It’s Outdoor Dining Season

Dinner with water views? You got it. How about an outdoor seat Downtown among the hustle and bustle? Absolutely. Quiet spot to sip wine in a dreamy garden? Coming right up.

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Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, Virginia is a city on the water, but never watered down. Built on character, by characters, we’re a melting pot of people, cultures, and ideas.

Explore Our Neighborhoods

Downtown

Norfolk’s walkable, waterfront downtown is the urban hub of the city full of shopping, entertainment, restaurants and excitement!

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Historic Freemason District

The city’s oldest standing neighborhood, Historic Freemason features beautiful tree-lined cobblestone streets, manicured gardens, historic homes and water views.

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NEON DISTRICT

The creative center of the city, NEON’s 80+ pieces of public art, live performances and eclectic restaurants are destined to inspire.

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GHENT

Ghent is filled with character, culture and delicious cuisine — not to mention tons of eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries and antique stores.

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Chelsea

Chelsea is one of the most walkable and bikeable neighborhoods in the city, with the celebrated Elizabeth River Trail (ERT) passing through the center.

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park place / Railroad district

Lined with local breweries, eateries and street murals, the industrial neighborhoods of Park Place/Railroad District are sure to get any visit on the right track.

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Riverview

From zoo animals to wildly delicious restaurants, the LGBTQ+ friendly neighborhood of Riverview truly has something for everyone.

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Larchmont / lochhaven

Next door to Old Dominion University, Larchmont and Lochhaven are home to history, local restaurants, outdoor fun and perfect water views.

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Oceanview

The relaxing beachside communities of Ocean View and East Beach are the perfect place to unwind with fresh seafood, sand and sun!

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Military Highway

Ideal for people on the move, Military Highway plays host to Norfolk International Airport and an abundance of shopping options.

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What’s happening

Cruises: Everything You Need to Know

Looking for up-to-date cruise schedules, parking information, lost luggage contacts, maps, deals and related tips on cruising in and out of Norfolk, VA.? Here’s your complete guide.
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June Heats Up in Norfolk

This month in Norfolk is defined by live music, waterfront festivals, historic observances and film and art programming. Here’s just a small sampling of Mermaid City’s late spring/early summer offerings.
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Events This Week

Pride celebrations continue and and much more happening this week in Norfolk, Va.
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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

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Carved Couture Exhibition Opening

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Jun162025
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Chesapeake Public Schools High School Graduation

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Jun132025
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The Last Battleship

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Apr162025
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Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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May072025
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Wine Down Wednesday

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Jun092025
Aug182025

d’Art Pottery Camp

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Jun182025

Work from Downtown: SOP (Sneakers on Pavement)

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Jun182025

The Road to Tokyo: World War II in the Pacific

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Jun182025

Rope Making

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Jun182025

Juneteenth Trivia Night

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Jun092025
Aug222025

Summer Art Camp

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Jun042025
Jun262025

June Member Exclusive: Flower Fun

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Apr042025
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Ghent Farmers Market

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Jun012025
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Children’s Museum of VA- Membership Swap

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Jun182025
Jul052025

Victory Gardens Activity @ Activity HQ

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Jun062025
Jun292025

2025 Norfolk Theatre Festival

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May022025
Jun272025

Live Music Patio Series at Just Birdies

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May302025
Jun282025

Gilded: A National Juried Exhibition of Artworks that Incorporate Gilded Elements

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Jun132025
Jun122026

Secrets of the Sea

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Jun162025
Aug082025

Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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Jun182025

Bingo Silver Series Cruise

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Jun182025
Jul052025

V-Mail Activity @ Activity HQ

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Jun182025

The Road to Tokyo: WWII in the Pacific

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May302025
Jun282025

Affirm: A Juried National Exhibition of Artworks from the LGBTQIA+ Community

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May152025
Aug282025

15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series

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Jun112025
Aug272025

The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program

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Mar192025
Jun252025

Chris’s Pub Trivia

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Jun122025
Jun262025

Intro to Sketching Workshop with Jenn Hilliard

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Jun192025

Latin Night with DJ Xtreme

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Jun022025
Jun222025

UniverSoul Circus

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Jun192025

Volunteer Litter Cleanup

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Jun192025

Exploring Fossils

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Jun192025

Second Wind

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Jun192025

Dinosaurs in the Garden

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Apr102025
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Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

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Jun192025

Wild Tykes at The Virginia Zoo

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Jun292025

Topdog/Underdog- Norfolk State University Theater Company

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May152025
Jun262025

Two-Wheel Thursday at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jun192025

Five Dollar Comedy presents Harold: A Comedy in Three Parts

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Jun202025

RnB Block Party

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Jun202025

Made In Norfolk Grand Opening

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Jun062025
Jun292025

Spice Blend Class

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Jun062025
Jul112025

Wish You Were Here: A Solo Exhibition by Derek Munn

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Jun202025

Pride Block Party: Neon Dreams

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Jun202025

I fight Vampires EP release w/ Warrington, Infinite Bliss, Cosmic Strain, Blvckhndz at The Annex

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Jun202025

First Look at Korea Live Q&A

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Jun202025

RnB Block Party

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Apr112025
Jun272025

Friday Night Live Musci at COVA

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Jun202025

Grand Opening: Made in Norfolk at Selden Market

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Jun202025

Abandon Ship

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Jun202025

Joe McMurray at Maker’s Craft Brewery #2

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Jun062025
Jun272025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Jun202025

The Jam: Pride-Teenth!

