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Norfolk partners have come together to create wonderful packages to make planning your tour easier!

Bingo Cruise

Expires dec. 12, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

Specialty cruises are back! Get on board with BINGO! On select Wednesdays, gather your friends for bingo and trivia games. Group rates are available for 20 or more.

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper and (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com. Select Wednesdays, noon to 2 p.m. – May 8, June 19, July 17, Aug. 14, Sept. 18, Oct. 23, Dec. 11 – Holiday Trivia.

Gospel Cruise

Expires Oct. 27, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

Let your soul sing while you cruise Norfolk on a glorious day of song and worship, with an all-you-can-eat buffet. Perfect for faith-based organizations, ministry events, fundraisers, fellowship and more!

Group rates available for groups of 20 or more. For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Dates are April 27, June 15, July 27, Aug. 24, Sept. 21 and Oct. 26, 2024.

Two for the Sea

Expires Dec. 1, 2024
Victory Rover, Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin
@rovercruises, Instagram

Enjoy admission to Nauticus, a tour of the Battleship Wisconsin and a two-hour Norfolk Naval Base Cruise aboard the Victory Rover for one low price. Boxed lunches are available.

What’s included: Cruise aboard the Victory Rover Naval Base Cruise and admission to Battleship Wisconsin and Nauticus. Blackout dates and cruises can apply. Packages available for groups of 15 or more. For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

2024 Virginia International Tattoo and Parade of Nations Combo Ticket

Expires April 21, 2024
Virginia Arts Festival

Saturday morning, April 22, 2024, during the Virginia International Tattoo weekend, the Norfolk NATO Festival is proud to present its annual Parade of Nations — the longest continuously running parade in Coastal Virginia and the only parade in the United States honoring NATO. The parade consists of more than 100 units with local and visiting high school bands, U.S. and international military bands and colorful floats representing each of the NATO member nations.

Group tour operators can reserve front parade seats along the parade route in conjunction with Virginia International TATTOO tickets. Group rates are available for groups of 10 and more. For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Student Group Packages

High School Celebration Cruises

Expires Dec. 31, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk provides a safe, contained environment with unbeatable skyline views serving as a backdrop for the perfect photo opportunities so teen students can have fun and share an unforgettable experience. DJ and dance floor keep the party going from start to finish. Perfect for proms, post proms, ring dances, clubs and sports banquets. Packages include the following:

  • DJ entertainment and dancing
  • Dinner buffet menu
  • Unlimited juice and soda package

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Field Trip Lunch Cruise

Expires Dec. 31, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk takes young students on a tour of the Elizabeth River and the iconic Atlantic Fleet. The unforgettable skyline views not only offer great educational value but also the chance to have fun on the water. Cruises board at 11:30 a.m., cruise from noon to 2 p.m. and include the following:

  • Kid-friendly menu 
  • DJ entertainment 
  • Educational narration 
  • Unlimited juice and soda package  
  • SOL compliant 
  • Chaperones cruise free

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Kids Discover Cruise

Expires Dec. 31, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk takes young students on a tour of the Elizabeth River and the iconic Atlantic Fleet. The unforgettable skyline views not only offer great educational value but also the chance to have fun on the water. Cruises board at 11:30 a.m., cruise from noon to 2 p.m. and include the following:

  • Kid-friendly menu 
  • Entertainment
  • Hands-on education program 
  • Unlimited juice and soda package 
  • SOL compliant 
  • Chaperones cruise free

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Student Celebrations: 5th to 8th grade

Expires Dec. 31, 2024
City Cruises Norfolk
Courtesy of City Cruises Norfolk

Student celebrations for elementary and middle schools can plan graduations with City Cruises Norfolk. Whether it’s 5th or 8th grade, celebrate the end of the year on the water. Choose from a breakfast, lunch or dinner cruise. 

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Rover Field Trips for Students

Expires Dec. 1, 2024
American Rover
Courtesy of Jennifer Collins Photography for VisitNorfolk

The American Rover offers 1.5 and 2-hour educational cruises departing from Norfolk’s Waterside Marina. Hands-on activities enable students to become active participants in the learning adventure. On board, students will have the opportunity to set the sails, learn to tie basic knots, hear about the history of ships and sailing and take a turn at the helm while the captain discusses the tools they use to navigate.

Students can participate in the following activities:

  • Set the sails
  • Steer the ship
  • Learn how the captain navigates
  • Hear stories of mariner history and life
  • Tie sailor knots
  • Interact in group activities
  • Learn the history of ships and sailing

Blackout dates and cruises can apply. Minimum 60 passengers; maximum 120 passengers. Available April through November. For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Student Party Cruise

Expires Dec. 1, 2024
American Rover
@rovercruises, Instagram

Dance the night away while cruising the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and Norfolk Harbor. This two-hour cruise includes music provided by a DJ. Meal options are available.

  • 50-person minimum Sunday-Thursday
  • 80-person minimum Friday and Saturday
  • 128-person maximum

For more information on tour suggestions and customizing your tour, please contact Melissa Hopper at (757) 403-5802 or mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

Events

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Bark in the Park with Friends of NACC

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Ghent Farmers Market

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Summer Art Camp

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Children’s Museum of VA- Membership Swap

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Dinosaurs of Antarctica

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Frankenstein | Core Theatre Ensemble

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Affirm: A Juried National Exhibition of Artworks from the LGBTQIA+ Community

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Gilded: A National Juried Exhibition of Artworks that Incorporate Gilded Elements

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Frankenstein- Core Theatre Ensemble

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Downtown Norfolk Community Garden Power Hour

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Bike Nights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Live Music Patio Series at Just Birdies

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15th Anniversary Sunsets on the River Summer Concert Series

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Harborfest Fireworks

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Tours of Elizabeth River Project’s Ryan Resilience Lab

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Carved Couture Exhibition Opening

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NEW! Critter Club June Series

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Disney Trivia at COVA

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d’Art Pottery Camp

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Kick the Keg at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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STL Book Club || Project Hail Mary: A Novel by Andy Weir

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Wine Down Wednesday

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Virginia Arts Festival Chamber Players with Olga Kern

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Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Landscaping

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Chris’s Pub Trivia

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Snake Mountain Revival, Toward Space, Box Factory at The Annex

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The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program

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Conference on R.E.S.T. (Racial Equity and Social Transformation)

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Naro Summer Kids Series: The Sandlot!

