COMMUNITY EVENTS / FESTIVALS
Now thru May - Bike Nights, Norfolk Botanical Garden, Mon/Wed/Thu 4 - 7:00 pm, 6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk. Bring your bikes, helmets and family or friends out to Norfolk Botanical Garden and pedal through the petals. Norfolk Botanical Garden is home to 12 miles of pedestrian pathways. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. they are open to bikers! Regular Garden admission applies.
Now thru Jul 26 - 'Above the Fold' Exhibit, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk. See the Hermitage completely transformed for our spring exhibit. Wander through the various rooms of the Sloane mansion to discover innovative origami from nine internationally-acclaimed artists.
Thu, May 21 - Third Thursday, Chrysler Museum of Art, 5 - 10:00 pm, One Memorial Place, Norfolk. At the Museum, it's Sushi & Sake at 6 pm, learn how to roll up your rice from Head Chef Chris Boehme of Wisteria by Cuisine & Company and pick up a sushi sample and some great recipes to try at home. The cash bar includes a sake tasting option and Members can enjoy dining discounts at Wisteria, which offers special Japanese-themed entrees this evening. Then at 6:30 pm, explore Gifts From Japan with Colin Brady, Asian art expert and Hermitage Museum Chief Curator, and Alex Mann, the Chrysler's Brock Curator of American Art, as they illustrate what makes the exhibition's Shin-Hanga prints both traditional and modern. At the Glass Studio, starting at 7 pm, New York City-based glass artist Christopher Duffy presents a Descending Pitch to the indie-flavored rock of the Brooklyn band, Eaters.
Thu, May 21 - 3rd Thursday at Jesters Gallery Shop: Featuring Linda Bunch, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, 110 W. Finney Avenue, Suffolk. Free. Join us in the Jester's Gallery Shop at the Suffolk Center to meet our resident artist, Linda Bunch. www.suffolkcenter.org | Registration: 757.923.0003
Thu, May 21 - Red Sails and Ales, American Rover, Town Point Park, 6:30 pm, Waterside Drive, Downtown Norfolk. Join us the third Thursday of every month for a craft beer tasting. A representative from the Smartmouth Brewing will be on board to discuss the brewing process while you enjoy a smooth sunset cruise under sail on the Elizabeth River. A barbecue dinner from Beach Bully and live music by our ship's musician are also included. $40 per person (Ages 21 and up)
Thu-Mon, May 21-25 - Mexican Tall Ship Visit, Town Point Park, Thu 1-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 10:00 am - 8:00 pm, Mon Ship Departs, Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The CUAUHTEMOC, commissioned under the Mexican Navy, sails with 55 officers, 74 cadets and 120 enlisted crew members. Launched in July 1982, the vessel is 270 ft. with her homeport in Acapulco, Mexico. The CUAUHTEMOC serves Mexico as the training vessel for the Mexican Navy, a role she has fulfilled for more than twenty years. She participates in worldwide tall ship events while teaching the essential elements of seamanship and navigation, taking more than one hundred cadets to sea for each of its cruises. The program helps develop individual leadership skills and teambuilding skills while at sea.
Fri, May 22 - Great Dismal Swamp Safari, Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm, Suffolk. $10 adults; $8 seniors (60+), military, and children ages 3-12.The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolk's most popular attractions, fills up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing is the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot.
Fri, May 22 - 4th Annual Caffeine Commandos Golf Tournament, Nansemond River Golf Club, 12:00 pm, 1000 Hillpoint Boulevard, Suffolk. Registration Fees: Individual - $105; Team of 4 - $420. The Caffeine Commandos is a group of dedicated Smucker's employees that have formed a long standing team that supports the American Cancer Society's yearly Relay for Life Event. Each year fundraising is done in support of the 12 hour walk. The Smucker's Caffeine Commandos strive to provide support for the local American Cancer Society. chanel.king@jmsmucker.com | 757.538.5631 Fax | Call 757-538-5664 for further information. http://www.suffolk-fun.com/download_file/view/10338/310/3046/3046/
Fri, May 22 - Ranger Walk with FREE Native Seeds Just for Kids, Paradise Creek Nature Park, 3:00 pm, 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth. Join our Education Ranger for a behind the scenes tour of the park in spring. Learn insider facts, bring your binoculars to spy on spring wildlife, and have your nature questions answered by our ranger. Bring home native seeds to begin your own wildflower garden. Suitable for adults and children. Free - Registration required: 757-399-7487
Fri, May 22 - Kam Cares Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction, Harrison Opera House, 7:00 pm, 160 East Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk. The Kam Cares Foundation increases awareness and builds funds for 501c3 organizations in Kam's hometown of Hampton Roads, Va. his team's home in Seattle, Wash., and across the globe. The foundation supports organizations that serve children from single parent homes and lower socio-economic backgrounds. www.sevenvenues.com%2Fevents%2Fdetail%2Fkam-cares-cocktail-reception-silent-auction
Fri/Sat, May 22/23 - Ghost Walk: Shipwrecks & Ghostlore, The Old Coast Guard Station, 7:00 pm, 24th Street on the Boardwalk, Virginia Beach. Join a costumed interpreter as they bring to life true accounts and local legends of shipwrecks, ghosts, pirates and witches. Tours last 60-90 minutes. Tickets $12 Adult, $5 Child (ages 6-15). Reservations appreciated. Contact the museum Program Director at 757.422.1587
Fri-Sun, May 22-24 - 25th Annual Umoja Festival, nTelos Wireless Pavilion, 16 Crawford Cir, Portsmouth. Umoja means unity and this three-day festival presents the rich heritage of African cultural and the manner in which it weaves into our national tapestry. Visitors are introduced to the continent through art, music and entertainment, demonstrations and food. From the Opening Ceremonies and The Permission of the Elders Ceremony, to the closing Umoja stage performance, this celebration is a family event that will appeal to all ages. Events and activities free, except for Saturday nTelos Wireless Pavilion concert, and open to the public. For more information please call 757-393-5111 | http://umojafestportsmouth.com/event-schedule/
Fri-Mon, May 22-25 - 16th Annual NHSCA National Duals, Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach. The National Duals is wrestled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. This is an opportunity to determine the best club/state teams in the country for the Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions. The National Wrestling Duals is the largest dual meet team event in the history of scholastic wrestling. Last year, 187 teams, with over 3,000 individual wrestlers representing 14 states competed in this event. It is an honor to represent your club or state and compete in "The Battle at the Beach". State Champions will go through this event and not be undefeated! The competition is intense. Participants from the top 4 place finishing teams will be officially declared All-American Team Members. http://www.nhsca.com/events/event_details.asp?id=588362#Event Details
Fri-Mon, May 22-25 - Virginia Memorial Day Cluster All-Breed Dog Show, Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton. Over 1500 dogs will compete. In addition to the dog show there will be vendors, breeder information and special guided tours. $5/adults, $3 military and seniors, Free for children under 2 and active military. 757-775-5144 | http://www.langleykennelclub.org/EventsUpcoming.html
Sat, May 23 - 35th Annual Elizabeth River Run & Children's Museum Fun Run, nTelos Wireless Pavilion, 7:30 am, 16 Crawford Cir, Portsmouth. Join the Tidewater Striders Club and the Portsmouth Museums Foundation for a 10K race, a one mile race and a fun run on the course that traverses Historic Olde Towne and the Elizabeth River waterfront. Enjoy post-race festivities. http://www.err.TidewaterStriders.com
Sat, May 23 - Raptor Rehab, Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve, 10:00 am, 4510 Twin Pines Rd, Portsmouth. Local wildlife rehabilitators from Sacred Friends Wildlife Rehabilitation will lead a discussion about raptors and their rehabilitation. The program will feature rehabilitated re-tailed hawks whose stores education the public about the natural and man-made dangers that wild birds encounter. $5 for nonmembers, free for members. http://www.hofflercreek.org/
Sat, May 23 - Kids Fishing, Sandy Bottom Nature Park, 10 - 11:00 am, 1255 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton. Learn the basics of fishing, the different types of bait and how to bait your own hook. Fishing techniques and secrets to catch a big fish will be taught. An adult MUST accompany all children. Bring your favorite fishing pole or use one of ours. Ages 3-15 years old. Meet at the Nature Center. $2.00 per child. For more information and to register call the Nature Center at 757-825-4657.
