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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities like sunflower maze, pumpkins, rubber duck water races, balloon twister and more. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Pumpkins, Corn maze, Apple picking, & Sunflowers - Enjoy a family day at the farm with homemade apple cider, cider donuts, homemade ice cream and slushies, onsite market and more.
The sanctuary is open once a month for a guided bird walk, except during our summer break (June, July, August). The sanctuary is located at 1509 Armistead Bridge Road in the West Ghent neighborhood in Norfolk. From Hampton Blvd. turn […]
Join Us for our Annual Fall Festival and Yard Sale! Pansies and chrysanthemums available at our plant sale Bring your ailing plants and plant questions to the Plant Doctors Soil testing information available Receive information on how to become a […]
FREE Event Alert Food, games, classes, crafts, and a whole lot of fun!Join us on Saturday, October 17th from 9AM-2PM for a day of entertainment to welcome autumn through planting fruit bearing trees and shrubs, learning about mushrooms from Ribickie […]
Halloween goes WILD at the Virginia Zoo’s ZooBoo! Join us on October 17 & 18 from 9am – 4pm for a family-friendly celebration packed with animal experiences, hands-on activities, and fang-tastic fun. Carve out time to watch animals enjoy pumpkin […]
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
Join us in the Northwest River Park Welcome Center classroom for Parks & Crafts and get creative with a themed, nature-inspired project! For all ages. Registration required, walk-up registration welcome if space allows. $2 per person.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation|http://www.hofflercreek.orgHelp us maintain the preserves trails and common areas. Your help goes a long way towards allowing others to enjoy the natural wonders here!Most of our volunteer work will take place outdoors and require some level of […]
Join Hacktoberfest 2026 in the 757 for a day of building, learning, and connecting with the Hampton Roads tech and maker community! We’re gathering at 757 Makerspace’s Hampton location on October 17 to explore, experiment, and create together. As part […]
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Join us each Saturday for a lively seasonal Storytime featuring a special guest or local children’s author. After the story, kids can enjoy a fun hands-on craft or activity inspired by the book. Sept 19 – Norfolk Park Rangers Celebrate […]
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.
Join LRNow to get a closer look at some of Virginia Beach's oldest living things--notable trees! This special tour celebrates these natural landmarks hidden in plain sight around Southern Virginia Beach.
Science can be lots of fun too, oh yes it can!Let's have some crazy, non spooky and mad science fun with this seasonal event. Try something new, mix a little here or there and jump into this experiment adventure. *Membership […]
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the winding waterways of Hoffler Creek, led by a guide who will share the secrets of this vibrant marsh habitat. As you journey through this thriving ecosystem, you’ll witness birds soaring gracefully above, fish […]
3 hours of continuous spooky blitz chess ... plus MUSICAL CHESS! Blundercheck returns to Frank's Monster Munchies October 17! Please Pre-Register at https://BenjaminBlundercheck.com Part 1: The Blitz Arena Three hours of unlimited games. Win as many as you can, and […]
We are so excited to announce that our annual Owlstock will occur on October 17, 2026 starting at 2pm! We are thrilled to have Nature's Nanny Wildlife Rehabilitation join us and present live owls and other birds of prey! Learn […]
Join us for a 1.5-mile long night hike to explore the dark forest. We will learn about poisonous plants and creepy creatures that prowl the park at night. Then do some animal adaptation demonstrations and finish by using black light […]
Wicked fun under the sea! Dress up in costume and enjoy the spirit of Halloween with costumed SCUBA divers, spooky science experiments, bubble magic, and underwater surprises. Cap off the night with a family-friendly costume parade hosted by a DJ […]
Join us on Saturday, October 17th at 6:15 PM for a 'Night Hike'! Meet us at the Discovery Center in Newport News Park. Hoo-hoo-hoo is out there making those noises in the evening? What sights and sounds can we expect […]