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2024 Norfolk Holiday Markets
04 December 2024There’s shopping and then there’s shopping local. When it comes to the holidays in Norfolk, there are plenty of opportunities to check off the items on your shopping list while supporting the small businesses that form the backbone of our community. Here are a few of…
Learn MoreRecently Opened in Norfolk
22 November 2024Because Norfolk is always evolving and changing, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on all the new talented chefs, baristas, boutique owners or pitmasters opening up businesses. Whether it’s trying an innovative dish or buying a new outfit, we’re always excited to try…
Learn More2024 December Events
20 November 2024The final month of 2024 is packed with holiday fests, concerts, happenings and more. @nofolkadmirals Norfolk Admirals Hockey Now Through April 2025 Scope Arena The Norfolk Admirals are proud ECHL affiliates of the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose. The Admirals…
Learn MoreOne Grand Weekend: Hot Cocoa Wars and a Parade
19 November 2024@cityofnorfolkva What are you doing the weekend before Thanksgiving – shopping? Eating? Seeing a movie? We think those ideas are just fine and dandy, but what if we told you about the magical combination of a holiday parade, a decked…
Learn MoreCHRYSLER MUSEUM Heats up with Ignite: Ooh, La La, More Events
18 November 2024The Chrysler Museum of Art announces an unforgettable week of entertainment and culture with three big events from November 20-24. From the soul-stirring sounds of Louisiana phenomenon T’Monde to the modern…
Learn MoreNorfolk 2024-25 Cruise Schedule
14 November 2024As renovations continue at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center this fall, we’re eagerly anticipating the return of Carnival Sunshine, which will offer 6-8 day sailings to the Bahamas, Bermuda and more. Others – like Princess and American Cruise Lines…
Learn MoreNews
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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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