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Oceanfront Concert Series

17th, 24th & 31st Street Parks

Get ready for hot summer nights with the Oceanfront Concert Series at Virginia Beach, a free music extravaganza taking place in the parks along the iconic Virginia Beach Boardwalk. This series brings fans together to revel in the magic of live music against the backdrop of the Atlantic oceanfront. Spanning a diverse range of musical […]

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Symphony by the Sea Concert Series

31st Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Neptune Festival’s Symphony by the Sea Concert Series returns with free concert performances. All of the concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and are open to the public. At 31st Street Park, listen in as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Symphonicity, a community orchestra in Virginia Beach, captivate with symphonic melodies.

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Beach Blanket Cinema Series

On the Beach at 29th Street 29th St, Virginia Beach, VA

Bring your blanket or beach chair and spread out on the sand under the stars for a night of family movie magic! All movies are free and begin at 8:30pm on the beach at 29th Street. Movie Schedule June 19: MOANA 2 June 26: WONKA July 10: INSIDE OUT 2 July 24: MUFASA: THE LION […]

Free

Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships

Attracting world-class surfers and wildly enthusiastic spectators, the Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships is the place to be when you want to watch surfers catching seriously gnarly waves. It’s the oldest continuously run surfing competition in the world, and it’s right here in Virginia Beach. Beyond surfing, there will be a block party, a […]

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Symphony by the Sea Concert Series

31st Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Neptune Festival’s Symphony by the Sea Concert Series returns with free concert performances. All of the concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and are open to the public. At 31st Street Park, listen in as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Symphonicity, a community orchestra in Virginia Beach, captivate with symphonic melodies.

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Beach Blanket Cinema Series

On the Beach at 29th Street 29th St, Virginia Beach, VA

Bring your blanket or beach chair and spread out on the sand under the stars for a night of family movie magic! All movies are free and begin at 8:30pm on the beach at 29th Street. Movie Schedule June 19: MOANA 2 June 26: WONKA July 10: INSIDE OUT 2 July 24: MUFASA: THE LION […]

Free

Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party

The Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party is two days of electrifying music, great food, and unique vendors with a festive vibe. Funk music is the heart and soul of this weekend, featuring the popular genre which draws influence from R&B, jazz, gospel, and blues from legends such as James Brown, Sly and the Family […]

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Coastal Craft Beer Festival

31st Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Celebrate and sample national, regional and local craft brews during the annual Coastal Craft Beer Festival, featuring more than 60 beers from 30 breweries, food trucks, live music and more. NEW in 2025! Zero Proof Options – are you interested in non-alcoholic beer and seltzers? We have fun new offerings just for you!

Labor Day Weekend Oceanfront Concert Series

17th, 24th & 31st Street Parks

You’re sure to find something to satisfy your musical palette at this series of FREE musical performances as nationally recognized artists head to the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Whether you’re sunning on the beach, dining at one of our resort’s fine restaurants, or spread out in the park under the stars enjoying the tunes, there’s no […]

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Oceanfront Concert Series

17th, 24th & 31st Street Parks

Get ready for hot summer nights with the Oceanfront Concert Series at Virginia Beach, a free music extravaganza taking place in the parks along the iconic Virginia Beach Boardwalk. This series brings fans together to revel in the magic of live music against the backdrop of the Atlantic oceanfront. Spanning a diverse range of musical […]

Neptune Fall Wine Festival

31st Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Join your friends by the oceanfront for an wine tasting hosted by Virginia’s leading vineyards. Taste from more than 60 wines while you meet and greet the fascinating people who are forging Virginia’s reputation for quality wines. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and the opportunity to purchase the wines you like by the bottle and […]

Sonrise Music Festival

24th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Roads biggest Christian Music Festival! The oceanfront will come alive during this two-day music festival of “positive/alternative” music followed by a collaborative worship service. Each year the Sonrise Music Festival supports a local shelter which serves the displaced in our local community. This event will be held on the beach at the 24th Street […]

Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend

Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Daily concerts at 2 festival stages feature 20+ performances from local and national bands. Over 200 artisans display handmade work at Neptune’s Art & Craft Show, and 200 more food and shopping vendors fill 33 blocks of boardwalk! On the beach, you will find 22 magnificent sand sculptures created by world-renowned sculptors at Neptune’s International […]

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Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show

Virginia Beach Convention Center 1000 19th St, Virginia Beach, VA, United States

The Treasures of the Earth show features estate, classic, handcrafted and fashion jewelry made from a variety of metals, as well as a vast array of crystals, minerals and fossils. Jewelers and wire wrappers will be on site who can design, remount or repair jewelry. In addition, there will be a gemologist present at the […]

Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show

The Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show is a renowned outdoor art show held annually along the Virginia Beach boardwalk. As one of the longest-running art shows on the East Coast, it celebrates creativity by featuring exceptional works from artists across the country.

Wicked 10K Weekend

19th Street 19th Street, Virginia Beach, VA

Experience Coastal Virginia’s largest Halloween race and party. The Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K Weekend presented by Sentara shows off Virginia Beach’s wicked side. Do you love Halloween? Do you love running by the ocean? Are you looking for a few tricks and treats? The Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K Weekend is the […]

Virginia Beach Jeep Fest

Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Jeep enthusiasts unite for Virginia Beach’s first annual Virginia Beach Jeep Fest! Enjoy sunrise beach cruises or push the limit on the sand obstacle course. Show off your ride, check out the latest Jeep accessories, and immerse yourself in all things Jeep! Vendors, Show & Shine, Beach Cruise, and Beach Sand Course will be available.

Holiday Lights Bike Night

2nd Street & Boardwalk

Grab your bicycles and bring the entire family to the Virginia Beach boardwalk for the FREE Holiday Lights Bike Night. Enjoy riding your bike through jumping fish, musical crabs, jolly elves, and the nation’s largest and longest curved LED Light Tunnel. Holiday Lights at the Beach Bike Night will only happen one time this season […]

Holiday Lights at the Beach

2nd Street & Boardwalk

Experience the enchantment of jumping fish, musical crabs, lively elves, and joyous penguins dancing in illuminated splendor against the moonlit backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Holiday Lights at the Beach promises lifelong memories with a Surfing Santa, color-changing archways, luminous fixtures honoring the Armed Forces community, a spectacular 40-foot dancing-light Christmas tree, the largest and […]

Holiday Parade at the Beach

Atlantic Avenue from 15th-25th Streets

Holiday Parade at the Beach came alive with over 100 parade units making their way down Atlantic Avenue in a joyous celebration of the holiday season. Giant balloons, marching bands, lighted floats, equestrian units, fire trucks, performing dance groups, motorcycles, and more joined forces to present a dazzling and entertaining night of fun for all […]

Last Night on the Town

Town Center of Virginia Beach 222 Central Park Ave, Virginia Beach, VA

Ring in the new year at Virginia Beach’s premier New Year’s Eve celebration! Created by the Central Business District Association (CBDA), Last Night on the Town is an annual event at Virginia Beach Town Center and is a FREE celebration suitable for the entire family. General admission is FREE or you can close out the […]