Art and sport meet in the ViBe Creative District of the Virginia Beach oceanfront this May at the Volley & Vibe Volleyball Tournament for boys & girls age 12U-18U! This tournament is about more than volleyball. Teams will have the opportunity to engage with artists in one of the area’s most prominent cultural districts through […]
Tidewater Comicon is coastal Virginia's largest comic convention with 2 full days of fun for the whole family. Come celebrate your favorite fandoms with special celebrity guests, comic creators, voice actors, cosplayers, gaming, panels, contests, and so much more!
This Memorial Day Weekend, come down to the 1st street Jetty at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and experience the surf, art, and culture from an event that draws in competitors and artists from around the world. The Steel Pier Classic is the largest longboard event on the East Coast. But it also includes a variety […]
3 pool games to single elimination softball tournament for ages 12U-18U at the Princess Anne Athletic Complex and City View Park in Virginia Beach.
Come together to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and equality at the 2nd annual Juneteenth At The Beach festival at the 24th Street Stage & Park on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! It’s a great opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones while enjoying the festivities. This year’s festival promises to be even more exciting, […]
It’s a tradition. A vacation. A hoops festival. A unique team bonding experience. Teams from all over the USA will compete in this 4-day long travel basketball mega-event. The tournament will have multiple divisions once elimination play begins, so regardless of your competitive level, you can come and compete!
The inaugural BEACH IT! Festival is coming to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. This year's lineup features headliners Miranda Lambert, Thomas Rhett, Luke Bryan, and 20+ more of country's biggest artists.
Bring the family to the beach on 29th Street July 18-22 as we celebrate the Galactic Greats of Film. Claim your spot in the sand and enjoy movies under the stars starting at 8:30pm. All films are free and open to the public. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 18: Apollo 13 (PG) Wednesday, […]
Bring the family to the beach on 29th Street July 18-22 as we celebrate the Galactic Greats of Film. Claim your spot in the sand and enjoy movies under the stars starting at 8:30pm. All films are free and open to the public. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 18: Apollo 13 (PG) Wednesday, […]
Bring the family to the beach on 29th Street July 18-22 as we celebrate the Galactic Greats of Film. Claim your spot in the sand and enjoy movies under the stars starting at 8:30pm. All films are free and open to the public. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 18: Apollo 13 (PG) Wednesday, […]
Bring the family to the beach on 29th Street July 18-22 as we celebrate the Galactic Greats of Film. Claim your spot in the sand and enjoy movies under the stars starting at 8:30pm. All films are free and open to the public. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 18: Apollo 13 (PG) Wednesday, […]
Bring the family to the beach on 29th Street July 18-22 as we celebrate the Galactic Greats of Film. Claim your spot in the sand and enjoy movies under the stars starting at 8:30pm. All films are free and open to the public. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 18: Apollo 13 (PG) Wednesday, […]
The 6th Annual Mural Festival will be August 18-27. New murals are painted by different national and local artists at properties throughout the arts district. The project allows the artists a 10-day timeframe to paint their artwork designs to completion providing the public ample time to explore and meet the artists while they work. Free […]
The Culinary Institute of Virginia’s presents the Sunset Beach Boil, Friday, September 1st, at the oceanfront on 24th Street. Celebrate the end of summer with family and friends in authentic beach boil style, featuring North Carolina shrimp and Eastern Shore clams. All guests will enjoy an individual charcuterie appetizer, family-style seafood boil, and individual dessert. […]
The men and women of Naval Air Station Oceana are proud to announce the return of the NAS Oceana Air Show!
Fall Wine Festival on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! 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 case.
The 2023 BayPort Credit Union Surf N Santa 5 Miler presented by Bon Secours is back with a brand new theme plus the same favorite traditions. This evening run allows you to experience the magic of the Holidays. Run through the holiday lights on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk before you celebrate your run at our post-race party.
