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Little Farmers classes are hands-on, small-group sessions where kids step into real farm life - meeting animals, exploring the fields, and learning where their food actually comes from. Kids will move, explore, and engage with the farm in a meaningful way.
Voted #1 Butterfly House and Garden by USA TODAY 10BEST! Open: June 14 - September 30 Our Summer Butterfly House offers an up-close look at native butterflies in a vibrant, enclosed habitat filled with nectar-rich plants. Originally a temporary exhibit in 2009, […]
Enjoy hot summer movies on the big screen again! 2026 Summer Kids Series will only be available Jun 22 – Aug 13, at select locations, with a different movie each week. Tickets will go on sale weekly. $1 admission See […]
Enjoy our Summer Fruit Tea Tasting event from July 31st to August 2nd, 2026, for $65.00 a person, with a multi-course meal paired with themed teas. See website for times and schedule. Four courses: Strawberry and Feta Garden Salad: Fresh crisp […]
The Virginia Beach Polyfest is the largest Polynesian festival on the East Coast. The three-day cultural celebration is free and open to the public, featuring traditional music, dance groups, arts and crafts, an island pageant, and authentic Polynesian food vendors. […]
Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly ride on the Atlantic Explorer to see bottlenose dolphins and other coastal Virginia animals like seabirds, sea turtles, and more. Guests will join the Aquarium's knowledgeable educators on board to learn about their unique sightings while […]
Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express, offering showings for $1, begins June 1 and continues through August 13. Screenings begin at 11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Attendees can also get $3 off a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn, […]
Sending the kids back to school looking and feeling their absolute best shouldn't cost a fortune. That’s why the Newmarket Baptist Church Free Back to School Giveaway is offering FREE HAIRCUTS and FREE CLOTHES!We also have free furniture items available […]
Join a fun summer morning at Festival Park!The City of Portsmouth is holding the 12th Annual Coast Guard Race.With 5K, 10K and 15K options, the race is a unique opportunity for everyone to honor the local Coast Guard community.
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We have designed our trampoline parks with special needs as a primary focus, creating inclusive playgrounds where kids of all ages and abilities can come together in an environment that facilitates shared play and fun. Our goal is for Get […]
Finney Family First Foundation Community Day Youth Basketball camp 9 AM to 1 PM The free basketball camp is open to ages 7–13, with registration starting at 12 PM on July 20th. Community Cookout from 2 PM to 6 PM. free […]
Step to the rhythm and get your body moving! This beginner-friendly fitness class turns your workout into a dance party. Bring water and a mat Reservations encouraged, walk-ups welcome. Age 14+ A Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation Membership is NOT […]
Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]
Volunteers will work with our staff on seasonal tasks such as weeding, planting, cleaning, pruning, and light maintenance. Dress for working outdoors, and bring your work gloves and reusable water bottle. Target age: 16 and above
Discover the world of insects with Master Naturalists, Maurice Cullen and Dean Firth, local experts on butterflies, moths, and other fascinating bugs. During this guided walk, we will explore the pollinator garden created by Maurice and local students while learning to identify […]
The Coastal Classic Horseman’s Club is a family-friendly horse club and show series built on a shared love of horses and community. The Club exists to promote horsemanship, sportsmanship, and a welcoming environment for riders of all ages and skill […]
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. The Home Depot Kids Workshops are designed for children ages 5-12. We encourage parents […]
Join Us for Season 18 of Old Beach Farmers Market! We’re back for another incredible season! Every Saturday from April through October, find us at 611 18th Street in the ViBe Creative District from 9 AM to 12 PM—your destination […]
Eliza Hope's Summer Paddle Board Day is back! We can't wait to welcome you and your family again this year at First Landing State Park (camping side). Your $20 registration covers snacks, water, and the Park entrance fee. Life vests […]
At the Olde Towne Farmers Market. Join us for informal Classic Cars & Coffee at the historic Olde Towne Farmers Market. Classic cars get FREE up-front, car-show-style parking and FREE gourmet coffee for the drivers. Great spot to bring the […]
Are you an art aficionado in southeast VA? Come see up to 35 local artists for a sidewalk art show on the first Saturday of the month in walkable Olde Towne Portsmouth VAs Cultural Arts District, conveniently located between the […]
Every Saturday. starting at 9 AM in spring summer. The Olde Towne Farmers Market offers fresh regional and local produce, meats, holiday floral arrangements, baked goods, one-of-a-kind gift items by local artisans, and more!.
