Cuisine and Cocktails

Saturday Rooftop Singles Mixer at Grain – Hilton Norfolk The Main

March 28 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Grain 100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $0 - $97

Kick back, meet new people, and enjoy some good vibes at the coolest singles mixer around!

🌇🍸 Saturday Rooftop Singles Mixer at Grain – Hilton Norfolk The Main 💫

End your week elevated.
Join us every Saturday evening at the stunning Grain Rooftop, located inside Hilton Norfolk The Main, for an upscale After-Work Singles Dating Mixer overlooking the Norfolk skyline and waterfront.

This isn’t a nightclub.
This isn’t awkward small talk.
This is a curated rooftop experience designed for ambitious, attractive, relationship-minded professionals.

🕕 Time
Every Saturday
8:30 PM – 1:00 AM

The perfect pre-weekend social reset.
Arrive after work. Stay for the sunset. Leave with a connection.

📍 Location
📍 Grain Rooftop
Located inside Hilton Norfolk The Main
📍 100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

📌 Meet Near:
Main Bar Area or Outdoor Patio Area

💫 The Vibe

Imagine:
Golden hour over downtown Norfolk.
City lights reflecting on the water.
Craft cocktails in hand.
Well-dressed singles mixing effortlessly.

Grain offers a modern rooftop atmosphere perfect for professionals ages 25–45 who value quality, confidence, and real conversation.

Expect:
✨ Balanced male/female ratio
✨ Guided introductions
✨ Optional structured mini-rotations
✨ Professional hosts curating the room
✨ Upscale but relaxed energy

This is where rooftop energy meets real chemistry.

💘 The Goal

Friday isn’t just the end of the week.
It’s your opportunity to:

• Meet someone new
• Spark unexpected chemistry
• Expand your social circle
• Start your weekend with intention

🎟 Ticket Options
Come solo or bring a friend — your next date could start tonight.

🎟 General Admission —
Includes:
✔ Entry to the singles mixer
✔ Open social mingling
✔ Access to curated introductions
✔ Perfect for first-time attendees

RSVP required.

💙 VIP Speed Networking Pass — $25
Our most popular option.

Includes:
✨ Access to structured mini-rotations
✨ Priority introductions
✨ Focused one-on-one interactions

Perfect for singles who want intentional interaction.

🌟 Elite Matchmaker Experience — $40
For singles serious about dating with purpose.

Includes:
✔ Personalized matchmaking intake
✔ Curated introductions
✔ Post-event match follow-up
✔ Access to private attendee database

Designed for professionals who want more than casual mingling.

👑 Diamond Concierge Pass — $97
White-Glove Dating Experience
(Limited Availability)

Includes:
✔ 1-on-1 personalized matchmaking consultation
✔ Priority introductions
✔ Concierge-level guidance during the event
✔ VIP placement
✔ Private dating strategy support

For those ready for premium, personalized results.

📌 Important Policy

🚫 No refunds once the event is attended — no exceptions.

Please RSVP only if confident in attending.
Spots are limited to maintain quality and balanced ratios.

✨ Secure your Friday night at Grain Rooftop and let Norfolk’s skyline set the stage for your next great connection.

🌐 More events & memberships:
www.dmvdatingroup.com

Cuisine and Cocktails

Fairy Door - Paint and Sip in Norfolk | Classpop!

April 8 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Pinot's Palette Norfolk 240 W 21st Street Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: $54.86

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Grab a drink, pick up a brush and vibe out at this fun paint and sip experience with Norfolk Studio, hosted through Classpop! You’ll follow along as you create your own version of “Fairy Door”, no pressure, just good vibes and creative flow.

What’s Included:

A fun, hands-on paint and sip class led by a talented local artist.
All painting supplies (canvas, brushes, paints, apron).
Expert guidance tailored for all skill levels, no experience needed.
A canvas you painted yourself (yes, you!)
Painting secrets you’ll want to brag about in the group chat.

