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 The Last Battleship Learn More Arts and Entertainment Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens Learn More Arts and Entertainment Critter Club July Series Learn More Arts and Entertainment 15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series Learn More Arts and Entertainment Secrets of the Sea Learn More Arts and Entertainment Maritime Explorers Summer Camp Learn More Arts and Entertainment d’Art Pottery Camp Learn More Arts and Entertainment Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Vault – Catherine Hillis: Chasing the Light Learn More Arts and Entertainment Membership Swap: Elation Brewing Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Ghent Farmers Market Learn More Arts and Entertainment Carved Couture Exhibition Opening Learn More Arts and Entertainment Figment: A National Juried Exhibition of Fanciful, Whimsical, and Surreal Artworks Learn More Being On The Water Bingo Silver Series Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Wonder Wednesdays Series Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program Learn More Arts and Entertainment July Member Exclusive: Pollinator Patterns Learn More Arts and Entertainment Five Dollar Comedy presents Harold: A Comedy in Three Parts Learn More Arts and Entertainment Kelly Willis, Brennen Leigh, Melissa Carper at The Annex Learn More Brewery Events Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company Learn More Arts and Entertainment Wild Tykes at The Virginia Zoo Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Surviving Through Mental Health Learn More Arts and Entertainment Teacher’s Pet – An Improv Comedy Show Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Outdoor Artists July Series Learn More Arts and Entertainment 80s/90s Decades Party Learn More Event Live Music Patio Parties at PBR Norfolk Learn More Arts and Entertainment Perfect Arrangement by Topher Payne at the Generic Theater Learn More Arts and Entertainment Sexbruise, Grief Cat at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment Summer Fun Thursdays at MacArthur Center! Learn More Arts and Entertainment Lauren Watkins at Waterside Learn More Arts and Entertainment Miller Lite Hot Country Nights: Lauren Watkins Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Latino Music Festival Learn More Arts and Entertainment Jr Master Gardeners July Series Learn More Sports UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 Watch Party Learn More Arts and Entertainment Storybook Tea Party at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Big Boogie at The NorVa Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Padfoot 10 year anniversary at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment Padfoot 10 year anniversary at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly) Learn More Arts and Entertainment Heroes, Villains, and Virtuosos: Symphony Under the Stars Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park Learn More Arts and Entertainment Run Your Best Mile Learn More Brewery Events Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Arts and Entertainment Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Downtown Restaurant Week July 2025 Learn More Arts and Entertainment Garden Artists July Series Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Forgotten War: Teaching Korea in the Classroom Teacher Institute Learn More Arts and Entertainment Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery Learn More Arts and Entertainment Toddler Time at Nauticus Learn More Arts and Entertainment GLOM + DROOK at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment Bombargo at The Annex Learn More Being On The Water Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment Member Night- Tango’s Birthday Party Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Chef’s Table: Luau Cocktail Dinner Learn More Arts and Entertainment Member Night – Tango’s Birthday Party! Learn More Arts and Entertainment Trail Beautification Days on the ERT Learn More Arts and Entertainment An Evening with Artist Walker Babington Learn More Cuisine and Cocktails Ceremony presents: A Roaring Good Time! Learn More Arts and Entertainment Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River Learn More Arts and Entertainment The Lawn Boys (Phish tribute) at The Annex Learn More Arts and Entertainment COVA’s Anniversary Party: Celebrating 5 Years Through the 5 Senses Learn More Arts and Entertainment Yoga at the Plot, Bhav Brigade Learn More Arts and Entertainment 🧜🏻♀️Norfolk Day🧜🏻♀️ Learn More Arts and Entertainment Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise Learn More Arts and Entertainment ERT Botanical Bike Tour: Urban Agriculture Learn More Arts and Entertainment Toddler Time at Nauticus Learn More Arts and Entertainment River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop Learn More Arts and Entertainment River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop Learn More Arts and Entertainment NEON District Public Art Tour Learn More Arts and Entertainment Freedom Hawk, Runestoner at The Annex Learn More Event Folded Fashions: A Journey Through the History of Paper Dolls Learn More Arts and Entertainment We Came as Romans at The NorVa Learn More