200+ Tables Free Admission Free Parking Pokémon Sports Cards & Memorabilia Custom Arts & Crafts One Piece Yu-Gi-Oh! Toys Comics Magic: The Gathering Retro Games & Collectibles Buy ~ Sell ~ Trade ~ Collect
Originally created as the Hampton Roads Reptile Expo in 2012, Exoticon has evolved into a platform that brings a multitude of exotic pets and reptiles from the top breeders, vendors, and educators throughout the United States together. Showcasing every day […]
Ahoy! Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for a dinosaur-themed tea party and story time! Don’t forget to bring your favorite stuffed animal! Recommended for ages 3+. Light refreshments are included for registered children. All attending adults and children are required to […]
Join us for our children’s book club program to read and craft to commemorate African Landing Day! This month we’re reading The Year We Learned to Fly by Jacqueline Woodson, and crafting at creation stations! Love the book? Check it out at […]
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 […]
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
Adventure awaits at New Quarter Park, 1000 Lakeshead Dr, Williamsburg, as we offer a fun, FREE activity for children aged 2 to 5. Join us for our Storytime Activity, starting at 10 am. No registration is required. Don’t miss out […]
Beat the summer heat and enjoy a family movie morning at Nauticus! Join us every Saturday in August at 10 AM for a big-screen favorite included with your admission to Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin. August Schedule at 10AM: August 1 […]
Get ready for the new school year at our FREE Back to School Bash! Join NAVSTA Norfolk MWR for a morning of family fun featuring FREE school supplies (while supplies last), community resources, and a FREE game of bowling for […]
In World War II, the Tuskegee Airmen were a segregated group of African-American military pilots and support staff. They were known for their bravery and aerial prowess. Did you know that a couple of them called Virginia Beach home? Come […]
Newport News is bringing the community together this summer in a vibrant new way with the launch of its Roots & Rhythm Marketplace, an exciting open-air experience that blends shopping, live entertainment, local flavor, family activities, and interactive experiences into […]
Visit the Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market on the first Saturday of each month, rain or shine, and enjoy the eclectic collection of unique and antique wares. With more than 70 vendors, you will discover a great selection of […]
Clothes & Comfort 360 is a nonprofit organization that provides free clothing to citizens in need. The clothes are gently used.
Watches and Wheels Cruise In at Madison Jewelers Join 757 Auto Events as we team with Madison Jewelers and 106.1 Real Country for a unique classics and customs cruise in with an amazing watch trunk show and sale! We will […]
Pretlow's annual Fandom Day is back again to celebrate Time Travelers! Fans of all ages will enjoy library wide challenges, games, crafts, and treats related to fandoms like Dr. Who, The Magic Tree House, Outlanders, A Wrinkle in Time, Back […]
Located at Madison Jewelers, 5304 Providence Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events as we team with Madison Jewelers and 106.1 Real Country for a unique classics and customs cruise in with an amazing watch trunk show and sale! We […]
You’re invited to our Back-to-School Bash! FREE school supplies (while supplies last) Hang out with the Virginia Beach Police Department Face painting, games & activities Refreshments from @thatsodapopshop Food by @lumpialane Local vendors: RenMar Event Rentals, Lavish Luxuries LLC, Monje’s […]
Our Community Fun Day is to connect with the members of community while having a great time. Come on out we look forward to seeing you! The event will consist of food, games, gifts, performances, a health fair, rides for […]
Get ready for a day full of laughs, games, and good vibes where the whole family can enjoy! ✔️Free admission ✔️Giveaways announced on social media during event, be sure to follow @andrewshannonevents ✔️Free activities for families ✔️Food and beverage available […]
Welcome to WOE’s 1st annual Virginia Beach event —prepare yourself for an experience like no other! Saturday & Sunday, August 1st & 2nd Virginia Beach Convention Center Hall B VIP 10am-7pm General Admission 11am-7pmChildren 12 and under are free! Welcome to the World Oddities […]
Bring your child to learn about Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. This month we will be learning about and excavating fossils. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, […]
Join us for a baby dance rave where the music is always upbeat, the lights are colorful, and the fun never stops! It’s the perfect way to start a little one's journey into the world of music, movement, and dance […]
Join us for an interactive storytime designed especially for kids ages 35. Well spark imaginations, build early literacy skills, and help little learners get ready for schoolall while having a great time! Parents and caregivers are welcome to observe as […]
Enjoy a storytime with a ballet teacher and student ballerina from Ballet Virginia, try out some poses pictured in the book, and then participate in a mini" ballet class. Ages 4-10. Registration is required. Participants should arrive 5 to 10 […]
Learn about the lifecycles of frogs, flowers, and butterflies. A vegetable seed planting activity is included. Presented by Norfolk Botanical Garden. Ages 6-8. Registration is required. This program is a part of VBPLs Summer Reading Challenge (SRC).
