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Start Your Girl Scout Adventure at a FREE Event! (Hampton Roads)

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Multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads V

When you’re a Girl Scout, every adventure is an opportunity for unexpected experiences and newfound friendships. Choose a Discover Girl Scout event to attend and get started today!

Free

Photos with Santa at Lynnhaven Mall (Virginia Beach)

Lynnhaven Mall 701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach

It’s time to make magical memories this holiday season! Enjoy festive photos with Santa, and capture a moment you’ll treasure for years to come. Reserve your spot for this timeless tradition.

Santa Visit at Greenbrier Mall (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Mall 1401 S Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake

Don't miss Santa pictures at Greenbrier Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time.

Skate the Riverwalk (Norfolk)

Towne Bank Fountain Park 2521 Waterside drive, Norfolk

Skate the Riverwalk at this all-new ice rink inside Norfolk’s beloved Winterfest on the Wisconsin celebration. Glide under twinkling lights, surrounded by the charm of the holidays, festive music, and the joyful energy of the waterfront. Whether you're sipping cocoa […]

Winterfest on the Wisconsin (Norfolk)

Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk

Stroll through over two million dazzling lights, enjoy live entertainment, and explore the all-new Kingdom of the Snow Queen, a 30,000 sq. ft. indoor experience filled with wonder.

$13 – $22

Great Gingerbread Train Competition Entry Period (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake City Hall 306 Cedar Road, Chesapeake

Entry period: November 14 - December 13, 2025. Great Gingerbread Train Competition participants are encouraged to learn about and craft trains that were vital to the region’s timbering and lumber industry in the Great Dismal Swamp from the 1830s until […]

Cards for Veterans at MacArthur Memorial (Norfolk)

MacArthur Memorial 198 Bank St., Norfolk

Our annual Cards for Veterans Program returns for another year! During opening hours, come to our Visitor Center to make a holiday card wishing cheer and goodwill to our local Hampton Roads veterans! Cards will be delivered to local VA […]

Free

Celebration in Lights at Newport News Park

Newport News Park 13560 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News

Now in its 33rd season, Virginia’s first holiday drive-through light show features two miles of fanciful holiday scenes created with over one million lights. Installations include light tunnels, falling snow, penguins, polar bears, snowmen, and more! Travel through the seasons […]

Ongoing

Winterfest Riverwalk (Norfolk)

The Pagoda 265 West Tazewell Street, Norfolk

Norfolk’s first-ever lighted waterfront trail Stroll the all-new Winterfest Riverwalk, a free, mile-long illuminated experience stretching from the Pagoda & Oriental Gardens around the Battleship and through Town Point Park. Explore dazzling lighted trees, waterfront photo moments, and festive music […]

Dominion Energy Garden of Lights – Walk the Garden Aglow (Norfolk)

Norfolk Botanical Garden 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk

Enjoy a magical walk through the Garden’s national award-winning holiday lights. MORE Sparkles, MORE Surprises, MORE fun! As you stroll through the dazzling displays of the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights, we’ve made sure your holiday cravings are covered! Along […]

BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights on the Beach (Virginia Beach)

2nd Street at the Boardwalk Virginia Beach

Experience the enchantment of jumping fish, musical crabs, lively elves, and joyous penguins dancing in illuminated splendor against the moonlit backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. The 2025 BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach promises lifelong memories with a […]

Holt Family Lights (Chesapeake)

Holt Family Residence 705 Tallahassee Dr, Chesapeake

Hours: Mondays-Thursdays 5:30-8:30pm Fridays-Saturdays 5:30-10pm Sundays 5:30-9:00pm The display will run nightly (weather permitting) from November 22 through Christmas Eve. Character Nights with Buddy, Santa, the Grinch, Elmo, and Cookie Monster will be December 13th and 20th from 6-8pm. This […]

Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot 10K & Mile (Virginia Beach)

Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA 4441 South Blvd, Virginia Beach

The 48th Annual Turkey Trot 10K and 1 Mile Run provides a traditional quality running event for families & runners of all abilities.    COURSE: Both Races are holiday traditions, family-friendly, with deeply discounted youth registrations.           One […]

48th Annual Turkey Trot 10K & 1 Mile Run (Virginia Beach)

Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA 4441 South Blvd, Virginia Beach

 Join Us for the 48th Annual Turkey Trot 10K & 1 Mile Run!Start your Thanksgiving morning with a Hampton Roads tradition that brings families, friends, and runners of all abilities together for some festive fitness fun! Race Details: 1 Mile Run/Walk […]

Turkey Trot Hike (Virginia Beach)

First Landing - The Narrows 225 64th Street, Virginia Beach

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Start your holiday morning with a refreshing Turkey Trot Hike at First Landing State Park (64th Street entrance, Virginia Beach, VA) on Thursday, November 27th.  Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Meeting Spot: Parking lot just past the […]

Free Thanksgiving Dinner (Virginia Beach)

Village Church 4013 Indian River Rd,, Virginia Beach

Thanksgiving Dinner - Dine In or Take OutRSVP Call/Text (757) 450-8368Village Church4013 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Mini Z Race Night – Every Thursday in Store at HobbyTown (Yorktown)

Hobbytown Yorktown 5007 Victory Blvd, Yorktown

Come test your micro R/C racing skill on our indoor RCP track! Track is open every day during store hours but you'll see the most drivers on Thursdays!Open to all Mini Zs and Losi Micros. $5 entry fee for all […]

Thanksgiving Buffet at Dave & Busters (Virginia Beach)

Dave and Buster's - Virginia Beach 701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach

Join us for a traditional feast- Roast Turkey and Ham and all of the fixings! We will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving buffet from 4:30-7:30 on November 27th. Stay and Play with our Discounted Power Cards! Tickets include: Thanksgiving Dinner […]

$26.60

Military Thanksgiving Buffet (Virginia Beach)

Dave and Buster's - Virginia Beach 701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach

Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach would like to say THANK YOU for your service and dedication, and what better day than THANKSGIVING! Join us for a traditional feast- Roast Turkey and Ham and all of the fixings! We will be […]

$26.60

Winter Lantern Festival at Jamestown Settlement (Williamsburg)

Jamestown Settlement 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg

Winter Lantern Festival is lighting up Williamsburg! Wander through hundreds of stunning lanterns, enjoy live shows, tasty food, and festive fun for all ages. Here for a limited time — don’t miss it!

Deck the Hall (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake City Hall 306 Cedar Road, Chesapeake

November 27, 2025 to New Year's Day from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. nightly Experience this drive-through light display of holiday themes from the comfort of your car. It's sure to get you in the holiday spirit!

Thursday Night Gundam at Atomic Comics Emporium II (Newport News)

Atomic Comics Emporium II 467 Denbigh Blvd Ste B, Newport News

Gundam Card Game Tournaments $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. For more details, contact us […]

Sheely Family Lights (Chesapeake)

Sheely Family Lights Ava Court, Chesapeake

Welcome to Sheely family lights! Come out and see us Thanksgiving through New Year's Day!

2025 Pugh Christmas Light Show – Grand Illumination (Chesapeake)

Pugh family residence 902 Heydon Court, Chesapeake

Honoring Cooper & Supporting the Chesapeake Humane Society: Join us as we kick off the holiday season with the Pugh Christmas Light Show Grand Illumination — a night filled with magic, music, and the spirit of giving. This year’s show […]

2025 Pugh Christmas Light Show (Chesapeake)

Pugh family residence 902 Heydon Court, Chesapeake

The Lights Are Back — and This Year, They Shine for Cooper This holiday season, our Christmas light show is dedicated to a very special boy — Cooper, our loyal and loving pup who crossed the rainbow bridge this October. […]