Sat, May 23 - Contraband Commemoration Living History Tours, Fort Monroe, Tours at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm, rain or shine, Cannon Park, Hampton. Follow the presumed footsteps of freedom seekers at Fort Monroe and their contributions to the Civil War effort and the ending of slavery.www.fmauthority.com
Sat, May 23 - Go Local 757 Craft Beer Fest, Chelsea/Ghent, 2:00 pm, starts at Smartmouth Brewing, Norfolk. The Go Local Craft Beer Fest begins at 2pm at Smartmouth on Saturday, May 23rd and will conclude with a finale party at O'Connor Brewing Co at 7pm, with music by The Janks. Participating restaurants in Chelsea and Ghent will be offering beer tastings of various Smartmouth and O'Connor Beers at various times throughout the day. https://www.facebook.com/events/984053558273659/
Sat, May 23 - Ranger Stations - Birding, Paradise Creek Nature Park, 2:00 pm, 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth. Have a question for our Ranger? Stop by between the hours listed for more information about the park and borrow supplies to explore the parks wildlife on your own. Explore something new each week. Great for families and children. Free - 757-399-7487 | http://www.paradisecreeknaturepark.com
Sat, May 23 - Kids Arts Palooza, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 2 - 5:00 pm, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. Come celebrate the arts with the whole family! Kids Arts Palooza provides local children and their families the opportunity to interact with the various forms of the arts in a relaxed, fun, and inquisitive environment: .Join the exclusive Pirate Power Hour from 1-2 pm for just $10 and receive early admission 1 hour before the general public, first access to all vendors, crafts, and attractions and Sandler Center goodie bag. .Event is $5 per child (ages 2-14) , Kids under 2 are Free. .Live Main Stage Entertainment "Treasure Island". .Strollers need to be checked at the complimentary coat check. For more information, please visit: http://www.sandlercenter.org/?
Sat, May 23 - Virginia Aquarium Family Great Adventure Series: Fire Academy, On the beach at 27th Street, 6:00 pm, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Families will take part in interactive adventures themed to popular movies. The adventure might lead you to various sites along the boardwalk or beach to unravel a mystery. Sometimes the adventure involves games and contests right on the beach. Dress up as your favorite character from the movies, compete for one of our trophies, and then settle into the sand for a family-friendly movie presented on a giant inflatable screen! Family interactive adventure starts at 6 pm, and then the Movie: "Planes: Fire & Rescue, shows on the beach at 8:30 pm. All Family Great Adventures are free and everyone who participates gets a medal! - See more at: http://www.beachstreetusa.com/festivals/virginia-aquarium-family-great-adventure-series#sthash.XPMh9iuf.dpuf
Sat, May 23 - Downtown Hampton Block Party, 6 - 11:00 pm, East Queens Way between Wine and King Streets, Hampton. Free and open to the public. Come early and bring a chair then make your way to one of the dining establishments along Queens Way for some dinner before the party starts. Free parking can be found on the street and in multiple surface lots. There is a public parking garage at the corner of Settlers Landing Road & Old Hampton Lane. Live Music by 'The Fuzz Band', w/ 'Myra Smith Experience'. www.hamptonblockparty.com
Sat/Sun, May 23/24 - Civil War Weekend, Yorktown Battlefield, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 1000 Colonial Parkway, Yorktown. Tactical demonstrations, encampments, and a Confederate field hospital interpret the role Yorktown played during the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. On Sunday, special Memorial ceremonies will take place at the Yorktown National Cemetery and Confederate Cemetery. Admission. 757.898.2410
Sat-Mon, May 23-25 - Riverwalk Landing Celebrates 10 year Anniversary, Water Street, Yorktown. Come celebrate our 10th Anniversary of Riverwalk Landing this weekend. Various businesses & community happenings throughout Memorial Day weekend. Free. 757.890.3500
Sat-Mon, May 23-25 - Billabong presents the Coastal Edge Steel Pier Classic & Surf Art Expo for Surfing, 5K & 10K Race, Virginia Beach Oceanfront. More info at www.steelpierclassic.com
Sat, May 23 thru Jul 26 - Frank Lloyd Wright's Samara, Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, 400 High Street, Portsmouth. The Samara house, also known as John E. Christian House, was built between 1954 and 1956 in West Lafayette, Indiana. The exhibition explores the creation of a Wright house through the eyes of a client who spent more than fifty years fulfilling the renowned architect's Usonian vision. Wright used the term "organic" to convey his belief that every feature of the house, from the structure, to the interior, to the smallest details and objects, should be as one, expressive of a single idea.
Sun, May 24 - Sunday Funday Featuring Eat the Streets 757 Food Trucks, Mount Trashmore Park, 12 - 3:00 pm, 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach. Gather your family and friends for some laid-back fun at Mount Trashmore Park! Games and activities for all ages! Bring blankets and beach chairs to get comfortable while enjoying music and delicious foods available for purchase from the Eat the Streets 757 Food Trucks.
Sun, May 24 - Contraband Commemoration Ceremony, Cannon Park, 7:30 pm, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Commemorate the 154 anniversary of three enslaved men, Frank Baker, James Townsend, and Sheppard Mallory seeking freedom behind Union lines at Fort Monroe. The ceremony will conclude with choral song and a candlelight procession and vigil.
Mon, May 25 - 131st Annual Portsmouth Memorial Day Parade, 10:00 am, High Street, Olde Towne Portsmouth. A Portsmouth tradition since 1884. Annually, the Memorial Day Parade salutes the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the United States Armed Forces and celebrates Portsmouth's proud military heritage. This year's parade will include floats, marching band units, armed forces units, lots of excitement and much more. For more information call the Department of Marketing, Entertainment and Tourism at 757-393-5143.
Mon, May 25 - Come Sea History, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, 10:00 am, 2 High Street, Portsmouth. Commemorate Memorial Day by delving into history. Join in on Civil War period U.S. Navy living history displays and demonstrations with the Tidewater Maritime Living History Association. Chat with historian and Naval Shipyard archivist Marcus Robbins about his collection of Norfolk Naval Shipyard ephemera and memorabilia. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and the Lightship Portsmouth Museum are Blue Star Museums, offering free admission to active military personnel and their families from Memorial Day to Labor Day! http://www.portsmouthnavalshipyardmuseum.com
Mon, May 25 - Norfolk Dedicates Trail of Honor during Memorial Day Ceremony, 10:00 am, Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin, One Waterside Drive, Norfolk. Norfolk will honor the ultimate sacrifice of military men and women during its annual Memorial Day Ceremony. The ceremony will take place at Wisconsin Square, adjacent to the Lone Sailor statue. As part of the ceremony, the city will dedicate the Norfolk Trail of Honor, nine plaques featuring the names of Norfolk service members who received the Medal of Honor. Plaques include Medal of Honor recipients from the Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, World War II and Vietnam. Included among the names is the first African-American, SGT William Carney, to earn the Medal of Honor and PFC Jacklyn "Jack" Lucas, the youngest Marine ever, to receive the award. The ceremony is hosted by Mayor Paul D. Fraim, members of Norfolk City Council and members of the Veterans Affairs Commission. Thelma Drake is the featured speaker.
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Observance, Hampton National Cemetery, 10:00 pm, Cemetery Road, Hampton. For more information, contact Wendy N. Thomson, Hampton National Cemetery, 757.723.7104 or wendy.thomson@va.gov.
