Dates and events are subject to change. Please visit the event website for the most up-to-date information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Nov. 6-8: Yorktown Tea Festival
Dive into the world of tea as you sample unique blends and learn about historic teas. Historic Main Street, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Nov. 7-10: Virginia Beach Jeep Fest
Jeep owners converge on the Oceanfront for a cruise along the shoreline. Virginia Beach Oceanfront. vabeachjeepfest.com
Nov. 8-10: Fall Bodacious Bazaar
Start shopping for everyone on your Christmas list during this seasonal market. Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton. bodaciousbazaar.com
Nov. 8-11: Veterans Day Weekend
Celebrate Veterans Day at Colonial Williamsburg with a commemorative march and ceremony. Colonial Williamsburg. colonialwilliamsburg.org
Nov. 8-Jan. 5, 2025: Garden of Lights
This immersive holiday experience features a magical walk through the garden’s more than 1.5 million lights. Norfolk Botanical Garden. norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
Nov. 9: Yorktown Market Days – Maritime Festival
Sample some of the best seafood in the area and shop nautical-inspired jewelry and art during this extended market. Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. yorktownmarketdays.com
Nov. 9: Salute to Service 5K & 1 Miler
Celebrate those who’ve served this country with a 5K or one-mile race. Downtown Suffolk. runsignup.com
Nov. 9-10: Virginia Beach Dance Festival
Experience the rhythms of Latin dance with workshops and performances from international world champion dancers. Virginia Beach Convention Center. bailafantastic.com
Nov. 9-10: Virginia Cat Festival
Cat lovers will enjoy this festival’s cat-centric vendors, along with speakers and hands-on workshops. Kimball Theatre, Williamsburg. vacatfestival.com
Nov. 10-17: Suffolk Restaurant Week
Experience Suffolk’s premier gourmet dining scene. Sample new restaurants and old favorites with price-fixed menus. dininginsuffolkva.com
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Ceremony
This annual ceremony honors veterans who have served our country. Chesapeake City Hall. cityofchesapeake.net
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Ceremony
York County’s annual Veterans Day program honors members of America’s armed forces. York Hall, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Nov. 15-Dec. 31: BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach
A tradition at the Oceanfront, this light show features color-changing archways along the longest curved LED light tunnel in the U.S. Virginia Beach Oceanfront. beacheventsvb.com
Nov. 15-Jan. 1, 2025: Winterfest on the Wisconsin
The Battleship Wisconsin is decorated with more than one million glittering lights, with a brand-new holiday movie theme. Nauticus, Norfolk. nauticus.org
Nov. 15-Jan. 5, 2025: Busch Gardens Christmas Town
Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows and holiday-inspired culinary delights. Busch Gardens Williamsburg. buschgardens.com
Nov. 16: American Heart Association Heart Walk
Walk and raise money for the American Heart Association. 24th Street Stage and Boardwalk, Virginia Beach. www2.heart.org
Nov. 22-24: Coastal Virginia Auto Show
This family-friendly event features celebrity appearances, auto displays and demonstrations, live entertainment, prizes and more. Virginia Beach Convention Center. cvautoshow.com
Nov. 22-Dec. 13: Winter Wonderland Forest
Walk through this showcase of holiday trees decorated to mirror different works of literature. Chesapeake Conference Center. chesapeakeconference.com
Nov. 23: Grand Illumination Parade
The Saturday before Thanksgiving, head to downtown Norfolk for the annual Grand Illumination Parade. Downtown Norfolk. downtownnorfolk.org
Nov. 23: Whimsical Winter Wonderland
Hampton Coliseum transforms into a winter wonderland with stage shows, photo booths and holiday-themed areas. Hampton Coliseum. coliseumcentral.com
Nov. 23: Mistletoe Marketplace
This event features more than 80 vendors, artists and crafters offering handmade goods. Smithfield & Isle of Wight Convention & Visitors Bureau. genuinesmithfieldva.com
Nov. 23: Fear No Ice
Watch as professional sculptors transform giant blocks of ice into masterful designs. 31st Street Park, Virginia Beach. fearnoice.com
