Arts and Entertainment

Habitat Heroes – Native Plant Workshop

March 31 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 441-2374 Price: Price may vary

Interested guests are invited to join us for an Introduction to Designing with Native Plants—a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape that supports local wildlife and thrives in the Hampton Roads environment.

In This Workshop, You Will Learn:
  • The benefits of using native plants in your garden,
  • How to assess your landscape and choose the right plants,
  • Design principles to create a beautiful and functional garden,
  • Tips for sustainable gardening practices.
  • Handouts will be provided to take home and reinforce what you learn.

Bonus! Take home a native plant to add to your landscape!

Details:

Where: Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles Classroom. Program participants will meet in front of the Zoo 10 minutes before class start time.
When:
🌿 3/31 – 6pm
🌿 4/19 – 1pm
🌿 5/12 – 6pm

Why Attend?

Whether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing an existing garden, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to design a landscape that’s both beautiful and environmentally friendly.

Cost:

This workshop costs $5 per person. Registration is required.

Please note: This workshop is designed with adult learners in mind. The content may be more advanced than what younger participants typically engage with, and seating is limited to a total capacity of 20 people. We encourage families to use their own judgment about whether the material will be a good fit for their children when purchasing them a ticket.

If you sign up and are no longer able to attend, please let us know so that we can open the spot to another. Space is limited. Sign up now to secure your place and begin your journey towards being a wildlife Habitat Hero!

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Habitat Heroes – Native Plant Workshop

April 19 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 441-2374 Price: $5 a person. Registration is required.
Interested guests are invited to join us for an Introduction to Designing with Native Plants—a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape that supports local wildlife and thrives in the Hampton Roads environment.
In This Workshop, You Will Learn:
  • The benefits of using native plants in your garden,
  • How to assess your landscape and choose the right plants,
  • Design principles to create a beautiful and functional garden,
  • Tips for sustainable gardening practices.
  • Handouts will be provided to take home and reinforce what you learn.

Bonus! Take home a native plant to add to your landscape!

Details:

Where: Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles Classroom. Program participants will meet in front of the Zoo 10 minutes before class start time.
When:
🌿 3/31 – 6pm
🌿 4/19 – 1pm
🌿 5/12 – 6pm

Why Attend?

Whether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing an existing garden, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to design a landscape that’s both beautiful and environmentally friendly.

Cost:

This workshop costs $5 per person. Registration is required.

Please note: This workshop is designed with adult learners in mind. The content may be more advanced than what younger participants typically engage with, and seating is limited to a total capacity of 20 people. We encourage families to use their own judgment about whether the material will be a good fit for their children when purchasing them a ticket.

If you sign up and are no longer able to attend, please let us know so that we can open the spot to another. Space is limited. Sign up now to secure your place and begin your journey towards being a wildlife Habitat Hero!

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Habitat Heroes – Native Plant Workshop

May 12 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 441-2374 Price: $5 a person. Registration is required.

Interested guests are invited to join us for an Introduction to Designing with Native Plants—a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape that supports local wildlife and thrives in the Hampton Roads environment.

In This Workshop, You Will Learn:

The benefits of using native plants in your garden,

  • How to assess your landscape and choose the right plants,
  • Design principles to create a beautiful and functional garden,
  • Tips for sustainable gardening practices.
  • Handouts will be provided to take home and reinforce what you learn.

Bonus! Take home a native plant to add to your landscape!

Details:

Where: Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles Classroom. Program participants will meet in front of the Zoo 10 minutes before class start time.
When:
🌿 3/31 – 6pm
🌿 4/19 – 1pm
🌿 5/12 – 6pm

Why Attend?

Whether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing an existing garden, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to design a landscape that’s both beautiful and environmentally friendly.

Cost:

This workshop costs $5 per person. Registration is required.

Please note: This workshop is designed with adult learners in mind. The content may be more advanced than what younger participants typically engage with, and seating is limited to a total capacity of 20 people. We encourage families to use their own judgment about whether the material will be a good fit for their children when purchasing them a ticket.

If you sign up and are no longer able to attend, please let us know so that we can open the spot to another. Space is limited. Sign up now to secure your place and begin your journey towards being a wildlife Habitat Hero!

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Holiday

Train Rides with the Easter Bunny

March 28 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 441-2374 Price: Train rides cost $3 per person. Children under the age of 2 ride free.

Climb aboard the Virginia Zoo Express and take a *photo with the Easter Bunny! Easter train rides will be offered on March 28 from 11am-2pm.

Easter Bunny Photos
  • Photos with the Easter Bunny are included with the purchase of a train ride. You MUST have purchased train tickets to get your photo with the Easter Bunny.
  • Photos are self-serve. Guests can take photos using their own devices.
  • Train rides cost $3 per person. Children under the age of 2 ride free.
Easter Egg Hunt
  • The Easter Egg Hunt will start at 12pm.
  • Guests are strongly encouraged to sign up at the Beazley Train Station between 10:30am – 11:30am. Registration closes once capacity (150 children) is reached.
  • Each child (ages 0-12) may collect up to 10 eggs.
  • Eggs include allergy-friendly candy options and small toys. Please ask staff for allergen information if needed. Staff can assist families with sorting candy and toys, but we do not offer exchanges.
  • Guests are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets or reusable bags; a limited number of baskets will be available. Reusable totes will also be available for purchase in the Gift Shop.