Mon, May 25 - Grace Episcopal Church Memorial Day Ceremony, 10 - 11:00 am, Historic Grace Episcopal Church, 111 Church Street, Yorktown. After some brief remarks, prayers, and playing of "Taps" we will replace the flags of over 75 know veteran's graves. Including the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World Wars 1 & 2, Korea, Cold War, and Vietnam with " Honors." Free. For more information please call 757-898-3261
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Service & Picnic at Calvary Cemetery, 10:30 -?11:30 am, 1600 St. Julian Avenue, Norfolk. "The Importance of Remembering the Forgotten" Guest Speaker: Robert C. Watson, Assistant Professor of History & Assistant to the Dean of the School of Liberal Arts at Hampton University. Flag Raising Ceremony & Veterans Roll Call presented by Boy Scout Troops 180 & 628 & Cub Scout Packs 180 & 28. Service takes place at the Calvary Cemetery Veterans Lot. To get to the Veterans Lot, drive through the 2nd entrance to the cemetery by the office & go straight. You can't miss it. Service followed by a free Memorial Day hot dog roast for all who RSVP courtesy of the Norfolk Society for Cemetery Conservation. RSVP REQUIRED IF YOU PLAN TO STAY FOR THE HOT DOG ROAST by Monday, May 18th. Call 757-510-5879 or email Cemeteries@Norfolk.gov. All ages welcome.
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Service, Forest Lawn Cemetery, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, 8100 Granby Street, Norfolk. Service takes place at the 111th Field Artillery Battalion & 29th Infantry Division Monument. To get to the monument, make a right after entering the Forest Lawn Cemetery main gate (next to the office). You can't miss it from there. Presented by Post 5 of the 29th Division Association & the Norfolk Bureau of Cemeteries. Guest Speaker: John Lane, Commander, Post 5, 29th Infantry Division Association. No RSVP required. All ages welcome. Free & open to the public. Questions? Contact Bobette Nelson at 757-510-5879 or Cemeteries@Norfolk.gov
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Ceremony, Chesapeake City Hall, 11:00 am, 306 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Hampton National Cemetery is on the campus of Hampton University.
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Ceremony at York Hall, 12:00 pm, 301 Main Street, Yorktown. Includes the posting of colors, historical re-enactors, a guest speaker, and the placing of flowers. Free. 757.890.3500
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Ceremony, Tidewater Veterans Memorial Park, 12 - 1:00 pm, Jefferson Ave. and 19th Street, across from the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The annual Memorial Day Ceremony, sponsored by the Mayor's Veterans Committee is held to honor and pay tribute to the men and women of the armed forces, "who gave their all." The 2015 keynote speaker is Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (AW/NAC) Mike D. Stevens. This event is free and open to the public. Military personnel, their families and all citizens are invited to participate. Citizens who would like to place an American flag (provided) around the base of the memorial are encouraged to arrive before the ceremony. The flags will remain in place for one week.
Mon, May 25 - Memorial Day Celebration with the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band, City Center at Oyster Point, 5 - 9:00 pm, 700 Town Center Drive, Newport News. Come out and enjoy great food and the best of Americana music played by an extraordinary ensemble of musicians as you celebrate this proud holiday.
Tue, May 26 - Fit & Fab Day at the Fountain, Peninsula Town Center, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Town Square, Hampton. Presented by: Bonfire Magazine & Tidewater Physical Therapy. Every Tuesday thru June 23rd. (FREE & OPEN TO PUBLIC) Featuring: Workouts sessions by Tidewater Physical Therapy Performance Centers, Healthy cooking demonstrations, Merchant vendors, Music to get hearts racing, & more. PLUS! A Weekly Workout Wear Walkway Show- Fit & Fab Day will hold a fashion preview every Tuesday featuring the latest in workout wear from PTC merchants.
Tue, May 26 - MOCA Nights with Eats the Streets 757 & Bonfire Magazine, Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, 5 - 9:00 pm, 2200 Parks Avenue, Virginia Beach. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month, when the Museum is open from 5-9pm with FREE admission. Each MOCA NIGHT offers different experiences for visitors including open-mic performances, conversations gallery tours led by educators, hands-on art-making, grown-up scavenger hunts and a cash bar in our Atrium. MOCA Nights now features a 757 Eat the Streets Food Truck Rodeo and event sponsor Bonfire Magazine who will bring live music and other community partners to "celebrate living a full and rich life in Hampton Roads." Come share your words, thoughts and music to inspire in an open and supportive environment. Open Mic Sign-up starts at 6:30pm or in advance on the Facebook event page.
Wed, May 27 - "STOP: Think About the Consequences" Workshop, Camelot Community Center, 4 - 5:30 pm, 948 King Arthur Drive, Chesapeake. This free workshop is part of the Chesapeake Commonwealth's Attorney's "Traveling the Road to Success" series for kids and teens. For more information call 382-3200.
Wed, May 27 thru Aug 16 - MOCA Blue Star Museum, Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, 2200 Parks Avenue, Virginia Beach. In partnership with the National Blue Star Museums program, MOCA will offer FREE ADMISSION to all military and their families Memorial Day* through Labor Day*. Must show military ID. *MOCA's summer exhibitions are on view May 26-August 16, 2015.
Thu, May 28 - Artist Gallery Reception: ODU Student Art Exhibition, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. Student selectees for the 2015 Old Dominion University Undergraduate Research Symposium will have their work featured as part of the Sandler Center rotating gallery from May 20 - July 30, 2015. Areas represented in the exhibition include drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture and graphic design. The reception is made possible in part by a generous gift from Tom and Juanita Felton to the Sandler Center Foundation. For more information, please visit http://www.sandlercenter.org/index/events/id/1027?
Thu-Sun, May 28-31 - Newport News Greek Festival - Spring Edition, Thu-Sat 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Sun 12 - 6:00 pm, 60 Traverse Road, Newport News. The tradition of the Newport News Greek Festival continues! Enjoy authentic Greek food, pastries, music, dance and entertainment. Free admission; items for sale.
Fri, May 29 - Color the Town, Peninsula Town Center, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hampton. Peninsula Town Center welcomes the public to celebrate with live entertainment featuring music from Fine Swiss Cheese in Town Square, strolling Dixieland from 504 Supreme, dancers and performers throughout the center and an amazing Moon Glow presentation with tethered hot air balloon rides courtesy of Star Ballooning.
Fri, May 29 - Steampunk: Visions of Futures Past Opening Celebration, Hampton History Museum, 6 - 8:00 pm, 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. Celebrate in a fantastical style the sights and sounds of an alternative steam-powered past with music from the Framers and Outer Loop, magical merriment from William the Conjurer, exotic dances of the Orient with Wicked Hips, other side-show amusements and fun abounds. Beer and wine is available for purchase from La Bodega Hampton. Cost: $5. 757-727-1610
Fri, May 29 - Final Friday: Twilight Tour of Elmwood Cemetery, 7:00 pm, 238 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk. Stroll into the sunset at historic Elmwood Cemetery, est. 1853. This year's tour reveals the west side of Norfolk's most picturesque Victorian garden cemetery. Visit the heroes of the 1855 yellow fever epidemic. Learn about the fraternal organizations that served as cornerstones of 19th century society. See the final resting places of stalwart Confederate soldiers. Hear the tragic stories that inspired unforgettable memorial art while exploring the tenets of the Victorian observance of death. Join us. No RSVP required. One & one half hour walking tour. All are welcome. 757-510-5879
Fri, May 29 - Blackbeard Festival Grand Pirates' Ball, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 7 - 11:00 pm, 700 Settler's Landing Rd., Hampton. A re-creation of Blackbeard's party at Okracoke this event will feature a bounty of food, adult beverages, live music, and more. $35 in advance/$40 at the door. Tickets available at Parks & Recreation Office 5th floor or by calling 727-6348. http://www.blackbeardfestival.com/
Fri/Sat, May 29/30 - Ghost Walk: Shipwrecks & Ghostlore, The Old Coast Guard Station, 7:00 pm, 24th Street on the Boardwalk, Virginia Beach. Join a costumed interpreter as they bring to life true accounts and local legends of shipwrecks, ghosts, pirates and witches. Tours last 60-90 minutes. Tickets $12 Adult, $5 Child (ages 6-15). Reservations appreciated. Contact the museum Program Director at 757.422.1587
Fri-Sun, May 29-31 - Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. The Patriotic Festival: A Military Celebration to honor our armed forces personnel and their families. Three days of National Touring Artists Concerts, Military Expos and Displays. The Concerts will be at 5th Street and Oceanfront Friday and Saturday Evening and Sunday Afternoon. The Military Expo Village will showcase the mission, equipment and personnel through exhibits, demonstrations and displays on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 15th Street to 20th Street. All branches of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard will be participating. http://www.patrioticfestival.com/about-the-event/
Fri-Sun, May 29-31 - Virginia Xcel State Gymnastic Championships, Hampton Roads Convention Center, Fri 4 - 9:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am - 9:00 pm, 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton. The USA Gymnastics Xcel Program is a program offered as an alternative program for competitive gymnasts. Awards include division age group placement awards and division age group all-around awards. All of the gymnasts participating in the Virginia Xcel State Championship have qualified through a series of local competitions. Gymnasts vary in age, from 5 years-old to 19 years-old.
