Multicultural Experiences

Norfolk celebrates the rich ethnic diversity of its population with sights, sounds, attractions and special events that pay tribute to the city’s long multicultural heritage.

African American History in Norfolk

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Events

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

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Norview Paradise Party

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Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

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Early Days: Indigenous Art from the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Tidewater Blues Monday Night Blues Dancing

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Mosaic Academy Norfolk

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Senior’s Steelpan Class

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Downtown Norfolk Active Adults Steelpan Class

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Signature Mid-Day Lunch Cruise

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Norfolk Meet your Princess Lunch Cruise

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Lucky Daye

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The Latest

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

August 2024 Events Guide

Norfolk has an amazing lineup of events for August 2024! From festivals, summer camps, sports games, food events…
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There’s More to Alma Thomas Than Colorful Abstractions, an Eclectic Show of the Artist’s Marionettes, Still Lifes, and Other Work Proves

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April 2023 Events Guide

Spring is officially here, and with it comes a fresh season of events! Take the opportunity to experience Virginia Arts…
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Virginia Arts Festival Announces Largest International Cast to Date for VA International Tattoo This Spring

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History of Norfolk’s Attucks Theatre

Originally known as the “Apollo of the South,” the Attucks Theatre is a historical icon in…
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Wander Around Neon and Mermaids in This East Coast Waterfront City

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38th Annual Norfolk Jazz Festival Was Masked And Jammin’ With Talent

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Chrysler Museum receives $225K to explore Black artist’s work in post-independence Nigeria

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Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

Yendidi Restaurant

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Yummy Wok

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Grace O’Malley’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Crudo Nudo

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Colley Cantina

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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.

Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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City Guide

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Activities for Small Meeting and Professional Groups

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