Latino Fest Set for July 19

Eat, drink, and salsa the night away at the Norfolk Latino Music & Food Festival on Saturday, July 19 at Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront!

Fiesta Time!

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How Do You Say Norfolk?

Nor-FOLK? NOR-fik? NAW-fik? NOR-FUK? Here’s the verdict.

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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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July Sizzles in Norfolk

The weather isn’t the only thing hotter than a firecracker in Norfolk, this July. The entertainment and activities schedule is also red-hot. Here’s a few of our favorite events coming your way in the first full month of summer.
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Events This Week

Winchester 49 at NorVa, summer art camps, a Norfolk Tides homestand, Latino Fest, live country at Waterside 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.

Jun092025
Aug182025

d’Art Pottery Camp

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Jul052025
Aug022025

Figment: A National Juried Exhibition of Fanciful, Whimsical, and Surreal Artworks

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Jul012025
Jul312025

Membership Swap: Elation Brewing

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Jul182025
Jul202025

Norfolk Tides vs. Syracuse Mets

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Jul182025

Miller Lite Hot Country Nights: Lauren Watkins

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Jul042025
Jul252025

Outdoor Artists July Series

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Jul182025
Aug032025

Perfect Arrangement by Topher Payne at the Generic Theater

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Jul182025

Lauren Watkins at Waterside

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Jun242025
Aug092025

Sail Voyagers

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Jul112025
Jul252025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Jun162025
Aug082025

Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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Jun132025
Jun122026

Secrets of the Sea

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Jul172025
Jul182025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Jul182025

Sexbruise, Grief Cat at The Annex

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Apr042025
Oct192025

Ghent Farmers Market

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Jul152025
Sep262025

Live Music Patio Parties at PBR Norfolk

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Mar072025
Jul312025

Carved Couture Exhibition Opening

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Jul182025

80s/90s Decades Party

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Apr162025
Oct152025

Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Jul052025
Aug022025

The Vault – Catherine Hillis: Chasing the Light

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May152025
Aug282025

15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series

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Jul042025
Jul252025

Spice Blend Class

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Jun132025
Sep012025

The Last Battleship

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Jul032025
Aug142025

Summer Fun Thursdays at MacArthur Center!

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Jul182025

Teacher’s Pet – An Improv Comedy Show

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Jun092025
Aug222025

Summer Art Camp

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Jul122025
Jul262025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Jul052025
Jul262025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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May032025
Aug022025

Storybook Tea Party at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Jul192025

Padfoot 10 year anniversary at The Annex

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Jul052025
Jul262025

Jr Master Gardeners July Series

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Jul192025

Padfoot 10 year anniversary at The Annex

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Jul192025

Big Boogie at The NorVa

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May032025
Nov222025

East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Jul192025

Latino Music Festival

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Jul192025

UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 Watch Party

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Jul062025
Jul272025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Jul202025

Heroes, Villains, and Virtuosos: Symphony Under the Stars

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May042025
Nov022025

Tour de ORF

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Jul202025

Ocean Alley

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Jul202025

Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park

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Jun092025
Aug252025

Pub Quiz

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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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Jul072025
Jul282025

Garden Artists July Series

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Jul212025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul212025
Jul272025

Downtown Restaurant Week July 2025

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Jun162025
Dec222025

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

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Jul212025

Little Zoo

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Jul222025

The Forgotten War: Teaching Korea in the Classroom Teacher Institute

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May202025
Aug192025

Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jul222025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul012025
Jul292025

Critter Club July Series

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Jul222025

Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jun112025
Aug272025

The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program

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Jun252025
Sep102025

Trivia Night

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Jul232025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jul022025
Jul312025

July Member Exclusive: Pollinator Patterns

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Jul232025

GLOM + DROOK at The Annex

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Jul022025
Jul302025

Wonder Wednesdays Series

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Apr102025
Dec182025

Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

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Jul242025

Member Night – Tango’s Birthday Party!

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Jul242025

Chef’s Table: Luau Cocktail Dinner

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Jul242025

Member Night- Tango’s Birthday Party

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Jul242025
Jul252025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Jul242025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul242025
Jul262025

Party Animals vs. Firefighters

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Jul242025

Line Dancing Lessons at PBR Norfolk

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Jul242025

Bombargo at The Annex

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Jul252025

Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

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Jul252025

An Evening with Artist Walker Babington

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Jul252025

Crush Night

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Jul252025

Ceremony presents: A Roaring Good Time!

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Jul252025

The Lawn Boys (Phish tribute) at The Annex

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Jul252025

Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Jul262025

Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

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Jul262025

ERT Botanical Bike Tour: Urban Agriculture

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Jul262025

COVA’s Anniversary Party: Celebrating 5 Years Through the 5 Senses

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Jul262025

Freedom Hawk, Runestoner at The Annex

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Jul262025

River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop

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Jul262025

NEON District Public Art Tour

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Jul262025

🧜🏻‍♀️Norfolk Day🧜🏻‍♀️

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Jul262025

Yoga at the Plot, Bhav Brigade

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Jul262025

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Jul262025

River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop

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Jul272025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul272025

Folded Fashions: A Journey Through the History of Paper Dolls

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Jul282025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul292025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul292025
Jul312025

Norfolk Tides vs. Memphis

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Jul292025

We Came as Romans at The NorVa

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Jul302025

Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Jul302025

Evan Honer

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Jul312025

Descendents at The NorVa

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Jul312025

Laufey: A Night at the Symphony

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Jul312025

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Aug012025

Bennett Wales & the Relief reunion + EP Release w/ 95Leo + Ruven at The Annex

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Aug012025

First Fridays: No B.S. Brass Band

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Aug012025
Aug032025

Norfolk Tides vs. Memphis

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Aug012025

Ocean View Beach Party

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Aug012025
Aug292025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Aug022025

Dress Like a Conductor Day

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Aug022025

Wild Tykes at The Virginia Zoo

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Aug022025

End of Summer Bash at the Virginia Zoo

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Aug022025

Wild Tykes

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Aug022025

Back to School Event at the Virginia Zoo

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Aug022025

Zoo Tales

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Aug022025

Climate Resilient Gardening 101

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Aug022025

Paws & Popsicles

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Aug022025

Climate Resilient Gardening 101

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Aug022025
Aug302025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Aug022025
Aug302025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Aug022025

End of Summer Bash

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Aug022025

ERT Field Day

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The Latest

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

Sail250 Virginia Will Pull Out All the Stops

When the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, Norfolk will take…
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August 2025 Norfolk, VA Events Guide 

Norfolk has an amazing lineup of events for August 2025! From the annual jazz festival to…
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Norfolk College Guide for Students

Welcome to your college experience in Norfolk, VA! Whether you’re enrolled at Old Dominion…
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Butterfly House Takes Wing at Norfolk Botanical Garden 

If the butterflies at the Norfolk Botanical Garden have heard…
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Top Things to Do in Ocean View and East Beach

Did you know that Norfolk has its very own sandy beach? The areas of Ocean View…
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Explore Norfolk’s Naval Fleet Aboard Victory Rover 

Norfolk has many claims to fame, but maybe none more special…
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The Perfect Norfolk Picnic Guide

Nothing says summer like a picnic, and Norfolk has no shortage of beautiful places to spread out your…
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City Unveils Free Parking Initiative

The City of Norfolk is excited to roll out a new parking initiative designed to make it easier…
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