Fri-Sun, May 29-31 - The Patriot Running Festival, Fri 6:30 pm 5K Run/Walk, Sat 7:00 am 8K Run/Walk, Sun 7:00 am Half Marathon, Williamsburg. Events take place throughout downtown Williamsburg, the campus of the College of W & M, Colonial Williamsburg, and surrounding areas. The 5K on the campus of the College of William & Mary is the first leg of the weekend-long Patriot Running Festival. The 8K run/walk, beginning at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitors Center, winds through the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg and finishes in William and Mary's Zable Stadium. The half marathon, beginning at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitors Center, winds through the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg and takes runners down Route 60 to the Carter's Grove Country Road for a scenic yet challenging run before returning to the City of Williamsburg and the Historic Area, with a photo finish in William and Mary's Zable Stadium. (757) 880-8843 | http://www.runforachievabledream.com
Fri May 29 thru Jun 23 - Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival, 6 - 11:00 pm during the week, and 2 - 11:00 pm on the weekends, 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach. Rides, games and traditional state fair foods re all available at the Summer Carnival at Mount Trashmore Park. Located in the parking lot off Edwin Drive, the carnival is great for all ages and offers free admission and free parking. http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/parks-recreation/special-events/Pages/carnival.aspx
Sat, May 30 - Community Bike Ride from The Plot, 9:30 - 11:00 am, 776 Granby Street, Norfolk. Grab your bike and let's ride! This 6.4 mile ride will start and end at The Plot in Norfolk's Arts District. We'll travel throughout Ghent and Lambert's Point, taking in beautiful scenery and waterfront views of the Hague River. To register for the ride, click here. On-site registration and check-in will take place 30 minutes before the ride. https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eauzphcif3ea26ce&oseq=&c=&ch=
Sat, May 30 - Veterans Memorial Holiday Classic: Horseshoe Pitching Tournament, Sleepy Hole Park, 10:00 am, Suffolk. **There is a $20 entry fee. If you are not National Horseshoe Pitcher Association (NHPA) sanctioned, please call prior to event. For more information about NHPA, the tournament, or league schedules call (757) 717-4307.
Sat, May 30 - Tours of Historic Cedar Grove Cemetery, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, 238 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk. Join local historian Cheryl Copper for a walking tour of historic Cedar Grove Cemetery. Cedar Grove was established in 1825 & was Norfolk's first burial place without religious affiliation. It opened in 1825-though its use as a burial ground began much earlier. Find out how & why. Get the lay of the land more than 200 years ago. Tour lasts approximately one hour. $5 per person suggested donation benefits the Norfolk Society for Cemetery Conservation. Children 12 & under free. Follow signs to gathering area upon arrival to the cemetery. Free parking. No RSVP required. Questions? Call Cheryl at 757-621-3710.
Sat, May 30 - Day for People with disABILITIES at the Virginia Zoo, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk. Discover service providers and organizations that support individuals with disABILITIES. Norfolk Public Safety Expo, children's activities, Virginia Zoo Discovery carts and animal ambassador inflatables. 11:00 am Opening Ceremonies; 11:45 am "Mulan" selections by the Hurrah Players, 12:00 pm Musical performance by Chose Ministry, 12:15 pm Musical review by the Arts Inclusion Company, 12:45 pm Renegade Cheerleading demo, 1:15 pm Tidewater Piranhas Power Soccer Demo. Free for a person with disABILITIES and one caregiver.
Sat, May 30 - Relay for Life of Isle of Wight / Surry, Westside Elementary School, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, 800 West Main St, Smithfield. The theme for the 2015 Relay For Life of Isle of Wight/Surry is "Blast From the Past." Be prepared to boogie down to some groovy tunes as we celebrate each decade from the 1950s to today! Opening Ceremonies will begin at 10 am. Be sure to set up your campsite beforehand, so you can enjoy the special performances and speakers helping to kick off our event! Special guests will include musician Jeni Milikin, the Smithfield High School Drumline, and the Boy Scouts Troop 13. http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?sid=128433&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=68730
Sat, May 30 - American Girl Program: "Meet Kit", Riddick's Folly House Museum, 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 510 North Main Street, Suffolk. Free. Space is limited and reservations are required. Donations welcome. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Call for reservations at 757.934.0822 or email riddicksfolly@verizon.net | www.riddicksfolly.org
Sat, May 30 - Spiders Alive, Sandy Bottom Nature Park, 12 - 1:00 pm, 1255 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton. Are you fascinated by spiders? Do they frighten you? You can learn many interesting facts about spiders and why they are to be welcomed, not feared. Learn about their eating habits, as well as their nesting habits, which will include a game to better understand how they operate. Program is for ages 8 and up. Meet at the Nature Center. $2. For more information and to register call the Nature Center at 757-825-4657.
Sat, May 30 - Historic Suffolk Narrated Bus Tour, Suffolk Visitor Center, 2:00 pm, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. $8 Adults / $6 Seniors, Military and Children 9-12. See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk's rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk's legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. 757.514.4130
Sat, May 30 - Ranger Stations - Insects, Paradise Creek Nature Park, 2:00 pm, 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth. Have a question for our Ranger? Stop by between the hours listed for more information about the park and borrow supplies to explore the parks wildlife on your own. Explore something new each week. Great for families and children. Free - 757-399-7487 | http://www.paradisecreeknaturepark.com
Sat, May 30 - World Arts Celebration, City Center at Oyster Point, 3 - 9:00 pm, 700 Town Center Drive, Newport News. Set in the beautiful Fountain Park, the first annual World Arts Celebration will allow patrons to explore heritage far and near. Experience a day of free family fun with music from around the world, international food, an artisan village and hands-on cultural craft activities. This will be an adventure for the whole family! http://www.vafest.org/2015/2015-performances/beyond-the-concert-hall/world-arts-celebration-2015
Sat, May 30 - Elizabeth River Park Grand Re-Opening, 4:00 pm, 1400 Elizabeth River Way, Chesapeake. Join Chesapeake Parks, Recreation & Tourism as they celebrate the grand re-opening of Elizabeth River Park. Kickoff begins at 4 pm with activities to include: park tours, inflatables, children's play area, fireworks, food, and the family-friendly outdoor movie "Shark Tales". Visit www.cityofchesapeake.net/prevents for more information.
