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A Taste of Camp with Girl Scouts! (Hampton Roads)

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Multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads Hampton Roads, VA

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

Charlotte’s Web (Norfolk)

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Goode Theatre at ODU 4601 Monarch Way, Norfolk

Join us as we discover the true meaning of friendship and celebrate life's everyday miracles, with the best-loved children's story of all time, Charlottes Web. As author E. B. White said, "Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder!"

$10 – $20

Photos with the Bunny at Greenbrier Mall (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Mall 1401 S Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake

Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Greenbrier Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every […]

Photos with the Bunny at Lynnhaven Mall (Virginia Beach)

Lynnhaven Mall 701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach

Get dressed in your Easter best and hop on by for a spring-tacular photo session with the adorable Easter Bunny. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every hour on the hour, kids can dance along […]

Monster Jam (Hampton)

Featured Monster Jam
Hampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton

With awesome trucks, amazing stunts and action-packed excitement, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! You’ll be close to the action watching the world’s best drivers tear up the dirt and show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles of speed and skill.

$30

Posh Baby Spring/Summer Consignment Sale (Virginia Beach)

Calvary Assembly of God 4925 Providence Rd, Virginia Beach

 New Sale Dates are: March 6-8, 2026!Registration will open for sellers 1/18. We have missed you - Did you miss us? Share with everyone you know and watch our socials for more info. We’re back BABY! -We organize the sales […]

Ongoing

Stuffed Animal Clinic at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Grissom Library 366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News

Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a wellness check-up! For children ages 3-10. Registration is not required. Attendance will be managed on a first come, first served basis.

Marigold Seed Handout at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA pick up marigold seeds and instructions for making biodegradable planting pots. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

March Madness Creative Crop! (Virginia Beach)

Church of the Ascension 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach

Join the Monthly Scrapbooking, Cardmaking & Crafting Fun Get ready for a little creative madness this March! Whether you’re a traditional scrapbooker, digital storyteller, cardmaker, papercrafter, or a hobbyist of any kind, this is your time to play, create, and connect. Come […]

King of Glory Children’s Consignment Sale (Williamsburg)

King of Glory Lutheran Church 4897 Longhill Rd, Williamsburg

Sale Hours:Volunteer Presale: Thursday, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmConsignor Presale: Friday, 8:00 am - 9:00 amPeanut Butter Pals: Friday, 8:30 am get in with a jar of peanut butterPublic Sale: Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (Full price)Public Sale: Saturday, […]

Teen & Adult Workshop: Digital Camera Basics Bootcamp at the Hermitage Museum (Norfolk)

Hermitage Museum & Gardens 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk

This intensive one-day class presents a basic introduction to manual settings on your digital SLR camera, so you can get out of auto and start shooting in manual. Students will learn shooting modes, image storage capabilities, file types, menus, exposure, […]

$135 – $150

Preschool Science at Pungo Blackwater Library (Virginia Beach)

Pungo Blackwater Library 916 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Let’s go Fishing! with Divine Little Crafters (Norfolk)

CoVA Church 301 S Newtown Rd, Norfolk

Free Crafting class for ages 2-6 that meet on a weekly basis. In this fun and hands-on lesson, kids will create their own colorful fish and go fishing in a playful game that brings imagination to life. Whether they’ve fished […]

Toddler Open Play at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]

Baby Open Play at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a traditionally structured program. Ages 6 to […]

Baby Open Play at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]

Baby Open Play at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]

Open Play at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

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.

Finger Gym at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Get those fingers working! Build eye/hand coordination and muscles in your childs hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3 -7 with a caregiver. Registration is required.

Preschool Paint at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Windsor Woods Area Library 3612 South Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach

Come and explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, first served […]

Babygarten at Downtown Branch at Slover (Norfolk)

The Slover / Downtown Branch Library 235 E. Plume Street, 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. (Babies, Ages 0-2)

Toddler Time at Van Wyck Branch Library (Norfolk)

Van Wyck Branch, Norfolk Public Library 1368 De Bree Ave., Norfolk

Toddler Time is an engaging program centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the event, we will have crafting and free play time.

