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Norfolk VA is home to intriguing historical attractions, world-class museums, delicious restaurants, and unique retail shops. Visitors will find it easy to reach all that Norfolk VA has to offer; most places are within a short walking distance, car or train ride! 

The Annex

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End of Massive Resistance Wall

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Electrified Marina

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The Wave

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Sail Virginia

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Send it Climbing

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Kate Thomas Art

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Norfolk Boxing Center

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Mosaic Steel Orchestra

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Savarnas

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Lotus Day Spa

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Letoile Day Spa

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Get Well Soon

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Float Norfolk

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Enrich Spa

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Elite European Day Spa

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Changes Day Spa

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Torch Yoga + Cycle

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Yours Truly Picnics

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Blue Ridge Excursions

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Barry Art Museum

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All Hands Pottery Studio

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Board & Brush

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Pinot’s Palette

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Color Me Mine

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Assembly

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Battleship Wisconsin

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Chrysler Museum / Perry Glass Studio

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Hermitage Museum and Gardens

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Norfolk State University

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Lime Electric Scooter

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Latitude Climbing + Fitness

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Norfolk International Airport

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Poplar Hall Park Disc Golf Course

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Plum Point Park

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The Tide Light Rail

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Sgt. Carney Marker

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Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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The Harbor Gallery

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Thank You Gallery

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One Eleven Art Gallery & Studios

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Homage Hall

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Gallery 21

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Gallerie Ukwensi

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Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries

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The Venue on 35th

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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Old Dominion University Theatre

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Little Theatre of Norfolk

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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center

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Goode Theatre

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F. Ludwig Diehn Center for the Performing Arts

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Chandler Recital Hall

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Brock Commons

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Sail Nauticus

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E-Bike Alley | Pedego Norfolk Downtown

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Cutty Sark Marina

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Cobb’s Marina

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East Beach Marina

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Bay Point Marina

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Haven Creek Boat Ramp

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Little Creek Marina

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Pelican’s Nest Marina

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Waterside Marina

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Willoughby Boat Ramp

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Willoughby Harbor Marina

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Virginia Opera

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Virginia Stage Company

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Lone Sailor Statue

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Windows on History

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West Point Monument at West Point Cemetery

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Virginia Symphony

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Virginia Arts Festival

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TowneBank Building

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The Perry Pavilion

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The New Saint James Holiness Church of Christ Disciples (St. Peter’s)

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The Attucks Theatre

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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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St. John’s African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Queen Street Baptist Church

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Poplar Hall – Private Residence

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d’Art Center

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Push Comedy Theater

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Hurrah Players

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East Ocean View Recreation Center

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Ocean View Station Museum

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Sarah Constant Beach Park

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Ocean View Golf Course

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Ocean View Fishing Pier

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Ocean View Beach Park

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Northside Park

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Community Beach Park

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Historic Martin Mansion

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Christ & St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

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The Naro Expanded Cinema

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Owen B. Pickett U.S. Custom House

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Offsite Gallery

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Myers House

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Monticello Arcade

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Martin Luther King Monument

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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Hunter House Victorian Museum

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Freemason Street Baptist Church

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First Calvary Baptist Church

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First Baptist Church

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Festivals of Festevents

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Epworth United Methodist Church

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Elmwood Cemetery

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City Cruises Norfolk

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Camp-Hubbard House | Private Residence

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Armed Forces Memorial

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

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Trail of Honor

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Norfolk Kayak Rentals

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Old Dominion University

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Elizabeth River Trail

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The Cannonball Trail

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Arthur & Phyllis Kaplan Orchid Conservatory

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Waterside District

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Virginia Zoo

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Town Point Park

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The Generic Theater

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Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium

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Norfolk State University Planetarium

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VR64

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Wells Theatre

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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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Town Point Club

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The NorVa

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The NEON House

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Scope Arena

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Schooner Virginia

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Norfolk Airport Conference Center

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Meet@319

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MacArthur Memorial

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Harrison Opera House

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Harbor Park

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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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Chrysler Hall

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Chartway Arena

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American Rover Sailing Cruises

