Arts and Entertainment

Holiday Yule Log Bonfire & Holiday Marketplace

December 5 2026

12:00 p.m. - 8: 00 p.m.
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 201 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, Va 23510, (757) 441-2345 Price: Free

Filled with plenty of holiday cheer and good tidings, the Holiday Yule Log Bonfire and Christmas Marketplace on Saturday, December 5, 2026 is the perfect way to welcome in the holiday season. For one afternoon, Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront is transformed into a festive outdoor wonderland highlighted by a towering Yule Log Bonfire and also featuring a local artisans market, Christmas caroling, hot chocolate and whiskey tastings, and a visit from the Big Man himself! The event is free (including Santa visits) and open to the public.

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37th Annual Town Point Virginia Fall Wine Festival

October 17 - October 18 2026

12:00 p.m. - 8: 00 p.m.
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 201 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, Va 23510, (757) 441-2345

Year after year, the Fall Town Point Virginia Wine Festival is one of Hampton Roads’ most anticipated wine festivals of the fall season. This year, the Fall Wine Festival takes places on Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026 at Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront. Wine Enthusiast Magazine named Virginia one of the 10 best wine travel destinations in the world and the Fall Town Point Virginia Wine Festival encapsulates this recognition in grand fashion with more than 25 of the Commonwealth’s top wineries showcasing over 200 fine wines.

Wine Sampling ends at 4:30pm
Wine Sales end at 5:00pm

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36th Annual Virginia Children's Festival

October 3 2026

12:00 p.m. - 8: 00 p.m.
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 201 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, Va 23510 (757) 441-2345

The 757’s most exciting family festival, the Virginia Children’s Festival presented by Sentara Health Plans on Saturday, October 3, 2026 features more than 100 fun, creative, and interactive activities, including hands-on workshops, cultural experiences, military demonstrations, costumed characters, storytelling, musical performances, dance lessons, and much more! The festival is designed with children 10 and younger in mind.

 

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NashFest 757

September 12 2026

12:00 p.m. - 8: 00 p.m.
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 201 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, Va 23510, (757) 441-2345 Price: Free

Hot chicken, hard drinks, and Music City sounds! The NashFest Music & Food Festival, a one-day event celebrating the iconic culture and cuisine of Nashville, is set for its fifth act along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Town Point Park! Fusing together all of the elements that make Nashville one of America’s most popular cities, NashFest offers an experience akin to an evening stroll down Broadway, featuring national and local recording artists, mouth-watering hot chicken, barbecue, line dancing, craft beer & whiskey tastings, and much more for what is now one of Hampton Roads’ hottest new summer events!

Performers include:

  • Robert Randolph and the Family Band
  • Kyle Tuttle Band
  • Roberta Lea

And many others. See the full lineup.

 

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Winterfest on the Wisconsin

November 13 2026 - January 1 2027

12:00 p.m. - 8: 00 p.m.
Battleship Wisconsin 1 Waterside Dr., Norfolk, VA Price: $22 adults; $18 for children

Plan Your Visit:
General admission tickets are priced at $22 for adults and $18 for children (ages 3-12) on premium nights, while value night tickets are available at $18 for adults and $16 for children. A FLEX option is also available for an additional $3, allowing guests to reschedule their visit if plans change.

Children 2 and under can attend for free, making WinterFest a family-friendly experience for all ages. With limited availability per time slot, it’s highly recommended to purchase tickets online in advance to secure your preferred date and time.

Award-Winning Holiday Tradition: In December 2025, Nauticus’ Winterfest on the Wisconsin was crowned the official winner of the Heavyweight Division on ABC’s The Great Christmas Light Fight, taking home the national trophy and a $50,000 prize for its dazzling holiday display on the historic battleship. This year, the display promises to be even bigger and better – don’t miss it!

Tickets and Proceeds:
All proceeds from WinterFest support the Nauticus Foundation, a nonprofit that funds the restoration and interpretation of the Battleship Wisconsin. Tickets can be purchased online starting today, and guests are encouraged to buy early to secure their preferred dates and times.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.winterfestonthewisconsin.com or www.nauticus.org.

About Nauticus

Support for WinterFest on the Wisconsin directly benefits the Nauticus Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Funding provides interpretation and restoration of the Battleship Wisconsin and allows Nauticus to open new onboard spaces and experiential learning opportunities for students, families and visitors. For more information, visit www.winterfestonthewisconsin.com or www.nauticus.org

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