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October 2025 Norfolk Event Guide

11 September 2025
Don’t miss out on Norfolk’s best events this October. The city is filled with eclectic festivals, live music events, outdoor activities and more! ghent farmers market First and Third Fridays Blair Middle School Support sustainability by shopping…
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VAF’s Attucks Jazz Series Offers Nightclub Experience in Historic Theater

11 September 2025
Virginia Arts Festival’s Attucks Jazz Series transforms Norfolk’s historic Attucks Theatre into an intimate jazz club, complete with cabaret tables, lighting and an impressive sound…
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Best Oyster Restaurants in Norfolk

09 September 2025
November is officially Virginia Oyster Month and, if we’re honest, there’s nothing like gathering around a plate of freshly-shucked oysters. Virginia is home to eight oyster regions, with results ranging from briny to mild to sweet butter and cream. Of course…
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Norfolk, VA Fall Bucket List

09 September 2025
Fall (aka sweater weather) has arrived, bringing with it a slew of fantastic events and activities, plus eats and drinks. Arguably one of the best times of year to visit Norfolk, fall means weather that’s just right, sunny days and brisk, cozy evenings and a ramped up…
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Fall Flavors at Norfolk Coffee Shops

04 September 2025
As the leaves begin to change and the air gets crisper, it’s that time of year again when coffee shops across town start unveiling their delicious fall-inspired concoctions. We’ve scoured the city for the best fall flavors at some of your favorite coffee…
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Workouts Find New Heights at Latitude Climbing + Fitness

27 August 2025
Hidden away in an industrial corner just a stone’s throw from Ghent and Church Street, Latitude Climbing + Fitness is deceptive at first. The building dates back to the 1920s, but once you’re inside, you find a…
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News

Need more trip inspiration? See below for all the top publications that are boasting about Norfolk!

Top 20 Best Cities For Outdoor Recreation

01 April 2024
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Norfolk’s Handsome Biscuit competes for bragging rights in online bracket challenge: Best biscuit in the South

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Norfolk among top 5 busiest Amtrak stations in the Southeast

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The economic impact of Princess Cruises port moving from Yorktown to Norfolk

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Hampton Roads businesses ready for busy event weekend, bringing in tourism dollars

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‘A tremendous challenge:’ Work underway in Norfolk to prepare for cruise ship re-routed from Baltimore

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Guides & Itineraries

Looking for a little help or inspiration? Use Norfolk’s curated city guides and itineraries to get the most out of your time in our city

Waterways to Freedom

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Must Seas: Outdoor Recreation Edition

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Norfolk Rack Card

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Virginia International Tattoo

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Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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Must Seas: Quick Getaway Edition

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Must Seas: Nightlife Edition

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Must Seas: LGBTQ+ Edition

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Must Seas: Sports Edition

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Must Seas: Shopping Edition

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Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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Must Seas: Perfect Dates Edition

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Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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Norfolk Coloring Sheet

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Must Seas: Vacation Edition

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Must Seas: Staycation Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: History Edition

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City Guide

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