With events like the annual Virginia International Tattoo (a top event recognized by American Bus Association) which showcases inspirational military music, majestic massed pipes and drums, show-stopping drill team maneuvers and hundreds of international performers! And Harborfest a 44-year-old festival that is the largest, longest-running, free maritime festival in the nation, your groups are sure to have a lasting unique memory. For help planning a student group to Norfolk, Virginia please contact Melissa Hopper.
Mel Hopper
Associate Director of Tour & Travel Email: mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.co m
Guides and itineraries
These curated itineraries are sure to guide you through experiencing our events to the fullest. For more itineraries and questions regarding group travel please contact Mel Hopper.
Blog Experience Military History and Pageantry in Prince William and Norfolk, Virginia Learn More Blog Group Tour Itinerary: 3 Days in Norfolk Learn More Blog Norfolk Harborfest Itinerary for Group Tours Learn More Blog Group Tours through Prince William, Norfolk and Outer Banks Learn More Blog Glass Art Experiences for Group Tours Learn More Blog Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival Three-Day Itinerary For Group Tours Learn More Blog Norfolk and Virginia Beach Group Tours Learn More Blog Holiday Experiences in Norfolk, Richmond and Virginia Beach Learn More Blog Group Tours of Norfolk and Portsmouth, Virginia Learn More Blog Wine Experiences in Norfolk, Prince William and Richmond Learn More Blog Holiday Attractions in Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Richmond Learn More Blog Norfolk Holiday Activities for Groups Learn More Blog Five-Day Itinerary to Celebrate Sail 250® Virginia Learn More Blog Group-Friendly Restaurants in Norfolk Learn More
Group Tour Restaurants
Freemason Abbey serves the most delicious She Crab soup, Doumars serves you warm freshly made waffle cones, Stripers has stunning water views of the Elizabeth River and the best part of it all, your large group can dine here without hassle! These restaurants are accommodating to group sizes ranging from 20 people to upwards of 500 people. Contact Mel Hopper for further information at mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com .
American The Dining Room at Norfolk Waterside Marriott Learn More
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Events
Arts and Entertainment Flowing and Flying: A Juried National Exhibition of Waterscapes and Waterbirds Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Last Battleship Learn More Arts and Entertainment Secrets of the Sea Learn More Being On The Water Bingo Silver Series Cruise Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program Learn More Arts and Entertainment Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens Learn More Arts and Entertainment 15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series Learn More Arts and Entertainment d’Art Pottery Camp Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Ghent Farmers Market Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Member Night – Conservation Learn More Arts and Entertainment Fairy & Gnome Summer Homes Learn More Brewery Events Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company Learn More Arts and Entertainment Fireside Collective at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Vault – LENS ERT: A local Photography Exhibit of the Elizabeth River Trail Learn More Arts and Entertainment Line Dancing Lessons at PBR Norfolk Learn More Arts and Entertainment Movies at the Museum: Children of the War Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Old Salt, New Vibe Learn More Event Norfolk Flea After Dark: Block Party Edition Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Back to School Bash @COVA Brewing Co! Learn More Event Live Music Patio Parties at PBR Norfolk Learn More Arts and Entertainment Jesse Chong Band Live! at Blue Moon Outdoor Stage Learn More Arts and Entertainment New Date- Jr Garden Artists: Picnic Plates Learn More Arts and Entertainment East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly) Learn More History 80th Anniversary of Korean Independence Day Ceremony Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Sunday Dog Day at Botanical Gardens Learn More Event The Women Behind the Men: Hidden History of Women in Games Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Arts and Entertainment Run Your Best Mile Learn More Brewery Events Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Event Work From Downtown: CRM (Calm Relaxing Meditation) Learn More Arts and Entertainment Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise Learn More Shopping Boss Babe Market @COVA Brewing Co! Learn More Arts and Entertainment Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River Learn More Arts and Entertainment Trail Beautification Days on the ERT Learn More Event The Fuzz Band: Live at Blue Moon Outdoor Stage Learn More Arts and Entertainment Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River Learn More Arts and Entertainment 42nd Annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival Learn More Arts and Entertainment Finale in the Pacific: The Road to Japan’s Surrender and the 80th Anniversary of the End of WWII Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Psychic: The All-Improvised Journey into the Unknown Learn More Arts and Entertainment Yoga at the Plot, Bhav Brigade Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise Learn More Event Miller Lite Hot Country Nights: Jackson Dean Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk Jazz Brunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Spafford at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Arts and Entertainment Virginia Zoo Express Reopening Birthday Celebration Learn More Arts and Entertainment Beach Yoga at 9th Bay Street Learn More
