meet local Viking reenactors on Sunday, Nov. 9th at Sons of Vikings (Celtic & Viking shop) at the Norfolk Premium Outlets. Store #632 The Society of Amateur Vikings for General Reenactment (SAVGR) is a family friendly, interactive group. SAVGR […]
𝟐 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 ...𝟏 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭! Join us as we Salute Our Veterans with an afternoon of horses, community, gratitude and fun! - Sunday, November 9 | 12–4 PM- Liberty Lane Farm with Stars and Stripes Drill Team- Bridlewood Estates […]
𝟐 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 ...𝟏 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭! Join us as we Salute Our Veterans with an afternoon of horses, community, gratitude and fun! - Sunday, November 9 | 12–4 PM- Liberty Lane Farm with Stars and Stripes Drill Team- Bridlewood Estates […]
Join us for a fun afternoon from 12–4 PM!Come meet the author, pick up your Tucker’s Big Virginia Adventure presale books, and enjoy a family-friendly day at Afterglow Brewing. Kids can color their own Tucker worksheet, while parents relax with […]
Painting with a Twist - Hampton
1230 Merchant Lane, Hampton
Paint. Relax. Rejuvenate. Join us for a Peaceful Escape to Create some lasting Memories. No painting experience needed, on the other hand, we do require a lot of smiles and laughter! Arrive 15 minutes early to be seated and to […]
Painting with a Twist - Hampton
1230 Merchant Lane, Hampton
Paint. Relax. Rejuvenate. Join us for a Peaceful Escape to Create some lasting Memories. No painting experience needed, on the other hand, we do require a lot of smiles and laughter! Arrive 15 minutes early to be seated and to […]
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 […]
The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour. Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and Chicago Tribune proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity […]
Join us every Sunday, anytime between 1pm-5pm, for a completely FREE and fun filled time of 3D-printed painting. Fun for all ages! We provide everything you need for your craft plus free snacks and drinks, all ages under 17 *CRAFTS […]
Chesapeake Central Library
298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake
Once you have this lesson and can digitize materials, library card holders will have a badge added to their account so that they can reserve additional time in the studio from staff. Click here for more details on our Preservation […]
The English Rose Tea Room
3103 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach
We will be serving Afternoon Tea with scones, Devonshire Cream & jam, assorted tea sandwiches & sweets with tea. Reservation required by email or Facebook messenger $35.00 per person.
Outside the Lines Art Studio
617 Colonial Ave., Norfolk
BYOP Crafternoon: Bring your own project and create in community! We’ll spend a couple of hours stitching, painting, weaving…whatever you’re working on, let’s work on it together! Studio supplies will be available to take your project to the next level. […]
Enter the world of Jane Austen with Kate Hamill’s Emma! A sharp, witty, and laugh-out-loud modern take on the classic tale of love, matchmaking, and mischief. Regency style meets contemporary flair… this is not your English teacher’s Jane Austen. Emma […]
Card-Again Games
1710 East Little Creek Rd, Su 105, Norfolk
Battles rage across the multiverse, planeswalkers and wizards all bring about all they can muster to dominate! Test your mettle and your wild ideas in a at your LGS!
James City County Library
7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg
Reading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy, four-legged friend, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience. Drop in to read a story to trained therapy dogs, no […]
Harrison Opera House
160 West Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk
Cinderella embarks on an enchanting journey the entire family will enjoy! Amidst the glimmering splendor of 18th-century Italy, a kind-hearted dreamer rises above her misfortunes in search of love and her rightful place in the world. This timeless tale of […]
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach
Sunday, November 9 | 3:00pm-4:00pm. Member Registration October 13. Public Registration October 14. Free to the public! Learn how researchers investigate and search for solutions to the global concern of invasive species during this free lecture, presented by Dr. Nancy […]
Hang out and bring your dominoes case if you have one and we’ll spend an afternoon of free family fun with some sweets and playing the game of Dominoes. Learn Mexican Train Dominoes if you have want to learn this […]
Hampton Roads Convention Center
1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton
Jazz Legacy Foundation 13th Annual Gala Weekend Featuring: Jonathan Butler Gerald Albright Maysa Jon B Eric Essix - VIP Entertainment 1:45 pm - Doors Open VIP Buffet Lunch 2:30 pm - Doors Open Special Reserved & General Admission 3:00 pm - […]
Sunday Family Funday at Norfolk Scope! Make this Sunday a family day you won’t forget! Buy 1 adult ticket and get up to 3 kids tickets for just $10 each — plus enjoy 1 FREE Activity Zone wristband for extra […]
Zen Hot Yoga
3352 Princess Anne Rd, #901, Virginia Beach
Zen Kids Yoga is BACK!Sundays at Zen just became even more family friendly. Led by Amy, our Kids Yoga class is designed for kids ages 6–11. This playful yet mindful class blends yoga-inspired games, breathing exercises, affirmations, and age-appropriate poses […]
Outside the Lines Art Studio
617 Colonial Ave., Norfolk
Create all kinds of things with all kinds of things in a fun, low key art club environment! From charcoal to colored pencil to acrylics, still life to sculpture to Manga...there'll even be occasional field trips into the neighborhood to […]
St. Mark Lutheran Church
118 Old York Hampton Hwy., Yorktown
Mark your calendars for "Sing With Us!" on Sunday, 11/9/2025, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Yorktown. This event will showcase our talented Chamber Singers and Choristers. Featuring performances by our Chamber Singers & Choristers in a free community concert, […]
Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce Street, Virginia Beach
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 Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons at Zeiders American Dream Theater under the gentle […]
The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour. Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and Chicago Tribune proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity […]
Wine & Design NN
882 J. Clyde Morrie Blvd, Newport News
*CALL TO BOOK* Release your inner artist at Wine and Design! This fun family friendly activity is perfect for all ages. You will splash, squirt, and throw paint at your canvas to create your very own masterpiece! Bring a playlist […]
Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce Street, Virginia Beach
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 Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More […]