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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities like sunflower maze, pumpkins, rubber duck water races, balloon twister and more. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Pumpkins, Corn maze, Apple picking, & Sunflowers - Enjoy a family day at the farm with homemade apple cider, cider donuts, homemade ice cream and slushies, onsite market and more.
Celebrate National Cryptid Day (10/20) by locating the hidden characters around the library. Find all 13 and collect a prize at the service desk! Ages 12-18. Registration is not required.
Join us for our Sherlock Holmes: A Study in Scarlet event from October 23-25, 2026, for $65.00 a person and enjoy a multi-course meal with themed teas. For $70.00, join us for a special candlelit seating with live music on […]
Enjoy pumpkins, unlimited farm-tour hayrides, the Petting Farm, TreeWalk Adventure, a huge straw pile, and plenty of fall fun for the whole family. Weekends bring even more excitement with tasty treats, a live DJ, and games!
Night Surf Fishing is an annual activity at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Anglers may fish on the wildlife refuge beach until midnight during the month of October with a Special Use Permit. This program provides a unique opportunity to […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
Scare your friends with a spooky Halloween selfie by snapping a photo using our props and backdrops. SAY "BOO!"
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 […]
Take a stroll down Hayden’s Lane to read the Halloween story Griselda Snooks Spectacular Books posted along signs along the lane. Free admission. This story trail will be offered from October 17 thru October 31 from sunrise to sunset. This […]
At ease — it's time for fun! Every Monday, Dave & Buster's is hooking up ALL vets & active-duty military members with a FREE $10 Power Card + 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages with valid military ID. *Promotional. Active […]
Free and open to the public.
Join us on the fort (fourth) Friday of the month for a guided bird walk. Fort Monroe is at a convergence of the Atlantic Flyways allowing for some excellent opportunities for birding year round.Wear weather appropriate attire and bringing binoculars […]
Age 0-4, Mon/Weds/Fri- 8:45am-10am While Latitude hosts climbers of all ages anytime, join us for a special weekly parent meet up and check out Boulder Babies! This is a drop in time for parents to bring their children to play […]
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word or a listening ear. Let's help change our world one kind act at a time! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Come join us outside for story time in nature! At Nature Play & Storytime, we'll explore nature through stories and then have time for unstructured nature play and discovery! Cost: $15 per family Ages: 0-2 (older siblings are welcome to join) […]
FRIDAY 9/25 - SUNDAY 11/1 SUNDAY THURSDAY 9 AM - 6PM / FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9 AM-10 PM FREE Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch No Entry Fee for Farm Various Vendors Throughout the Season $8 Wristband for Kids Includes: Playground […]
Autumn is here, and it is the perfect time to make wonderful musical memories together! Amy Bee’s Musikgarten is thrilled to announce our upcoming Fall session at the Virginia Beach School of the Arts. We have a joyful, sensory-rich class […]
Historical theatre performances
October 23 – 9:30 a.m.
October 23– 7:00 p.m.
October 24 – 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Community: City of Hampton enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for young children ages 5 and under. siblings of all ages are always welcome!
Join on us Friday mornings as we feature stories and activities to engage newborns to 24 months of age. Titles and activities will be designed to encourage baby and toddler sensory learning as well as ABC's and 123's.
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 […]
Discover the wonders of nature at Paradise Creek! Through environmental exploration and eco-art projects, kids develop a lifelong love for the natural world. Nature Explorers is an hour-and-a-half of outdoor fun, games and hands-on nature education with the Elizabeth River […]
Are you interested in learning how to quilt? Are you already a quilter? ALL are welcome to attend; absolutely no experience or equipment is needed, and participation is completely free. Our group will be working together to make beautiful quilts, […]
A special play time just for the little ones! One parent jumps free with a paid child. Age 5 and under$20*only 1 parent is free with 1 toddler additional toddlers $10 each
PUMPKIN CARVING/DECORATING CONTEST! CARVED OR PAINTED DROP OFF ENTRIES AT THE * POQUOSON MUSEUM * FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 BEFORE 4PM GET CREATIVE! SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS! FUN FOR ALL AGES! LET'S MAKE IT SPOOKTACULAR!
Join us for fun filled programs where kids can explore, create, move and dance in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) and their caregivers. Family Storytime is geared for birth through 5.
Join us to read stories, fill out voter registration cards, and elect a new President of Storytime. Ages 3-7. Registration is required.