What to Expect:

Step-by-step guidance from a talented artist who makes it make sense.
A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your painting skills.
Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.
Great music, amazing drinks and lots of fun

What to Know Before You Go

👕 Comfortable, casual clothing is recommended for this hands-on experience.
⏰ Please arrive at the venue at least 10 minutes before your scheduled session. Upon arrival, check in with the host or staff at the entrance and mention that you’re attending the event.

See What People Are Saying About This Event

Reginald ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

My wife has gone a few times or more to your Cherry Hill, New Jersey location. This was actually my first time ever, as we drove down to celebrate her Birthday weekend. We both had a great time painting, sipping and meeting new people. Also, the instructor Kelsey was great and we had a lot of fun with him as well.💯

Annette ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What a great experience! Everything was organized, fun, and wonderful. Thank you Traci for a great night! Definitely recommend!

Cassidy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Had a great time celebrating our anniversary!

Whether you’re here for the art or the wine, it’s the perfect way to switch things up midweek or celebrate something special.

Book your spot today and get ready to sip, paint and vibe!

For additional information and dates visit Fairy Door

Cuisine and Cocktails

Pressed Flower Suncatcher and Delicious Drinks

April 11 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

VA Goods inside Selden Market 208 East Main Street #STE 111 Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $54.86

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Join us for a fun workshop with all you could need – crafting and delicious drinks!

Welcome to the Sips and Suncatchers event!

Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting and tasting at VA Goods inside Selden Market. Get creative and make your own Pressed Flower Suncatcher while trying a flight of delicious Virginia-made drinks. Cider, Sangria, Cocktails, Beer and non-alcoholic options available. It’s the perfect way to spend quality time with significant other or friends.

Don’t miss out on this unique experience! See you there!

PLEASE NOTE : Each ticket is for ONE person. Thank you!

Questions or concerns? Email us at shopvagoods@gmail.com

Arts and Entertainment

Cocktails + Convo: Norfolk | A Night Out with New Friends

April 4 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Bar of the Week - TBD Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $12.16

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Cheers to a good night, great drinks, + fantastic company. Connect with others over a night out for drinks. Each week a different location.

Hey locals 🍻

Our series groups together complete strangers for a fun night out. That’s right, you sign up, and we book the restaurant. We know life can get busy. Don’t forget to spend time making new friends! Build your community with us while supporting locally owned businesses.

Each week is held at a different location. These dinners are not directly associated with the restaurants or bars, but are simply based on a table reservation via Opentable or Resy. The pin on the map is not the location but a placeholder since each location changes week to week.

This micro-event is intended to be for 4-6 people maximum. If the evening you signed up for does not hit the minimum number of signups, please be open to joining us on another night with a fuller group. Check out our feature in Eventbrite’s 2025 TRNDS report about embracing the micro-event trend.

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How does it work?

After you register, you’ll be emailed an introduction message regarding age, interests, and hobbies. We’ll stay in touch with you leading up to the night.

Please try your best to register weeks in advance, if possible.

*Your registration does not include your individual food and drink purchases. A paid ticket simply makes you more committed to actually showing up. Your registration supports our team’s endeavors.

*These outings are intended to help people make friends. These are not dating gatherings. 🧍‍♂️ 🧍‍♀️

*If you sign up the day of, there’s a risk of already reach our maximum for the night, or not having enough interest to move forward with a table reservation. Simply email ermantourageimpact@gmail.com for info prior to signing up.

Our vision is simple: we take the no gimmicks approach to networking. No need for yet another app to take up space on your phone – just four walls and a roof and good food for people to connect 🙂 We coordinate with you directly, human-to-human. 🤖

If you have any more questions, please contact ermantourageimpact@gmail.com!

Brought to you by event series Ermantourage.

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Testimonials:

“It was so great! I will share pictures of food and if you need anywhere to share the experience! You did it better than AI! All of us were from different parts of the world, somehow having similar interests even though the age was different. Super cozy and friendly and amazing. We had one birthday (Persephone) so we gave her a cake!Thanks for hosting and looking forward to more events!” -Korina from Munich

“Hey, just wanted to give an update months later. I ended up forming a long term friend from this event and am very grateful. Thank you for helping set it up!” – Daritza from Austin

“It was a great event, Erman – thanks — great group, friendly environment, and a really good way to be introduced to people…. “ – Ron from NYC, dinner with creatives edition

Arts and Entertainment

Welcome to The Chat - Virginia

April 11 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Gather Norfolk - Office Space and Coworking 500 East Main Street #16th floor Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $43.11

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Jump into The Chat, Virginia style—meet cool folks, share laughs, and spark great convos live!

