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Free Things to Do in Norfolk During the Holidays
17 November 2025Who says the holidays have to come with a price tag? Norfolk shines this time of year, and some of its most magical moments are completely free. From twinkling streets and sparkling waterfront views to beautifully decorated public…
Learn MoreNorfolk Holiday Activities for Groups
14 November 2025Norfolk, Virginia is decorated for the holidays! All season long, groups can walk through light displays that glimmer and shine with more than a million lights through some of Norfolk’s largest attractions. Gather your bunch and get ready to be in the…
Learn MoreDecember 2025 Events in Norfolk, VA
14 November 2025The holidays are in full swing as we enter this final – and often busiest – month of the year. Norfolk, Virginia is home to not one but two jaw-dropping festivals of light, a bevy of stage performances, a multitude of markets and plenty of shows to help you…
Learn MoreNorfolk Holiday Bucket List
13 November 2025If you haven’t yet spent a holiday weekend in Norfolk, you’re in for a festive treat. There’s many ways to get in the spirit of the season, whether watching colorful sparkles bounce on the water from a historic battleship, nostalgically gazing at decorations from…
Learn MoreNorfolk 2026 Cruise Schedule
12 November 2025Find the dates for 2025 and 2026 Carnival Sunshine cruises from Norfolk, Virginia. Carnival offers 6-8 day sailings to the Bahamas, Bermuda and more. 2025 Cruise Schedule See further down page for 2026 cruise dates. Date Vessel Cruise Line What’s Happening in…
Learn More2026 Virginia Arts Festival Lineup Unveiled
05 November 2025Virginia Arts Festival will light up stages throughout Hampton Roads in 2026 as it celebrates its 29th anniversary season, bringing acclaimed artists from around the world. Throughout southeastern Virginia, Virginia Arts Festival will fill the…
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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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