From Friday, November 17, 2017 to Sunday, December 31, 2017, McDonald's presents Holiday Lights at the Beach! Enjoy twinkling lights with the beautiful Virginia Beach Oceanfront as a backdrop. This is one of the only times that the public is allowed and encouraged to drive on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk! Take a drive down the […]

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Explore 2,888 acres of pristine pine forest, swamp and wetlands at First Landing State Park, a largely untapped park that looks the same as it did when the first explorers first landed. Go swimming, hiking, biking, kayaking or just spread out a blanket for a picnic at this scenic natural area. […]

2017 NAS OCEANA AIR SHOW SEPTEMBER 16 – 17 For one weekend only, the Oceana Naval Air Station will open up to the public for tours of the base and much more. This year from September 16 – 17, visit the NAS Oceana Air Show to check out the fleet of fighter jets, Dan Buchanan’s […]

2017 NAS OCEANA AIR SHOW SEPTEMBER 16 – 17 For one weekend only, the Oceana Naval Air Station will open up to the public for tours of the base and much more. This year from September 16 – 17, visit the NAS Oceana Air Show to check out the fleet of fighter jets, Dan Buchanan’s […]

Mount Trashmore Park Sunday RUNday is one of the most fun Virginia Beach events to get outdoors and RUN! This family friendly event will let the whole family get outside while enjoying fantastic views of the Mount Trashmore Park and burn some energy. Parks & Recreation is teaming up with the Virginia Beach Parks & […]

On Thursday, June 15, head over to the beach between 20th Street and 35th Street for the MOCA Boardwalk Show. This annual show is in its 62nd year, and it features more than 300 artists curated by the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art. The MOCA Boardwalk Show takes place from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. […]

This year marks the 41st anniversary of the annual Norfolk Harborfest, one of the largest maritime events in the country. This festival is beloved by residents and visitors of all ages for its live music, kids activities, boat races, gourmet foods and more. This year's Norfolk Harborfest takes place from Saturday, June 10 through Monay, […]

This weekend, head out to the Salute to Summer festival in Virginia Beach, a three-day concert with music on three different stages along the boardwalk. This concert series features live music, summertime activities and events honoring the men and women who dedicated their lives to this country. The Salute to Summer has essays written about […]

Don't miss the annual Pungo Strawberry Festival starting this Friday, May 26, 2017 to Sunday, May 28, 2017. People travel from all over this country for this all-ages event, and it is always one of the biggest events of the year. At the Strawberry Festival, there are delicious foods to buy, handmade accessories, unique gifts, […]

At the Pungo ​Strawberry Festival, you'll find all the strawberries you can eat prepared in over 50 different ways. This all-ages event is the perfect way to get outdoors and celebrate the long weekend in the Virginia Beach area! Aside from the strawberry-infused foods, activities also include a pie-eating contest, several racing car exhibits, and […]