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Local park in Portsmouth with outdoor basketball and playground equipment.
Local park with softball field and playground equipment.
Hiking trails and kayaking. Children's programs as scheduled. Free admission. Birthday Parties available.
Seasonal kayak rentals are available, weather permitting. Life jackets and paddles are provided. Bring your own kayak for a small launch fee. Visit the Hoffler Creek website for the most current opportunities.
Local park in Portsmouth with playground equipment, outdoor court
Museum & Cultural Center honoring Jewish history in Hampton Roads. Tours by appointment.
After-school dance and music program for girls ages 15 - 19.
Birth & Newborn, Family, Beach and Wedding photography.
Childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, prek. Before/After school and Summer Camps available.
Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Youth Track Club serving Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach.
Hi-Speed Go Karts (Pro Karts, Jr Karts, & Double-seater Karts available) - Minimum age of 8 y/o and height requirement of 48" tall to drive. 3 tracks available including MegaTrack™
Axe Throwing, Laser Tag Arena, Gel Blaster Arena, Arcade, Meeting/Event Center. Birthday parties and special event venue.
This lightship turned museum is fitted out realistically and filled with artifacts, uniforms, photographs, models, and more.
Little Bear Academy is an in-home daycare located in Portsmouth. We offer a full-time preschool program for ages 2-5 that includes potty training, social emotional development, literacy, math and science learning activities.
Activities, Events, and Storytimes.
Activities, Events, and Storytimes.
Free Preschool music classes. Contact for additional information and schedule.
Military Families. Child Care including 24/7 option. Recreational events.
Military Families - Aquatics, Child Care, Youth Center, Special Events.
Based in Hampton Roads, Okii Dream LLC specializes in creative media services, including stunning photography, professional videography, innovative drone artistry, and engaging educational programs.
- Aerial & Drone Photography – Capturing breathtaking views from above.
- Creative Videography & Photography – From portraits and events to captivating content creation.
- Educational Programs – Courses taught by experienced instructors and award-winning musicians in subjects ranging from English and Science to Theater and Musical Arts.
- Tutoring & Academic Advising - Personalized support to help you choose the right courses, set goals, and stay on track. Perfect for students planning ahead or needing direction.
Music Classes - Piano/Keyboard Guitar Ukulele Violin Trumpet Classical Guitar. Homeschool Music Classes.
Art Classes also available.
Free Community Chorus for Kids.
Ghosts of the Olde Towne Ghost Walk tell their tales of love, loss, murder and mayhem! Patrons are guided on a walking tour through the historic district of Olde Towne, Portsmouth. At each haunted house visitors hear costumed actors retell the legends of ghostly visitations and things that go bump in the night! This tour is family friendly. It’s spooky, not scary. No one jumps out to scare you.
2025 Pricing: $15 before October 1st, and $17 after October 1st. Children under 5 years old are free.
2025 Date: Friday, October 24
Little league baseball for youth.
Boxing (UGMMA) - Universal General MMA acknowledge the tough issues children and young adults face, both in and out of school. Our Stand Tall initiative is a program that focuses on building self-esteem. Universal General MMA builds self-esteem through exercise and mentor-ship. children with higher self-esteem are less bullied. Furthermore, mentored students with high self-esteem are less likely to get into a fight.
Law Enforcement Explorer - Law Enforcement Exploring is a hands-on program open to young men and women who have completed the 6th grade through 20 years old, interested in a career in law enforcement or a related field in the criminal justice system. The program offers young adults a personal awareness of the criminal justice system through training, practical experiences, competition and other activities. Additionally, the program promotes personal growth through character development, respect for the rule of law, physical fitness, good citizenship and patriotism.
After School - The Portsmouth Parks & Recreation in partnership with Portsmouth Police Athletic League (PPAL) After School Program is designed to provide Portsmouth’s youth with a safe environment while participating in a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities.
PAL Summer camp is hosted by the Portsmouth Police Department. Includes Fun Daily Activities, Weekly Field Trips, Lessons on Crime Prevention, Bullying, and more. This camp is only open to Portsmouth residents ages 5-13.
Our Homeschool Hangouts/Camps and Kids Night Out programs are always focused on social time for the kids and alone time for the parents. Interactive and imaginative play. DIY Projects.
Ride the paddlewheel ferry between North Landing and High Street in Portsmouth and Harbor Park in Downtown Norfolk.