The Uniquely Yours Bridal Showcase features the area’s top wedding vendors and is the largest and most anticipated bridal and vendor event in the state. Uniquely Yours strives to bring all of the wedding essentials together to make the couples’ wedding fabulous, memorable, and easy to plan! The Showcase features the most professional vendors in the […]
Celebrate good times with Virginia wines at the Coastal Virginia Magazine Wine Fest at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Enjoy tastings from featured wineries and cideries, try samples in the distillery den and shop from a variety of specialty vendors. There will also be live entertainment, a cash beer garden and so much more. So gather […]
Get lost in a nostalgic blast from the past at Beach Music Weekend! The finest Beach Music bands from the East Coast gather at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, paying homage to the “good old days” of hot tunes and cool vibes. New for 2024, Beach Music Weekend is FREE at 17th Street Park. Enjoy dancing […]
Pungo Offroad Monsters on the Beach, presented by Eastern Truck & Accessories, brings thrills and chills to the Virginia Beach oceanfront as Monster Trucks battle for ultimate sand domination! This family-friendly event is loud, fast, and exciting. Make sure you see the BIGGEST Monster Truck show in the mid-Atlantic ON THE BEACH with a race […]
Travel the world without leaving the beach at the Spring Wine Festival! 31st Street Park is transformed into a hub of tasting stations from around the world with over 70 wines from 8 countries, each featuring blends and styles that are sure to ignite the traveler in you. Each tasting ticket includes a commemorative wine glass, unlimited […]
Enjoy the cool sounds of summer as the season of sun and fun kicks off on Memorial Day Weekend! Free concerts at 17th Street Park and 24th Street Park feature local and regional bands representing different genres and musical stylings. The concerts from Friday through Sunday complement the perfect weekend to sun, swim, and surf […]
Celebrate the military and their families at the USO Experience Virginia Beach! For active service members and their families, USO Experience Virginia Beach is a weeklong summer event comprising a series of athletic, recreational, and social activities. For civilians, USO Experience is a way to learn about and celebrate the armed forces through the military […]
A 3 day vibrant festival renowned for its unique atmosphere, the quality of the athletes competing in high adrenaline action sports such as skateboarding, bouldering, break dancing and BASE jumping. JACKALOPE is the ultimate gathering of Canada’s action sport communities, bringing together top athletes and professionals in the featured sports as well as enthusiasts and curious. This thrilling festival […]
North American Sand Soccer Championships in beautiful Virginia Beach! The world’s large sand soccer festival welcomes 200,000 participants, spectators and boardwalk attendees to the “Gran Prix” of beach/sand soccer.
The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more! Our show is a unique, interactive event, with food to taste, dresses to see, flowers to enjoy, music to dance to and fun to […]
Chalk the Walk takes over the Virginia Beach Boardwalk as professional, amateur, and youth artists gather to turn the boardwalk into a canvas of color! At Chalk the Walk, competitors will draw 4'x4' chalk drawings for three blocks along the boardwalk to be on display and judged. Judges will score the drawings according to criteria […]
Bring the entire family to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront for a Jurassic Experience. Find your spot on the sand and enjoy. All films are free and open to the public. All movies are free and begin at 8:30pm on the beach at 29th Street. This year’s film festival includes: Tuesday, July 16: DINOSAUR (PG) Wednesday, […]
Embrace the festive spirit of fall at Pumpkins & Pirates, a unique celebration that combines two beloved themes – pumpkins and pirates – for an unforgettable, family-friendly experience. Young scallywags are in for a treat with this creative blend, featuring face painters, carnival games, stilt walkers, family relay races, roving jugglers, bandana-making, story-tellers, and our […]
Step into a Christmas wonderland at Snow Globe Spectacular in Virginia Beach Town Center – a dazzling display of life-sized snow globes. The event will also feature live music, holiday characters and a special North Pole snow globe where little ones can meet Santa himself!
Start your new year off on the right with the inaugural Holiday Lights First Night Holiday Hike! Whether you’re kicking off a New Year’s resolution, working off some holiday cookies, or just love a good stroll, Holiday Lights First Hike Night offers a unique way to get some exercise while enjoying Virginia Beach’s stunning Holiday […]
The Virginia Beach Brawl is a volleyball tournament presented by Hype Nation at the Virginia Beach Sports Center. This event is open to 12U-18U USAV, AAU, and JVA teams.
Your opportunity to experience this year's most anticipated vehicles is here! From groundbreaking technology to the latest production models, manufacturers will unveil their cutting-edge designs and features. Join us at the Virginia Beach Convention Center for a firsthand look at the auto industry’s vision for the future as these vehicles redefine style, performance, and technology […]
The RV Show of Tidewater is more than just an RV Show! See exhibits of all new RVs ranging from motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels! In addition to RVs, the show offers a wide variety of cutting-edge products and services for seasoned travelers or a first-time RV enthusiasts. You will find RV accessories, resorts […]
Join the Coastal Virginia Building Industry Association as they take over the Virginia Beach Convention Center to present the Annual Mid-Atlantic Home & Outdoor Living Show. 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 […]
Virginia Beach's premier dining event, this extraordinary week is your chance to experience Virginia Beach's finest restaurants. Try somewhere new or go back to a family favorite. Virginia Beach Restaurant Week offers specially priced meals from around the world.