Welcome to the Chat is an intimate brunch experience designed to bring women together from all walks of life leaders, creatives, professionals, mothers, entrepreneurs, students, and women simply seeking connection.

It’s a space for real conversations, vulnerability, laughter, and sisterhood.

Guests will enjoy:

-Guided conversations

-A safe and supportive environment

-Connection activities

-Brunch + drinks included

-Special surprises

-A community you’ll want to come back to

Come ready to talk, connect, and heal in a space built with intention.

We can’t wait to welcome you.

NO REFUNDS.

Arts and Entertainment

Norfolk Dance Collective's 3rd Annual Concert - ASCEND

April 18 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Hackney Theater at The Meredith Center for the Arts 7336 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505, Price: Tickets: $20 General/$15 Student

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• ASCEND •

Join Norfolk Dance Collective for our 3rd Annual Concert – “ASCEND” – on Saturday, April 18th in the Hackney Theater at the Meredith Center for the Arts!

Featuring work from guest choreographers Gianna Renata, Eve Haines, and Angela Shipley!

ASCEND, not simply to be better but because it’s necessary. It represents a, proactive, and often difficult, journey—like climbing a mountain—rather than a passive rise. It suggests a continuous process of evolving, self-improvement, and reaching for higher goals. “ASCEND” invites the audience to shift their perspective, embracing one’s authentic self, and let go of old, ego-driven patterns.

Get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening!

Tickets: $20 General/$15 Student

5yrs and under are free.

Purchase online or at the door.

https://www.norfolkdancecollective.org/upcoming-events

Saturday, April 18th at 6:30pm

Doors open at 6:00pm.

Hackney Theater at The Meredith Center for the Arts

7336 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505

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Arts and Entertainment

Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More!

April 2 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Norfolk Location TBD, Price: Donation

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The Powerful Voices Open Mic Show will be a night filled with creativity, community, and fun as we celebrate talented artists from a variety of backgrounds!

Get ready to experience an unforgettable evening of music, poetry, comedy, and more from talented artists from all over the country!

As an audience member, you will be a part of the show! You will be able to vote for your favorite performance! 🎟️Secure your spot now by grabbing the Audience/Voter Ticket!

🎤Performers: Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet fellow artists & admirers and be seen by thousands with the chance of winning the 💵$100 cash prize🏆!

You will have 3 minutes to perform. Your performance will be featured on our social media platforms. You never know who’s watching!👀

🎟️Secure your spot now by grabbing the Performer Ticket!

Invite your friends/family to the show!

See you there!

Cuisine and Cocktails

Mosaic Coasters- Waters Edge Winery

April 16 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro Norfolk 6464 Hampton Boulevard Norfolk, VA 23508, Price: $43.11

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Get creative and craft your own cool mosaic coasters while sipping on some great wine vibes.

Mosaic Coasters at Waters Edge Winery 🍷✨

Join Craft Club VB for a creative night out at Waters Edge Winery in Norfolk as we design and create beautiful, one-of-a-kind mosaic coasters!

Sip your favorite wine while arranging colorful glass tiles into a custom set of coasters that are both functional and stunning. Whether you love a coastal vibe, bright pops of color, or a more neutral look, you’ll have everything you need to create a set that fits your style.

No experience needed — we’ll guide you step-by-step, and you’ll leave with handmade pieces perfect for your home or gifting!

$35 Ticket Includes:

• 4 wood coasters

• Large assortment of colorful mosaic glass tiles

• All tools and supplies needed

• Step-by-step instruction

• Keepsake photo 📸

Come early to grab a drink, bring a friend, and make it a full girls’ night out!

Spots are limited — we can’t wait to craft with you! 💙

*Drinks and food are available on site for purchase but not included in the ticket price.

