The Barry Art Museum is operated by the Old Dominion University Museum Foundation, in partnership with Old Dominion University. Admission is Free. Public programs and activities are offered.

Be Well and Bloom is a small outpatient therapy practice located in the Ghent area of Norfolk. Now offering a free monthly social-emotional story time. Join us monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 10:30 am for a free social emotional story and a craft or activity. Perfect for toddlers/preschoolers but all ages are welcome!

Environmental non-profit working to restore the Elizabeth River through on-the-ground restoration and interactive environmental education

Located in the historic Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia, the Fred Heutte Garden is a great place to visit, stroll or volunteer. There’s always something new happening, and volunteer gardeners are happy to answer any questions you might have or show you around the garden. Check link for schedule of upcoming events such as art classes, storytimes, and plant themed activities.

The Freemason Playground is fully accessible and designed for children ages 5 to 12. The playground features a colorful nautical themed ship sailing on a sea of blue rubberized safety play surface.

Museum follows the extensive history of the fleet in Hampton Roads. Free Admission. Seasonal Family Programming.

Kids love buses, trains and boats!  Why not take them on a free ride? Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is the regional public transportation agency serving the communities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach. HRT provides affordable transit options designed to connect families to jobs, education, healthcare, and recreation. HRT offers a number of public transit services, including bus routes in all six cities, the Tide Light Rail in Downtown Norfolk, the Elizabeth River Ferry between Downtown Norfolk and Olde Towne Portsmouth, seasonal VB Wave trolley service at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Paratransit in all six cities, the free Base Express at Naval Station Norfolk, and OnDemand Rideshare in multiple cities. HRT offers FREE rides to all youth age 17 and under with a paid adult and provides the Student Freedom Pass to youth ages 13 to 17 with free, unlimited access to all transit services, allowing them to ride independently. This free pass gives students an opportunity to get to school, extracurricular activities, and after school jobs. Regular adult fare for daily unlimited riding (check link for pricing) and discounted fare is available to those who qualify. HRT also provides four Free Fare days per year for all riders, on all modes. Free Fare days include Transit Equity Day in February, Earth Day in April, Juneteenth in June, and Election Day in November.   With so many options, families are able connect to nearby restaurants, attractions, hotels, and other destinations. Bicycle storage also offers a convenient way to enhance the recreation experience, with racks on all buses, light rail trains, and ferries.

The Hunter House Victorian Museum serves as a rich example of Victorian decorative arts and architecture. Guests are invited to meet the Hunters as they tour two floors of the home, which feature the Hunter family's collection of furniture, books, decorative objects, and more. Join us and transport yourself to the splendor and opulence of the Victorian Era! Storytime and special events for children and families are available.

Activities, Events, and Storytimes.

Activities, Events, and Storytimes.

Free Hand-On Building Clinics for Kids. Registration is recommended, these do fill up!

Activities, Events, and Storytimes. Children's Indoor Play Area.

Shaded playground for ages 2-12, fenced dog park, half basketball court.

Military Families - Activities through your local Morale, Welfare & Recreation Office. Youth athletics. Swim Lessons. Summer camp ages 5-12.

Norfolk Festevents organizes special events, concerts, festivals and more in the City of Norfolk. Town Point Park has interactive water fountains the kids can play in. Many festival/events are free or low cost.

Historic home. Free admission and guided tours.

History of police force and fire rescue in Norfolk. Free admission, donations are appreciated.

Outdoor gated playground within the grounds of the Norfolk Premium Outlets.

Free Library Programs and Services including storytimes, classes for all ages, and homework assistance.

Over 180 years of railroad history. Free admission.

Public park with playground, picnic shelters, aquatic center, athletic fields/courts, skate park

Public Skate Park

Local museum in Ocean View, Norfolk

Old Dominion University's Mighty Monarchs Adapted Sports Program allows children with special needs to participate in athletics and is divided into two separate divisions: visual impairment sports, and wheelchair sports. Ages 3-16. Free Program.