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Sail250® Virginia Details
International tall ships and military vessels will sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail2025® America. Mere than 4,000 officers, cadets and crews of 55+ ships from 20 nations will engage in events along Virginia’s waterfront. Here’s everything we know so far.
Learn MoreNational Travel and Tourism Week
VisitNorfolk, in partnership with the Norfolk Tourism Foundation (NTF), is proud to celebrate the U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), held May 3-9, recognizing the vital role tourism plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing quality of life in Norfolk.
Learn MoreMay 2026 Events Guide
May might be the perfect month in Norfolk, as the weather turns pleasant, offering a hint of summer, but without all that humidity. Outdoor events kick into overdrive, as concerts, festivals and outdoor activities dominate the calendar.
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Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.
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Opening Reception “When There Are Nine” at the Offsite Gallery at MacArthur Center
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Flourish: d’Art’s Annual Juried National Exhibition of Floral and Botanical Artworks
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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series: Lt. Col. Howard Baugh and the Tuskee Airmen
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Special Exhibit: No Turning Back, MacArthur and the Occupation of Japan 1945-1951
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Bark at the Park with Norfolk Animal Care Center, Friends of NACC & the Norfolk Tides
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SCHOOLDAZE 2026: PASTOR TROY, DJ CLEVE & DJ SKILLZ – ALL WHITE YACHT WEEKND
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Read our blog for the latest — and greatest — happenings in the city.
One Mega Weekend: Art, Greek Food and Bayou Fun
What do we call it when three of Norfolk’s signature spring events collide…
Best Places to Watch the Parade of Sail for 2026 Harborfest & Sail250® Virginia in Norfolk
Learn MoreFrom Refugee Camps to Ghent: The Story Behind Vang Go Bistro
Without luck and fate, restaurateur Evan Vang…
Cousinz Festival Headliners Announced
T.I., Keyshia Cole, The-Dream, and Plies to Headline 3rd AnnualCousinz Festival at Norfolk…
Norfolk 2026-27 Cruise Schedule
Find the dates for 2026 Carnival Sunshine cruises from Norfolk, Virginia. Carnival offers 6-8 day sailings…
