This page may contain affiliate or sponsored links. MyActiveChild.com will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on an affiliate link, and the presence of our sponsors/advertising partners is what makes this website possible. Thank you for supporting us. For more information, see our terms of use.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Wrapping paper, gift bags, and more! JEB Fort Story MWR Library will have a gift-wrapping station inside One Stop beginning Monday, December 1 through Wednesday, December 31. Stop by and wrap your gift or donate materials for others to use. […]
In November 2025, the ViBe Creative District teamed up Atlantic Park to feature ViBe artists, students from VBSchools National Art Honor Society clubs and local creatives to hand paint surf boards for a 30 foot surfboard tree public art […]
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!
Celebrate the season with a spin back in time! Free Admission, Rides $1 Make new holiday memories while enjoying festively adorned horses and the historic Hampton Carousel decked out for the season, along with classic holiday tunes. Enjoy a free […]
Warhammer Apocalypse Game Day – 12/28 (All Day!) Join us on December 28 for a full day of Warhammer Apocalypse. This format is all about huge armies, dramatic moments, and the kind of battles that don’t fit into a normal […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
Welcome to Sheely family lights! Come out and see us Thanksgiving through New Year's Day!
Sock Skating returns to the Children's Museum of Virginia! Head upstairs to the second floor and enjoy the sock skating “ice" rink, open for a limited time only. Free with admission.
Lights At The Fountain - December 6th through January 1st from 5pm-9pm. This magical experience is filled with holiday lights, decorations, Instagrammable moments, and a custom soundtrack designed around City Center at Oyster Point's five-acre fountain plaza.
December 6th through January 1st at Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center showcases animated holiday shows synchronized to your favorite holiday carols on a 30-foot tall tree. Light shows play nightly from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every half hour! Seasonal décor, […]
School’s out but you have to work? Let the kids hang out with us at the Virginia Beach Field House for a fun-filled, activity-packed day! December 22, 23, 26, 29, 30 / Winter Break Camp Going by the Virginia Beach City […]
Operation Winter Break begins when Hampton City Schools are dismissed for winter break. This full-day fun camp will be offered Monday-Friday, Dec. 22, 2025, - Jan. 2, 2026 (closed Dec. 24, 25, 26 and Jan. 1) from 7 a.m. to […]
Operation Winter Break begins when Hampton City Schools are dismissed for winter break. This full-day fun camp will be offered Monday-Friday, Dec. 22, 2025, - Jan. 2, 2026 (closed Dec. 24, 25 & 26 and Jan. 1) from 7 a.m. […]
Operation Winter Break begins when Hampton City Schools are dismissed for winter break. This full-day fun camp will be offered Monday-Friday, Dec. 22, 2025, - Jan. 2, 2026 (closed Dec. 24, 25 & 26 and Jan. 1) from 7 a.m. […]
Allow your kids to stay active and have fun during winter break at Hrsportsplex’s Winter Break Camp! December 22nd, 23nd & 26th January 5th 7:30 am -4:30 pm Half/ Full Days - Soccer - Pickleball - Basketball - Dodgeball *Team […]
Join Camp JCC when school is not in session for Winter Break, Spring Break, and/or select federal holidays. Campers, currently in grades K-5th grade, can expect fun crafts, sports, games, gaga, and free swim with their Camp JCC friends. […]
VB KidFit’s Winter Break Fitness Camp is a fun-filled, fitness packed time where kids can play games and learn new skills with friends while staying off their screens and devices. Fitness Camp runs from 8:30am-2:30pm on the 22,23, 29, 30, […]
Step into the world of fashion and sewing with our fantastic day camps! Our camps are a blend of practical skills and boundless creativity, tailor-made for Kids ages 6-12! ???????? Join our fashion camp during the Christmas Holiday and Winter Recess […]
WINTER BREAK CAMP 2025! Join your favorite My Gym staff for an afternoon of games, relays, adventures, crafts and FUN!!! **Snack is provided, please bring a refillable water bottle. We are a NUT FREE camp, if providing your own snack. […]
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!
12/26: The Snowman’s Slumber Party 12/29: Dinosaur Ice Age 12/30: The Little Gym Winter Games 12/31: New Years Beach Bash Ages 3 - 10 years. Cost is $49 Secure your spot by texting (757) 500-5744 to enroll today!