Get creative with your little one in our hands-on, high-quality craft class, no gluey macaroni or cardboard painting here! Together, you’ll make beautiful, keepsake-worthy projects using real materials that spark imagination and pride. It’s the perfect mix of fun, fine […]
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations. (Preschoolers, Ages 3-5) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for […]
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features 60 minutes of fun songs, playful movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents.
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3)
Evan Roider, conductorVirginia Symphony OrchestraVirginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus Celebrate one of cinemas most revered collaborations between composer and filmmaker as the VSO brings music from films like E.T., Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Indiana Jones, and more to […]
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.
for individuals with disabilities of all ages $0 Come out and connect during our Therapeutic Recreation Social Hour! This program is designed for individuals with disabilities to enjoy an hour of fun and relaxation. Participants will have the chance to […]
Listen to stories passed down through the generations of Cape Henry locals. Haunted barracks, mysterious figures in the lighthouse, the convicted Witch of Pungo and a famous death at the Cavalier Hotel all leave an air of mystery hanging over […]
Portsmouth Public Library's Homeschool Meetup is back for the Fall! We will be connecting in a hybrid (virtual and in person) format for this 6 week session. This fall, we will be learning about nature and sustainability! We will meet […]
Tuesday-Sunday, September 29-November 1, 11 am-8 pm. Rides $1 cash, Closed Monday Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel! Operated by the Hampton […]
For nearly 60 years, the Newport News Greek Festival has brought the community together to celebrate Greek culture, food, music, and hospitality. Since 1967, the festival has grown into one of Hampton Roads’ most beloved annual traditions, welcoming more than […]
Must have a Norfolk Recreation Membership to join We’re back! Homeschool Recreation at Titustown returns Friday, Sept. 4! Join us every Friday from 1–2 p.m. for interactive games, fitness activities, and skill‑building fun. Keep kids moving, laughing and learning, all […]
One Friday per month, YOU can vote on which teen program we host. From September 1-30, stop by the Kempsville Library Teen Space to submit your ballot for October's Teen Pick program. The winning program will be announced on this […]
High Schoolers play for free Monday-Friday 3-5pm Kids 12 and Under with paying adult play free $5 pool for kids 13 to 17
Join us Friday, October 23rd for Trick-or-Treating through the corn maze! Costumes encouraged, candy, corn maze, and fall fun for all ages! Come join us at Mount Pleasant Farms for a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating through our 10 acre corn […]
Lace up your bowling shoes and dress to impress for WPNSTA Yorktown MWR Bowling’s Haunted Lanes Costume Bowl, happening Friday, October 23 from 3 to 7 PM. Spooky music will set the mood while you knock down pins in your […]
We are so excited for this annual AWARE Exhibition at the VB Art Center! This year's theme is: 'Love Our Earth'. This exhibition has challenged artists to create art that will enlighten the community and teach us how to ensure […]
In this fun-filled Halloween workshop, kids will get to design and sew their very own Trick-or-Treat bags! They'll learn basic sewing skills while unleashing their creativity, customizing their bags with spooky fabric, fun decorations, and festive touches. By the end, […]
Bring your deck and get ready to battle. Gundam TCG Night is every Friday from 4PM-7PM! Gamers play in a constructed deck format and prizes are available for the winners. Entry fee is $5 per player. Good luck and see […]
Bring your young reader and meet members of the ODU community for a read-aloud story hour and activity.
Check our online calendar for dreadfully delightful events in this frightfully fun month!
Come experience the library after hours with your friends. Solve the Stranger Things themed escape room and search the library with a Hunger Games themed scavenger hunt. Candy and snacks will be provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Join our Garden ghouls and goblins for a family-friendly evening of games, crafts, and light trick or treating. Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver participation. Moderate walking required. All participating children and attending adults must have a registered ticket. Those […]
Grab your monster crew and join us for a spooktacular Monster Mash movie and Slumber Fest at the library! Dust off your funniest, spookiest, or most creative family outfits. Will you win the ultimate crown, or just look wonderfully ridiculous? […]
🧚♀️Enter a world of magic and wonder at First Lutheran Church of Norfolk!🧚♀️🧚♂️ Our 4th annual Enchanted Forest will be fun for the whole family with games, candy, and fellowship! Come see the magic we have in store all located […]
Bring out your RWD drift cars and come have some fun on our indoor upstairs indoor RC drift track. $10 track fee for all day slides. Every Friday.
