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2026 Virginia Emergency Management Symposium

March 16 - March 19 2026

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Norfolk Waterside Marriott 235 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary
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The Virginia Emergency Management Symposium (VEMS) is being held from March 16-19, 2026, at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott! VEMS is an annual event, co-sponsored by the Virginia Emergency Management Association and the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, providing a forum to discuss current trends and topics and share information about the latest practices, tools, and technology in emergency management and homeland security. Sessions encourage stakeholders at all levels of government, the private sector, public health and related professions to exchange ideas and collaborate to protect lives and property from disaster.

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Conscience, Stories, and Hope: Hans and Sophie Scholl’s White Rose

March 18 2026

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Attucks Theatre 1010 Church St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary
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Arts for Learning Virginia’s Sarah Osburn Brady tells the true story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, courageous siblings who stood up to injustice in Nazi Germany and inspired others through the White Rose resistance movement.

This program is presented by Arts for Learning Virginia as part of the Arts at the Attucks series and is supported by an award from the Norfolk Arts Commission.

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OGA Annual Conference

March 17 - March 22 2026

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Norfolk Hilton The Main 100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Price may vary
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The conference is open to anyone with an interest in the Orton-Gillingham Approach, including educators, administrators, researchers, teachers, and professionals in related fields. Whether you are new to the Approach or have years of experience, you will find valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with others who share a commitment to supportingindividuals with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.

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Fiesta De Mayo feat. BONNIE X CLYDE

May 2 2026

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The Market at Waterside District 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Ticketed
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Join us for an extra special Fiesta De Mayo weekend with games and giveaways including a taco eating contest for cash and prizes, themed food specials including a one day only churro bar, tequila and margarita bar, and top it all off with BONNIE X CLYDE!

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Grand Opening of Season 6 Ghent Farmers Market

April 3 2026

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Ghent Farmers Market 730 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: Free entry
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Season 6 of the Ghent Farmers Market begins Friday, April 3rd from 4 to 7 PM at 730 Spotswood Avenue in front of Blair Middle School, and we are ready to welcome the community back. This season is especially exciting as we introduce live music and a featured food truck at every single market.

 

For our Grand Opening, enjoy Luva Bowls serving fresh, flavorful favorites, along with live music from Matt Holloman setting the tone for a wonderful evening together. You will see many familiar faces returning this year along with several new vendors joining our market family. From local farmers and bakers to talented artisans and makers, the lineup reflects the thoughtful mix and strong community spirit that defines our market.

 

The Ghent Farmers Market continues to be a neighborhood gathering place — a walkable, welcoming space where you can shop local, support small businesses, and connect directly with the people who grow, bake, and create right here in our region. We are deeply grateful to our 2026 Platinum Sponsors- Farmers Insurance Carries Lewis Agency, Holly Fisher Homes , and Leaf Filter for their support. Their commitment helps us grow thoughtfully and expand our outreach each season.

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East Beach EOV - The Farmers Market

May 2 - November 21 2026

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Bay Oaks Park 2413 E Ocean View Ave., Norfolk, VA 23518, Price: Free entry
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2026 Season Hours

Saturdays 9am to Noon May 2 through November 21

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at Bay Oaks Park
2413 E Ocean View Ave., Norfolk, VA 23518

Parking: Two public parking lots are located along 3rd Bay Street, and parallel parking is available on surrounding side streets in all directions, including 5th & 6th Bay Streets and Pleasant Avenue.

Weather Policy:

Markets are rain or shine unless weather is severe, or unless the City of Norfolk decides conditions are unsafe for us to use the Park.
Look for any necessary updates on our website and social media.

Get weekly market updates subscribing to our email list!

 

65 Vendors!

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WINTER MARKET AT AFTERGLOW

March 28 2026

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Afterglow Brewing (next-door to The Railyard) 2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Suite 600, Norfolk, VA 23508, Price: Free entry
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2026 Winter Season Hours

2nd & 4th Saturdays January through March
Noon to 3:00 pm

2026 Dates:
January 10 & 24 | February 14 & 28 | March 14 & 28

Visit Us

at Afterglow Brewing (nextdoor to The Railyard)
2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Suite 600, Norfolk, VA 23508
Look for us on the lawn behind the brewery

Overflow parking available on the other side of the fence at The Railyard

 

Weather Policy:

Markets are rain or shine unless weather is severe. Look for any necessary updates on our website and social media.

If it’s a chilly day, after you shop you can warm up by the brewery’s fire tables, inside the heated tent or inside in the taproom!

Get weekly market updates subscribing to our email list!

 

Check out our website to see our vendor lineup!

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Once Upon Every Story

June 5 2026

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Sheraton Waterside 777 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: The cost to attend is $15 for adults and free for 11&under with adult tickets
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Once Upon Every Story: A Celebration of Storytelling in All Its Forms

Once Upon Every Story is more than a convention—it’s a creative movement. Held in the heart of Norfolk, Virginia, this inclusive event brings together storytellers from across genres, mediums, and identities to celebrate the power of narrative. Whether your story lives in a book, on stage, through illustration, a podcast, or in performance—this convention is for you.

We welcome writers, poets, playwrights, podcasters, comic artists, spoken word performers, educators, puppeteers, indie publishers, zine makers, and digital storytellers. From fantasy fiction to personal memoirs, from visual novels to interactive games, this is a space to connect, collaborate, and shine.

 

✨ Event Details:

📅 Date: June 6, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Sheraton Waterside, Norfolk, VA

🎭 Theme: Stories Without Borders

✨ Featuring:

  • • Author signings, readings, and panel discussions
  • • Artist alley and vendor booths
  • • Workshops and live performances
  • • Community raffles and youth literacy initiatives
  • • Inclusive programming that uplifts marginalized and underrepresented voices

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Fiesta De Mayo featuring BONNIE X CLYDE

May 2 2026

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Presented by Dulce Vida Organic Tequila

 

General Admission includes access to the party.

Upgrade to VIP for access, three drink tickets, a complimentary churro, and 25% off food!

Must be 21+

 

 

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UFC 327: Prochazka vs. Ulberg

April 11 2026

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Waterside District 333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: No Cover. Must be 21+
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Join us in the Market on April 11 for UFC 327: Prochazka vs Ulberg Live from Kaseya Center in Miami hosted by Nick Taylor

No Cover. Must be 21+

Interested in booking a table for 5+?

Email AWatson@livehospitality.com today!

The Market
April 11, 2026
9:00 PM

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