Nov. 23-24: Chartway Norfolk Harbor Race Weekend
Race around downtown Norfolk on a 5K, 10K or half marathon. Norfolk. norfolkharborhalf.com
Nov. 23-24: Chesapeake Holiday Craft Show
More than 90 talented artisans are on display and selling handmade gifts and decorations. Chesapeake Conference Center. cityofchesapeake.net
Nov. 28: Deck the Hall at Chesapeake City Hall
Experience this drive-through light display. Chesapeake City Hall. cityofchesapeake.net
Nov. 29-30: Food & Feasts of Colonial Virginia
After Thanksgiving, indulge in dishes made using the centuries-old cooking techniques of early Virginia. American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. jyfmuseums.org
Nov. 29-Dec. 1: Virginia Beach Christmas Market
Shop for holiday gifts from 175 fine artisans and crafters from more than 20 states. Virginia Beach Convention Center. emgshows.com
Nov. 29-Dec. 23: Snow Globe Spectacular Holidays
Gaze at snow globes filled with artistic, creative and theatrical holiday scenes. Town Center of Virginia Beach. cbda.net
Dec. 6: Christmas Tree Lighting
Watch the lighting of the 24-foot-tall Tannenbaum tree and stick around for a visit from Santa. Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Dec. 6-8: Jurassic Quest
Experience North America’s largest, most realistic interactive dinosaur showcase, with more than 100 true-to-life animatronic dinosaurs. Hampton Roads Convention Center. jurassicquest.com
Dec. 7: Holiday Yule Log Bonfire & Holiday Marketplace
Get warm by the massive bonfire as you sip hot chocolate, then shop for holiday gifts from local vendors. Town Point Park, Norfolk. festevents.org
Dec. 7: Chick-fil-A Christmas Parade
The theme of this year’s parade is “Sweet Dreams of Christmas,” featuring local groups, bands and floats. Chesapeake Square. cfaportsmouthblvd.com
Dec. 7: Artist Gift Fair
Find artisan-quality crafts, jewelry, soaps, fine art, holiday ornaments and more. Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion. suffolkvafarmersmarket.com
Dec. 7, 14, 21: Grand Illumination
Colonial Williamsburg illuminates the night sky with fireworks displays from the Capitol and the Palace. Colonial Williamsburg. colonialwilliamsburg.org
Dec. 7-8: Christmas Market on Main
Find holiday gifts for everyone on your list as you browse almost 100 vendors on Main Street. Historic Main Street, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Dec. 7: Chesapeake Christmas Rotary Parade
This Christmas parade route starts on Mount Pleasant Road and Battlefield Boulevard and ends in front of City Hall. Chesapeake. chesapeakerotary.org
Dec. 7: Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade
The York River sparkles as a fleet of festively decorated boats compete for Best in Show. Yorktown Waterfront. visityorktown.org
Dec. 7: Christmas Homes Tour
Tour four festively decorated homes throughout Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. Colonial Williamsburg. greenspringgardenclub.org
Dec. 7-8: Battle of Great Bridge
Experience reenactments of the Battle of Great Bridge with character portrayals, historical displays, children’s crafts and more. Battlefield Park, Chesapeake. cityofchesapeake.net
Dec. 7-Jan. 1, 2025: NlightN – Lights at the Fountain
Stroll along this holiday light show featuring a 50-foot animated holiday tree, festive soundtrack and falling snow. City Center at Oyster Point, Newport News. nnparksandrec.org
Dec. 8: Cookies with Santa
Children can share their wish list with Santa and enjoy a sweet treat. Gallery at York Hall, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Dec. 8: Santa Claus Shuffle
Grab your Santa hat and take a run down the Portsmouth Seawall for a good cause. Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion, Portsmouth. tysfoundation.enmotive.com
Dec. 13: An Enchanted Evening on Main Street
Historic Main Street is aglow during this nighttime Christmas Market. Historic Main Street, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Dec. 13-14: Surf-N-Santa 5 Miler
Get into the holiday spirit as you run through the holiday lights on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. Virginia Beach Convention Center. surfnsanta5miler.com
Dec. 14: Yorktown Market Days – Mistletoe Market
