How do you say Family?

Norfolk. Nawfick. Norfick. No matter how you say it, Norfolk means family-friendly. From hanging out with giraffes at the Norfolk Zoo to standing with your own little animals on the deck of a battleship, family time is go time in our waterfront city.

Things To Do

Chrysler Museum / Perry Glass Studio

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Festivals in Norfolk

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African American History in Norfolk

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Museums

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Things to Do in Ocean View / East Beach

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Public Arts and Galleries

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Our Beaches

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Live Music

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Admirals Hockey

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Golf Courses

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Performing Arts

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Cruise Information

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Pet Friendly Activities

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History in Norfolk

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Family Time in Norfolk

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Arts and Entertainment in Norfolk

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Events

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15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series

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Membership Swap: Elation Brewing

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Story Time at COVA

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The Last Battleship

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Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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V-Mail Activity @ Activity HQ

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d’Art Pottery Camp

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Ghent Farmers Market

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Critter Club July Series

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Victory Gardens Activity @ Activity HQ

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Summer Art Camp

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Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Secrets of the Sea

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Second Wind at Nauticus

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Carved Couture Exhibition Opening

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Exploring Fossils at Nauticus

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Second Wind at Nauticus

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July Member Exclusive: Pollinator Patterns

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Trivia Night

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Abandon Ship at Nauticus

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Clean Beaches Week: Sunset Beach Clean Up

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Underwater Mapping at Nauticus

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Rope Making at Nauticus

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MacArthur Center’s Kids Club -Summer Fun Thursday LEGO Open Play Day!

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4th of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks

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Brews & BBQ Patio Party

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July 4th Fireworks Cruise

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Military Family Appreciation Day

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Exploring Fossils at Nauticus

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Second Wind at Nauticus

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Wish You Were Here: A Solo Exhibition by Derek Munn

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Girl-Prov : A Girl’s Night Out with Improv Comedy

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Military Family Appreciation Day: Finding Nemo Film Screening

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4th of July at the Virginia Zoo

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Outdoor Artists July Series

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Norfolk 4th of July Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise

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Storybook Tea Party at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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The Vault – Catherine Hillis: Chasing the Light

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Yoga at Neptune’s Fury

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Figment: A National Juried Exhibition of Fanciful, Whimsical, and Surreal Artworks

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East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Jul052025

The Comedy Sketchbook – A Night of Sketch Comedy

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Abandon Ship at Nauticus

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Date Night at the Push Comedy Theater

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Battle of the Sexes – adult game night at The Annex

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Dress Like a Conductor Day

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Exploring Fossils at Nauticus

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Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Wild Tykes

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Jr Master Gardeners July Series

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Glen Boswick & The Sounds of Swing

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Rope Making at Nauticus

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Tour de ORF

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Second Wind at Nauticus

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Garden Artists July Series

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Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Run Your Best Mile

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Pub Quiz

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Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jul072025

Little Zoo at the Virginia Zoo

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Abandon Ship at Nauticus

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Downtown Norfolk Community Garden Power Hour

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Wild Babies at The Virginia Zoo

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Jul092025

Korean War Teacher Institute

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Jul102025

EdTalk: Dr. Winkler

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Five Dollar Thursdays presents: Attack of the Rookies

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Fairy & Gnome Summer Homes

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EdTalk: Profiles of Visionaries — America’s First Aircraft Carrier

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Norfolk Kick Back (July)

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Vaudeville at the Push Comedy Theater

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A tribute to the grateful dead

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Second Saturday Stand-up Comedy

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The Unusual Suspects: A Wild Murder Mystery

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Adult Night- Virginia Zoo

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Fuse Fest 2025

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Adult Night (Summer Edition)

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Indigenous Crafts on the Elizabeth River

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Jr Garden Artists: Picnic Plates

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Behind the Scenes: A Downtown Walking Tour

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Family Fun Day

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Massage For Yoga Teachers

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Powerman 5000 + Ill Nino

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Bhav at Sky’s The Limit Yoga NFK

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The Push Book Club: Classics Retold

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Massage For Yoga Teachers

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Little Zoo

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

A Day in Norfolk, Virginia

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Epic Norfolk Events And Christmas Lights You Can’t Miss

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Must-See Outdoor Public Art in Norfolk, VA

Norfolk’s public art not only distinguishes us from other cities, but also brings…
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Family Fun in Norfolk, Va.

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Norfolk Getaway: Fantastic Things to Do in Norfolk VA

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A History Lover’s Guide to Norfolk

Norfolk’s history dates back to 1682 when it was first founded. It was settled by an Englishman…
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Norfolk’s Best Holiday Attractions

The holiday season is here, and with it brings a whole host of fun activities! Norfolk is known for…
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Decks of Historic Virginia Battleship Transformed into Holiday Wonderland

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Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

Omar’s Carriage House

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Monarch Recovery Sports Grill at Springhill Suites

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Catnip Cat Cafe

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MJ’s Tavern

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Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant

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Hank’s Filling Station

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Guides & Itineraries

City Guide

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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Waterways to Freedom

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Must Seas: History Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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