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TowneBank Fountain Park

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Slover Library

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Mermaid Factory

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Norfolk Botanical Garden

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Fort Norfolk

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Featured

It’s Happy Hour

Whether you’re meeting up with friends, conference attendees, colleagues after work or just looking for a good place to snag a discount, our list of Norfolk’s top food and drink happy hour specials will help you find the perfect spot.
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Explore Norfolk’s History

History courses through Norfolk’s veins, and thankfully much of it can still be enjoyed today. Norfolk’s history dates back more than 400 years, making it one of the oldest cities in the United States.
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Top Coffee Shops in Norfolk

Coffee is an essential part of our daily routines, so we’ve rounded up the best places to get your caffeine fix in Norfolk. Whether you’re energizing to explore the city or simply want to enjoy catching up with a friend, these are our go-to Norfolk coffee shops.
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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

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Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Norfolk

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May082026
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Opening Reception “When There Are Nine” at the Offsite Gallery at MacArthur Center

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Apr152026
Jun032026

Pottery: Put a lid on it! Lidded Pot Composition

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May132026

Coffee with a Cop

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May132026

Fuzzy Wednesdays at The Annex

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May132026

CRIMEWAVE: A POST-PUNK & DARKWAVE PARTY

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Mar312026
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Lights Out Hampton Roads

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May062026
Jun032026

Belly Dance Basics

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Apr252026
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Flourish: d’Art’s Annual Juried National Exhibition of Floral and Botanical Artworks

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May132026

Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series: Lt. Col. Howard Baugh and the Tuskee Airmen

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May012026
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Virginia MOCA Member Swap

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Apr092026
May232026

Custom Perfume-Making Class

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Apr152026
May202026

Introduction to Digital Photography

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Apr302026
May312027

Special Exhibit: No Turning Back, MacArthur and the Occupation of Japan 1945-1951

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May132026

“Every Brilliant Thing”

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Apr222026
May272026

Leone’s Live Music

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May132026

Homeschool Studio

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Apr022026
Sep302026

Bike Nights at Norfolk Botanical Garden

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May132026

Fuzzy Wednesdays at The Annex

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May062026
May282026

May Member Exclusive: Tunes for Tots

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May082026
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In The Heights

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May132026

Tuskegee Airmen – America’s Red Tail Legends

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Apr092026
May302026

Nutty Norfolk Scavenger Hunt

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Apr252026
May302026

On Point!: A National Exhibit Featuring Contemporary Embroidery

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May122026
May152026

Bike to Work Week

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May132026

Homeschool Studio

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May062026
May282026

May Member Exclusive: Tunes for Tots

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May142026
Aug202026

SUNSETS ON THE RIVER

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Feb122026
Sep082026

BAM in the Wild!