Have a holly, jolly time shopping for seasonal goods and watching the annual Toyland Parade. Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. visityorktown.org
Dec. 14: Downtown Smithfield Annual Christmas Parade
This old-fashioned parade travels along Main Street. Downtown Smithfield. genuinesmithfieldva.com
Dec. 14: Suffolk Holiday Parade
Watch the floats, marching bands and festival vehicles along West Washington Street. Downtown Suffolk. visitsuffolkva.com
Dec. 14: Festival of Flags: Celebrating the Afro-Diaspora
Celebrate the countries in the African diaspora with food, music and more. North Suffolk Library. suffolkpubliclibrary.libcal.com
Dec. 14, 21: Fa La La Land
Walk around this outdoor wonderland filled with baby goats in holiday sweaters, carolers, holiday-themed food trucks and more. Chesapeake City Hall. cityofchesapeake.net
Dec. 20: Holiday Wonder Walk
The Water Walk Trail is glowing with lighted bridges and paths, along with other holiday features. Hampton Coliseum. hampton.gov
Dec. 20-31: Christmastide in Virginia
Experience the traditions of a Virginia colonial holiday with interpretive programs, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. jyfmuseums.org
Dec. 31: Noon New Year’s Eve
Get the kids for noon New Year’s Eve celebration with face painting and a juice box toast. Children’s Museum of Virginia, Portsmouth. childrensmuseumvirginia.com
Dec. 31: Noon Year’s Eve
Celebrate the New Year early with a countdown to noon, balloon drop, snacks and more for ages five and younger. Morgan Memorial Library and North Suffolk Library. visitsuffolkva.com
Dec. 31: Last Night on the Town
Ring in the New Year at this free celebration that’s perfect for the whole family. Town Center of Virginia Beach. beacheventsvb.com
Jan. 1, 2025: First Night Holiday Hike
Start 2025 off with a night hike down the boardwalk. Virginia Beach Boardwalk. beacheventsvb.com
ART
Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg
301 S. Nassau St., Williamsburg. 888-965-7254.
colonialwilliamsburg.org
Opening Nov. 9: Celebrities in Print
Ongoing: Worlds Collide: Archaeology and Global Trade in Williamsburg
Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries
4509 Monarch Way, Norfolk.
757-683-6271.
odu.edu
Ongoing: MAMA-Girl!
Through Nov. 9: Dane Winkler: The Hum
Barry Art Museum
Old Dominion University
1075 W 43rd St., Norfolk.
757-683-6200.
barryartmuseum.odu.edu
Ongoing: Message in a Bottle: Picturing Maritime Culture in Hampton Roads; Dollhaus: Reimagining the Domestic Space
The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center
4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. 757-727-1490.
hamptonarts.net
Through Nov. 9: Virginia Artists Juried Exhibition; Cesar Carbajal
Opening Nov. 30: Small Works
Chrysler Museum of Art
1 Memorial Place, Norfolk.
757-664-6200.chrysler.org
Opening Nov. 7: Framing the Expanded Field: Robert Smithson’s Spiral Jetty
Ongoing: Peter Bremers: Ice to Water; New Frames of Reference: Early French Photographers at Home and Abroad; Farm to Table: Art, Food, and Identity in the Age of Impressionism
Through Dec. 1: Bernard Conda: A Day in the Life
D’Art Center
740 Boush St., Norfolk.
757-625-4211.
d-artcenter.org
Through Nov. 16: VIVID; Jorge. A Saenz: Urban Echoes
Opening Nov. 30: Adorn: A Collection of Artisanal Jewelry from Across the Country; Kindred
Gallery at York Hall
301 Main St., Yorktown.
757-890-4490.
visityorktown.org
Nov. 1-30: Christmas in Yorktown Photography Exhibit
Dec. 1-31: Winter Photography Exhibit
Hermitage Museum & Gardens
7637 N Shore Road, Norfolk.
757-423-2052.
thehermitagemuseum.org
Nov. 9: Remarkable Trees
of the Hermitage
Nov. 15: Harvest at the Hermitage
Dec. 7: The Hermitage Holiday Village
Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center
1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News. 757-594-0800.
thetorggler.org
Opening Nov. 2: Reflections: Surface and Substance
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center
400 High St., Portsmouth.
757-393-8543.
portsmouthartcenter.com
Nov. 29-Dec. 29: Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Nursery Collection
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
2200 Parks Ave., Virginia Beach. 757-425-0000.
virginiamoca.org
Ongoing: Made in VA Biennial; Nikki Leone: Rule Breaker; Art of the ViBe 4
MUSEUMS
Children’s Museum of Virginia
221 High St., Portsmouth.
757-393-5258.
