Arts and Entertainment

Gwar at the NorVa

November 22 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510 Price: Tickets on sale Friday, June 27th, 10:00 a.m.

The story of GWAR is carved across the history of this hopeless planet, but GWARthemselves are not of this world…Their story begins far past Uranus, in the deepest reaches of space, where the beings known as GWAR were warriors in the Scumdogs of the Universe, an elite fighting force in the army of the Master of All Reality. But GWARproved too reckless and powerful, and after a series of tragic but hilarious blunders, they were banished to the furthest reaches of the galaxy, with orders to conquer an insignificant backwater prehistoric mudball known as the planet Earth. Once here, GWAR, the original Ancient Aliens, shaped the face of the globe, wiping out the dinosaurs, and mating with apes to create the human race. Having accidentally given rise to all human history, the Master of All Reality froze them in Antarctic ice where they could do no more harm. It was there they were discovered by a shady entrepreneur known as Sleazy P Martini, who sat the band down in front of professional wrestling, late-night horror movies, heavy metal music, and a steady diet of crack cocaine until GWAR became the cultural force they are today!

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Arts and Entertainment

Thrice at The NorVa

October 28 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510 Price: Tickets on sale Thursday, June 26th, 11:00 a.m.
Digital tickets will have a TRANSFER DELAY of 1 week prior to the event.
Thrice is a genre-defying rock band from Orange County, California, known for their evolving sound, profound lyrics, and fiercely loyal fanbase. Formed in 1998 by high school friends Dustin Kensrue, Teppei Teranishi, Eddie Breckenridge, and Riley Breckenridge, the band first made waves in the early 2000s with their blend of post-hardcore urgency and melodic sensibility on albums like The Illusion of Safety and The Artist in the Ambulance.
Over the years, Thrice has built a legacy of fearless experimentation, incorporating elements of electronic, ambient, and progressive rock into acclaimed records such as Vheissu, Beggars, and the ambitious four-part Alchemy Index series. After a brief hiatus in 2012, they returned stronger than ever, continuing to challenge expectations and explore new sonic territory. “Black Honey” (2016), a lead single from To Be Everywhere Is to Be Nowhere, marked the band’s return to rock radio charts and reached #11 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart and spent 32 weeks on that chart and reached #37 on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs.

Now, more than two decades into their career, Thrice remains a vital force in modern rock. Their recent albums, including Horizons/East and its follow-up Horizons/West, reflect a band that is both rooted in its punk-rock beginnings and unafraid to push boundaries—delivering music that is as thoughtful as it is powerful.

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Arts and Entertainment

Blues Traveler

October 12 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510 Price: Price may vary

In 1987 the four original members of Blues Traveler—John Popper, Chandler Kinchla, Brendan Hill, and the late Bobby Sheehan—gathered in their drummer’s parent’s basement in Princeton, NJ to jam. From these high school sessions emerged a band that would go on to release 14 studio albums and counting, four of which have gone gold, three platinum, and one six-times platinum- selling more than 10 million combined units worldwide. Over an illustrious career Blues Traveler has played over 2,000 live shows in front of more than 30 million people, and, in “Run-Around,” had the longest-charting radio single in Billboard history, which earned them a Grammy® for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Their movie credits include Blues Brothers 2000, Kingpin, Wildflowers and others. A television favorite, they have been featured on Saturday Night Live, Austin City Limits, VH1’s Behind the Music and they have the record for the most appearances of any artist on The Late Show with David Letterman. Blues Traveler’s latest effort, 2021’s Traveler’s Blues, is nominated for a Grammy in the category of “Best Traditional Blues Album,” bringing their 35+ year journey full circle.

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Monster Energy Presents: Cash Cobain- Party with Slizzy

September 10 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 627-4547 Price: Price may vary

Leading up to his highly-anticipated summer LP Play Cash Cobain, Billboard Rookie of the Month and 2024 XXL Freshman Cash Cobain is a multi-hyphenate rapper and producer known as the originator of “sample drill”, a sound that has transformed the identity of the genre in NYC by introducing 90s R&B, 2000s pop, and even gospel through his impeccable ear for chopping up recognizable samples and placing them over bouncy production. Cobain has been on a landmark “slizzy summer” single run with the Ice Spice-assisted (“Fisherrr” (feat. BaySwag) (40M Streams), who he’s slated to open for on her upcoming Y2K! World Tour, “Grippy” (12M Streams) with J.Cole, and most recently, “Rump Punch” (5M Streams). In June, Cobain secured his Billboard Hot 100 debut with Don Toliver’s new single “Attitude” alongside Charlie Wilson (56M Streams) following a career-minting 2023 year that saw him release his critically-acclaimed debut solo album Pretty Girls Love Slizzy with Giant Music. Previous months also saw Cobain produce Drake’s “Calling For You” (feat. 21 Savage), which debuted at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, and PinkPantheress’ “Nice To Meet You” (feat. Central Cee), which debuted at #20 on the Billboard Hot 100 (he recently starred alongside her in a nationally-syndicated Apple commercial for the new MacBook), as well as DJ Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack x Audemars Piguet event. Cobain’s reach has spanned well beyond NYC, with his style of reinventing samples crossing the pond to the UK on the production for Central Cee’s 2021 track “Daily Duppy” (50M+ Streams). He’s also received co-signs from international superstars like Lil Uzi Vert & Frank Ocean, who used his song “JHOLIDAY” (5.2M Streams) in a Homer Ad. The success of his breakthrough production placement on B-Lovee’s 2021 hit song “My Everything” (42M+ Streams), on which he flipped a classic Mary J. Blige record, burst open the doors for New York drill to flourish – even inspiring Cardi B to revisit her Bronx roots and participate in the trend on Kay Flock’s “Shake It”. An auteur of the playful sexy drill sound he’s helped to pioneer as well as the Slizzy Movement that he’s now taking to mainstream heights, Cobain has since teased potential collaborations with Frank Ocean, Travis Scott, Lil Yachty and more –– a sure sign of the worldwide stardom soon to come

