This page may contain affiliate or sponsored links. MyActiveChild.com will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on an affiliate link, and the presence of our sponsors/advertising partners is what makes this website possible. Thank you for supporting us. For more information, see our terms of use.
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, […]
Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast events. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!
To celebrate National Library Card Month, take part in a 2D scavenger hunt, I Spy style! Complete a different hunt each week for a small prize!
Cirque de Paris makes its return to Norfolk, VA with an ALL-NEW show for 2026 Experience the magic, wonder, and breathtaking artistry direct from Paris to your hometown Step inside an ALL-NEW 2026 immersive Big Top spectacular and witness Europe’s most […]
Complete nighttime walking tours and activities, sleepover glamping-style in the Rose Garden Hall ballroom, then enjoy an early bird walk and a light breakfast before the Garden opens the next morning. Restricted to children ages 8+ with chaperone attendance. All attending […]
GAMES! MOVIES! PIZZA! FRIENDS! & MORE! GET READY FOR *ADVENTURE! * SLEEP UNDER THE STARS! EAT PLAY SLEEP REPEAT!★
Botanical Bike Tour: Gardens of Ghent Saturday, Sept 26 | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Parking: available along the roads of Botetourt Gardens Pedal Through Norfolk’s Green Side – A Free Bike Tour Join us for a FREE guided bike tour exploring […]
Located at Tidewater Tech, 4535 E Princess Anne Rd., Norfolk. Monthly car meet on the 1st and 4th Saturdays of every month. 1st Saturday Located at Greenbriar Mall 4th Saturday Located at Tidewater Tech All cars, motorcycles, bicycles, etc. welcome! […]
NEXT SATURDAY, come and learn from accomplished industry professionals during LTN's Master Class Series! We’re proud to introduce Deon Ridley as one of the talented teaching artists who will be taking the stage! This is a musical theatre masterclass: there […]
FAMILY DAY AT WOODCRAFT OF NORFOLK/VIRGINIA BEACH! We’re putting together a full day of woodworking, family fun, demonstrations, hands-on activities and more — and you’re invited! FREE woodworking classes Hands-on activities for kids & families Live woodworking demonstrations Projects, tools […]
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Touch-a-Truck & Officer Friendly Event! Join us for a fun-filled EFMP Touch-a-Truck & Officer Friendly Event! September 26 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) Norfolk, 7928 14th Street, Norfolk Bring […]
Join Colley Community Center & The UP Center along with our new community partners PlayDate NFK and The CoLink Foundation for Thriving Together: A Family Resource Fair, a free family-focused event designed to connect residents with valuable resources, support, and […]
This is a free community event taking place on Saturday September 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at 3035 Sherwood Forest Lane, Norfolk, VA 23513. The purpose of this event is to connect students, families, school staff, and […]
DETAILS: Whether you're a beginner at cake decorating or just need a refresher, this hands-on class is perfect for you! You'll learn all about buttercream piping techniques, such as borders, writing, drop flowers, leaves, and the trending ombre rosettes design. […]
Come shop our Heavenly Hems Pop-Up Sale and discover gently loved, modest & stylish fashion at prices you’ll love! 👗 Dresses, skirts, tops & more 👠 Shoes & accessories 💰 Budget-friendly finds 🛍️ One-of-a-kind treasures Whether you’re looking for something […]
Join every Saturday, weather permitting, for the LIVE.LIFE.FRESH • Boom Box Bike Ride. *NEW* for 2026: Meet us at the ERT Trailside Headquarters building, at the intersection of Orapax Street and Raleigh Avenue at 10 AM. The large parking lot […]
Bienvenue! Join Éva, our French Library Associate, for a family-friendly story time in French. Each month features a new theme with a book, songs games, and a craft, perfect for native speakers and curious beginners alike. Sessions are held twice […]
Design and build structures using BUILD materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more. Let your imagination go wild and construct amazing creations. With creativity you can enhance your STEM skills.
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with book-loving therapy dogs! (Ages 6-12) Parent or guardian must fill out the Tales to Tails Permission and Release Form upon arrival to the event. Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets […]
Ralph Blackman joins the MacArthur Memorial to introduce the documentary film Legacy of War: Guardian of the Sky, which follows his journey of discovery into his family history as he tracks his father's service as part of a bomber crew […]
Norfolk Parks and Recreation and the City of Norfolk invite you to come experience the revitalized and renovated Barraud Park on Saturday, Sept. 26. Following a brief ceremony with City leadership (11 a.m.), residents are invited to join community vendors, […]
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 […]
Oktoberfest returns to Maker's Craft! Come enjoy food from the Croatian Sensation, Cast Iron Catering, and Charcuterie Chariot!The Happy Dutchmen and the Burgermeister are back to keep you entertained all day long! The German European Society of Virginia will also […]
WHO CARES ABOUT ABRAHAM LINCOLN ANYWAY? Creative Process Discussion on How Performers Care with Davóne Tines, Bass-Baritone, Virginia Symphony Orchestra Guest Soloist What makes us care about a piece of art? What happens when music, words, voice, and personal experience come […]
Interested in a fun way to relax and get creative? We'll get together to take on a new creation from cardboard each month.
BAM is on the loose, Monarchs! While the Barry Art Museum is closed for renovations, BAM in the WILD is popping up across Hampton Roads with hands-on art making experiences. Cheer on Big Blue with us on Kaufman Mall for the lead […]
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. […]
Every hour 4pm til 8 pm $10 Members/$20 Not-Yet Members Step back into Prohibition Era Norfolk and discover the crime that lurks beneath. Enjoy an evening at the Belladonna Social Club and see if you can uncover the mysteries of […]
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. […]
Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting story for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. An outsider in a new town and a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, […]