It’s your weekend, Hampton Roads!
Take the kids out and blow off some steam after being cooped up in school all week.
In Norfolk: Riverfest!
In Portsmouth: Virginia Craft Beer and Wine Festival!
In Virginia Beach: Neptune Fall Festival!
In Williamsburg: Second Sundays!
And there’s so much more. Find your city below and make your plans!
All Weekend
Newport News
Saturday, September 12-Sunday, September 13/The 24-Hour Denbigh Dash Treadmill Walk/Run/Tidewater Physical Therapy
On Saturday, September 12th at 8am, we’ll be lacing up our sneakers for the 24-hour Denbigh Dash! We’re running for 24 hours to raise money for The Denbigh House, a Clubhouse model Vocational Rehabilitation program for survivors of brain injury located in Newport News.
Norfolk
Friday, September 11-Sunday, September 13/Hope Celebrity Weekend
A Ball, a comedy show, and a concert all to benefit the Still Hope Foundation.
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Virginia Beach
Friday, September 11-Saturday, September 12/Blues at the Beach/17th Street Park|Celebrating one of the most cherished musical genres of all time, Blues at the Beach features two days of concerts on an outdoor stage. Local, regional, and nationally-recognized Blues acts share the stage for a riveting and heartfelt tribute to the sights, sounds, and soul of the American experience. National headliners have brought their intensity and knockout live performances to Virginia Beach. $5 per day ($8 for a weekend pass)
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Saturday, September 12-Sunday, September 13/Neptune’s Fall Wine Festival/Neptune Park
Join your friends by the oceanfront for an afternoon hosted by Virginia’s leading vineyards. Sip and savor chardonnays, merlots, rieslings and more while you meet and greet the fascinating people who are forging Virginia’s reputation for quality wines. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and the opportunity to purchase the wines you like and wine accessories from specialty vendors.
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Saturday, September 12-Sunday, September 13/Artisans in the Park/Great Neck Park
Explore the works of talented artists and craftsmen during the 40th annual Artisans in the Park, Art and Craft Festival — all in the serenely secluded backdrop of Great Neck Park. A variety of art and fine craft styles are represented, including pottery, metal and glass work, photography, jewelry, drawing and painting, and sculpture. This weekend of outdoor family fun includes free admission, free parking, live stage entertainment and food concessions. FREE
Friday
Chesapeake
8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m./9-11 Remembrance Ceremony/Chesapeake City Park
A Ceremony of Remembrance for those who perished on September 11, 2001 will be held at Chesapeake City Park by the the City of Chesapeake and the Chesapeake Expanded Public Art Committee. FREE
Norfolk
7:00 p.m./The Muse Jam/The Muse Writers Center
Join us for an evening where everyone is welcome to make music, sing, read, laugh, or just hang out and listen. This is not an “open-mic” with a sign-up list. The Muse Jam is more fun! Feel free to bring songbooks, sheet music, instruments, and friends. Suggested donation: $2
Williamsburg
5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m./Sip with Chefs Bourbon: Our Heritage/Taste Studio
Join us as we celebrate Bourbon Month with all things bourbon. Featuring round vanilla, oak and caramel flavors, bourbon is a favorite that lends itself to cooking and candy making, as well as sipping. This interactive afternoon of tasting, small bites food pairings, and education is hosted by the Williamsburg Inn’s knowledgeable and affable Chefs Travis Brust and Scott Watson. $45
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6:30-8:00 p.m./Rhythms on the Riverwalk Concert Series/Riverwalk Landing
Get your toes tappin’ to fantastic sounds during this five-week concert series featuring three Fridays of toe tappin’ Jazz and Big Band followed by two Fridays of knee slappin’ Country. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. FREE
Saturday
Chesapeake
8:00 a.m./Freedom Run/Great Dismal Swamp Park
The Freedom Run is held in memory of those who lost their lives in the events of September 11, 2001. We also honor our members of the United States Military and public safety who made the ultimate sacrifice that day, as well as those who have served or are currently serving in the military and public safety profession.
Register online by visiting https://register.chronotrack.com/r/13891
Hampton
6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m./Downtown Hampton Block Party
Party with your neighbors and see Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, also featuring Kasey Rae and The Fuzz Band. Downtown shop Mint Julep will also be holding a vintage market. FREE
Norfolk
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m./Riverfest 2015/Downtown Norfolk Waterfront Behind Nauticus
Join the Elizabeth River Project for Hampton Roads’ premiere environmental event—RIVERFest! Bigger and better than in past years, come out to celebrate and learn about the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River with food; kid, pet, and adult-friendly activities; boat tours; an art show; a special performance from local musician Skye Zentz; and more. FREE
12:00 p.m./10th Annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival/Towne Bank Fountain
The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is often compared to America’s Thanksgiving tradition, and is a historic Asian holiday that marks the end of the summer harvest. This festival incorporates a wide range of entertainment and cultural programs that include storytelling, authentic Asian Ceremonial fashion shows, ribbon an dragon dancing, martial arts demonstrations, children’s activities, musical and dance performances, children’s lantern parade, and special appearances by the Moon Goddess.