childrensmuseumvirginia.com
Nov. 20: Homeschool Day
Colonial Williamsburg
101 Visitor Center Drive, Williamsburg. 888-965-7254.
colonialwilliamsburg.org
Throughout November: American Indian Heritage Month
Hampton History Museum
120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. 757-727-1102.
hampton.gov
Ongoing: The 1619 Traveling Exhibit; NASA’s Human Computers; NASA: Hampton Takes Flight; Historic Black Beaches
Hunter House Victorian Museum
240 W. Freemason St., Norfolk. 757-623-9814.
hunterhousemuseum.org
Nov. 2: Nevermore Market
Nov. 17: A Tea in Narnia
Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
757-253-4838. jyfmuseums.org
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Commemoration
Nov. 20: Director’s Series
Dec. 1: Museum Store Sunday
Dec. 28: Master Storyteller Perry Ground
The Mariners’ Museum and Park
100 Museum Drive,
Newport News. 757-596-2222.
marinersmuseum.org
Nov. 8: The Guns of CSS Virginia
Nov. 14: Left for Dead
Dec. 13: The Wounding and Recovery of Lieutenant John Lorimer Warden
Nauticus
1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk.
757-664-1000.
nauticus.org
Nov. 1-3: Learn to Sail
Nov. 9-10: Reimagine Grand Opening
Nov. 27, Dec. 18: Toddler Time
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth Blvd.,
Virginia Beach. 757-385-3474.
virginiaaquarium.com
Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Toddler Tuesday
Nov. 9, Dec. 14: Sensory Friendly Morning
Virginia Living Museum
524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.,
Newport News. 757-595-1900.
thevlm.org
Nov. 9, Dec. 14: Stargazing Night
Dec. 19-22: Winter Nature Nights
Virginia Zoo
300 Granby St., Norfolk.
757-441-2374.
virginiazoo.org
Nov. 7, 14, 21, Dec. 1, 5, 12, 19: Zoo Tales
Nov. 21: Wild Tykes
Dec. 7: Holiday Market
MUSIC & STAGE
Attucks Theatre
100 Church St., Norfolk.
757-664-6464.
sevenvenues.com
Nov. 15: Unsubscribe Podcast
Nov. 16: Attucks Jazz Series
Dec. 3: The Kingdom Choir
Dec. 14: A Jazzy Christmas Show
Chartway Arena
4320 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk.
757-683-4444.
chartwayarena.com
Nov. 6: A Day to Remember
Nov. 9: Chris Tomlin
Nov. 12: Sesame Street Live!
Nov. 12: Monica
Nov. 27: Pierce the Veil
Chrysler Hall
215 St. Pauls Blvd., Norfolk.
757-664-6464.
sevenvenues.com
NOVEMBER
9-10: Paw Patrol Live!; 12: The Norfolk Forum; 15: World Ballet Company: Swan Lake; 16: Bonnie Raitt; 30: A Gospel Christmas
DECEMBER
2: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas; 5: The Nutcracker; 6: Cece Winans Christmas; 12: Steve-O; 14: Holiday POPs!; 26-29: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Dede Robertson Theatre
1000 Regent University Dr., Virginia Beach. 757-352-4036.
regent.edu
Nov. 22-24, Dec. 6-8: Babette’s Feast
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
2410 Wickham Ave.,
Newport News. 757-247-8950.
downinggross.org
Nov. 12, Dec. 10: 25 Mics
Dec. 13: Holiday Frost
Dec. 21: The Unifics & Friends Holiday Concert
Elevation 27
600 Nevan Road, Virginia Beach. 757-716-4028.
elevation27.com
NOVEMBER
6: Struggle Jennings; 8: The Crue; 15: Ruf Records 30th Anniversary; 16: Drivin N Cryin; 17: Tropidelics; 20: Ky-Mani Marley; 22: Slushii; 23: Nirvani; 27: Kendall Street Company’s 9th Annual Turkey Jam; 29: Steamed: A Boiler Room Themed Event
DECEMBER
5: New York’s Finest; 6: The Nashville Night’s Band; 7: An Evening with Skydog; 14: Eyes of the Nile; 19: The Frank White Experience; 21: Green River; 27: Darude
Flat Iron Crossroads
7709 Flat Iron Road, Gloucester. 804-699-3361.
flatironcrossroads.com
Nov. 9: Dave Keller Band
Nov. 16: Performing Songwriters North of the James
Ferguson Center for the Arts
1 Avenue of the Arts,
Newport News. 757-594-8752.