Sat, May 30 - Culinary Crawl in Downtown Suffolk, Tours Depart from the Suffolk Visitor Center, 2 - 4:30 pm, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. $30 per person. The guided tour will commence at the Suffolk Visitors Center (524 North Main Street) where participants will be transported to the first destination. Tours are limited to 12 attendees and will be on a first come, first service basis for those who purchase the tickets in advance. Featuring tastes from Stillwater House Tea Room, Simply Susan's, Cosmic Pizza, East Coast Taco and Amici's. 757.514.4130
Sat, May 30 - Downtown Hampton Block Party, 6 - 11:00 pm, East Queens Way between Wine and King Streets, Hampton. Free and open to the public. Come early and bring a chair then make your way to one of the dining establishments along Queens Way for some dinner before the party starts. Free parking can be found on the street and in multiple surface lots. There is a public parking garage at the corner of Settlers Landing Road & Old Hampton Lane. Live Music by 'The Deloreans'. www.hamptonblockparty.com
Sat, May 30 - 2nd Annual Getting Frisky on the Wiskey, The Battleship Wisconsin, Nauticus, 7:00 pm, Waterside Dr., Norfolk. Fundraising Gala for Sail Nauticus community sailing center. Live Music & Libations, rain or shine. Valet parking onsite. 664-1046 | sailnauticus.org
Sat, May 30 - Legends of Main Street: A Suffolk Ghost Walk, Suffolk Visitor Center, 7:00 pm, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. $10 Adults / $8 Seniors, Military and Children 9-12. A hair-raising encounter with the spirited side of Suffolk. Follow a costumed guide through the shadows of historic Main Street discovering stories, legends and "unexplained occurrences" by lantern light. Tales of unsolved mysteries and unresolved affairs abound throughout Suffolk's historically hip Ghost Walk. Reservations Required. 757.514.4130
Sat/Sun, May 30/31 - Annual 3D Sand Soccer shootout, Buckroe Beach, All Day, 100 First South Street, Hampton. Celebrating its eighth year, this sand soccer tournament and benefit is a great draw for players and spectators, as well as community members looking for a fun family-friendly activity. Participating non-profit organizations charge a fee for the activity booth of their choosing (e.g. face painting, horse shoes, bounce house, etc.). The more fun you have, the more money you raise for participating organizations in need! Free Admission for Spectators; cost to participate. 757-969-5716 | http://www.aimathletics.org/
Sat/Sun, May 30/31 - Southeastern Guns & Knives Show 2015, Virginia Beach Convention Center, Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sun 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, 1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach. Founded in 1982 by "Doc" Mendelson, SGK Gun Shows carries on the uniquely American tradition of Gun Shows. Catering to dealers and public alike, SGK currently produces gun shows on the East Coast. We are noted for organized, heavily advertised and well-attended shows. We strive to bring the best assortment of firearms and related products together for home defense, collecting, and sport shooting. We hope you enjoy our shows!
Sat/Sun, May 30/31 - Blackbeard Festival, Downtown Hampton Waterfront, Sat 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, Fireworks at 9:00 pm, Sun 12 - 6:00 pm. Pillage and plunder your way through the coastal seaport city of Hampton, VA when the Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival returns for another year of swashbuckling excitement! Celebrate Hampton's rich maritime heritage by commemorating the demise of our most infamous visitor, Captain Edward Teach, aka Blackbeard the Pirate. Step back in time in downtown Hampton and carouse with pirates while enjoying re-enactments, vendors, music, tall ships and more. 757-727-8314 | http://blackbeardfestival.com/
Sat/Sun, May 30/31 - Steampunk: Visions of Futures Past, Hampton History Museum, Sat 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sun 1 - 5:00 pm, 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. Experience the fantastical craftsmanship, conveyances and contraptions from an alternative Victorian era and Wild West frontier in "Steampunk: Visions of Futures Past" during Blackbeard Festival Weekend. Free and open to the public. 757-727-1610
Mon, Jun 1 - Historic Suffolk Narrated Bus Tour, Suffolk Visitor Center, 2:00 pm, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. $8 Adults / $6 Seniors, Military and Children 9-12. See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk's rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk's legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. 757.514.4130
Tue, Jun 2 - Fit & Fab Day at the Fountain, Peninsula Town Center, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Town Square, Hampton. Presented by: Bonfire Magazine & Tidewater Physical Therapy. Every Tuesday thru June 23rd. (FREE & OPEN TO PUBLIC) Featuring: Workouts sessions by Tidewater Physical Therapy Performance Centers, Healthy cooking demonstrations, Merchant vendors, Music to get hearts racing, & more. PLUS! A Weekly Workout Wear Walkway Show- Fit & Fab Day will hold a fashion preview every Tuesday featuring the latest in workout wear from PTC merchants.
Wed, Jun 3 - Food Truck Hump Days on the Great Bridge Waterways, First and Third Wed 4:00 pm to Dusk, Battlefield Historic Park, 1775 Historic Way, Chesapeake. Join Eat The Streets 757 at Battlefield Historic Park on the first and third Wednesday of the month starting April 1 and ending October 21. A huge variety of food truck gourmet dishes will be offered along with children's activities and live entertainment by the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways History Foundation, the City of Chesapeake, and friends! All food trucks accept cash and credit though a minimum may apply when using credit. * 10% of all sales will benefit the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways History Foundation. https://www.facebook.com/EatTheStreets757
Thu, Jun 4 - The Town Center Graduation Party, 5 to 8:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Calling all 2015 Graduates! The Town Center of Virginia Beach is so proud of our local students of the Virginia Beach City Schools (and beyond!) and colleges, so we decided to celebrate with you! Bring your friends and come on out for the live music, free gelato and prize giveaways. This FREE and open to the public event is family friendly and children of all ages are welcome to attend.
LOCAL THEATER / CONCERTS / LECTURES / TALKS
Now thru Jun 7 - "Rumors", by Neil Simon, Little Theater of Virginia Beach, Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sun 2:30 pm, 550 Barberton Drive, Virginia Beach. At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken and wife Chris must get "the story" straight before the other guests arrive. As the confusions and mis-communications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.
Thu, May 21 - Charles Barker Automotive presents: David Broza - Live in Concert, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 7:00 pm, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. Israeli superstar David Broza has been considered one of the most dynamic and vibrant performers in the singer/songwriter world. His charismatic and energetic performances have brought to worldwide audiences, a fusion of the three different countries in which he was raised: Israel, Spain, and England, filling concert halls with his famous guitar playing, ranging from flamenco flavored rhythmic and percussion techniques, to whirlwind finger picking, to a signature rock and roll sound.
Thu, May 21 - Governor's School for the Arts: A Concert of Another Sort, Chandler Recital Hall - ODU, 49th St. and Powhaten Ave., Norfolk. http://www.gsarts.net/index.php?Itemid=
Thu, May 21 - VA Arts Fest: 'Cantus', Bruton Parish Episcopal Church, 7:30 pm, Williamsburg. The nine-member men's vocal ensemble Cantus is known worldwide for its trademark warmth and blend and its engaging performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century.
Thu, May 21 - Phoebus Film Club Series: American Graffiti, The American Theatre, 7:30 pm, 125 E Mellen St., Hampton. American Graffiti became the third most popular movie of 1973 (after The Exorcist and The Sting), establishing the reputations of Lucas (whose next film would be Star Wars) and his young cast, and furthering the onset of soundtrack-driven, youth-oriented movies.
Fri, May 22 - VA Arts Fest: Coffee Concert V, Quicksilver Ensemble, Williamsburg Winery, 10:30 am, Lake Powell Rd., Williamsburg. Quicksilver Ensemble brings together America's leading historically-informed performers to explore the rich chamber music repertoire of the early modern period. Quicksilver is sure to entice in this historically appropriate setting in Williamsburg, performing music by Neri, Bertali, Castello, Fontana, Weckmann, Kerll, Vierdanck, and others.
