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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!

Performing Arts

The Annex

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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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

African American

Martin Luther King Monument

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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Christ & St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

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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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The Naro Expanded Cinema

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Historic Martin Mansion

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Camp-Hubbard House | Private Residence

Performing Arts

Push Comedy Theater

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

African American

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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Hurrah Players

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Community Beach Park

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East Ocean View Recreation Center

Museums

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

Cruises

City Cruises Norfolk

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Armed Forces Memorial

African American

The Attucks Theatre

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Harbor Park

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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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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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The NorVa

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Chrysler Hall

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Chartway Arena

Cruises

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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The NEON House

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Town Point Club

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

African American

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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Waterside District

Cruises

Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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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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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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

African American

End of Massive Resistance Wall

Museums

Chrysler Museum / Perry Glass 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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Hermitage Museum and Gardens

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Barry Art Museum

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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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All Hands Pottery Studio

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Blue Ridge Excursions

African American

Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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Savarnas

Marinas

Electrified Marina

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The Wave

Cruises

Sail Virginia

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Send it Climbing

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Kate Thomas Art

Sports Venue

Norfolk Boxing Center

Performing Arts

Mosaic Steel Orchestra

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Lotus Day Spa

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Yours Truly Picnics

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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

African American

Sgt. Carney Marker

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The Harbor Gallery

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The Perry Pavilion

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Virginia Opera

Marinas

Bay Point Marina

Marinas

Haven Creek Boat Ramp

Marinas

Little Creek Marina

Marinas

Pelican’s Nest Marina

Marinas

Waterside Marina

Marinas

Willoughby Boat Ramp

Marinas

Willoughby Harbor Marina

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Virginia Stage Company

Marinas

Cobb’s Marina

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Lone Sailor Statue

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Windows on History

African American

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

Marinas

East Beach Marina

Marinas

Cutty Sark Marina

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Thank You Gallery

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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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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Old Dominion University Theatre

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E-Bike Alley | Pedego Norfolk Downtown

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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

Museums

Fort Norfolk

Featured

FEATURED

It’s Festival Season!

From early spring through mid-winter, Norfolk plays host to a wealth of premier festivals and special events, providing entertaining, culturally enriched experiences for individuals and families alike.

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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 Local Farmers’ Markets

What better way to taste fresh Norfolk cuisine than attending one of our farmers’ markets? Norfolk’s season to shop fresh and local begins in April and ends in late fall. Whether you’re a local or visiting, there is something for everyone to enjoy and take home.

Events

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

Sep132025

Arts and Entertainment

NashFest 757

Sep062025

Sep272025

Being On The Water

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Apr162025

Oct152025

Arts and Entertainment

Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

Jun132025

Jun122026

Arts and Entertainment

Secrets of the Sea

Apr042025

Oct192025

Cuisine and Cocktails

Ghent Farmers Market

Sep132025

Arts and Entertainment

Audiostrobelight 20 year Anniversary Show at The Annex feat. Dead Friends, Drainlove, Loveghos

May032025

Nov222025

Arts and Entertainment

East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

Sep132025

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Grey Matter at Just Birdies Sports Bar & Simulators

Sep132025

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Ghostly Ghouls Workshop

Sep132025

Arts and Entertainment

OPENING WEEKEND: Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony + Cellist Jan Vogler

Sep132025

Family Friendly

Kids Fest at Cogans Park

Sep012025

Sep302025

Family Friendly

Norfolk Treasures

Sep132025

Free

Risking it All

Aug232025

Dec272025

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Crazy DJ Music Bingo @ Hank’s

Sep132025

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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Sep132025

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Ain’t Misbehavin’ The “Fats” Waller Musical Show

Sep132025

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Canelo vs. Crawford

Sep132025

Arts and Entertainment

5,000-to-1 Gamble: 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Inchon

Sep142025

Sep192025

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Ain’t Misbehavin’ The “Fats” Waller Musical Show

Sep142025

Arts and Entertainment

Bhav at Sky’s The Limit Yoga NFK

May042025

Nov022025

Arts and Entertainment

Tour de ORF

Sep142025

Arts and Entertainment

The Viscount’s Ball w/ La Primavera Strings

Mar032024

Dec012025

Arts and Entertainment

Sunday Dog Day at Botanical Gardens

Sep142025

Being On The Water

Norfolk Drag Brunch Cruise

Jun022025

Nov032025

Brewery Events

Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

Sep152025

Arts and Entertainment

Little Zoo

May052025

Sep292025

Arts and Entertainment

Run Your Best Mile

Jun162025

Dec222025

Arts and Entertainment

Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery

Sep162025

Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

Sep162025

Arts and Entertainment

Chuck Prophet at The Annex

Sep172025

Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

Sep102025

Oct082025

Arts and Entertainment

Wednesday Wind Down

Sep172025

Being On The Water

Bingo Silver Series Cruise

Sep172025

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Homeschool Day

Apr102025

Dec182025

Brewery Events

Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

Sep182025

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Glass After Dark: September

Sep182025

Cuisine and Cocktails

Falling for Cocktails Mixology Class

Sep182025

Arts and Entertainment

STL Stitch & Bitch

Sep182025

Arts and Entertainment

Honky Tonk Night at The Annex

Sep182025

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A Conversation with Jenna Hager