Up for a hauntingly good time? NSA HR – Northwest MWR Community Recreation is hosting a Haunted Harvest on Friday, October 23 from 5 to 8 PM at The Mariner Center. There will be pumpkin decorating, a candy apple bar, […]
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Friday Magic: The Gathering Open Play at 5:00pm
Join us with your favorite project in hand
This event is designed for individuals with disabilities ages 16 and older. Come dressed in your best costume and be prepared for a ghostly good time with music and dancing! Dinner will be provided. There will be a costume contest […]
Trick or Treat Fall Festival a fun and memorable event for our community! Fall Festival: October 23, 2026 5:30 PM–8:00 PM Music • Vendors • Plenty of treats!Thank you for helping us create a safe, fun-filled night for our families […]
Friday, October 23 • 5:30–8:30 PM Jungle Jamz Play Café A little messy, a little sweet, and a whole lot of FUN! The kids had such a blast at our last Parents’ Night Out, and we’re turning up the fun […]
Drop off event, age 4-8 Join us for the most thrilling night at The Town Square! Kiddos will enjoy a fun-filled evening of games, music, and tons of playtime with friends. Hey parents — need a night off? We’ve got […]
A not-so-spooky Halloween night at the Virginia Living Museum with trick-or-treating, games, live entertainment, animals and science. Costumes encouraged; reserve date-specific tickets in advance.
This is a one and done pottery wheel experience. It’s great if you want to try pottery on the wheel without committing to a longer class. ~The class is completed in 1-hour in 1-day on the wheel. You’ll pick a […]
This is a drop off event for ages 4-6!6-7:30$25 per childRegister here- https://portal.iclasspro.com/usaninjache.../camp-details/163
For ages 13+ Join us this holiday season! Our instructors will teach you how to make your own set of 3 personalized ceramic ornaments. This workshop is the perfect way to create handmade holiday gifts, or gift the workshop experience […]
Celebrate autumn with seasonal games, crafts, and festive fun for all ages.
Trunk or Treat at First Norfolk 312 Kempsville Rd. Norfolk October 23 6:00 - 7:30 PM Trunk or Treat is our annual event at the end of October that draws our church family and our community together so we can […]
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
Join us for the opening reception of Journeyman, a solo exhibition by Ka-Son, at The Garage Gallery at the Creative Well Arts Foundation. Spanning seventeen years of artistic practice, Journeyman explores identity, growth, and the evolving role of fatherhood through […]
Youth Coed Ages 8 to 18 6-8PM FRIDAYS Friday nights Girls Only - First Friday of the Month $10.00 per player, pay at the door Weekly indoor skill training info available under Classes.
Grab your costume and bring your spooky spirit! Join NSA HR – Headquarters MWR Community Recreation on Friday, October 23 from 6 to 8 PM at Cutter Park for a Halloween Spooktacular Event. Enjoy inflatable axe throwing, bounce house, face […]
Friday, October 23rd: 6pm A calm version of our event focused on those with sensory sensitivity as well as young children who may not be ready for lots of noise or action. Saturday. October 24th: 6pm An evening of piratical […]
Guitar Jam is held every Friday from 6-9 p.m. at Fox Hill Neighborhood Center, 65 Hall Road in Hampton. Bring your favorite instruments and participate, or just listen and dance! All are welcome to attend and bring snacks. There is […]
This October, Outdoors at the Center returns with more local music, local art, and more! Friday, October 16, 2026 Dancing Through the Decades 6 PM DJ Spinning Hits from 50s through 00’s Faces of Suffolk Next Mural Installment Announcement & Concept […]
Bridgeport is a community that strives to create an environment “centered around you” by providing high-quality residences, restaurants, businesses, and experiences to the surrounding area.The Bridgeport Foundation is excited to host another year of C.A.Y Concert Nights this Fall!C.A.Y Nights […]
Happy Fall! That spooky season is here! We have a fun and spooky weekend planned for everyone in your family! 14th Annual Poquoson Museum Haunted Maze and Haunts! Plan early! We will see you there! OCTOBER 23 & 24 6:30-9 […]
Drop the Kids off for a fun Friday evening to explore and build with LEGO bricks. Parents, feel free to relax, go on a date, and enjoy some "Me Time" Pizza will be provided for the Kids. This is for […]
Yorktown, join us for a spine-chilling clean at this year’s Tunnel of Terror Event! Brave the wash and leave with a car that’s hauntingly spotless. Too excited for the fun and fright? Buy your ticket ahead of the event by […]
Family Frights at Jamestown Settlement, a Halloween-themed museum night for children and families, returns Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24, 6-7:30 p.m. and 8-9:30 p.m. for a not-so-scary good time for all. Don’t be afraid – this weekend is […]
6:00-7:00 pm Fright Light Laser Light Show: A costume contest and a spooky laser light show! To make reservations for this show, click here. 7:15-8:15 pm: Halloween Full-dome Show including: A costume contest, a graveyard tour, spooky nebulae, discussion about "losing […]
Show off your Halloween costume at the annual Costume Contest Parade. In an effort to streamline the process, pre-judging for the Costume Contest will take place at 6:00pm. The parade starts at 6:30pm and judges will award cash prizes! Register […]
Our Halloween Glow in the Park is a treat for all ages. Climb, zip, and swing beneath glowing lights while Halloween favorites echo through the trees. Kids get a night they’ll talk about all spooky season. Grown-ups too! Costumes encouraged. […]
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A spooky-fun block party with house beats, games, and giveaways.