Fri, May 22 - Rock the Block for Lupus, Peninsula Town Center, 4 - 8:00 pm, East Claiborne Square, Hampton. Join us for the block party of the year and celebrate lupus awareness. We will have a DJ, Mixed Fit fitness instructors, butterfly glam bags and a raffle. The United Souls Band will provide music.
Fri, May 22 - Governor School of the Arts Jazz Band Performance, MacArthur Mall, 5 - 7:00 pm, Downtown Norfolk. The Governor's School for the Arts Jazz Band will be performing in the Center every Friday from 5-7pm beginning April 24th and continuing through August 28th.
Fri, May 22 - Movie in the Pool: Penguins of Madagascar, Princess Anne Recreation Center, 6 - 8:00 pm, 1400 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach. ?Enjoy a special feature while floating in the pool. Membership or day pass needed, but no additional cost. Open to all ages, but those age 9 & under must be directly supervised by someone age 16 or older.???? (757) 385-5950
Fri, May 22 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Frank Sings Frank", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Fri, May 22 - Freedom Concert, Fort Monroe Continental Park, 7:00 pm, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Local choirs, musicians and dancers will honor the legacy of the "contraband" and give a preview to the summer concerts at Continental Park. Music Mosaic, Legacy of Weyanoke, and Middleton Academy of Dance will all be performing. Chairs and picnics encouraged. Free and open to the public. 757-727-3678 | www.fmauthority.com
Fri, May 22 - Friday Night Hoedown, Virginia Beach Farmers Market, 7 - 10:00 pm, 3640 Dam Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Live Music Every Friday night from 7-10 pm. Bring a chair and/or dance to your favorite country tunes.
Fri, May 22 - Friday Night Summer Concert Series presents the Smithfield High School Spring Concert, 8:00 pm, Smithfield High School, 14171 Turner Drive, Smithfield. Please note the change of venue for this opening concert of the series. The students will present their Spring Concert under the direction of Joel Joyner. For further information call 757.357.3288.
Fri, May 22 - VA Arts Fest: Eileen Ivers - Beyond the Bog Road, Williamsburg Lodge, 8:00 pm, Colonial Williamsburg. Tens of thousands have witnessed her genius first hand at concerts around the world, and millions more have heard her fiery fiddle lift the soundtracks of movies like Gangs of New York and the animated Quest for Camelot. Prepare to be astonished by this world famous fiddler!
Fri-Sun, May 22-24 - Salute to Summer Beach Music Festival, Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 17th Street Park, 24th Street Park, 31st Street Park. Salute to Summer is an unabashed "Star-Spangled" salute to great music, fun in the sun, and the military men and women who have sacrificed their lives throughout our history. Live, free entertainment on three outdoor stages features music presented by local and regional bands. The "Heroes Walk" display stretches along the boardwalk from 17th to 31st Streets. Original essays written by local high school students are reproduced on four by eight foot banners easily read by passers-by. These essays describe the military conflicts in which the United States has been involved throughout history. They help to remind us of the price that has been paid and is still being paid today by our United States military. See the Music Schedule and more at: http://www.beachstreetusa.com/festivals/salute-summer#sthash.jkjwoTaW.dpuf
Fri, May 22 thru Jun 14 - "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, A Musical", Little Theatre of Norfolk, Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sun 2:30 pm, 801 Claremont Avenue, Norfolk. Based on the popular 1988 film, two men living on the French Riviera, skilled in duping rich women out of their money, attempt to work with one another only to find out the town isn't big enough for the two of them. They decide to settle the matter once and for all. The first one to swindle $50,000 from the heiress Christine Colgate wins and the other must leave town. A hilarious battle of cons ensues that will keep you laughing, humming and guessing to the end.
Sat, May 23 - Seedahope Puppet Show: Keni the Kenkeni: A Journey to Greatness, Portsmouth Community Colored Library Museum, 1:00 pm, 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth. Keni the Kenkeni is the story of a small African base drum who is trying to find his purpose amongst a village of base drums. Keni wants to be a star but doesn't understand what it takes to accomplish his goal. With the help of an elder drum and hard work, Keni learns the importance of hard work and being a team player. An African-village based puppet show, where the main character Keni the Kenkeni, the smallest of the African base drums, learns to strengthen and build his self-esteem by recognizing that although he may be the smallest, his role is just as important as all of the other base drums.
Sat, May 23 - Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums, Merchants' Square, 2:30 pm, Williamsburg. Members of Colonial Williamsburg's Fifes and Drums visit Merchants Square one Saturday each month. Beginning approximately 2:30 p.m., the Fifes and Drums play music and interact with onlookers in the Square, answering questions from the audience.
Sat, May 23 - Harmony Family Night, On the Peninsula, The Six House, 3 - 5:00 pm, 2003 Kecoughtan Rd., Hampton. Bring YOUR Family and Friends for fun and fellowship and to meet the 'Percussion Family' of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, including 'play-a-long', and 'instrument petting zoo'.
Sat, May 23 - The Fifes and Drums of York Town Performance, 4:30 pm, Nelson House, 501 Main Street, Yorktown. Free. 757.898.9418
Sat, May 23 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Head Locks", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Sat, May 23 - 25th Annual Umoja Festival Concert featuring Peabo Bryson & Jazmine Sullivan, nTelos Wireless Pavilion, Doors open at 6:30 pm and the concert begins at 7:30 pm, 16 Crawford Cir, Portsmouth. Peabo Bryson and Jazmine Sullivan will perform during the annual UMOJA Festival at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion.
Sat, May 23 - Tidewater Bluegrass Music Association Monthly Bluegrass Concert, 7:00 pm, Hickory Ruritan Club, 2752 South Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake. The TBMA monthly concert held at the Hickory Ruritan Club features some of the best in local and regional bluegrass talent. May's concert features music by String Ties. Donations are accepted at the door to cover the cost of the bands and rental. Admission: Suggested Donation - $5 Members, $10 Non-member. (757) 567-0807
Sat, May 23 - VA Arts Fest: The Handel and Haydn Society, Ian Watson, Director and Harpsichord, Williamsburg Lodge, 8:00 pm, Colonial Williamsburg. Step back in time...and hear music of the 17th and 18th centuries, performed on period instruments, in the historic setting of Williamsburg! The Handel and Haydn Society players represent the forefront of historically informed performance. Their program in Williamsburg will include Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No.5 and Vivaldi's Concerto for 2 Violins and Cello.
Sun, May 24 - Lecture: Lafayette - Lessons in Leadership From the Idealist General, Gallery at York Hall, 3 - 5:00 pm, 301 Main Street, Yorktown. The Marquis de Lafayette traveled to the colonies at his own expense to fight in the American Revolution. By age 20, he was embraced by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, who became his life-long friends. In his lecture, Mr. Leepson will deliver an insightful account of the great general, whose love of liberty and passionate devotion to American and French independence shines in the pages of history. Free. Tickets are not required, however, seating is limited. 757.890.3508
Sun, May 24 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Better by Tuesday", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Sun, May 24 - VA Arts Fest: McGegan Conducts Handel, Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Nicholas McGegan conductor, Amanda Forsythe soprano, Williamsburg Lodge, 8:00 pm, Colonial Williamsburg. In the world of superstar conductors, there is none so engaging as Nicholas McGegan. Now this world-renowned conductor inspires the Virginia Symphony to new heights as he conducts two of the most popular of Handel's works, the jubilant Music for the Royal Fireworks and Water Music, as well as arias from Handel's operas Giulio Cesare, Orlando and Teseo. Don't miss this spectacular finale to Festival Williamsburg.
Sun, May 24 - Kathy Griffin, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 pm, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. When it comes to dishing Hollywood gossip and celebrity blunders, Kathy Griffin is outrageously wild and downright hilarious! This two-time Emmy winner, NY Times best-selling author, five-time Grammy nominee, and Broadway darling will have you laughing out loud as she shares candid observations about everyday life, her dating experiences, and embellished celebrity tales. Kathy Griffin is recommended for adult audiences.
