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WHRO News Local Matters – Military & Veterans Panel Discussion

October 1 2026

5-6 p.m.
MacArthur Memorial 198 Bank Street, Norfolk, VA Price: Free
The MacArthur Memorial will host WHRO Local Matters series as they discuss coverage of military and veterans news in Hampton Roads.

A Free afternoon panel discussing the Military and Veterans news beat and it’s importance to such a unique region as Hampton Roads.

WHRO VP of News Maurice Jones will moderate the discussion, joined by Military and Veteran beat reporter Steve Walsh, alongside other panelists (to be announced) who will explore what it’s like to cover the military today and reflect on the history of military reporting. An audience Q&A will follow.

Attendance is free but registration is required. Register now on Eventbrite!

About WHRO Local Matters Series: WHRO is committed to ensuring local journalism thrives in the region and connecting the community to local reporting. Join them this fall for our continuing series of Local Matters news panels. Each event will focus on a specific topic critical to the region and will feature a moderator and three news panelists, including the WHRO reporter covering that beat.

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NYE Live! - Norfolk's New Year's Eve Celebration at Waterside

December 31 2026

5-6 p.m.
Waterside District Norfolk VA, Price: Varies

Gold Admission includes access to all Waterside District venues on the first floor, 3 drink tickets, complimentary food action stations, karaoke, silent disco, 5 DJs, acoustic acts, party favors, champagne toast, and balloon drops filled with cash and prizes.

Upgrade to Platinum for exclusive access to VIP section, additional entertainment, 5 drink tickets, premium buffet, dedicated check-in line with red carpet photo op, complimentary coat check, champagne toast, and party favors. **UPGRADE TODAY: PLATINUM TICKETS ALWAYS SELL OUT**

Platinum package ticket purchasers will also have access to all Waterside District first floor venues, entertainment, and balloon drops filled with cash and prizes.

*Subject to changes*

Must be 21+

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Murder Mystery: Blood and Bootleg at Hunter House

September 26 2026

5-6 p.m.
Hunter House Victorian Museum Price: $10 Members/$20 Not-Yet Members

Step back into Prohibition Era Norfolk and discover the crime that lurks beneath. Enjoy an evening at the Belladonna Social Club and see if you can uncover the mysteries of the occupants within.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 26th

Showing at: 4pm 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm

📍 Location: 240 W. Freemason Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

💲Price: $10 Members/$20 Not-Yet Members

🎟️ RSVP — email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com or call 757-623-9814

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Pink Martini at Hilton Norfolk the Main

March 22 2027

5-6 p.m.
Hilton Norfolk The Main – 4th Floor Ballroom Norfolk 23510, Price: TBD

Virginia Arts Festival announces Pink Martini – the “little orchestra” from Portland, Oregon – March 22 at 7:30 pm at Hilton Norfolk The Main in the fourth-floor ballroom.  Pink Martini has been combining classical, jazz, and timeless pop into a unique, international sound since 1994. Founded by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, the band achieved worldwide fame with their hit “Sympathique (Je ne veux pas travailler)”.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 25 at 10 am and will be available at vafest.org,
757-282-2822, or in person at the Virginia Arts Festival Box Office at 440 Bank Street in Norfolk. 

Today, Pink Martini tours the world with a dozen musicians and songs in over 25 languages – from Carnegie Hall to the Royal Albert Hall, from the Sydney Opera House to the Hollywood Bowl. Over 3 million albums sold, collaborations with stars like Saori Yuki, Rufus Wainwright, and the von Trapps, and acclaimed performances with more than 70 orchestras have made the group a global cultural phenomenon.

“This is rich, hugely approachable music, utterly cosmopolitan yet utterly unpretentious. And it seems to speak to just about everybody … from grade-schoolers to grandmothers to the young and hip and beautiful.” –The Washington Post

About Virginia Arts Festival
The Virginia Arts Festival celebrates its 29th Anniversary in 2026. The largest performing arts organization in southeastern Virginia, Virginia Arts Festival has transformed the region’s cultural scene, presenting great performers from around the world and making this historic region a cultural destination for visitors from across the United States and around the world. In 2025, the Festival welcomed visitors from 45 states, the District of Columbia, and 9 foreign countries. Each season, the Festival presents over 250 performances, including free community events, student matinees, and workshops, with an annual attendance of over 110,000. Millions more are reached through international broadcasts of Festival performances on American Public Radio’s Performance Today, nationally on PBS TV, and regionally on WHRO TV. Over 32% of ticket sales come from outside the region, bringing tens of thousands of visitors to local museums and attractions and filling regional hotels and restaurants. Estimated annual economic impact of the Festival exceeds $25 million.

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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Color Bash

January 30 - January 31 2027

5-6 p.m.
Scope Arena 201 East Brambleton Avenue, Norfolk, Virginia 23510, Price: $30.35 and up

Family Entertainment Live, one of the world’s leading presenters of family-oriented live events, and Mattel, Inc (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the world’s most iconic brand portfolios, announced an all-new theme for the wildly popular Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Color Bash — with performances scheduled for January 30–31 at Scope Arena.

Tickets for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ – Color Bash on January 30 – 31 at Scope Arena are on sale now and can be purchased at the Scope Arena box office and at Ticketmaster.com. Visit SevenVenues.com for more information.

Following the runaway success of Glow-N-Fire — named the Pollstar Family Show of the Year — Color Bash takes the action to a whole new level, transforming the arena into a full-throttle collision of color. Vibrant pturns-splattered trucks, bursts of color, and electrifying lighting turn every smash, and crash, into a vivid spectacle the whole family can see, feel, and remember.

