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Norfolk’s Mermaid Market Holiday Gift Guide
20 November 2023Shopping in the Mermaid City is always a treat, especially during the holidays. During your next visit, be sure to stop by our very own Mermaid Market, located in our Visitors Center at 232 E Main St., Norfolk. We’ve got a great representation…
Learn MoreNorfolk’s Best Holiday Attractions
09 November 2023The holiday season is here, and with it brings a whole host of fun activities! Norfolk is known for its unique holiday events, from dazzling light displays to parades on both the streets and water. Here are some unique activities and events to spice up your…
Learn More2023 December Events
08 November 2023December is here and brings a bunch of holiday cheer to Norfolk! Check out these events and more. Elf Door Discovery Now Through December 26 Downtown Norfolk Magic is around every corner in Downtown Norfolk, as 50 tiny elf doors have appeared all around…
Learn MoreNorfolk Holiday Bucket List
08 November 2023If 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 Holiday Activities for Groups
08 November 2023Norfolk, 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 MoreLocal Shopping in Norfolk
26 October 2023Looking for that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for your loved one (or yourself)? How about a vintage conversation piece, a new outfit for the season or a simple reminder of your amazing experience in Norfolk? Our city takes pride in its diverse selection of small businesses and…
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24 May 2023Learn MoreGuides & Itineraries
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