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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 […]
Dive into the science of floating and sinking!
Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to […]
Storytime for families means fun for all! Join us for a traditional Storytime experience with a focus in early literacy, new storytellers, and special themes each week! All are welcome but with a focus on Toddlers through Pre-school (Ages 2-5).
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 and caregivers.
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 […]
In partnership with The Muse Writers Center, join our weekly offering of teen-focused creative writing classes on topics such as comic writing, screenwriting, D&D campaign creation, and more.
Build all sorts of structures with our Lincoln Logs, Power Clix, Lego Blocks and more!
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Unleash your creativity at LEGO Club. Whether you like to follow a plan with Lego kits, or […]
The Park Place Teen Zone will be open afternoons for teens to HOMAGO - Hang Out, Mess Around and Geek Out! Mondays: Mindful Coloring and Art Workshops Tuesdays: Video Gaming Wednesdays: Lofi Vibes Thursdays: 1st Episode Only Anime
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. […]
Join us for an evening of real talk, great food, and meaningful connections as we bring together fathers, mentors, uncles, brothers, coaches, and positive role models from across our community. Barbershop Talk & BBQ Monday, September 28, 2026 6:30 PM […]