Sun, May 24 - Old Crow Medicine Show - The Devil Makes Three, nTelos Wireless Pavilion, 8:00 pm, 16 Crawford Cir, Portsmouth. On September 17th, 2013 Old Crow Medicine Show received the great honor of being inducted as the newest members of the historic Grand Ole Opry. Other highlights from the year included winning the Grammy Award for "Best Long Form Music Video" for the film Big Easy Express, and having their classic single, "Wagon Wheel", receive the RIAA's Platinum certification for selling over 1,000,000 copies.
Mon, May 25 - The Fifes and Drums of York Town Performance, York Hall, 11:45 am, 301 Main Street, Yorktown. Memorial Day Ceremony
Wed, May 27 - Virginia Health Services Summer Concert Series: 'Crazy X', 6 - 9:00 pm, Port Warwick, Loftis Boulevard, Newport News. Enjoy the summer night air on Styron Square listening to the area's best music. The concerts are free and all are welcome! Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, food and drink, or enjoy the music from one of the Port Warwick restaurant patios!
Thu, May 28 - Sunsets on the River summer concert series: 'The Fuzz Band', 5:30 - 9:00 pm, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, 7637 North Shore Road , Norfolk. Powered by 96x. Join us for our 2015 expanded summer concert series on the back lawn! every other Thursday May through July for local music, food trucks, and a cash bar. Gates open at 5:30, music starts at 6 pm. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and food. Feel free to explore the museum. No outside alcohol is permitted. Members: FREE, Non-members: $10
Thu, May 28 - Our Story, Our Time, Protecting Hampton's History: One Step Ahead of the Bulldozer, Hampton History Museum, 7 - 8:00 pm, 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. Elizabeth " Libba" Evans, daughter of the late Hamilton H. "Sis" Evans, and Rufus Easter remember heroic efforts to save Hampton's history during the urban renewal era of the Sixties and Seventies. Libba Evans, while a young girl, witnessed her mother and Jeanne Zeidler and many other concerned citizens as they organized the Hampton Arts and Humanities Foundation that was dedicated to collecting and preserving Hampton's history. Members free; non-members $5. 757-727-1610
Thu, May 28 thru Jun 13 - Guys and Dolls, Williamsburg Players, Thu-Sat 8:00 pm, Sat 2:00 pm, 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg. Directed by Christina Westenberger. Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, this oddball romantic comedy -- considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy -- soars with the spirit of Broadway as it introduces us to a cast of vivid characters who have become legends in the canon.
Fri, May 29 - Governor School of the Arts Jazz Band Performance, MacArthur Mall, 5 - 7:00 pm, Downtown Norfolk. The Governor's School for the Arts Jazz Band will be performing in the Center every Friday from 5-7pm beginning April 24th and continuing through August 28th.
Fri, May 29 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Joe Gosman Band", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Fri, May 29 - Governor's School for the Arts: First Annual Student Film Festival, Dalis Black Box Theater, 7:00 pm, 254 Granby Street, Norfolk. http://www.gsarts.net/index.php?Itemid=
Fri, May 29 - Friday Night Hoedown, Virginia Beach Farmers Market, 7 - 10:00 pm, 3640 Dam Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Live Music Every Friday night from 7-10 pm. Bring a chair and/or dance to your favorite country tunes.
Fri, May 29 - Gladys Knight, Chrysler Hall, 8:00 pm, 215 St Paul's Blvd., Norfolk. The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Very few singers over the last fifty years have matched her unassailable artistry. This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance.
Fri, May 29 - Smithfield Friday Night Summer Concert Series: Virginia Symphony Orchestra Jazz, 8:00 pm, Gazebo Stage (front of the Smithfield Times), 228 Main Street, Downtown Smithfield. The VSO will present a program of Jazz. Concerts are free. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a summer evening in Genuine Smithfield. For further information call 757.357.3288.
Fri, May 29 - Movies in the Park presents "Disney's Planes: Fire & Rescue", Camptown Park, 8:00 pm, 33457 Carver Road, Franklin. Bring the whole family out for movies under the stars. Grab your lawn chairs or blankets to watch family-friendly cinema. Popcorn will be served at this free event hosted by the Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information call 757.357.2291.
Fri-Sun, May 29-31 - Smokey Joe's Cafe, The Governor's School for the Arts, Fri/Sat 8:00 pm, Sun 2:00 pm, Roper Performing Arts Center, 340 Granby Street, Norfolk.
Sat, May 30 - The Wright Brothers, Williamsburg Children's Theater, 11:00 am, 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg. Presented by Rainbow Puppet Productions. Experience the thrill of man's first powered flight as Rainbow Puppet Productions presents The Wright Brothers. We will follow the brothers from early childhood until the moment they make their first powered flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.
Sat, May 30 - Asian-American History Month Film Fest: "The Silent Glory", Virginia War Museum, 1:00 pm, 9285 Warwick Boulevard in Huntington Park, Newport News. The museum will host a film festival during the month of May featuring films with depicting Asian-Americans' in the military. All movies are free with each day's paid admission. "The Silent Glory" - During World War II, many young Japanese Americans from internment camps volunteered to fight for the country that had turned its back on them. Yet the 442nd Regimental Combat Team would go on to become one of the most decorated units in U.S. military history. General Mark Clark said of them: "Best damn fighters in the U.S. Army. Send me more!" Their rescue of the lost battalion is considered one of the greatest missions of the war.
Sat, May 30 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Head Locks", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Sat, May 30 - Family Movies on the Lawn: "Brave", nTelos Wireless Pavilion, 8:00 pm, 16 Crawford Cir, Portsmouth. Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening under the stars. "Brave" - Determined to make her own path in life, Princess Merida defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, Merida must rely on her bravery and her archery skills to undo a beastly curse. Rated-PG. Free admission and free parking. Gates open at 7 pm.
Sat, May 30 - Black & Brown Comedy Get Down, Hampton Coliseum, 8:00 pm, 1000 Coliseum Dr., Hampton. Cedric 'The Entertainer', Mike Epps, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez and Charlie Murphy will come together to for one historic night of comedy for The Black and Brown Comedy Get Down. http://www.ticketmaster.com/black-and-brown-comedy-get-down-hampton-virginia-05-30-2015/event/01004E49A7F24EA7?artistid=2065550&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=51
Sat/Sun, May 30/31 - O'Connoroo Music Fest, O'Connor Brewing Company, 211 W. 24th Street, Norfolk. Join us on Saturday from noon-9pm for an all-day festival atmosphere with Indoor and outdoor stages, featuring live music. On Sunday enjoy a more relaxed vibe from noon-6pm at the brewery. And on both days, we'll have: Special beers made exclusively for this event, A live beer brewing demo by HomebrewUSA, A photo booth to capture your O'Connoroo experience, Cornhole, giant Jenga, and other fun games, Free brewery tours, Raffles and giveaways
Sun, May 31 - Concert at the Fountain Plaza: "Stan the Sax Man", Virginia Beach Town Center, 6 - 9:00 pm, Central Park Plaza, Virginia Beach. Come out to hear and enjoy the free ambient music at the Fountain Plaza! Whether you are on your way to laugh out loud at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, a show at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, or a romantic date night dinner at one of your favorite restaurants, the nightly plaza music will surely set the tone.
Mon, Jun 1 - Port Hampton Lecture: The Return of 390, the Last Hampton Streetcar, Hampton History Museum, 7 - 8:00 pm, 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. Presented by local historian Greg Siegel. Streetcar 390 has been resting in a Baltimore museum, but will be returned to Hampton for restoration. Museum members free, non-members $5. 757-727-1610
Wed, Jun 3 - The Fifes and Drums of York Town, Yorktown Victory Monument, 5:00 pm, Main Street, Yorktown.