If for some reason you can no longer attend please contact us directly. Refund will be issued 7 days prior. We can also move you to a different class; however, no changes can be made within 24 hrs of a class start time.

Arts and Entertainment

Physical Wellness for Ceramic Artists

April 4 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Location All Hands Pottery Studio 164 S Military Highway, Norfolk, Va 23502, Price: From $19.64

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2 hour hands on workshop to help ceramic artists work longer, hurt less, and create better.

Physical Wellness for Ceramic Artists
Work Longer. Hurt Less. Create Better.
2-Hour Hands-On Workshop
Saturday April 4th, 1pm-3pm

Working with clay is deeply rewarding — but it can also be hard on the body. Many ceramic artists experience back pain, shoulder tension, wrist strain, or fatigue from long hours at the wheel or worktable. The good news is that small adjustments in movement and studio habits can make a big difference.

This practical, hands-on workshop is designed specifically for ceramic artists who want to protect their bodies and extend their creative careers.

Led by a certified athletic trainer, this session will teach simple, effective techniques to help you move more comfortably and avoid common pottery-related injuries. You’ll learn stretches, strengthening exercises, and body mechanics tailored to the real movements potters make every day.

In this workshop you will learn:
• How to reduce strain while throwing and handbuilding
• Better posture at the wheel and worktable
• Safe lifting techniques for clay and equipment
• Simple mobility exercises for shoulders, back, hips, and wrists
• Warm-ups and recovery techniques for long studio sessions
• Practical habits that support long-term studio health

This workshop is ideal for potters of all experience levels — whether you are already experiencing aches and stiffness or want to stay ahead of them.

You’ll leave with clear, practical tools you can use immediately in your studio.

Meridith Gordon, BS, ATC, LAT

Meridith Gordon is a Certified Athletic Trainer with over 14 years of professional experience in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and movement education. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2012 and is licensed in the State of Texas. Meridith is certified through the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC).

Meridith has worked in a variety of athletic training settings, including high school athletics, collegiate sports, and industrial injury prevention. She has served as an athletic trainer at Grand Prairie High School, Mesquite High School, and in an industrial environment focused on workplace injury prevention and ergonomic safety. She currently works at Nelson University, a private Christian institution with approximately 500 student-athletes across eight sports. Her primary responsibilities include the care and prevention of injuries for volleyball, basketball, baseball, and softball athletes.Meridith specializes in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and helping individuals develop safe and efficient movement patterns for long-term physical health. She is particularly passionate about guiding individuals through the recovery process and helping them return to the activities they enjoy.

Originally from Michigan, Meridith spent part of her early adult life serving in the United States Navy as a Quartermaster before transitioning into a career in public safety as a 9-1-1 police and fire dispatcher. Her diverse professional background ultimately led her to pursue a career in athletic training, where she combines her commitment to service with her passion for helping others stay active and healthy.

In her spare time, Meridith enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with her husband and their two dogs, Chloe and Emma Jean.

***Disclaimer

This pottery workshop is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Although the instructor is a licensed Athletic Trainer, the content presented during this workshop is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. Participation in this workshop does not establish a patient relationship.

The information shared is general in nature and should not be considered medical advice. If you are experiencing pain, injury, or any health concerns, please consult your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before participating.

By attending this workshop, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and that you assume all risks associated with involvement in the activities. The instructor and hosting business disclaim any liability for injuries, losses, or damages that may occur as a result of participation.

Arts and Entertainment

Epiphany Carnival & T. O. C. Masquerade Sneaker Ball

April 18 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Downtown Norfolk 727 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $25.50

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Epiphany Carnival / T.O.C. Family & Friends. Rock your kicks & masks for a night of music, vibes & mystery. Come Masked! Leave Legendary!

Get Ready for the Masquerade Sneaker Ball!

Join us for a night of mystery and positive vibes. Rock your sneakers and your most dazzling mask as you party the night away. It’s the perfect chance to show off your unique style while meeting amazing people. Don’t miss out on the positive vibes, laughs, and unforgettable memories. See you there!

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March 28 2026

8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

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