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May142026

Steep Canyon Rangers

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May142026

Revolver Presents: Thornhill: The Merica Tour

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May142026

City Planning Commission – Informal Meeting

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May172026

Norfolk Greek Festival 2026

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May142026
May162026

ODU Baseball vs. James Madison University

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Apr162026
Jun042026

The Imaginative Self: Painting, Drawing, & More

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May142026

Community Engagement Street Team (CEST) at The Center

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Apr162026
Jun042026

Introduction & Intermediate Painting

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May142026

SEAMLESS

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May142026
May212026

Meditative Embroidery

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Apr022026
May282026

Bar Trivia Live at Bold Mariner

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May142026

Smell Like A Sturgeon

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May012026
May292026

Train Like A Fantasy Hero

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May152026

Old Dominion University Advanced Degree Commencement

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May152026

Goode Works on Paper Drop-in Hours: Jewish American Heritage Month

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May152026

Goode Works on Paper Drop-in Hours: Jewish American Heritage Month

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May152026

Mental Health Matters Community Event

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Apr102026
Aug212026

Website Build Lab: Create Your Fashion Boutique Site

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May152026

Eddie 9V at The Annex

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May152026

Class of 2026 Advanced Degree Ceremony

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May152026

Iron & Wine

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May152026

NACC at Fleet & Family Support Center Breakfast & Resource Fair

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May152026
May172026

Bayou Bon Vivant Cajun Music, Food & Art Festival

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May152026

“Arts at the Attucks” Riddick Dance presents: Queens

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May152026

Pop Up: Bella’s Creations Charm Bar

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May152026

Abandon Ship

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May152026
May172026

Bayou Bon Vivant

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May152026

Electric Relaxation

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Apr182026
May302026

Illusions The Drag Queen Show Norfolk – Drag Queen Brunch

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May022026
Nov212026

East Beach? EOV – The Farmers Market

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May022026
May302026

Resin Basics: For Jewelry and More (Ages 16+)

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May162026

Bridgerton Market at Cova Brewing

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May162026

Hope Grows Here: A 60th Birthday Celebration with Purpose

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May162026

Haitian Flag Day

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May162026

Glassblowing 4: Color Theory

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May162026

CHAOS! Comedy Show

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May162026

CHAOS! Comedy Show

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May162026
May302026

Intro to Sketching Workshop with Jenn Hilliard

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May162026

The Psychic: The All-Improvised Journey into the Unknown

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May162026

Chelsea Neighborhood Walking Tour

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May162026

Party for the Planet

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May172026

Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival

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May162026

Boombox Rides

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May162026

Party for the Planet

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May162026

Old Dominion University Commencement

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May162026

Mother’s Day CookOut

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May162026

New Moon Market

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May162026

Keyshawn-Albright II

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May162026

Elizabeth River Trail Walking Tour of the Chelsea Neighborhood

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May162026

HOUSE REVIVAL PROJECT: THE FUNKTION

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May162026

Live Music with JT Horne at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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May162026

Come Back To Earth: Mac Miller Live Band Tribute

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May162026

Food Truck: Sugar and Pearls VB

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May162026

ERT + NTC – Chelsea Neighborhood Walking Tour on the ERT

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May172026

Weld It, Build It, Sail It!

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May172026

Aquarium Behind-The-Glass Experience

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May172026

Sails Up Workshop

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May172026

Special Topics Tour: Jewish American Heritage Month

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May172026

Open Mic at Selden Market

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May182026

Rope Making

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May042026
May252026

Monday Night Adventures

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May042026
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Little Sprout Explorers May Series

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Apr132026
Jun012026

Pottery: Introduction to Wheel-throwing

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Apr142026
May192026

Digital Photography 2

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May192026

Digital Media Studio Group Orientation

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May192026

The Art of Yoga at the Chrysler Museum

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May192026

3D Printing Group Orientation

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May192026

Norfolk at Night: Community Open House

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May052026
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Homeschool Garden Science May Series

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Apr282026
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Homeschool Garden Stewards May Series

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May052026
May262026

Tuesday Night Road Ride

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Apr142026
Jun022026

Pottery: Wheel-Whirled Transformations

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May192026

Second Wind

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May202026

Fit For A King

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May202026

Cruise Market Days

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May202026

Art Babies: Sensory

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May202026

Hank’s Trivia Theme Nights

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May142026
Nov192026

Super Casual Wednesday Ride

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May202026

Norfolk at Night: Community Open House

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May202026

Abandon Ship

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May202026

Knot Tying

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May202026

Hank’s Trivia Theme Nights

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May212026

Cold: Goodbye Cruel World

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May212026

Glass After Dark: Visiting Artist Series – Helen Lee and Ruth Tamura

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May212026

LNK Happy Hour

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May212026

Glass After Dark: Visiting Artist Series – Helen Lee and Ruth Tamura

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May212026

Glass After Dark: Visiting Artist Series with Helen Lee and Ruth Tamura

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May212026

Glass After Dark: Visiting Artist Series – Helen Lee

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May212026

Abandon Ship

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May212026

Glass After Dark: Visiting Artist Series – Helen Lee

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May212026

Music Bingo at COVA 🎶

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May222026
May242026

Patriotic Festival 2026

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May222026

Norfolk Flooding Forum

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May222026

Star Wars vs Star Trek at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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May222026

