After Parade Party
March 14, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Open to the Public (21 and up)
After the parade come and join us inside the Columbian Club of Ocean View for live music, food, and fun. There will be a variety of food vendors and live music. This year’s bands will be: The Tiki Bar Band (inside the Hall) and The Janitors (outside). The party is held immediately following the parade and is hosted by The Columbian Club of Ocean View. 211 W. Government Ave, Norfolk, VA.
March 7, 2026 | 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Ticketed event
A celebration dinner and dance will be held on March 7, 2026 at the Columbian Club of Ocean View, Inc. This dance is being produced by Norfolk Parade, Inc. Tickets are $35.00 and include food, non-alcoholic drinks, and beer. For tickets, contact Barry Clark Jr at 757-635-2383.
Join every Saturday, weather permitting, for the LIVE.LIFE.FRESH • Boom Box Bike Ride. Meet us at the MacArthur Mall Green Space, at the intersection of Freemason St. and Monticello Ave. at 10 AM. We’ll ride out at 10:30 AM for our casual cruise around Norfolk, Virginia via bike lanes and the Elizabeth River Trail.
This ride is led by Freshtopia, so please follow them for any last-minute weather changes or updates. This ride is family-friendly and a great way to feel comfortable navigating the trail and the bike lanes with a great group of riders!
Join us for a leisurely Sunday bike ride through Norfolk.
The group ride will begin at 3 PM from Benchtop Brewing. The ride uses the ERT and Norfolk bike lanes and should take approximately one (1) hour. We’ll return for a post-ride cool down! All skill levels are welcome!
*Please wear GREEN-colored clothes to celebrate the beginning of the spring season!*
Meetup: 2:45 PM
Ride leaves: 3:00 PM
Ride Returns: 4:00 PM
We’ll always have an experienced rider leading the Tour and are happy to have volunteers as sweepers and mid-pack riders to assist the group. Interested volunteers should email austin.lindhorst@elizabethrivertrail.org
Join every Saturday, weather permitting, for the LIVE.LIFE.FRESH • Boom Box Bike Ride. Meet us at the MacArthur Mall Green Space, at the intersection of Freemason St. and Monticello Ave. at 10 AM. We’ll ride out at 10:30 AM for our casual cruise around Norfolk, Virginia via bike lanes and the Elizabeth River Trail.
This ride is led by Freshtopia, so please follow them for any last-minute weather changes or updates. This ride is family-friendly and a great way to feel comfortable navigating the trail and the bike lanes with a great group of riders!
On the fourth Friday in the months of March to November, volunteers can join the Master Gardeners to help beautify the Elizabeth River Trail and learn more about the native plant species found along the Trail!
Locations will be announced during the week before the event in the Trail Beautification Day Facebook event page discussion. Locations we rotate between include:
Join Norfolk Tour Company for a FREE walking tour of the Elizabeth River Trail (ERT), exploring historical and modern life along the Trail in the Historic Freemason District. In partnership with the Elizabeth River Trail Foundation, your tour guide will highlight the history of the area and the reciprocal relationship between the ERT and this historic neighborhood.
The group will be able to experience trail amenities right in the Historic Freemason District, view public art, and get to know the Trail’s route through the historic neighborhood.
Guests should meet at the open space between the Pagoda and the Elizabeth River for a casual, easy-paced walk that will last about an hour. Wear comfy shoes. Dogs & kids welcome!
Join every Saturday, weather permitting, for the LIVE.LIFE. FRESH • Boom Box Bike Ride. Meet us at the MacArthur Mall Green Space, at the intersection of Freemason St. and Monticello Ave. at 10 AM. We’ll ride out at 10:30 AM for our casual cruise around Norfolk, Virginia via bike lanes and the Elizabeth River Trail.
This ride is led by Freshtopia, so please follow them for any last-minute weather changes or updates. This ride is family-friendly and a great way to feel comfortable navigating the trail and the bike lanes with a great group of riders!
Join us for a leisurely, “egg-cellent” Sunday bike ride through Norfolk.
The group ride will begin at 3 PM from Afterglow Brewing. The ride uses the ERT and Norfolk bike lanes and should take approximately one (1) hour. We’ll return for a post-ride cool down! All skill levels are welcome!
*Hoppy spring! Please wear your Sunday best pastels and fresh colored-clothing! *
Meetup: 2:45 PM
Ride leaves: 3:00 PM
Ride Returns: 4:00 PM
We’ll always have an experienced rider leading the Tour and are happy to have volunteers as sweepers and mid-pack riders to assist the group. Interested volunteers should email austin.lindhorst@elizabethrivertrail.org
Join every Saturday, weather permitting, for the LIVE.LIFE. FRESH • Boom Box Bike Ride. Meet us at the MacArthur Mall Green Space, at the intersection of Freemason St. and Monticello Ave. at 10 AM. We’ll ride out at 10:30 AM for our casual cruise around Norfolk, Virginia via bike lanes and the Elizabeth River Trail.
This ride is led by Freshtopia, so please follow them for any last-minute weather changes or updates. This ride is family-friendly and a great way to feel comfortable navigating the trail and the bike lanes with a great group of riders!
