Are you ready for spring break? The weather is warming up and the beach is coming alive with great events and things to do. Here are a few upcoming events to consider while enjoying your spring break on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront:
2019 Mid-Atlantic Home and Outdoor Living Show
3/23/2019, 3/24/2019
Virginia Beach Convention Center
For 34 years the Mid-Atlantic Home & Outdoor Living Show has paved the way in bringing you the latest in style, technology and décor to refresh and renew your home, garden and outdoor living spaces. Connect with over 200 local professionals and exhibitors ready to assist you in building or renovating the indoor or outdoor space you so desire! more details
Celebrate Agriculture
Presented By: City of Virginia Beach Farmers Market
March 23, 2019 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Celebrate Agriculture: Boardwalk Attractions Carnival, Craft Show, Live Music, Food Trucks, Rural Heritage Center and Children’s Activities, Educational Gardens, Family Friendly and Free! Virginia Beach Farmers Market
33rd Annual Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
Dates: March 22-24, 2019
he Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market features over 150 fine artists and craftspeople from across the nation offering fine arts, handcrafted jewelry, wood, glass, photography, candles, woven baskets, clothing, toys, folk art and specialty foods. Exhibitors introduce new lines and special accessories for the home and garden including wrought iron, welcome wreaths, garden statuary, birdhouses, outdoor furniture, pottery and wind chimes.
Meet the artisans, learn the stories behind their work and shop for the best in fine arts and fine crafts – from simple to lavish – you’ll find one-of-a-kind creations for every budget.
Free Wine Tasting Saturdays
Presented By: Virginia Beach Winery
Recurring weekly on Saturday at Virginia Beach Winery
Free wine tasting at the Virginia Beach Winery every Saturday from noon – 6 pm! Come sample our delicious wines made locally in our small production room!
SERTOMA SPRING FEVER
March 30 , 12-6pm
The Annual Norfolk Sertoma Spring Fever will be the premier spring celebration that allows our community to gather in a festive atmosphere while contributing directly to Norfolk Sertoma sponsorship projects. This fundraiser is part of what lets us continue providing Service To Mankind.
Many party-goers simply refer to this day of fun and good company as “the great barn party.” This All Inclusive event features popular bands, food, and drinks. Tickets include beer, top-shelf spirits, and excellent food prepared by club members and local restaurants — favorites like beef tenderloin, pork barbecue, potato salad, coleslaw, hush puppies, fried trout and clam chowder. more details
- Live music from The Deloreans, and Strictly Business
- Top-Shelf Adult Beverages
- Slow Smoked Beef Sirloin
- Pork BBQ
- Fried Fish
- Hush Puppies
- Clam Chowder
Mermaid Mondays 2019
April 8, 2019 – April 29, 2019
Recurring weekly on Monday
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
The mermaids return in April 2019 with even more friends for special encounters all over the Bay & Ocean Pavilion. In addition, King Neptune will greet guests and activities will be spread throughout the Aquarium.
- Start your evening with an exclusive staff-guided tour above the Red Sea Tunnel to meet the mermaids! Limited to 4 persons per tour, and some restrictions apply.
- Receive the full beauty treatment at Mermaid Balee’s Bubblee Boutique on April 15th or the 22nd from 4:30 – 6:00pm. Seating is limited for this special experience!
Zac Brown Band: Down the Rabbit Hole
April 12
Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
Come see the Zac Brown Live in concert!
East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic
April 13
An open competition among area restaurants, the East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic focuses on one of the region’s most loved seafood delicacies. Restaurants serve their individual recipes and compete for People’s Choice Awards, determined by the ballots of those attending. Critic’s Choice Awards also are given by a panel of four leading regional cuisine experts. The competition will be held at the 24th Street Park.
Easter Weekend
April 19- 21st
Great time to visit and enjoy the beach.
Some special dining events at Isle of Capri Restaurant featuring a great Easter Buffet.
Stay with us at Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach. Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel is located on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk and features 238 oceanfront rooms and suites, each with private balconies or patios and thoughtful resort-style amenities. Relax on the beach, soak up rays by our gorgeous lagoon-style outdoor and indoor pools, and let the kids play at Splash Kamp. Kids eat free at our Virginia Beach family resort! Savor fresh seafood and Italian fare on the Virginia Beach oceanfront at our three on-property restaurants. Enjoy access to the best attractions and things to do in Virginia Beach, minutes away from our centrally-located hotel on the famed Boardwalk!