If you’ve been thinking of buying a boat or upgrading what you currently have, now is the time to buy! Boat dealers from all over the state will be under one roof with their inventory and ready to make a deal! Whether you want to see the latest 2025 boat models, custom boats, or watercraft […]
The chill and thrill is real at the coolest fundraiser of the year, the Virginia Beach Polar Plunge! Join us for a day packed with cool – a costume contest and parade along the Boardwalk, live music, frosty beverages, free Wawa hot chocolate and coffee, local vendors – all capped off with an icy dip […]
The Virginia Beach Coin Show sponsored by the Tidewater Coin Club is a free event at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. 65 Dealer Tables. ANACS on site for coin authentication & grading. Educational displays, Buy, Sell & Appraise, US Foreign & Ancient Coins, Confederate & Fractional Currency, US & Foreign Paper Money, Books & supplies. […]
Southeastern Guns and Knives is an organized and legal gun show event held at the Virginia Beach Convention Center that promotes understanding of the shooting sports, appreciation of American history, and an opportunity to view historic and contemporary weapons. Displays range from rare and collectible civil war weaponry to the most recent hunting and shooting […]
Come out for the Excalibur Cup – a gymnastics invitational open to all levels! The Virginia Beach Convention Center is excited to host 3,800 competitors, representing over 25 different states and 10 different countries. With all levels competing in the same location, it is sure to be a fun-filled, exciting time!
Bracketed Virginia state championship wrestling tournament for Class 4 through 6 at the Virginia Beach Sports Center. Medals to wrestlers finishing in the top 6 of each weight class.
Annual Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad Oyster Roast Fest!
Enjoy lots of delicious oysters, food, and drinks, plus we’ll have live music, amazing silent and live auctions, craft artisans, and rescue squad equipment to explore!
Cheer for Charity, powered by Cheer and Dance Extreme, is excited to host The Grand National Championship in the beautiful Virginia Beach Convention Center. Teams from up and down the east coast attend to see who will be crowned our National Champion. Virginia Beach is perfect in March - beautiful weather and great hotel rates!
The annual Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend is a St. Paddy’s Day tradition in Coastal Virginia. Lace up your sneakers, dress yourself in green and conquer the streets of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The weekend has a race distance for every goal: Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, and challenges. No matter the distance, you’ll experience the best […]
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 […]
Don’t miss the opportunity to sample some the best She-crab soup on the East Coast! The competition features regional restaurants vying for the title of Best She Crab Soup, one of the region’s most loved seafood delicacies. Attendees taste and vote for the People’s Choice Awards, while regional cuisine experts serve up Critic’s Choice Awards […]
Edge-of-your-seat bull riding and barrel racing action is coming to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! Watch top bull riders and barrel racers compete on the beach at 3rd Street for a $12,000 purse and the Best of the Beach buckle. The family-friendly event includes bull riding, barrel racing, mini bull riding, rodeo clowns, and more. Be […]
Hunt Club Farm's Annual Spring Fling and Easter Egg Hunt featuring a Children's Egg Hunt, Visiting the Easter Bunny, Hayrides, the Petting Farm and TreeWalk Adventure, Costumed Characters, Live DJ with Music and Games, and an Artisan and Vendor Village! Additional activities are pony rides, animal feed and bird sticks.
Kite fliers and spectators of all ages will experience a visual feast at the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival on the beach between 16th and 18th Streets. This popular 2-day event features a variety of workshops and activities appropriate for all ages and all levels of kite aficionados. Everyone is invited to take part in the […]
Join world-class performers for a spectacular celebration of Caribbean music on the oceanfront in beautiful Virginia Beach! The Virginia International PAN Fest is a musical adventure set to the soothing sounds of steel pan music. The festival’s casual atmosphere appeals to the island community and people of all ages who are intrigued by the unique […]
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 […]
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 […]
For two days, Virginia Beach celebrates the sights and sounds of the Latin experience! La Fiesta Virginia Beach possesses the key ingredients of authentic food, colorful cultural costumes, and high-energy Latin music. Immerse yourself in Latin culture with free performances in 24th Street Park on Friday. On Saturday, grab your tickets and hit the sand […]
Experience the grandeur of The Totally Tribute Music Fest, a timeless celebration of music, delivered in tribute to beloved artists and bands. Take the musical journey of a lifetime as exceptional tribute performers from across the U.S. take the stage to deliver the iconic sounds that have left an indelible mark on the world of […]
Stars & Stripes Explosion on the Fourth of July welcomes thousands of visitors and residents of Virginia Beach to a “star-spangled” salute to this great country of ours with an amazing line-up of live performances on oceanfront stages. The schedule of live entertainment offers something for everyone: patriotic and classical to tribute bands, and of […]
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 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.
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 […]