When the mischievous Skelesaurus drains all the color from Monster Truck Island, it’s up to the crew of Rhinomite™, Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Bone Shaker™, and Bigfoot® to win it back — one massive stunt at a time, joined by a mysterious new ally – to be revealed this fall! Every wheelie, jump, donut and freestyle run brings the color roaring back, building to a full-arena burst of light, sound, and pure Monster Truck energy. It’s the show you love, reimagined like you’ve never seen it.

“Color Bash is the most vibrant Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live experience we’ve ever created,” said Ken Hudgens, CEO, Family Entertainment Live. “We took everything fans love about the show — the massive trucks, the jaw-dropping stunts, the can’t-look-away energy — and supercharged it with color. It’s a brand-new way to experience the action live, and we can’t wait to bring it to families in Norfolk in 2027.”

Before the trucks take the floor, ticket holders can add on the Pre-Show Party for an up-close, hands-on experience. And for fans who want the ultimate day out, a range of VIP packages — including Full Throttle VIP, Pedal to the Metal VIP, and Start Your Engine VIP — offer exclusive pre-show access, official VIP merchandise, and the chance to get up close with the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks before all the smashing and crashing begins. The ultimate Full Throttle VIP package includes front-row seats, a backstage tour, and a meet & greet with a monster truck driver and an FMX rider.

It’s high-octane, family-friendly fun for fans of all ages — kids, parents, and grandparents alike — packed into one unforgettable, color-charged show.

HOT WHEELS™ and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2026 Mattel.

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Yorktown Sunset Sail Aboard Schooner Virginia

October 9 2026

5-6 p.m.
425 Water St, Yorktown, VA 23690, Price: $85

See Yorktown from a whole new perspective aboard Schooner Virginia.

Join us October 9 from 5:00–7:00 PM for a special two-hour sunset sail along the York River. Take in the crisp fall air and beautiful waterfront views as the sun sets over Yorktown.

Make the evening your own by bringing dinner and bottled beverages to enjoy onboard while you sail.

October 9 | 5:00–7:00 PM
$85 per person | Ages 6+

More than a memorable evening on the water, your sail helps support Schooner Virginia. Proceeds directly benefit the preservation and operation of this historic vessel, helping keep her sailing for years to come.

Space is limited, so advance reservations are encouraged.

Please arrive by 4:45 PM to meet the Schooner Virginia crew and prepare for boarding. The sunset sail is approximately two hours. Guests are welcome to bring their own dinner and bottled beverages to enjoy onboard.

Please note: There is no rain date for this sail. If the event is canceled due to inclement weather, registered guests will be contacted and receive a full refund.

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RnB Block Party Homecoming Edition

October 9 2026

5-6 p.m.
Scope Plaza 201 East Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510

The RnB Block Party returns to Scope Plaza on Friday, October 9 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. In celebration of Norfolk State University’s Homecoming, this block party will feature headliner DJ ESCO, the official DJ for Grammy Award-winning rapper and songwriter Future. Additional DJs will include RnB Block Party’s resident DJ, Izzy The DJ, DJ SK, Mike Benny, DJ Anelz, and DJ Chef Dro.

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Howl-O-Ween: Dog Day at the Zoo

October 30 2026

5-6 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby Street Norfolk VA 23504, info@virginiazoo.org Price: $8-$18

Bring your favorite pup to the Zoo for a howling good time at Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo! Dog lovers and their well-behaved canine companions are invited to explore the Zoo together and enjoy festive Halloween fun. Pups will be treated to new sights, smells, and sounds along side their people while also providing enrichment to the Zoo’s animals. Guests are encouraged to dress their dogs in their best Halloween costumes and enter our dog costume contest for a chance to win prizes.

For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, dogs must be well-trained and current on required vaccinations. Dogs behaving in an unruly or aggressive manner (i.e. excessive barking, growling, lunging, biting, etc.) will be required to leave without a refund.

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ZooBoo

October 17 - October 18 2026

5-6 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby Street Norfolk VA 23504, info@virginiazoo.org Price: $8-$30

Halloween goes WILD at the Virginia Zoo’s ZooBoo! Join us on October 17 & 18 from 9am – 4pm for a family-friendly celebration packed with animal experiences, hands-on activities, and fang-tastic fun.

Carve out time to watch animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment and meet mystery Animal Ambassadors. Goblin up candy and other giveaway goodies, like an exclusive Virginia Zoo trading card, at trick-or-treat stations throughout the Zoo. Booooogie to a local DJ’s tunes, compete in costume contests, and shop a spooky market featuring local vendors.

Kids can even bounce in themed bounce houses, explore sensory-friendly activities like Touch-a-Truck, and meet special character guests.

Grab your family and fiends, put on your favorite costume, and bring your Halloween spirit to the Virginia Zoo

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NEON Nights

October 16 2026

5-6 p.m.
NEON District Norfolk, VA, Price: Free

The vibrant creative energy of Norfolk is taking a new shape this year with the introduction of NEON Nights, a dynamic evolution of the beloved annual NEON Festival. Shifting away from a single, massive weekend footprint, NEON Nights will feature a series of more intimate, highly engaging art events happening multiple times throughout the year.

The inaugural NEON Nights event is scheduled for one night only on Friday, October 16, 2026.

At the heart of this new, year-round format is a heavy emphasis on direct community collaboration, specifically by pairing talented local and regional artists with incredible local businesses. The vast majority of art installations, performances, and creative activations will take place directly inside participating storefronts, galleries, and venues. This strategic shift is designed to drive foot traffic and foster creative synergy right within the walls of local establishments.

While the focus remains on immersive indoor experiences, NEON Nights will feature a limited number of outdoor activations. These select public spaces will be specifically reserved for small, individual, pop-up style acts, such as street-side poetry writing, acoustic busking, yarnbombing, and similar micro-art experiences.

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