A Holiday Break Event for Curious Minds and Creative Families December 27–30, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day Get ready to think, build, and create in this one-of-a-kind hands-on experience! Over four exciting days, families are invited to […]
Anime Bazaar: Holiday Edition We’re closing out the year with a TWO-DAY anime market event full of festive merch, cosplay, raffles, delicious treats, and community vibes! Saturday, December 27 | 3PM–10PM Sunday, December 28 | 10AM–8PM Locals Marketplace – 271 […]
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 […]
Join the Norfolk Park Rangers or a fun, easy nature walk during the Christmas Bird Count! Learn to spot and identify birds by sight and sound as we look for warblers, woodpeckers, wading birds, and more. Bring your own binoculars […]
"Wassail! Wassail! All over the town!" 'Tis the season for centuries-old holiday merriment. Grab your family and friends and join in the revelry during Christmastide in Virginia. https://www.visityorktown.org/calendar.aspx?EID=5177
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 […]
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 […]
A Royal Adventure in the Kingdom of the Snow Queen Sunday, December 28 | 10:00AM–2:00PM Kids 12 & under in costume get in FREE · Free for Members Step Into a Fairytale World of Winter Magic and High-Seas Adventure! Calling […]
Join us for the Annual Gingerbread House Competition & Exhibit, a festive showcase of creativity and holiday cheer! Open to the public for viewing and voting Wednesdays – Sundays | 10 AM – 5 PM Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum Proudly sponsored by […]
Celebrate the holidays with a festive adventure in the trees! The elves are back again, and they’ve gone rogue—hiding all over the trees! Join us for our Holiday Tree Hunt and see if you can track down our sneaky forest […]
Children ages 3–8 and their caregivers are invited to join us each month as we look, learn, and make in response to themes from our current exhibitions. This program for families will include close-looking at artwork, reading of a storybook, […]
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 […]
AGES 6 AND UP RECOMMENDED. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Wine will NOT be served at this class. Check website for theme. Saturday classes start at 11:30am or 1:00PM. Most Sunday classes and other Saturday classes […]
Learn how to make a star shaped trinket dish with crochet!In this class Elle will guide you through the process of creating a trinket dish in the shape pf a star! You should leave with the skills to create the […]
Learn to make Resin jewelry, suncatchers, or paint resin on glass. Prices range from $50 $65 depending on the project selected.
Two-day Kwanzaa Event: Dec. 28th Marketplace & Ceremony. Jan 1, 26 Emancipation Jubilee, Guest Speaker Scholar Dr. Colita Fairfax
The Museum is actively under development and is now gearing up for our Holiday Display! 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, […]
The Coleman Nursery Collection at the Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center offers a nostalgic, holiday-themed visual treat for young and old alike. Come visit the animated scenes of Christmas trees and lights, ice skaters, children sledding, little people, children from […]
Become a volunteer at the 757 Creative ReUse Center! This is a great time to start volunteering at the 757 Creative ReUse Center! We're currently looking for folks who can help recieve donations, sort and organize inventory, merchandise the retail […]
Join us for this program where knitters, crocheters and hand-stitchers meet to stitch along with others. No registration required. Audience: - Adults Age 19 or older - Young Adult Ages 12-18
These clinics are for participants who are interested in improving their stroke techniques. Participants must be comfortable swimming one length of the pool (25 meters/yards) demonstrating some knowledge of the specified stroke and rhythmic breathing pattern. Additionally, swimmers must be […]
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 […]
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 pieces, […]
Join us for an afternoon of multigame play for tweens, teens, and adults! Multiple game leaders will lead single-meeting campaigns for ages 9 through adult. Choose to play with teens & adults or tweens & families. Register by Tuesday, December […]
LIMITED TO 16 SEATS. Want to paint Warhammer 40K miniatures like a pro? This class is for you! Join us for a hands-on painting session where you’ll master techniques to get your minis Battle Ready in no time—and even learn how to […]
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 […]
Community: City of Hampton, VA come test your problem solving skills in the latest edition of the willow oaks escape room. ages 10 & up.*registration is required to book a time slot. call 757-850-5114, to see what is available and […]
Join us the 4th Sunday of each month (excluding holidays) for three hours of board games/tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. YCPL owns a varied collection of board and card games such as Catan, The Resistance, Rummikub, Ticket to Ride: London, […]
The merry, mysterious hit returns! In Mark Shanahan’s joyful and clever play, Moriarty is dead, and Sherlock is a haunted man. But when a grown Tiny Tim comes knocking on Sherlock’s door asking for an investigation into the untimely death […]
Entry-$5 Ots Pack upon entryAdditional prizing based on attendance For more details, contact us at +1 757-877-3756
All experience levels welcome! No cost to play! Come out and meet some new people and play some Pathfinder.For details on the Pathfinder Society visit PFS site here https://paizo.com/pathfinderSociety.To volunteer as GM, sign in as a player, or learn about […]
Whether you’re a collector, new player, or TCG veteran, Lorcana Play can help you connect with Illumineers to trade and play. As a Lorcana Play participant, you’ll earn League points for playing or for participating in other activities. Lorcana Play […]
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!
Need an activity the whole family will love? Look no further than our Family Day at Muse! These events are perfect for all ages, not just kids, to enjoy in a lighthearted paint event. Our artist instructors will lead you […]
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 […]
Whether your child is naturally energetic or shy, Zen Kids Yoga can be adapted to meet their needs, creating a supportive environment where they can thrive! Our Kids Yoga program is playful and engaging, blending yoga-inspired games, breathing exercises, affirmations, […]
Celebrate the holidays at the annual Suffolk Festival of Lights at Sleepy Hole Park. Open 5-9 p.m. Free for all ages! Friday, November 28 – Sunday November, 30 Thursday, December 4 – Sunday, December 7 Thursday, December 11 – Friday, […]
*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 […]
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 […]
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 […]