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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 […]
We know how much you like the Carnival. They're coming back Friday, July 3 through Saturday, July 11th! amusement rides carnival games food concessions funnel cakes Dates & Times Pricing Wristbands: Unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased for $20.
Take a ride through farming history in this exciting hands-on class all about tractors and farm equipment!
Summer is for the kids! Join us Tuesdays in June and July from 9-10am at the lower Fountain Plaza for free family-friendly entertainment. Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy the summer sunshine and a six week rotation of […]
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) […]
Get outside with us this summer at Firefly Explorers! This summer our theme for the season is "Our Nature Neighbors" and each week we’ll explore a different topic within our season long theme. Classes are designed for explorers ages 3-7 […]
Join us for a StoryWalk featuring Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones by Susan Lendroth. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library! Registration is NOT required. All StoryWalks are located outdoors and may […]
The Teeny Tiny Farm is bringing our furry friends back for another round of outdoor excitement!
Cruise days mean energy on the waterfront — and we’re celebrating with Cruise Norfolk Market Days, a lively pop-up market in downtown Norfolk just steps from the cruise terminal on our Port of Call Days, when visitors are here exploring […]
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. […]
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 […]
June 30 – August 22 | Tuesday through Saturday at 8pm and 9pm Location: 25th Street Stage FREE and open to the public On March 3rd , 1891, A Norwegian sailing ship grounded itself during a nor-easter off the Virginia […]