fergusoncenter.org
NOVEMBER
4: American Ballet Theatre Studio Company; 5-6: Ain’t Too Proud; 15: Coffee Concert; 17: Take 3; 23: Jerry Herman; 30-Dec. 1: Virginia Regional Ballet presents The Nutcracker
DECEMBER
1: Mostly Kosher; 4: A Magical Cirque Christmas; 6: Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour; 11: Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas; 12: Holiday OPS!; 19: A Christmas Carol
Hampton Coliseum
1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton. 757-838-4203.
hamptoncoliseum.org
Nov. 7-10: Disney on Ice
– Let’s Dance
Nov. 15: An Evening with Sturgill Simpson
Harrison Opera House
160 W. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. 757-664-6464.
sevenvenues.com
Nov. 8-10: Carmen
Nov. 23: Desi Banks
Dec. 14: Vienna Boys Choir
Dec. 17: State Balley Theatre of Ukraine: Swan Lake
Dec. 21: Handel’s Messiah
Little Theatre of Virginia Beach
550 Barberton Drive,
Virginia Beach. 757-428-9233.
ltvb.com
Nov. 15-Dec. 8: How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying
Rivers Casino Portsmouth
3630 Victory Blvd., Portsmouth. 757-840-2278.
riverscasino.com/portsmouth
Nov. 9: Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
Nov. 16: Josh Turner
Nov. 22: Thunder from
Down Under
Nov. 23: Tracy Morgan
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
210 Market St., Virginia Beach. 757-385-2787.
sandlercenter.org
NOVEMBER
3: Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony; 17: Symphonicity Sister Cities; 27: Nutcracker! A Magical Christmas Ballet; 29: A Celtic Christmas
DECEMBER
6-8: A Christmas Carol; 11: Jim Brickman; 13: Harmony Around the Tree; 15: PBJ: Jingle Bell Jam; 15: Holiday POPS!; 20-22: Ballet Virginia’s The Nutcracker; 23: Messiah Sing-Along
Scope Arena
201 E. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk. 757-664-6464.
sevenvenues.com
Nov. 8: Keyshawn vs. Lemos
Dec. 5-8: Disney on Ice – Let’s Dance
Smithfield Little Theatre
210 N. Church St., Smithfield.
757-357-7338.
smithfieldlittletheatre.org
Dec. 6-15: Yes, Virginis, there is a Santa Calus
Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts
110 W. Finney Ave., Suffolk.
757-923-0003.
suffolkcenter.org
Nov. 23: The Copper Piano presents Dueling Pianos
Dec. 21: Masters of Soul – A Motown Christmas
The American Theatre
125 E. Mellen St., Hampton.
757-722-2787.
hamptonarts.net
Nov. 14, Dec. 5: Classic
Movie Nights
Nov. 16: Susan Greenbaum
Nov. 24: Riddick Dance Company: Can You Hear Me Now?
Dec. 7: Portrait of Aretha
Dec. 15: Hampton Roads Philharmonic: Winter Classics and Holiday Favorites
The NorVa
317 Monticello Ave., Norfolk.
757-627-4547.
thenorva.com
NOVEMBER
8: Weston Estate; 9: Morgan Wade; 10: Pop Evil + Bad Wolves; 14: Charles Wesley Godwin; 15: Lupe Fiasco; 16: Jessie Murph; 17: Local Natives; 21: The Plot in You; 30: Emo Nite
DECEMBER
3: Kes; 4: Boy Named Banjo; 7: Fighting Gravity; 28: Zakk Sabbath
Wells Theatre
108 E. Tazewell St., Norfolk.
757-927-1234.
sevenvenues.com
Dec. 4-29:
A Sherlock Carol
Dec. 8-23:
A Merry Little
Christmas Carol
Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce St.,
Virginia Beach. 757-499-0317.
thez.org
NOVEMBER 4. 30, Dec. 28: Plan B Comedy; 8-9: Balley Virginia: Elevate;
12, Dec. 19: The Z Open Mics
Nov. 16: Soul of Langston
DECEMBER
5-15: A Soulful Christmas; 19-21: Holidivas; 27-28: The Elf and the Reindeer
