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Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our beautiful Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast camps. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!
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.
Enjoy hot summer movies on the big screen again! 2026 Summer Kids Series will only be available Jun 22 – Aug 13, at select locations, with a different movie each week. Tickets will go on sale weekly. $1 admission See […]
Experience Minions & Monsters Red Carpet Weekend Join us from July 1st through July 5th for an unforgettable cinematic celebration! Whether you’re a lifelong Minion fanatic or a family looking for the perfect weekend outing, we’ve prepared an immersive experience […]
Fee-Free Days: Independence Day weekend (July 3–5, 2026) In recognition of Independence Day, all national wildlife refuges and other U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands that normally charge an entrance fee offer free admission July 3-5, 2026. (The entrance fee waiver does not […]
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 […]
Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express, offering showings for $1, begins June 1 and continues through August 13. Screenings begin at 11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Attendees can also get $3 off a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn, […]
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.
At the Y, we know that real, lasting change happens when we come together to invest in our children, our health, and our communities.As a leading nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of donors and events like this race to […]
We have designed our trampoline parks with special needs as a primary focus, creating inclusive playgrounds where kids of all ages and abilities can come together in an environment that facilitates shared play and fun. Our goal is for Get […]
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. The Home Depot Kids Workshops are designed for children ages 5-12. We encourage parents […]
Join Us for Season 18 of Old Beach Farmers Market! We’re back for another incredible season! Every Saturday from April through October, find us at 611 18th Street in the ViBe Creative District from 9 AM to 12 PM—your destination […]
Join us on Saturday mornings in the ViBe Creative District at the Old Beach Art & Market and Old Beach Famers Market for Singer Songwriter Saturdays with Big Juicy Entertainment both on the ViBe Stage and 1t8h Street in ViBe […]
Discover a space where creativity meets sustainability. Our market brings together passionate artists, makers, and consciousness brands who care deeply about the planet. Every product you find here is thoughtfully crafted — from eco-friendly materials to low-waste packaging — blending […]
Capture memories with a Mini Highland Cow photoshoot at Hunt Club Farm! Available June 27–28 and July 3–4, 2026, from 9:30–11:00 AM. Family or group sessions (up to 4 people) are just $25, with instant photos sent to your mobile […]
Curious about our sewing studio but not ready to dive into a full season? Join one of our trial classes! It's the perfect opportunity to explore our workspace, test out our sewing machines, and create a stylish drawstring backpack to […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic platter from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. After […]
Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States at the Francis Land House with patriotic crafts and activities. Make your own fireworks (on paper), go on scavenger hunt to find American flags, and guess how many pieces of candy in […]
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Military Aviation Museum is holding a special event to coincide with out Summer of Flight series on Saturday, July 4th, 2026. Please join us for a fun-filled day with our warbirds, living historians, food trucks, and family activities for all!
Beach Breaks at the Virginia Beach Visitor Information Center is celebrating July 4 weekend all week long! Swing by for family fun, FREE caricature drawings, face painting, and free taffy! July 2-5: Fourth of July Weekend •10am-3pm: FREE caricature drawings […]
Enjoy an hour of fun and educational free play with JEB Fort Story MWR Library. Join us at One Stop every Saturday from 11 AM to noon for our Playroom Playdate. Come laugh, chat, and connect with other parents while […]
Join us for Storytime with Marsha Story to be followed by activity
Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it! The Bay Lab provides guests with a one of a kind look into what some consider the jewel of Virginia. Located within the Main Visitor Center, the Bay Lab […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic serving bowl from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. […]
Meet local residents and ViBe-supporters and receive a FREE local-led guided tour of the ViBe Creative District to see hundreds of public art works from sidewalk and crosswalk paintings to large scale wall murals. This tour is free with support from the […]
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at Hunt Club Farm with admission for just $2.50 on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 2:50 PM to 6:00 PM. Enjoy an afternoon of family fun, farm animals, and patriotic celebration at a price that's as […]
Join the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads every 1st and 3rd Saturday in April - October for Custom Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Toys, and vehicles of all varieties. Live DJ, local eateries, the best shopping, family fun, and community. […]
Let the good times flow with every song at Summer Fest! The Fountain Plaza will come to life with live music from local performers select nights through Monday, September 7th. Make it a full night of fun for the whole […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and backlights transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Jump and dance the night away at our epic, neon party in the dark. SkySocks and waiver required. 2 hour sessions. […]
Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years […]
Weekly Located at 1400 S. Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach. Hello auto family. Come out to Freedom Wash in VB for Friday and Saturday car meets. We think it will be cool to meet people in the Norfolk And Virginia beach […]
The July 4th concert debuts a new piece honoring our country's Revolution with a true story, "Racing the Night: the teenage girl who saved the American Revolution". It's the remarkable true tale of Susana Bolling, who is said to have […]
Join our exclusive Moonlight Zip Tour in Virginia Beach, a nighttime ziplining event under the full moon. Perfect for couples, thrill-seekers, and adventurous night owls, this guided tour provides a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience under the stars. Experience the thrill of zipping […]
By the spring of 1781, the War for Independence had dragged into its fifth year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence (the sixth since Lexington and Concord) and had effectively ground to a stalemate. With George Washington and […]
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 […]
June 27 – July 20| Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8pm and 9pm Location: 26th Street at Atlantic Avenue FREE and open to the public On May 23, 1861, Virginia voters ratified its secession ordinance, officially putting it at war […]
Celebrate Independence Day on the water with Rudee Tours’ annual 4th of July Fireworks Cruise! Leave the crowded beach behind and enjoy an unforgettable evening aboard our vessels as we cruise out to the open ocean to view the Virginia […]
Aviators and Afterburners is a 30-minute theatrical performance celebrating naval aviation and its humble beginnings in coastal Virginia. Over the course of the past century, Naval Aviation roared forward on the backs of the finest aircraft, aviators, and flight crews […]
July 1 – August 21 | Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:30pm and 9:30pm Location: 26th Street Stage FREE and open to the public In the early dawn of August 20, 1619, a wounded ship limped through the mist into the […]