5:00 p.m./Party at the Pagoda/The Pagoda Restaurant
A fun-raising and friend-raising event for Tidewater Arts Outreach artists, volunteers, donors, funders and supporters. We want to thank you for twelve years of inspiration and community service through the arts. We’ll have happy hour drink prices, a drink ticket and snacks for TAO guests. A full menu is available. Come ready to jam on stage or by the water’s edge, meet up with friends, bring your dancing shoes, art supplies, whatever floats your creative boat!
7:30 p.m./Opera in the Park/Town Point Park
Come enjoy a taste of Virginia Opera with family and friends in the great outdoors! Bring chairs, blankets, snacks, pets, and be prepared to be entertained! FREE
North Carolina
7:00 a.m./Chancellor’s Color Run/Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City State University and its community partner, The Great Dismal Swamp State Park, will host the Chancellor’s Color Run on September 12, 2015. This unique 5K run will feature color stations throughout the course- an exciting twist to promoting a healthy lifestyle. Registration is $35 and will include a memorable t-shirt and box lunch. In addition to the Chancellor’s Color Run, free health screenings and local vendors will be available to the public.
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Portsmouth
9:00 a.m./9th Annual Victory Walk/nTelos Wireless Pavilion
The 9th Annual Victory Walk hosted by the Hampton Roads Chapter of the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015. The walk will be held at N’telos Pavilion in Portsmouth, VA.
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12:00 p.m./Virginia Craft Beer & Wine Festival/nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Tickets include unlimited sampling, a commemorative festival glass and live entertainment. Local breweries include: O’Connor Brewing Company, Smartmouth Brewing Company, Back Bay Brewing Company, Young Veterans Brewing Company, St George Brewing Company, Larry’s Lemonade, Ale Works Brewing Company, Legend Brewing Company, Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Bold Rock Hard Cider, Starr Hill Brewing Company, Center of the Universe and more along with a great selection of premier wineries from all across the state of Virginia. $30 in advance and $35 the week of the event (if available).
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Suffolk
11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m./Taste of Suffolk Downtown Street Festival
With over three full city blocks jam-packed with all-day entertainment, savory tastes and sweet treats from the best citywide restaurants and eateries, specialty vendors, fun contests, varied children’s activities and a vehicle exhibition, Taste of Suffolk offers you the energy and excitement of a day-long open-air extravaganza. Once you’re here, the hard part is deciding where to go first! FREE
Virginia Beach
8:30 a.m./Out of the Darkness Community Walks/Mount Trashmore Park
Join WAVY-TV 10 and FOX43 for the 10th Annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk. Help bring depression and suicide out of the darkness and into the light. Together we can not only change a life, we can save a life!
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10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m./1st Annual Honey Festival & Craft Show/Virginia Beach Farmer’s Market
Learn about Honey Bees from local beekeepers, vendors & craftors will have bee soap, honey, candles, etc. for purchase. Virginia Beach 4H Bee Club will be on site with display booth. Live music, Face Painting(fee), Pony Rides(fee), Bounce Houses(fee), Food(fee) FREE
12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m./Virginia Beach Fallen Heroes Fundraiser/Camp Pendleton
We will be having our annual fundraiser on Sept.12th. We will be presenting Virgina Beach’s only SEAL Capabilities Demonstration Team at Camp Pendleton. Tickets $50 in advance, 21 and older, please.
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Williamsburg
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m./Drool in the Pool/Chickahominy River Front Park Pool
Take your dog to take a refreshing swim in the local pool. Enjoy delicious food and great music while your dog cools off for the last swim of the season! $10
4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m./Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg’s 36th Annual Shrimp Feast/Jamestown 4-H Center
The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg will hold their 36th annual Shrimp Feast, “All you can Eat” Family Fun Event! Shrimp, Hot Dogs, Hush Puppies, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Beverages and Beer, Wine available for purchase. Check our website for more details on this great late summer event. Rain or shine. FREE, Food for Purchase
Sunday
Hampton
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m./Sunday Funday Food Truck Carousel and Marketplace/Hampton Carousel Park
Downtown Hampton and The City of Hampton has teamed up with Eat The Streets 757 to bring you an exciting new Sunday Funday food truck series! Food Truck Carousel Marketplace is the first of it’s kind for downtown Hampton! A four-part series starting August 30 and continuingSeptember 13, September 27th and October 11! From 12pm-4pm come on out to the historic carousel at 602 Settlers Landing Road. A variety of gourmet food trucks, live music and activities for the whole family! FREE
Norfolk
7:30 p.m./The Adicts & Reverend Horton Heat/The NorVA
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Virginia Beach
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m./Float-a-Rama/Bayside Recreation Center
Join us in the pool for a day of huge, fun floats! 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.
Williamsburg
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m./Second Sundays Williamsburg/Downtown Williamsburg
Monthly Art & Music Festival in Downtown Williamsburg from March – December, featuring 4 blocks of Live entertainment, including many styles of Live music and dance, Living History, over 75 varied Artisans, opportunities for kids and adults to do art projects, Henna, Hair Weaving, Balloon Artist, Face Painting. FREE
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