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Jun202025

Teacher’s Pet – An Improv Comedy Show

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Jun202025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Jun212025

Sam Barber

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Jun212025

Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Jun212025

Mister Showtime

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Jun212025

Fins on the Fantail at Nauticus

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Jun212025

Rope Making

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May032025
Aug022025

Storybook Tea Party at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Jun212025

African American History Tour on the ERT

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Jun212025

Community Conversations: Improving Accessibility

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Jun212025

The MENtal Health Talk

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Jun212025

Smell Like a Sturgeon

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Jun212025

The Watch, Shagwuf, rockstarkiller, Nightwalks, Lil at The Annex

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Jun212025

Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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Jun212025

Norfolk Drag Brunch Cruise

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Jun072025
Jun282025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Jun212025

Fins on the Fantail

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May032025
Nov222025

East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Jun212025

Unlocking Homeownership, Wealth & Legacy Protection

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May042025
Nov022025

Tour de ORF

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Jun222025

“The Accidental Tourist” Wine Tasting

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Jun222025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Jun222025

Cam Girl, Lifeline, No Agenda, Drunk Actually at The Annex

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Jun222025

Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Jun222025

Underwater Mapping

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Jun022025
Nov032025

Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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May052025
Sep292025

Run Your Best Mile

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Jun162025
Dec222025

Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jun232025

Project Success: Asana Series

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Jun092025
Aug252025

Pub Quiz

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Jun032025
Jun242025

NEW! Critter Club June Series

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Jun242025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun242025

Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Aug092025

Sail Voyagers

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May202025
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Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jun252025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun252025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jun252025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Jun252025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jun262025

Member Night – A Look Behind the Scenes

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Jun262025

In Defense of Art Making: Stories from Women Artists

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Jun262025

Sal Vulcano

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Jun262025

Beach Yoga at 9th Bay Street

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Jun262025

Sal Vulcano Everything’s Fine Tour

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Jun262025

Tots on the Trail

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Jun262025

The Supervillains, JWADI at The Annex

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Jun262025

River Star Homes Landscape Design Master Class

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Jun262025

Film Break Society: Adolescence of Utena (1999)

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Jun262025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun272025

Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Jun272025

Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Jun272025

Pride Night- Virginia Zoo

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Jun272025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Jun272025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun272025

Titustown Art Show

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Jun272025

Beach Floyd LIVE at The Annex

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Jun272025

Miller Lite Hot Country Nights kicks off with Nashville Nights Band!

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Jun272025

The Improv Riot Allstar Improv Comedy Show

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Jun272025

Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

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Jun272025

One Love Fest- A Bob Marley Celebration

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Jun282025

75th Anniversary of the Korean War Commemoration Ceremony

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Jun282025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jun282025

Daniel Neale

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Jun282025

Sapphic Sounds

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Jun282025

Dog Days of Summer Party

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Jun282025

Dog Days of Summer Pawty with NACC

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Jun282025
Jun292025

Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Jun282025

Urban Design: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

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Jun282025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jun282025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jun282025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun282025

Succulent Driftwood Workshop

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Jun282025

Korean War Commemoration Ceremony

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Jun282025

ERT Botanical Walking Tour- Gardens of Hague + Chrysler Museum

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Jun292025

Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Jun292025

Poppy’s First Birthday at the Virginia Zoo

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Jun292025

Kidd G at The NorVa

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Jun292025

Kelsey Waldon at The Annex

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Jun292025

Norfolk Jazz Brunch Cruise

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Jul012025
Jul032025

Norfolk Tides vs. Durham Bulls

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The Latest

Read our blog for the latest — and greatest — happenings in the city.

July 2025 Norfolk Events Guide 

The weather isn’t the only thing hotter than a firecracker in Norfolk, this July. The entertainment…
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Things to do in Norfolk 4th of July Weekend

Whether you’re locally throwing a backyard barbecue with friends and family or…
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Best Ice Cream and Gelato Shops in Norfolk

There’s no better way to cool down in the hot summer months (or indulge any time of…
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Norfolk’s Outdoor Dining Guide

It’s the perfect time of year for al fresco dining, and Norfolk’s restaurants certainly don’t disappoint…
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All About Comfort: MJ’s Serves up Pride, Tasty Meals 

MJ’s Tavern owner John Childers and Caviar What: MJ’s…
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Best Water-Based and Outdoor Things to Do in Norfolk, VA

With an abundance of outdoor activities, Norfolk is the…
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Hot Out? Best Things to Do Indoors in Norfolk, VA

Norfolk is known for its sprawling water views and outdoor activities…
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Recently Opened in Norfolk

Because Norfolk is always evolving and changing, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on all the new talented…
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