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K Camp

September 11 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
The NorVa 317 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 627-4547

K Camp at the Norva on Thursday, September 11th.

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Family Friendly

End of Summer Bash at the Virginia Zoo

August 2 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374
August 2 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT

We are closing out the summer with one last celebration at our End of Summer Bash on Saturday, August 2nd from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Virginia Zoo!

THIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!

Activities

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Community Vendors

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Food & Drinks (extra cost):

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The Virginia Zoo is an outdoor venue, and events will happen rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement will be issued via email to our members/ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo’s social media channels.

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.

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Wild Tykes

August 2 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Wild Tykes is a drop-in program recommended for kids aged 3-5 and their favorite adults! Each program features a new theme with age-appropriate nature and science activities that focus on these core areas: sensory, movement, free play, art, and problem-solving. We won’t be afraid to get a little dirty as we explore and play together! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission.

Theme: Backyard Habitats

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Dress Like a Conductor Day

August 2 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

📣 Calling all future train conductors! Anybody that visits the Zoo wearing their best conductor outfit will receive Buy One, Get One for $1 Train Rides*. Additionally, guests that visit dressed like a conductor will receive a complimentary bandana and train whistle at the train station.

*If a rider in a party is under 2 and the BOGO cannot be used, a voucher for $1 for a future train ride will be given.

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Member Night – Tango’s Birthday Party!

July 24 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Tango’s Birthday Party is an exclusive members-only event celebrating our beloved mascot, Tango the tiger!  🐯

Tango is just one example of how the Zoo helps build connections between our members and animals. 🧡 But why is it so important for us to build relationships between members and wildlife? Join us on July 24th from 5:00pm – 8:00pm to find out why connection is a fundamental C of Conservation!

No advanced reservations are required, but attendees must show their Member ID upon arrival. Gates will open at 5pm and the event ends at 8pm. The event will take place rain or shine.

This Member Night is the second of three in a series dedicated to exploring the Virginia Zoo’s 3 C’s of Conservation: care, connection and community! Click here to learn more about the 3 C’s of Conservation.

BONUS! Member children (ages 2-17) who attend ALL 3 Member Nights will receive a FREE wristband for bounce houses at ZooBoo.

Activities
  • 5:00 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters in Fountain Plaza
  • 5:00 – 7:45pm: FREE Virginia Zoo Express Train Rides
    • Last ride of the night at 7:40pm
  • 5:00 – 8:00pm: Virginia Zoo Gift Shop open
    • New recycled tote bags featuring OUR animals will be available.
    • Spend $45, get the new tote FREE!
  • 6:00pm: Ape Babies Chat
  • 6:30pm: Official Happy Birthday celebration with Tango the tiger
  • 7:00pm: ZooFarm Babies Chat
  • FREE bounce house access
  • FREE Mini Melts Giveaway in the Event Pavilion while supplies last
  • Birthday Month Scavenger Hunt – Find your birthday twin out on the exhibit trails!
  • Music by a local DJ
  • Photo ops with guest mascots from:
  • Partner Organizations:
ECO-CELL Donation Drive

  • Bring in your worn-out, unwanted electronics to Member Night for the chance to win an extra 2 FREE months added to your Membership or a Behind-the-Scenes Tour with our Eastern mountain bongo, Charlie! Donations will be collected at the front of the Zoo by our ZooCrew volunteers.
  • There will be an ECO-CELL raffle drawing at the end of each Member Night to choose a winner for the extra 2 free months of Membership. Donations brought to the June Member Night count towards the June raffle, while donations brought to the July or August Member Nights will count towards those raffles respectively. After all three Member Nights, everyone that brought in donations to any of the three Member Nights will be entered to win the Behind-the-Scenes Bongo Tour!
  • Each electronic item donated counts as one entry. Each Membership can earn up to 5 entries, but feel free to bring in additional donations!
  • Acceptable donations include:
    • Cell phones,
    • iPads/tablets,
    • Smartwatches,
    • Handheld GPS,
    • iPods/MP3 players,
    • Personal digital assistants (PDAs or handheld PCs),
    • Handheld gaming systems,
    • VR headsets,
    • Digital handheld scanners, and
    • Walkie-talkies.
  • Your ECO-CELL donation will be recycled, reducing mining for rare minerals and metals that are essential in producing electronics. By reducing mining, you are protecting many endangered species’ habitats, including the critically endangered Eastern mountain bongo’s home range. Click here to learn more about this initiative.
Food & Drinks (extra cost)

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.

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Wild Tykes

July 5 2025

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

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Theme: Mud & Water

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