Learn about and try different instruments together with your family. If you have your own instruments you'd like to show and tell about, we encourage you to bring them. Music is better together, so let's jam! For families.
Get ready to dance, sweat, and smile! Zumba with Mike brings the energy of a dance party to your workout. With great music, easy-to-follow moves, and Mike’s unstoppable enthusiasm, you’ll burn calories, boost your mood, and have a blast—all in […]
You may hear it before you see it… The distant rumble. The excited whispers. And then, emerging from the trees, our larger-than-life T. rex. On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from April through October, this prehistoric favorite […]
Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme! Check out the Zoo's Event Calendar here for the […]
From May through September, join the Military Aviation Museum every Saturday at 11 AM for narrated flying demonstrations showcasing historical aircraft and commemorating significant wartime events.
Let your child’s imagination go wild! Build Bash offers a wide variety of building materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more for creative designs and construction.
In a loose adaptation of the classic J.M Barrie tale, Letters From Neverland tells the tale of British orphans Peter and Peggy in the wake of WWI. Trying desperately to escape their traumatic childhood, they create a world of daydreams […]
Dive into the Magic at Mermaid Fest! Get ready for a fin-tastic day of family fun and underwater enchantment at Anderson’s Mermaid Fest. Splash into the fun with: •A Mer-mazing Photo Op featuring our dazzling Mermaid Tank and the adorable […]
Make sandcastle themed crafts! Call 757-393-8501 for more information.
Back to School Community Giveaway 2026 in the Parking Lot Get ready for a fun-filled day of community, family, and preparation for the new school year! Refuge Nation Church and Project Gideon invite families to our Back to School Community […]
Meet mermaids Family fun Local vendors Join us for under the sea family fun for all ages!
What are they up to during this time of the year? Which ones do we have in this area? Do all of them hoot when they call? Swoop on into the Discovery Center to learn all about our silent aerial […]
What do you want to make today? At Open Studio, all the art supplies are available for your artist to make anything they want, any way they want! Our facilitators are there to lend a hand with ideas, problem-solving, techniques […]
Join us outside the Storytime Room each week to complete an activity and get one step closer to filling up your Summer Reading Challenge adventure map! Registration is not required. Ages 0-11.
Learn to make origami dinosaurs!
Parents are encouraged to attend!Youth Leadership Development -Navigating the Future Together!For more information contact 757-393-8481with keynote speakersChristine Payne, MPH, Vice President, Virginia Center for Public SafetyPortsmouth Sheriff Moore
Back to School Event Kids must be present. Backpacks FULL of school supplies (first come first serve) Bounce House Popcorn Snow Cones Cotton Candy Live DJ FREE TO ALL
This community event features free backpacks filled with supplies for students in grades K-12, provided while supplies last. **food**music **games** Requirements: Children must be present to receive a backpack.
Rum & Reggae Get ready to kick back with smooth reggae vibes and tasty rum sips all day long!
