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Norfolk NATO Festival

Every Thursday and Saturday
April 20 - April 22 2023

Scope and Town Point Park

Come celebrate the NATO alliance during the Virginia International Tattoo during two days of events:

Norfolk NATO Festival Flag Raising
Thursday, April 20 at 5 p.m.

Enjoy military music and ceremony on the SCOPE Plaza.

Norfolk NATO Festival Parade of Nations
Saturday, April 22 at 10 a.m.

Come experience the longest continuously running parade in Hampton Roads and the only parade in the United States honoring NATO. This is the 70th annual Parade of Nations! Purchase reserved seating, or enjoy free, public access to the parade.

Norfolk NATO Festival International Village
Saturday, April 22 at 11:30 a.m.

Join in a celebration and appreciation of our local NATO headquarters. Interact with NATO representatives and explore international heritage with cultural performances, international art, cuisine and craft beers. Come celebrate with the whole family in a European street fair atmosphere in Downtown Norfolk. Free and open to the public in Town Point Park.

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