Visiting Artist Series Talk: Helen Lee

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May222026

Trail Beautification Day

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May222026

2026 Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

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May222026

Beenie Man

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May222026

Vaudeville at the Push Comedy Theater

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May222026

Vaudeville at the Push Comedy Theater

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May232026

Rhythm Project Showcase

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May232026

Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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May232026

Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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May232026

Norfolk Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

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May232026

The Execution Summit

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May232026
Jun202026

⚽🔥 Game Night with Cogans & VAFC 🔥⚽

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May232026

2026 ERT Botanical Tours

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May232026

Youth Education Program: Jr Master Gardeners

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May232026

Underwater Mapping

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May232026

Rope Making

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May232026

Memorial Day Weekend Beer Mile

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May232026

Boombox Rides

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May232026

Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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May232026

Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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May232026

ERT Botanical Bike Tour

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May242026

Norfolk Anime-Fest

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May242026

Second Wind

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May242026

Abandon Ship

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May242026

Iration + Tribal Seeds

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May242026

Visiting Artist Series Talk: Helen Lee and Ruth Tamura

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May242026

Village Family Community Family Reunion™

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May242026

Wheel Werkshop

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May252026

Free Memorial Day Train Rides

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May252026

Abandon Ship

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May252026

Rope Making

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May252026

City of Norfolk Memorial Day Ceremony

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May252026

Larchmont Memorial Day Parade

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May252026

Memorial Day Ceremony

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May252026

Little Zoo

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May252026

Free Memorial Day Train Rides

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May262026

Michael Mayo

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May262026

Second Wind

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May262026

Smell Like A Sturgeon

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May262026
May272026

Norfolk Tides vs. Durham Bulls

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May262026

The Art of Yoga at the Chrysler Museum

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May262026
May272026

Norfolk Public Schools High School Graduation

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May262026

Smell Like A Sturgeon

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May262026

Michael Mayo Quartet

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May272026

Park to Park to Park Mountain Bike Ride

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May272026

Toddler Time at Nauticus

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May272026

Toddler Time

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May272026

Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Conservation Landscaping

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May272026

Bark at the Park with Norfolk Animal Care Center, Friends of NACC & the Norfolk Tides

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May272026

Books and Brews Club

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May272026

Palmyra

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May282026

Norfolk Tides vs. Durham Bulls

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May282026

Military Family Coffee & Connection

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May282026
May312026

SCHOOLDAZE 2026: PASTOR TROY, DJ CLEVE & DJ SKILLZ – ALL WHITE YACHT WEEKND

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May282026

The Getdown

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May282026

Portsmouth Public Schools High School Graduation

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May282026

Open Studio: Improve Your Fusing

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May282026

Military Family Coffee & Connection

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May282026

Garden Stars

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May282026

Zoo Tales

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May282026

Film Break Society: THE KILLER (1989) at Naro Cinema

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May282026

Open Studio: Expand Your Torch Skills

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Norfolk Tides – May 29, 2018

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Norfolk — The city proving that southern hospitality is alive and well

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A Day in Norfolk, Virginia

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Get a Raw Deal in Downtown Norfolk

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Pharrell Williams Hosts ‘Elephant in the Room’ Panel on Virginia’s Business Importance

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12 Woman-Owned Businesses to Visit in Norfolk, Virginia

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Historic ships and boats you can visit and admire

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Tourism, Hospitality Are Rebounding, Youngkin Says at VA1 Summit

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Guides & Itineraries

Follow us to Norfolk’s best restaurants, attractions and more!

Waterways to Freedom

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Must Seas: Sports Edition

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Must Seas: History Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: Staycation Edition

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Must Seas: Vacation Edition

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Norfolk Coloring Sheet

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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Must Seas: Perfect Dates Edition

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Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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Must Seas: Shopping Edition

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Must Seas: LGBTQ+ Edition

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Must Seas: Outdoor Recreation Edition

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Must Seas: Nightlife Edition

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Must Seas: Quick Getaway Edition

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Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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Virginia International Tattoo

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Norfolk Rack Card

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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City Guide

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