1-2-3 Play With Me at Barron F. Black Library (Norfolk)

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

1-2-3 Play With Me is a playgroup and fun-filled program experience for children ages 1-3, parents, and caregivers. Each program includes a visit from a local childhood-development expert as well as free play, an art activity, circle time and resources […]

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center / Casemate Museum 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe

Join us in celebrating the contributions of women to the culture and community of Fort Monroe. This tour highlights the collective strength and influence of women; honoring their legacy and how they took the lead for future generations.

Model Railroad Museum Buildout (Norfolk)

Model Railroad Museum Buildout (Norfolk)
MacArthur Center 300 Monticello Ave,, Norfolk, VA

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 […]

Free

Elementary Art at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Come and explore different artistic styles and types of media. Please wear clothing suitable for getting messy. Ages 5-7 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Crafternoons at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults. Registration is not required.

Read Across America Day Author Carmen Oliver at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Celebrate Read Across America 2026 author Carmen Oliver for a special storytime featuring "Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies." This heartwarming story celebrates the joy of reading through the eyes of a young girl and her loveable companion. Attendees will […]

Lucky Green Slime Workshop at That Art Store (Portsmouth)

That Art Store 510 Middle Street, Portsmouth

Get messy and have fun making your own squishy, gooey lucky green slime in this hands-on workshop! Lucky Green Slime Workshop Get ready to dive into some messy fun at our Lucky Green Slime Workshop! Join us in person for […]

Open House & Tour – Arete Academy (Chesapeake & Virginia Beach)

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Arete Academy - Chesapeake 401 Waters Rd, Chesapeake +1 more

Arete Academy Enrollment for the 2026-2027 academic year is now OPEN!  Join us for an upcoming open house to tour our campuses and get your questions answered! Learn more about Arete Academy Here!

Free

First Friday Films at Barron F. Black Library (Norfolk)

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

Bring the gang to BFB for a family-friendly feature film!  Don't worry about the snacks--we've got you covered!  February: Ruby Bridges (1998) March: Hidden Figures (2016) April: Wonka (2023) May: Moana 2 (2024)

Blooming & Becoming: FREE Community Clothing Swap (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad 740 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Blooming & Becoming, a free community clothing swap hosted by Resourceful Minds on Friday, March 6th, 2025 from 4-7PM ✨ Bring your gently used clothing items and swap them for something new to you! It's […]

Free

First Friday at The Creative Well (Virginia Beach)

Creative Well Art Foundation 536 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach

Join us every First Friday of the month from 5 – 8 p.m. as the doors of the Creative Well Arts Foundation open wide for the community to explore! Step inside The Garage Gallery in the ViBe District and meet our five studio artists – Jen Abbott, Aidan Barton, […]

2026 Southside Lynnhaven Mall Deaf Silent Dinner (Virginia Beach)

Lynnhaven Mall 701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach

Lynnhaven Mall Deaf Silent Dinner is a Deaf social event for everyone who knows or is interested in American Sign Language (ASL), Deaf Culture, and Deaf community. Everyone welcome. Bring the kids, too! Any ages! We will meet at Lynnhaven […]

GLOW at SkyZone (Virginia Beach)

GLOW at SkyZone (Virginia Beach)
Sky Zone VB 1736 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach

We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and backlights transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Jump and dance the night away at our epic, neon party in the dark. SkySocks and waiver required. 2 hour sessions.   […]

$28.99

Planetarium Show at TCC: 3D Dinosaurs at Dusk (Virginia Beach)

TCC Planetarium Science Center - Bldg J, Virginia Beach

6 pm: 3D Dinosaurs at Dusk (Great for kids) It's a learning adventure of a father and his teenage daughter Lucy, who share a fascination for all things that fly. You'll travel back in time to meet the pterosaurs and […]

Free

First Friday Walking Tours (Virginia Beach)

VIBE Creative District 611 18th St, Virginia Beach

Every First Friday of the month at 6pm Meet up at the LOVE sign on the corner of 18h Street and Cypress Avenue. Free parking on 18th Street. Bring your friends or pup to tour over 1 mile of art […]

First Friday Guided Mural Tour (Virginia Beach)

