Arts and Entertainment

Hampton Roads Pride 2026 Brew Tour Kickoff at Maker's Craft Brewery

March 7 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Maker's Craft Brewery 735 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Passports are $75 and can be bought online, at the Brew Tour Kick Off & Quarterly Meetups

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Get ready to sip, celebrate, and support local!

The 2026 Hampton Roads Pride Brew Tour is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever. They’ve partnered with the best breweries in the region to bring you exclusive discounts and a fantastic way to explore the vibrant craft beer scene while celebrating Pride.

The Brew Tour Kicks off at Maker’s Craft Brewery on March 7th with food, drinks, DJ, and a drag show! Pick up your Brew Tour Passport from 4-6PM, then enjoy the fun!

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck will be here 4-10PM!
DJ Bearcub Belladonna goes on from 6-10PM.
The drag show, featuring Host Fushia DeVilla, Skarlett Letter, Grey Area, Anna Trocity, and Euthanasia, is from 7:30 to 8:30!

Show your pride and kick off the 2026 Brew Tour with us!

How it Works:

Purchase Your Brew Tour Pass: Will be a printed booklet resembling an actual passport. Pages will have basic info, list of rewards, Brewery info and stamp page. Passports are $75 and can be bought online, at the Brew Tour Kick Off & Quarterly Meetups

Explore at Your Own Pace: Visit participating breweries at your leisure.

Redeem Your Discounts: Show your Brew Tour Pass to enjoy the exclusive offers.

Celebrate Pride! Enjoy great beer and support the Hampton Roads LGBTQ+ community.

Why Join the Brew Tour?

Support Local Breweries: Discover the unique flavors of Hampton Roads.

Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy significant savings on your favorite brews.

Community Connection: Connect with fellow beer enthusiasts and celebrate Pride.

Self-Guided Fun: Explore at your own pace and create your own itinerary.

Support Pride: A portion of the proceeds goes to support Hampton Roads Pride.

Arts and Entertainment

Dressed to the CaNINES: Rescue on the Runway

April 18 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Maker's Craft Brewery 735 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: $31.37- $588.92

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Discounted early bird tickets on sale now!
Dress up your dog and join us for an awesome afternoon of fun for a great cause. Enter yourself & your pup in the fashion show for FREE! Prizes for Best Dressed dog and Best Dressed owner/dog duo!

Yummy Goodness will be serving up an AMAZING brunch buffet. Everything from steak to crabcakes, homemade cheddar biscuits with ham, smoked salmon, caesar salad, assorted quiche & so much more!

Tickets include buffet and one drink ticket. There will be a free photo booth, raffles, giveways, music and more!

Once you purchase your ticket, you will receive an email to sign up your dog for the fashion, if you like. All participants will receive a custom swag bag.

Cuisine and Cocktails

Derby Day Soirée Cocktail Dinner

April 30 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Saltine 100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: $80.00

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Saddle up for an evening of Southern charm and spirited celebration at Saltine’s Derby Day Soirée! Enjoy a 4-course feast paired with expertly crafted cocktails inspired by the traditions of the Kentucky Derby. Our Chief Mixologist and Executive Chef will lead you through live demonstrations, showcasing the perfect blend of bold flavors, refined pairings, and race-day elegance. ✨ We encourage all guests to embrace the theme of the evening! Don your most dashing Derby attire — think colorful dresses, bold bowties, and of course, extravagant hats — and get ready for an immersive experience where the cocktails are vibrant, the food is indulgent, and the atmosphere is nothing short of exhilarating. 🎟 TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW, and the full menu will be available soon! 📩 Want to stay updated on all of Saltine’s future events? Call the restaurant and provide your email to be added to our exclusive email list.

Family Friendly

Wild Babies at Va. Zoo

March 3 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Price may vary

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March 3 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am EST

Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-2 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve elements of nature and social development including but not limited to story time, short “hikes”, and an animal encounter.

These programs will be located in one of our classrooms. Please check signs in Fountain Plaza on the day of the event.

Theme: Bugs

Arts and Entertainment

Sensory Friendly Morning at Virginia Zoo

March 29 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Price may vary

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March 29 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm EDT

Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia, Complete the Puzzle, and Destination Family Services to provide guests of all abilities and needs, along with their families, the opportunity to visit the Virginia Zoo in a less overwhelming environment. On this special date and time we will provide stress-free activities for your Zoo visit through adapted programs and a reduced number of visitors. With access to animal ambassadors, activity carts, Run Wild! Discovery Zone nature play, and more the whole family can enjoy this sensory-friendly morning at the Zoo.

