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Festival Season’s Here

Check out all the festivals planned for this summer in Norfolk!

There’s plenty to do outdoors

From patio drinks to bike trails, waterfront dining to catching a ballgame, there’s so much to do outside in our city.

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.

Downtown

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

Historic Freemason District

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

NEON DISTRICT

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

GHENT

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

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.

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.

Riverview

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

Larchmont / lochhaven

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

Oceanview

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

Military Highway

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

What’s happening

Now Streaming: City With Bite Season 3!

With 600+ indie restaurants, you can’t not attempt to try them all. We enlisted foodie fanatic Nomarama to hit the streets and uncover the stories, the characters, and—oh yes—the food, that gives NFK its one-of-a-kind flavor.
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Pride Events in Norfolk

Whether you plan on attending the vibrant waterfront PrideFest celebration or want to experience other fantastic LGBTQ+ events in June, there’s plenty of ways to support the inclusion, dignity and equality of all people.
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June 9–11: 47th Annual Harborfest

Don’t miss the annual Parade of Sail, one of the largest fireworks shows on the East Coast, a mesmerizing drone show, interactive family activities, Navy demonstrations, artisan foods and beverages, live entertainment and more!
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Events

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

Jun102023

Mommy + Me Yoga

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Jun102023
Oct082023

Claudia Bueno: Echoes of the Heart

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Pride Pop-Up Party at Reaver NFK

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Alisa Amador

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Jun092023
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Norfolk Harborfest ’23

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Pride Month Brew Tour

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Jun092023
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Chelsea Pride Open House Weekend

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Jun102023

Roarin’ 20s Theme Night!

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Jun102023

Virginia Zoo Pride Night

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May272023
Jun242023

Delectable

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Jun102023

Harborfest Fireworks on the American Rover

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Apr012023
Oct152023

Bike Nights at Norfolk Botanical Garden

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May022023
Dec262023

Glassmaking Demo

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Mar102023
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PERSPECTIVES: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY GLASS FROM THE WAITZER COLLECTION

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Jan272023
Jul302023

THE GREAT EXHIBITION: BÉBÉS AT THE BARRY

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Feb242023
Aug202023

Barbara Earl Thomas: The Illuminated Body

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Mar032023
Jul022023

Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight

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May182023
Aug172023

Sunsets on the River

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Apr232023
Dec312023

Slow-Mo Sundays

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Jun112023

Mimosas & Heels Drag Brunch

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Jun112023

Red Stapler rocks the Beer Garden at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Dec242023

Music Bingo @ Reaver NFK

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Jun112023

Virginia Artisan Market at Bold Mariner

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May282023
Sep032023

Big Bands on the Bay Summer Concert Series

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Oct082023

Blue’s Jam

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Oct292023

Slow-Mo Sunday Group Ride

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Jun112023

Bhav at Sky’s the Limit

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May032023
Jun272023

Art of Yoga

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Jun122023

Pride Speakeasy Night

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Jun132023

Camacho Off The Grid Experience

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Jun132023

Yoga at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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May102023
Nov222023

Klassic Doughnut Wednesday’s

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Jun142023
Jun162023

Virginia Queer Film Festival

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May312023
Dec272023

Books & Brews Club Meet Up

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Apr252023
Dec272023

Super Casual Wednesday Ride

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Jun142023

Yoga at Eleanor’s Bookstore

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Jun142023

Hampton Roads Pride Night Out

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Jun112023
Dec272023

Flippin’ Good Trivia Night at Reaver NFK!

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Jun142023

Five Freedom Songs: Julia Bullock

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Jun072023
Jun212023

Chair Yoga

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Apr052022
Mar282024

Girl’s Night Out

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Jun162023

Truly Pride Happy Hour

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Dec292023

Late Night Ladies’ Ride

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Jun162023
Jun172023

Father’s Day Weekend Festival

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Jul212023

Summer Specialty Beer Dinners

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Jun172023

Juneteenth in the Park

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Jun172023

Lighthouse Painting

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Jun172023

Gimme Gimme Disco

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Jun172023

A Musical Tribute to Luther Vandross Norfolk State University Theatre Company Anthony M. Stockard, Producing Artistic Director

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Jun172023

Dance Like Dad—Pride Party at The Wave

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Jun172023

Summer Festival

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Jun182023

Father’s Day Afternoon Sail

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Jun182023

Yoga at Reaver NFK

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Jun182023

Father’s Day Bacon & Rib Fest

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Jun192023

STL Run Club

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Aug042023

STEAM Summer Camp at d’Art

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Jun202023

Winger + Firehouse

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Jun202023

Ghent Pride

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Jun202023

Firehouse and Winger

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Jun202023

Prenatal Yoga

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Jun212023

Pride at the Chrysler

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Jun232023

Dance The Night Away at the STUDIO 54 PRIDEFEST BLOCK PARTY!

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Jun232023

Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Jun242023

Tidewater Blue’z and BBQ

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Jun242023

Dumpster Dudes

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Jun242023

Pridefest Official After-Party

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Jun242023

Tidwater Blue’z and BBQ

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Jun242023

Toddler Yoga

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Jun242023

PrideFest

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Jun242023

Case

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Jun252023

You Need to Calm Down: Taylor Swift Pride Party

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Guide to Harborfest

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Plant Norfolk: A Growing Business

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LGBTQIA+ Norfolk Weekend Getaway

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Black-Owned Businesses in Norfolk, VA

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2023 Pride Events in Norfolk

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Best Outdoor Things to Do in Norfolk, VA

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Things to Do for Father’s Day in Norfolk, VA

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Norfolk Juneteenth Events

When Juneteenth became officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, it marked a pivotal moment in African…
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