VIBE Creative District 611 18th St, Virginia Beach

Every First Friday of the month at 6pm Meet up at the LOVE sign on the corner of 18th Street and Cypress Avenue. Free parking on 18th Street. No need to sign up– just show up! Bring your friends or […]

Family Fun Night at Glazenfyre (Chesapeake)

Glazenfyre 501 Kempsville Rd Ste A, Chesapeake

Family Night is a register-only event, so make sure you grab your seats at www.glazenfyre.com  before we sell out! Join us for Family Night, where creativity and connection come together! We invite families of all ages to relax, laugh and […]

$20

Shamrockin’ in Ghent 2026 (Norfolk)

In the heart of Ghent on Colley Avenue between Shirley Avenue and Brandon Avenue Norfolk

Shamrockin’ in Ghent 2026 Presented by Southern Bank Cue the bagpipes and break out the green! Shamrockin’ in Ghent returns to the heart of Ghent for another unforgettable block party! Join thousands of friends and neighbors as we celebrate with: Live music […]

Candlelight:Tribute to Taylor Swift (Portsmouth)

St. John’s Episcopal Church 424 Washington Street, Portsmouth

 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Portsmouth.  Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at St. John's Episcopal Church - Portsmouth under the […]

$46 – $75

Bad Movie Night at Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium: Gargoyles (Norfolk)

Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium 4501 Elkhorn Ave at ODU, Norfolk

Gargoyles (1972) “An anthropologist/paleontologist and his daughter stumble upon a colony of living, breathing gargoyles while travelling through the southwestern U.S.” Tickets are $5 per seat. Cash, credit, or debit accepted at the door. No early reservations for tickets. Seating […]

$5

Parents Night Out at the Virginia Beach Field House (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Beach Field House 2020 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach

Enjoy a well-deserved night off while your kids have a blast with field games, races, dinner, and more! Parents’ Night Out is back on February 13—drop them off for fun while you take time to recharge. Details & register: https://beachfieldhouse.com/parents-night-out/ […]

$25

Intro to Fencing Class (Chesapeake)

Intro to Fencing Class (Chesapeake)
Tidewater Fencing Club 1417 Kelland Dr, Ste J, Chesapeake

Get a taste of the physical and mental challenges of Olympic fencing with an introductory class! This one-hour class covers: a brief history of fencing as an Olympic sport the safety rules and about the protective equipment basic fencing stance […]

$20

Club Air at Get Air (Virginia Beach)

Club Air at Get Air (Virginia Beach)
Get Air Trampoline Park VB 701 Lynnhaven Pkwy, Virginia Beach

Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years […]

Planetarium Show at TCC: Natural Selection in 3D (Virginia Beach)

TCC Planetarium Science Center - Bldg J, Virginia Beach

7:20 pm: Natural Selection in 3D In this show we will join Charles Darwin on his voyage with the HMS Beagle to the Galapagos Islands where he got inspired for his later theory of transmutation by natural selection. From the […]

Free

VBGIGs presents American Patchwork Quartet (Virginia Beach)

Zeiders American Dream Theater 4509 Commerce Street, Virginia Beach

VBGIGs (Virginia Beach Globally Inspired Gatherings) returns at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6 in the Zeiders American Dream Theater with the Grammy Award-nominated folk and multicultural band American Patchwork Quartet! The performance is free and open to the public. […]

Free

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings (Portsmouth)

St. John’s Episcopal Church 424 Washington Street, Portsmouth

 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Portsmouth. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Hip-Hop on Strings at St. John's Episcopal Church under the […]

$45 – $83

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center / Casemate Museum 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe

Join us in celebrating the contributions of women to the culture and community of Fort Monroe. This tour highlights the collective strength and influence of women; honoring their legacy and how they took the lead for future generations.

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center / Casemate Museum 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe

Join us in celebrating the contributions of women to the culture and community of Fort Monroe. This tour highlights the collective strength and influence of women; honoring their legacy and how they took the lead for future generations.

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)

Women’s History Month Tour (Hampton)
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center / Casemate Museum 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe

Join us in celebrating the contributions of women to the culture and community of Fort Monroe. This tour highlights the collective strength and influence of women; honoring their legacy and how they took the lead for future generations.