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October 2025 Norfolk Event Guide
11 September 2025Don’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…
Learn MoreVAF’s Attucks Jazz Series Offers Nightclub Experience in Historic Theater
11 September 2025Virginia 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…
Learn MoreBest Oyster Restaurants in Norfolk
09 September 2025November 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…
Learn MoreNorfolk, VA Fall Bucket List
09 September 2025Fall (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…
Learn MoreFall Flavors at Norfolk Coffee Shops
04 September 2025As 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…
Learn MoreWorkouts Find New Heights at Latitude Climbing + Fitness
27 August 2025Hidden 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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Norfolk’s Handsome Biscuit competes for bragging rights in online bracket challenge: Best biscuit in the South
01 April 2024Learn MoreHampton Roads businesses ready for busy event weekend, bringing in tourism dollars
01 April 2024Learn More‘A tremendous challenge:’ Work underway in Norfolk to prepare for cruise ship re-routed from Baltimore
01 April 2024Learn MoreGuides & Itineraries
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