Inclement Weather: For the safety, the Virginia Zoo Express Train cannot operate in weather below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, in the rain, or during high winds. Should this be the case, Easter Bunny photos will be moved to the Gift Shop. The Easter Egg Hunt will be canceled in the event of rain.

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Help Build a New Wetland - Norfolk

April 7 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
46th Street Living Shoreline Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA, USA, Price: Free- Make sure to register

Do something beautiful by assisting Elizabeth River Project’s restoration team construct a living shoreline for Colley Avenue’s new Kitting Mill Creek Pocket Park! All supplies will be provided for you, though waders and muck boots are encouraged if you have them. A water bottle and sunscreen are also encouraged. NOTE: This volunteer shift may require lifting up to 50lbs

Once registered, a staff member will reach out to confirm your shift and include full location address. Volunteers will be notified at least 16 hours prior to their shift if any changes or cancellations have been made due to weather or tides.

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Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Conservation Landscaping Share

April 1 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 4610 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA, Price: Free- Make sure to register

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).

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Colors Presents: R&B Only

May 1 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The NorVA 317 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: May vary

Friday, May 1

Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 p.m.

18 & over event

Tickets on sale: Friday, April 3rd at 12:00 p.m.

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Passion Pit at NorVa

June 10 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The NorVA 317 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary

Michael Angelakos started Passion Pit in college as nothing more than a way to make his friends dance. The first iteration of the band formed in 2007, consisting of Ian Hultquist, Ayad Al Adhamy, Jeff Apruzzese, and Nate Donmoyer. They played small sold-out shows around Boston, and were named Best New Band by the Boston Phoenix. Passion Pit’s debut EP, ‘Chunk of Change’, was self-released in 2008. The EP’s sole single, ‘Sleepyhead’, written by Angelakos in under 2 hours, became an iconic track of the aughts and has been certified 2x Platinum. The song was later featured on Passion Pit’s first full-length studio album, ‘Manners’, released in May of 2009. Following the release of ‘Manners’, Passion Pit became a festival staple and a fan-favorite live act. Passion Pit’s 2nd full-length album, ‘Gossamer’, was released in July of 2012. The album received much critical acclaim, reaching #4 on the US Billboard charts. The album’s lead single, ‘Take a Walk’, has been certified 2x Platinum in the US. As Rolling Stone wrote in naming ‘Take A Walk’ the 3rd best song of 2012: “…you are reminded why pop songs exist: to help mute the pain.” Three years later, Passion Pit released ‘Kindred’, peaking at #2 on the US Alternative Chart. In 2017, to raise awareness for scientific research for mental health treatment, Angelakos self-released ‘Tremendous Sea of Love’, on YouTube. The album received strong reviews from critics and fans, particularly for its masterful use of synths. Early in his career, Angelakos became a pioneer in the music industry for being an outspoken advocate for mental health, speaking publicly about his own experience living with bipolar disorder and how the industry could support artists better. Currently Passion Pit is led by Angelakos with Giuliano Pizzulo, Eric Scullin, Denzel Cox, and Ben Barter.

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Zack Fox at NorVa

June 20 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary
21 AND OVER ONLY
Zack Fox is a multidisciplinary artist whose DJ sets reflect a deep and evolving relationship with the club music traditions of Detroit, Chicago, and beyond. Blending Ghetto Tech, Jersey Club, Footwork, and Booty Bass with sharp instinct and humor, Zack is building a reputation for sets that are raw, kinetic, and refreshingly unpretentious. Over the past year, Zack has brought that sound to stages like DoLab, Glastonbury, and Couleur Café – with upcoming festival plays at Portola and III Points, plus a headline tour across the US this fall. His shows everywhere keep selling out. We recommend seeing it for yourself.

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SMOKEDOPE2016

June 28 2026

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary

Often credited for bringing cloud rap back to life, Virginia rapper and producer smokedope2016 stands out as a visionary. His music has a dreamy and nostalgic vibe, making him one of a kind.

Little is known about smokedope2016’s personal life, who seemingly prefers to keep his public and private lives separate, rarely sharing details and often blurring his face in videos, social media posts, and album covers. As he told the Masked Gorilla podcast in February 2025, he had traded his welding job for a full-time music career in summer 2024. Despite this information, fan speculation, on Reddit particularly, is very common, with people often trying to figure out more details about his personal life.

smokedope2016’s musical style has often been compared to Black Kray, Eric Dingus, and Yung Lean, all artists known for their experimental, ambient sounds that shape the underground cloud rap scene. In his appearance on the aforementioned Masked Gorilla podcast, he explained that experimentation is necessary to grow artistically, which is crucial for any artist’s longevity: An idea that is truly reflected in his discography.

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