Kids Happy Hour at Chesapeake’s most creative paint studio makes after-school fun even brighter with $5 off select kids classes, giving young artists the perfect chance to unwind, explore their imagination, and create colorful masterpieces. This upbeat, family-friendly session is […]
Step into the past and celebrate the future through music, crafts, games and shared memories from the 1960s through today. Engage with stations like bedazzling, vinyl record wall art and sand art, then enjoy karaoke featuring favorite songs across generations. […]
Sunday | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Grab your boots, tease up your hair, and join us for an afternoon celebrating the music, style, and larger-than-life charm of a country music icon! Sing along to your favorite hits with our […]
Join us for our 14th annual Open House! Free dance classes and studio toursShoes, tights, and apparel saleComplimentary snacks, games, and our yearly tuition raffleSpecial guests and announcements! Stop by any time to see our beautiful studio and get to […]
Learn about what makes reptiles special, where they live in the wild, and the care they require. Then meet some of REVs reptile friends! Ages 5-18 years. Registration is not required. Admittance will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis. […]
Listen to a story about Bubbles, Bubble music and a Bubbles dance party !
Come decorate your school supplies! Make your notebooks, pencil cases, and backpack totally YOU before school starts. Create, laugh and head back to school in style!
Build your own LEGO creation to be displayed at the library! No registration is required. For ages 4-11.
Join us to learn a new skill, cross stitch to express your personality. All ages are welcome. If interested, call 757-686-2538 ext. 6626 for details. Registration required.
Summer is going by fast and school is right around the corner. Let's start our scholars off right with much needed supplies. Join us for our annual Back to School Carnival & Resource Fair. SATURDAY Aug. 1st 2026 from 2pm-5pm […]
Mothers and kiddos share space every 1st Saturday at Jamii's Birth and Wellness in Chesapeake, VA. We use this time to positively self-reflect, explore goals, and build community . Jami's Birth and Wellness Kiddos are strongly encouraged too! Light snacks […]
It’s all quite absurd. Join Core for a wonderful dose of ridiculous in this savage commentary on the human condition. A small, quiet, bucolic town is besieged by roaring citizens who have become rhinoceroses and proceed to trample on social […]
Join the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads every 1st and 3rd Saturday in April - October for Custom Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Toys, and vehicles of all varieties. Live DJ, local eateries, the best shopping, family fun, and community. […]
Spooky Summer Artisan Night Market Date: August 1, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: 118 Bosley Ave. Suffolk, VA 23434 While the rest of the world is soaking up the sun, we’re retreating into the shadows. We are looking for unique, […]
In a loose adaptation of the classic J.M Barrie tale, Letters From Neverland tells the tale of British orphans Peter and Peggy in the wake of WWI. Trying desperately to escape their traumatic childhood, they create a world of daydreams […]
Experience an unforgettable night with the whole family in Virginia Beach — glowing lanterns, live music, delicious food, and moments filled with love and connection. Free Admission for Children 8 and under (no lantern included). Save 20% with the Family […]
We're back! And this will be epic! Siren Music and St. John's present three distinct performances that you do not want miss. Logan Vath Hailey Reese Jacob Vanko
Brighten the night at Parks After Dark! Let's flip the switch and light up the night with free, family fun after the sun goes down throughout Virginia Beach. Bring your family and friends for summer nights filled with FREE recreational […]
Brighten the night at Parks After Dark! Let's flip the switch and light up the night with free, family fun after the sun goes down throughout Virginia Beach. Bring your family and friends for summer nights filled with FREE recreational […]
The 2026 season will be Norfolk’s 56th in the International League and 57th overall at the Triple-A level (Triple-A East in 2021). It will also be the 33rd year of baseball at Harbor Park. The schedule features 39 weekend games on Friday, Saturday […]
TWIN LIMITED LATE MODELS SUPER STREETS UCARS ENDUROS GRAND STOCKS PRO 6 Adults (13 & up) $16.30 Seniors (65 & older | Must show I.D. at gate) $14.26 Military (Must show military ID at gate)$14.26 Kid (6-12) $8.14 Family 4 […]
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The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]
The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]
Get ready to dance, sweat, and smile! Zumba with Mike brings the energy of a dance party to your workout. With great music, easy-to-follow moves, and Mike’s unstoppable enthusiasm, you’ll burn calories, boost your mood, and have a blast—all in […]
The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]
The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]
The Oceanfront is haunted, that is simply a fact. The Virginia Beach OceanHaunt Tour will bring to life the most intriguing boardwalk stories of ghosts, pirates, hauntings, and evil spirits. From shipwreck victims and suicides, to Blackbeard's buried treasure, the […]