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Family Twilight Trek- Cicadas

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Norfolk Tides vs. Nashville Sounds

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June Member Exclusive: Flower Fun

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Five Dollar Thursdays presents: Attack of the Rookies

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UniverSoul Circus

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Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

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Bad Suns

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Fairy & Gnome Summer Homes

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Intro to Sketching Workshop with Jenn Hilliard

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Work from Downtown: Remote Control

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Sound Phones at Nauticus

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Community Engagement Street Team at Hunter’s Square

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Norfolk Kick Back (June)

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Two-Wheel Thursday at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Norfolk Tides vs. Nashville Sounds

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Family Twilight Trek-Fireflies

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Friday Night Live Musci at COVA

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Glitches in Reality

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Pub Science Night: Tracking Health on the Elizabeth River Through Creatures Great and Small

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Fake Happy: A Tribute to Paramore

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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The State of the Elizabeth River: Tracking Progress from Fish to Oysters

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Spice Blend Class

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Secrets of the Sea

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The Last Battleship

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Norfolk Tides vs. Nashville Sounds

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Wish You Were Here: A Solo Exhibition by Derek Munn

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Soul Painting: Getting Out of Your Head & Into Your Heart

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Open Mic Night at Makers Craft Brewery with Vanessa Rodriguez

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Sound Phones at Nauticus

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Improv Tales! Wild Stories. Crazy Comedy

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Fun Night Out: Mini Golf

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Golden Slippers – Ultimate Diva Showdown

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NEON Art Tour: Honoring Black Artists in Norfolk’s Arts District

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Flag Day Ceremony

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Penelope Road at The Annex

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Juneteenth in the Park

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Aloha to Summer Luau

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Jr Garden Artists: Father’s Day Mugs

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Juneteenth Norfolk

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muni-muni Market

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Storybook Tea Party at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

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Virginia Poké Fest

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Norfolk Tides vs. Nashville Sounds

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Church Street Jazz Series Malcolm Jamal Warner Band

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Pride Night- Virginia Zoo

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Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

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Soiree Des Artists

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Second Saturday Stand-up Comedy

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The Unusual Suspects: A Wild Murder Mystery

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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River Life Uncovered: Walking tour with VIMS

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East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Father’s Day Afternoon Sail

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Father’s Day Dining Cruises

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Tour de ORF

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Free Father’s Day Train Rides

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Moneybagg Yo

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Father’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise

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Father’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise

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Father’s Day Bacon & Rib Fest at Hanks

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Industry Night at COVA

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Grill & Chill Daddy – O! Father’s Day Pairing Flights with Crop Circle Gourmet

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Norfolk Tides vs. Nashville Sounds

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Run Your Best Mile

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Pub Quiz

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Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Pop-Up Art Show Closing Reception: Expressive Arts for Veterans

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

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Free Mat Pilates Class at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Chesapeake Public Schools High School Graduation

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Diva Bleach, 5ever, lolitslea, Ringpop! – Free Hugs Tour 2025 at The Annex!

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Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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Spend the Summer at Nauticus

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Boots, Brews & Tunes Fundraiser at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Drayton Farley at The Annex

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Bingo Silver Series Cruise

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Juneteenth Trivia Night

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Dinosaurs in the Garden

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Latin Night with DJ Xtreme

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Volunteer Litter Cleanup

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Topdog/Underdog- Norfolk State University Theater Company

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Wild Tykes at The Virginia Zoo

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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The Jam: Pride-Teenth!

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RnB Block Party

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RnB Block Party

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First Look at Korea Live Q&A

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Pride Block Party: Neon Dreams

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I fight Vampires EP release w/ Warrington, Infinite Bliss, Cosmic Strain, Blvckhndz at The Annex

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Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

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Fins on the Fantail at Nauticus

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Mister Showtime

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Norfolk Drag Brunch Cruise

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Sam Barber

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Unlocking Homeownership, Wealth & Legacy Protection

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African American History Tour on the ERT

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The Watch, Shagwuf, rockstarkiller, Nightwalks, Lil at The Annex

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Cam Girl, Lifeline, No Agenda, Drunk Actually at The Annex

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Member Mornings at the Virginia Zoo

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Sail Voyagers

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Norfolk Tides vs. Gwinnett Stripers

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Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Group Tour Restaurants

Freemason Abbey serves the most delicious She Crab soup, Doumars serves you warm freshly made waffle cones, Stripers has stunning water views of the Elizabeth River and the best part of it all, your large group can dine here without hassle! These restaurants are accommodating to group sizes ranging from 20 people to upwards of 500 people. Contact Mel Hopper for further information at mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com.

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80/20 Burger Bar

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The Dining Room at Norfolk Waterside Marriott

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456 Fish

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Black Tuna Bar & Grille

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Blue Moon Taphouse

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Guides & Itineraries

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Big group or small, Norfolk has everything you need to bring your tour plans together.

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