Arts AND Entertainment
Norfolk’s thriving arts community will welcome you into their studios, galleries, and performance venues. From the working artists’ studios, to the beautiful Tiffany glass collection at the Chrysler Museum of Art, to live performances at the Harrison Opera house, Chrysler Hall, Wells Theatre, historic Attucks Theatre, Generic Theatre or NARO Expanded Cinema, you’ll find a multitude of opportunities to enrich your creative spirit.
Events
Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.
Got Wax?: A Juried National Exhibition of Artworks Created with Cold & Hot Wax Processes
Learn MoreNSA Lecture: Reconstructing the Ludwig and Rosy Fischer Collection of German Expressionism at VMFA
Learn MoreGoode Works on Paper Drop-in Hours: Celebrate Black History Month, Kwame Brathwaite
Learn MoreThe Latest
Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.
A Locals’ Guide to St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Norfolk this year? Well, you’re in luck. (Get it?) We have some…
Festivals in Norfolk
Norfolk plays host to plenty of extraordinary festivals and special events, providing entertaining and culturally enriched…
Woman-Owned Businesses in Norfolk, VA
Supporting women-owned businesses is important, not just during Women’s History Month but…
Your Guide to Norfolk Mermaids
The idea for Norfolk’s collection of mermaids began in 1999 with Norfolk attorney Peter Decker…
A Weekend in Downtown Norfolk
Downtown Norfolk is the perfect destination for a fun-filled weekend. It’s got with never-ending historic…
Recently Opened in Norfolk
Because Norfolk is always evolving and changing, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on all the new talented…
Date Night on Colley Avenue
Colley Avenue, starting in Norfolk’s Ghent neighborhood and expanding all the way to Larchmont, is the…
Romantic Getaway to Norfolk
Escape to Norfolk for a romantic getaway to experience waterfront sunsets, unforgettable cuisine and friendly…
Restaurants
You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.
Guides & Itineraries
Looking for a little help or inspiration? Use Norfolk’s curated city guides and itineraries to get the most out of your time in our city.