Activities

*A limited number of KultureCity Sensory bags are available for check-out in our Membership Office (first come, first serve).

Tickets

Due to limited capacity, timed tickets will be required for entry to the Zoo for this time and date. Individuals with an ADA-Recognized Disability and One Companion can receive free admission upon request. ADA Admission is only redeemable at the ticket booth. All additional family and friends attending are required to purchase & reserve your tickets ahead of time.

Member Adult (18+): Free

Member Child (2-17): Free

Non-Member Adult (12+): $20

Non-Member Senior (62+): $18

Non-Member Child (2-11): $17

Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket

Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of event you may purchase yours at the gate. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.

The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

Questions regarding this event? Please email info@virginiazoo.org or call (757) 441-2374.

Sports

UFC 326: Holloway vs. Olveira 2

March 7 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

The Market Norfolk 333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: No Cover.

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Join us in the Market on March 7 for UFC 326: Holloway vs Oliveira 2 Live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas hosted by Nick Taylor

No Cover. Must be 21+

Interested in booking a table for 5+?

Email AWatson@livehospitality.com today!

Ready to plan your Sports Watch party for 20+

Email DGilliam@watersidedistrict.com now.

Arts and Entertainment

Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Conservation Landscaping

March 11 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 4610 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA, Price: Free

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Join us to “Do Something Beautiful” by assisting in maintaining the native landscape, including the shoreline buffer, living shoreline, green roof, and rain gardens at the Elizabeth River Project’s Ryan Resilience Lab. Volunteers with interest in sustainable landscaping practices encouraged as we build our cadre of conservation landscaping volunteers at the Lab.

All supplies will be provided (including gloves). Dress to be working outdoors, bring your reusable water bottle and preferred work gloves (if you have them).

Arts and Entertainment

Seed Keepers: Seed Processing Workshops

March 12 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 4610 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA, Price: Free

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Come and join the Elizabeth River Project’s native plant experts for a hands-on experience like no other! Dive into the fascinating world of native plant seeds, harvested from the beautiful Ryan Resilience Lab, Paradise Creek Nature Park, and other scenic spots along the Elizabeth River to help sustain our native seed library.

What to Expect:

Interactive Learning: Get your hands dirty as you learn the art of cleaning seeds for long-term storage and propagation.
Expert Guidance: Work alongside knowledgeable experts who will share their tips and tricks for successful seed cleaning.
Community Spirit: Meet fellow nature enthusiasts and make new friends while contributing to a great cause.

Learn more: https://elizabethriver.org/seed-list/

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with nature and help preserve our native plants. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just curious about the process, this event is perfect for everyone!

All are welcome – Donations appreciated, though not required, to support a healthy Elizabeth River and our commitment to providing equitable access to our river programming

Arts and Entertainment

Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Invasive Plant Removal

March 18 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 4610 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA, Price: Free

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🌿 Volunteer Opportunity: Help Us “Do Something Beautiful”! 🌿

Join the Elizabeth River Project at the Ryan Resilience Lab as we prepare for native plantings in Knitting Mill Creek Park, our upcoming community pocket park! We’re looking for volunteers to help remove invasive species like Phragmites.

This is a chance to “Do Something Beautiful” by connecting with nature in a meaningful way. You’ll be working alongside our team to restore balance to the ecosystem and make space for plants that truly belong.

🧤 All supplies will be provided—including gloves.

💧 Dress for outdoor work and bring your reusable water bottle.

🧤 If you have preferred work gloves, feel free to bring them along!

Let’s work together to create a space that supports biodiversity, community, and resilience.

Arts and Entertainment

Opening of “Weaving Bullrush,” an Original Show by Desmond Ellsworth

March 27 2026

4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 4610 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA, Price: $5 for Elizabeth River Project members and $10 per person for non-members

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A new work by Nansemond artist Desmond “A’siiMost Moskwaa” Ellsworth

Enter a quiet world shaped by riverlight and memory, where native plants gathered along the Elizabeth River become living threads.

Weaving Bulrush reveals Ellsworth’s meditative tapestries—works that carry the ancestral knowledge of Indigenous Southeastern basket weavers.

A serene meeting of land, lineage, and contemporary form.

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