Sep182025

Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

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Zach Desocio at Just Birdies Sports Bar & Simulators

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Oct182025

Arts and Entertainment

VIVID: Annual Juried National Exhibition of VIBRANT, BOLD & LOUD Artworks

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Sep262025

Arts and Entertainment

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Oct182025

Arts and Entertainment

The Vault – ¡Presente!: A Juried National Exhibit of Contemporary Hispanic Folk Art in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

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Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

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Brewery Events

Oktoberfest Celebration at COVA

Jul152025

Sep262025

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Live Music Patio Parties at PBR Norfolk

Sep192025

Brewery Events

Standup Comedy at Smartmouth Brewing!

Sep202025

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Fae Revel: A Night of Myth and Merriment

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Zen At The Zoo

Sep202025

Event

Ain’t Misbehavin’ The “Fats” Waller Musical Show

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Attucks Jazz Series Jaleel Shaw saxophone

Sep202025

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Fall Fest

Sep202025

Brewery Events

Oktoberfest

Sep202025

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Hermitage Handmade Festival

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

The 5th Annual 7 City Blues Festival

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Rockin’ On The River Concert

Sep202025

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The Shadow Market

Sep202025

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Fox & the Bear album release

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Hannah Berner None of My Business Tour

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Whitney Cummings

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

Silver Screen Saturdays

Sep202025

Arts and Entertainment

NEON Public Art Tour: Celebrating Women’s Impact on Norfolk’s Arts Scene

Sep202025

Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

Sep202025

Sep272025

Arts and Entertainment

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

Sep212025

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Ain’t Misbehavin’ The “Fats” Waller Musical Show

Sep212025

Arts and Entertainment

James McMurtry (full band) with Betty Soo at The Annex

Sep212025

Arts and Entertainment

Sunday Night Sound Bath

Sep212025

Sep282025

Being On The Water

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Sep212025

Sports

Norfolk Tides vs. Jacksonville

Sep212025

Cuisine and Cocktails

Falling for Cocktails Mixology Class

Sep212025

Arts and Entertainment

Elizabeth River Run 10K and Mile

Sep232025

Arts and Entertainment

Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

Sep232025

Arts and Entertainment

Johnny Marr at The NorVa

Sep232025

Free

Screening of “Against the Current” at “Burden of the Beast”

Sep242025

Arts and Entertainment

Dying Fetus, Gates to Hell, Mugshot at The Annex

Sep252025

Event

Cherubs, Demons, Zen Coma at The Annex

Sep252025

Arts and Entertainment

Beach Yoga at 9th Bay Street

Sep252025

Arts and Entertainment

Yoga at 9th Bay Beach

Sep252025

Arts and Entertainment

Fortune Feimster

Sep252025

Sep262025

Cuisine and Cocktails

Falling for Cocktails Mixology Class

Sep252025

Event

STEM on Tap

Sep262025

Arts and Entertainment

Zoovies

Sep262025

Oct122025

Arts and Entertainment

Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage at the Generic Theater

Sep262025

Arts and Entertainment

Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

Sep262025

Event

One Hour – Three Acts – #NoFilter

Sep262025

Being On The Water

Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

Sep262025

Event

An evening with the music of Ween (tribute)

Sep262025

Sep282025

Arts and Entertainment

CaribFest 2025

Sep262025

Event

Zoovies: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Sep262025

Arts and Entertainment

Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

Sep262025

Arts and Entertainment

The Drop feat. WUKI

Sep272025

Arts and Entertainment

Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

Sep272025

Sep282025

Arts and Entertainment

2025 Book Exchange Charity Sale

Sep272025

Arts and Entertainment

Aretha: A Tribute featuring Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw

Sep272025

Arts and Entertainment

NXWORRIES at The NorVa

Sep272025

Event

Yoga at the Plot, Bhav Brigade

Sep272025

Event

Grant Austin Taylor at Just Birdies Sports Bar & Simulators

Sep272025

Arts and Entertainment

LGBTQ+ History: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

Sep282025

Cuisine and Cocktails

Falling for Cocktails Mixology Class

Sep282025

Arts and Entertainment

The Monarch Mile

Sep282025

Arts and Entertainment

Maddox Batson

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