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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, […]
See webpage for specific daily event schedule. Program activities for this summer: Bayside Crabbing: The blue crab is one of the most iconic species of the Chesapeake Bay. Bay Lab Bites: It's feeding time in our Chesapeake Bay Lab! Seine […]
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 […]
Bring water and a mat. **A limited supply of mats will be available for use. Reservations encouraged, walk-ups are welcome. Click HERE to reserve your spot. Contact us in advance for reasonable accommodations. A Virginia Beach Recreation Membership is NOT […]
Lend a helping hand to maintain our vegetable and pollinator gardens. Every day is a different task - watering, weeding, planting, harvesting, pest control, and nutrients.
Want to grow your green thumb? Then join us for some time in the garden. Pull weeds, water, harvest, learn something new, and meet new people. This is an outdoor, weather-dependent program.
Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important […]
Get ready for an adventure in learning! Each week at Curiosity Camp, elementary explorers will dive into exciting new topics through hands-on activities and creative fun. From science and art to history and nature, there's always something new to discover. […]
Get ready for an adventure in learning! Each week at Curiosity Camp, elementary explorers will dive into exciting new topics through hands-on activities and creative fun. From science and art to history and nature, there's always something new to discover. […]
Explore the Garden’s 7 miles of paved pathways. It’s a great way to enjoy the landscape and get some exercise. Free with Garden Admission Children under 16 must ride with a parent or adult. Bike riders under 14 must wear helmets. […]
Recreational beach activities and team-building experiences held at Buckroe Beach. The Hampton Teen Summer Engagement Initiative (ages 12-17) provides safe, structured recreation and enrichment at Buckroe Beach, Y.H. Thomas, and Mary W. Jackson centers. This coordinated effort is designed to: […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]
The Peninsula Pilots have established themselves as one of the premier teams in the Coastal Plain League, consistently providing fans with competitive baseball and thrilling moments. The Pilots' tradition of success is matched only by their deep ties to the […]
Experience the magic of cinema under the stars on The Historic Cavalier Hotel’s Great Lawn! Every Monday night in the summer, gather your friends and family, spread out your blankets, or settle into your lawn chairs for an unforgettable outdoor […]