Arts and Entertainment

ERT - Silent Read Along Sundays

June 14 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Stockley Gardens 601 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: Free
Foster your love for reading with companionship and dedicated, uninterrupted group reading time in a distracted world. Our Silent Read Along Sundays focus on voluntary, quiet, low-pressure, stress-free engagement.
Let’s build community and literacy! ☮️
🪑🕶️🎒Please be sure to bring water, a blanket or chair, and a book to read. You may consider wearing layers, sunscreen, sunglasses, and bringing any other comforts you need to read peacefully.
🚲🚶We encourage you to walk, roller blade, skate, or ride your bike to this area when possible. Stockley Gardens is connected to the Sentara Loop section of the Elizabeth River Trail.
🚗If Street Parking is Necessary: The park is located in a residential area, and street parking is available. Be aware of residential permit parking signs and adhere to all posted regulations. The most direct parking is along the median on Stockley Gardens, where the park is situated.

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ERT - Silent Read Along Sundays

July 12 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Stockley Gardens 601 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: Free

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ERT - Silent Read Along Sundays

August 9 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Stockley Gardens 601 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: Free
Foster your love for reading with companionship and dedicated, uninterrupted group reading time in a distracted world. Our Silent Read Along Sundays focus on voluntary, quiet, low-pressure, stress-free engagement.
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ERT - Silent Read Along Sundays

September 13 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Stockley Gardens 601 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, Price: Free

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Festivals

Bayou Bon Vivant Cajun Music, Food & Art Festival

May 15 - May 17 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 113 Waterside Dr Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free & Open to the public!

Indulge in the flavors of New Orleans at the Bayou Bon Vivant, a three-day celebration of the tastes, tunes, and traditions of the Crescent City. From juicy handfuls of crawfish to world-renowned N’awlins jazz musicians, the Bayou Bon Vivant captures the vibrant spirit of Louisiana and transforms it into a weekend-long party Friday-Sunday, May 15 – 17, 2026 at Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront! A wide-ranging and fun experience for the entire family, the Bayou Bon Vivant also features an Arts Market featuring 30+ New Orleans crafters, crocodile and reptile exhibits, mouth-watering Cajun dishes such as beignets, gumbo, etouffees, and jambalaya.

 

May 15 – 17, 2026
Friday: 12 Noon – 2pm (Free & Open to the public!) 2pm – 10pm (Ticketed)
Saturday: 12 Noon -10pm
Sunday: 12 Noon – 6pm

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Arts and Entertainment

WWE Monday Night Raw at Scope

August 10 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Scope Arena 201 E Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: May vary

Monday Night RAW returns to Norfolk 8/10 for the first time in 3 years! Don’t miss CM Punk, Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan, The Usos, Intercontinental Champion Penta, Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, World Tag Team Champions The Vision, Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch, Oba Femi, Jacob Fatu and Je’Von Evans!

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Handwork at the Hermitage

June 12 - October 11 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hermitage Museum and Gardens 7637 North Shore Road Norfolk, VA 23505, Price: Free entry

​​This summer, the Hermitage will present Handwork at the Hermitage: A National Collaboration with Craft in America, an exhibition that highlights and celebrates the exceptional handwork that has shaped the museum’s character and history. From 1908 to 1927, woodcarvers such as Charles J. Woodsend (1847–1927) and Karl von Rydingsvärd (1863–1941), contributed distinctive techniques and artistic style to the Hermitage’s carved walls, halls, and furnishings—features that continue to define the site nearly a century later. Handwork at the Hermitage honors their craftsmanship and situates their work within the broader context of America’s rich craft traditions. The exhibition will feature historical research, rarely seen materials, furniture, and architectural elements from the museum’s collections, along with notable items such as antique hand tools used by the Hermitage’s master woodcarvers. Through these materials, the exhibition will illuminate the stories and legacies of all the craftspeople who shaped this cultural landmark in the early half of the 20th century. A series of special events and public programs will accompany the exhibition throughout its run, June 12–October 11, 2026, engaging visitors of all ages.

On View Beginning June 13th, 2026
Tuesdays through Sundays | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens

2026 marks a national collaboration among museums, cultural organizations, educators, and makers working in partnership with Craft in America to highlight the diversity and significance of American craft. As part of this initiative, the Hermitage is proud to among more than 100 participating institutions showcasing the relevance of handmade work—both historic and contemporary—through a year of exhibitions and programs.

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Stories on Stage: Life in the Making

July 17 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Goode Family Visual Arts School 7701 North Shore Road Norfolk, VA 23505, Price: $18 Members | $24 Non-Members

Real stories from real people about crafting a life and a life in crafting. *Light bites and desserts courtesy of Sweetwater Catering.

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Woodwork at the Hermitage

August 15 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hermitage Museum and Gardens 7637 North Shore Road Norfolk, VA 23505, Price: $15 Members | $20 Non-Members

Join us for an evening inside and outside exploring the woodwork and craftsmanship of the Hermitage Museum. Tours and complementary food included with admission. *Light bites and desserts courtesy of TASTE.

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Handwork: Artists-in-Residence

October 23 2026

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
VAS & Hermitage Museum 7637 North Shore Road Norfolk, VA 23505, Price: $10 Members | $15 Non-Members

Join us for the opening reception of Handwork: Artists-in-Residence, a group exhibition featuring work by craft-based artists who have participated in residencies over the past 3 months at the Goode Family Visual Arts School. The evening will begin with brief talks from each of the exhibiting artists, offering insight into their creative processes and time in residence, followed by a reception celebrating their work. *Light bites and desserts courtesy of Yummy Goodness 

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