Wed, Jun 3 - Ynot Wednesdays Free summer concert series: 'Karnivale', Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 5 - 9:00 pm, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. Every Wednesday from June 3rd through August 26th, join us on the Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza for "Ynot Wednesdays?" Free summer concert series. Each week, Ynot Italian will be serving up delicious pizza, sandwiches, cold drinks & summer treats available for purchase. There will also be fresh produce from The Virginia Beach Farmers Market, games, and more. Kids Art Cart sponsored by The Sandler Center Foundation begins at 5 pm inside the Miller Studio Theatre. Karnivàle is a 5-piece band with no boundaries. From rock to dance to alternative, classics to roots and country to boot..music to move your soul and your feet.
Wed, Jun 3 - Virginia Health Services Summer Concert Series: 'Jackie Scott and the Housewreckers', 6 - 9:00 pm, Port Warwick, Loftis Boulevard, Newport News. Enjoy the summer night air on Styron Square listening to the area's best music. The concerts are free and all are welcome! Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, food and drink, or enjoy the music from one of the Port Warwick restaurant patios!
Thu, Jun 4 - Above the Fold Artist Lecture: Playing with Art and Science- Origami, Glass, and Mathematics, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, 6:00 pm, 7637 North Shore Road , Norfolk. In conjunction with our summer exhibition, Above the Fold, the Hermitage is pleased to welcome father and son artist team Erik and Martin Demaine. Join us at 6pm for hors d'oeuvres by Creative Catering of Virginia followed by the lecture at 7pm. Space is very limited, register today! Members: Free, Non-Members: $10. To reserve your space, register here: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=7c1619
Thu, Jun 4 - Thursdays by the Lake: The Deloreans, The Mariners' Museum, 6 - 10:00 pm, 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. The Mariners' Museum Summer Concert Series is every Thursday night from June - August. Bring a blanket or favorite chair & enjoy live music by some of the area's hottest bands on the banks of Lake Maury. Adult beverages, soft drinks, and a variety of summer foods will be available for sale. No outside alcohol is permitted. (757) 596-2222
FARMERS' MARKETS
Wed, May 20 - Suffolk Farmers' Market, 3 - 6:00 pm (through Labor Day), Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. Enjoy the best in locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, along with eggs, honey, homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, plants and handmade jewelry and crafts. Free and open to the public. 757.514.4130
Thu, May 21 - City Center Farmers Market, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Mariners Row Market Stage, City Center at Oyster Point. Enjoy a selection of locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, plants, herbs, baked goods, free range chickens, pork, bison, bath products, fresh bread and dog treats. Dairy products: cheese, goat's cheese, milk, bath products, fresh bread and eggs.
Sat, May 23 - Williamsburg Farmers' Market, Every Sat 8:30am to 12:30pm. Merchants' Square, Williamsburg. In the heart of historic Williamsburg, Virginia. Flowerbeds and benches offer a tranquil setting for this open-air, Virginia producer-only market. Over 35 vendors offer a variety of local products, among which are fresh seasonal produce, chicken, beef, bison, pork, oysters, fish, crabs, prawns, herbs, potted plants, baked goods, confections, honey, cheese, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more.http://www.williamsburgfarmersmarket.com/
Sat, May 23 - Old Beach Farmers' Market, Every Sat 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, Croc's 19th Street Bistro, Virginia Beach. Old Beach Farmers Market (OBFM) is a fresh outdoor marketplace in the heart of the resort area, just six blocks from the ocean and one block from the Virginia Beach Convention Center, in the parking lot of Croc's 19th Street Bistro. We feature seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, meats (pork, bison, beef, chicken, turkey, sausages, charcuterie), eggs, seafood, cheeses, a wide assortment of baked goods (biscuits, pies, cakes, brownies and cookies), artisanal breads, and savory foods from local chefs (pasta, sauces, salsas, salads, tamales), soap, and flowers. Walk over or ride a bike. Bring a reusable shopping bag. Come discover the taste of fresh, seasonal fare.
Sat, May 23 - Farmers' Fare at East Beach, Every Sat 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, Pavilion Park, 4730 Hammock Lane, Norfolk. This local seasonal marketplace will feature fresh produce, meats free range chickens and turkeys, eggs seafood, made from scratch bagels, breaks and baked goods with vegan and gluten free options. We will have artisanal chesses, peanuts, salsa, dog treats, homemade pasta and sauces, jams and marmalades, sandwiches and salads to go along with Virginia wines.
Sat, May 23 - St. Paul's Downtown Farmers' Market 2015, Every Sat 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, 201 St. Paul's Boulevard, Norfolk. Fresh produce for all our neighbors. St. Paul's Church & Five Points Community Farm Market have partnered to bring a Farm Market to Downtown Norfolk. The St. Paul's Downtown Farm Market is re-opening for 2015 and we want to see all your smiling faces! We'll have food from Gershwin's, flowers from Studio Posy and brand new Made in Virginia tent. We're proud to offer a wide selection of products that are made in Virginia and pair nicely with our local fruits and vegetables. Free parking for those who need it, bike racks for those who don't.
Sat, May 23 - Smithfield Farmers Market, 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, Bank of Southside Virginia parking lot, 115 Main Street, Downtown Smithfield. Named in 2013 & 2014 as one of the "Top 101 Farmers Markets in America!" by TheDailyMeal.com and the "Best Farmers Market" by Coastal Virginia Magazine in 2014. Now in its 14th season, the market is proud to be a Virginia Grown market offering locally grown produce, beef, pork, chicken, eggs, peanuts, plants, herbs, baked goods, coffee, cheese, honey, barbecue, wood-fired pizza, ham sandwiches, handcrafted items and more! Also featuring live music each market! Enjoy our friendly community event in the heart of historic Smithfield, Virginia. Pets are always welcome! For further information call 757.375.3031.
Sat, May 23 - Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers' Market, Every Sat 9:00 am until 1:00 pm, Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, 400 High Street, Portsmouth. Held every Saturday, May through November with special markets in April and December includes locally and organically grown veggies, fruits, nut, herbs, beef, chicken, eggs, seafood, artisanal breads, scones, pastries, cakes, pies, jams, jellies, salsas, fresh, dried and silk flowers, soaps, lotions, pottery, arts/crafts. On Court and High Streets outside the Courthouse Galleries Courtyard. www.portsmoutholdetownefarmersmarket.com
Sat, May 23 - Suffolk Farmers' Market, 9:00 am until 1:00 pm, Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. Free and open to the public. The Suffolk Farmers' Market kicks off the 2015 season in the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, conveniently located behind the Suffolk Visitor Center at the corner of Main Street and Constance Road. Enjoy the best in locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, along with eggs, honey, homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, plants and handmade jewelry and crafts. Opening day will include live music, entertainment and kiddie fun! 757.514.4130
Sat, May 23 - Yorktown Market Day, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. Yorktown Market Days will begin its ninth season with a Health & Fitness Market, and variety of products from new and returning producers. The Yorktown market features seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh seafood, eggs, poultry, beef and pork; fresh breads, cheeses, baked goods, peanuts, cut flowers, organic and gluten free products, potted plants, coffee, jams & jellies; dipping oils and meat rubs; quality art, chefs demonstrations and live musical entertainment.https://www.yorkcounty.gov/Portals/6/Events/15_fit_market.pdf
Wed, May 27 - Suffolk Farmers' Market, 3 - 6:00 pm (through Labor Day), Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 North Main Street, Suffolk. Enjoy the best in locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, along with eggs, honey, homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, plants and handmade jewelry and crafts. Free and open to the public. 757.514.4130
Thu, May 28 - City Center Farmers Market, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Mariners Row Market Stage, City Center at Oyster Point. Enjoy a selection of locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, plants, herbs, baked goods, free range chickens, pork, bison, bath products, fresh bread and dog treats. Dairy products: cheese, goat's cheese, milk, bath products, fresh bread and eggs.
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