Live Entertainment: DJ Amarosa of Music Theory Studios
Join us for our weekly One Piece Card Game tournament! Important: You must still apply for the event through the Bandai TCG+ app to be added to the tournament. However, you can pay for your entry in advance to skip […]
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 […]
Historical theatre performances
October 23 – 9:30 a.m.
October 23– 7:00 p.m.
October 24 – 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Fall is here, and that means falling into even more FUN at FFX! Live Family Game Show at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Think you’ve seen a game night? Think again! Fun, Games, Laughter & Surprises – A Must-Do Experience for […]
KAYA CATCHES THE FUTURE is a brand-new play from Stephen Gregg, the author of TRAP and THIS IS A TEST. This is the Virginia premiere! $9 adults, $6 kids
Still hurting and angry from the loss of her older brother, Kaya skips softball practice to protest the war that cost Sterling his life and manages to catch an object that appears out of nowhere. Pulled into another dimension by […]
Lumi SkyWalk winds you on an elevated walk through the treetops, unfolding a tale told in light, shadow, and sound. After the story walk, visitors can enjoy the Nautilus Observation Tower and (ages 7+) The Whorl Slide. Halloween show dates: […]
FOUNDED 1989 ARENA: NORFOLK SCOPE ECHL: 1989-2000, 2015-PRESENT AHL: 2001-2015 The Norfolk Admirals play in the ECHL, which is a Double-A (AA) minor league in professional ice hockey, They have no affiliation with the American Hockey League (AHL) or the […]
Join us for our Friday Night MTG: Pauper Think you can dominate on a budget? Join us every week for Magic: The Gathering Pauper, one of the most skill-testing formats in the game! Entry Fee: $5 Event Structure Swiss rounds […]
Friday, October 23, 2026 - 7:30 Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center - Norfolk When two of classical guitar’s most decorated masters join forces, the result is nothing short of electrifying. A to Z Duo brings together […]
Join us every Friday night from 7:30-9:30 pm for open gym, available to members and nonmembers ages 5 and up! $15 per person, registration is available through our portal.
$9.00 Non-refundable and non-transferrable fee includes admission for one guest Rental skates sold separately at the door General Skate Floor Speed / Intensity: Medium-High Music Sound Level: Medium-High Strobe Lights: Yes
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Friday Final Fantasy at 8:00pm
Step into the wonderful world of Tim Burton! Join us for a night of pottery painting, themed silkscreens, munchies, trivia, and community! Grab your gothic fantasy loving friends and come paint some pottery! This event has a non-refundable $15 event […]
The Haunted Norfolk Tour will walk you through some of Downtown's otherworldly-histories; from ghost stories and real life tragedies, to experiments from another dimension. We’ll crawl the depths of Norfolk and explore all the spooky charm it has to offer. […]
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 […]
Date: October 2 - October 25, 2026 Time: Fridays and Saturday at 8:00 pm. Sundays at 2:30 pm. Set in Alabama in 1934, Harper Lee’s enduring story of racial injustice and childhood innocence centers on one of the most venerated characters […]
Age 12-99 Experience Lone Star Lakes Park like never before on this fun and slightly spooky nighttime bike ride! Participants will ride through the park after dark with illuminated bikes and glowing lights, creating a safe and exciting atmosphere under […]
High school and Adult Players start off strong by coming to our Wednesday and Friday Night Pickup Soccer at the Plex!! Teams and Free agents welcomed, just pay at the desk and play! $15 5 minute game rotation winner stays […]