Festivals and Events

Awesome Events. Come out and see for yourself.

  • International Grandmasters and many local favorites are among those scheduled to compete at the Millennium Chess Festival at the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
    February 29 - March 2, 2008
  • Display your car or just come to enjoy the biggest collection of cars ever assembled on the Boardwalk!
    April 26, 2008
  • Spectators, avid kite flyers, and novices of all ages come out to the 4th Annual Atlantic Coast Kite Festival at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and in Portsmouth, Virginia at the Courthouse Galleries and Portsmouth City Park!
    May 2 - 4, 2008
  • An event of MONSTROUS proportions is coming to Hampton Roads! The MONSTERS (Monster TRUCKS, that is!) are headed this way, with the biggest monster of all – Megasaurus – leading the charge!
    May 9 - 11, 2008
  • Celebrate the music and culture of the Caribbean! 'Cause if it's Caribbean, it's probably rooted in the steel band! And if it's Caribbean, it has to take place outside! So, what better place than the beautiful Virginia Beach oceanfront?
    May 9 - 11, 2008
  • Virginia Beach becomes the Beach Music “capital” of the East Coast, hosting oldies bands for a jam-packed rockin’ and rollin’ party. Celebrate the popularity of “Beach Music” in the sun and dancing under the stars!
    May 14 - 18, 2008
  • We're blitzing again! Come kick back with your favorite coaches, players, alumni and cheerleaders. It's a skins fan dream weekend!
    May 17 - 18, 2008
  • Explore the world of fine wine! Travel the world at this international wine tasting extravaganza.
    May 17, 2008
  • Remember the Music-Remember the Heroes is a star-spangled, red, white and blue salute to our military heroes through the music of yesterday and today.
    May 23 - 25, 2008
  • There's more than just fun in the sun at this unique Latin-flavored event featuring good food, dancing, and great music! It's sure to spice up your weekend!
    June 6 - 7, 2008
  • Beachstreet USA - Your Summer Time Family-Friendly Entertainment Experience!
    Begins June 13th
  • The “King” and friends come together for an entire weekend of great music and fun events.
    June 19 - 21, 2008
  • We're throwing a star-spangled celebration on the Virginia Beach oceanfront at Stars and Stripes Explosion July 4, 2008!
    July 4, 2008
  • The Crab is King at this one-of-a-kind event that’s fun for the whole family! Held at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, there is no better place for Hermit crabs to compete in The Mid-Atlantic Hermit Crab Challenge!
    July 12, 2008
  • The 17th Street Art Festival brings the park alive with fine art and gallery-quality crafts, while the boardwalk comes alive as participants illustrate our theme “Totally Television.”
    July 26, 2008
  • Celebrate the essence of Soul! Experience music, entertainment, food, arts and crafts and a variety of activites during this smooth weekend!
    August 22 - 23, 2008
  • The largest outdoor music event on the East Coast! This year's lineup includes the B-52s, Billy Idol, and Morris Day!
    August 29 - 31, 2008
  • Featuring Ruf's Blues Caravan 2008 with Deborah Coleman, Candye Kane, and Dani Wilde; Kenny Neal; Jimmy Thackery and the Drivers, and many more!
    September 12 - 14, 2008
  • Food is at the heart of Festa Italiana! Pizza, lasagna, chicken parmesan and all of your favorites, including entertainment from the World Pizza Champions and Aaron Caruso.
    September 19 - 20, 2008
  • A Celebration of Everything German! From Dachshunds to Bavarian cuisine, even a German Oompa Band - don't miss out.
    October 11 - 12, 2008
  • Hampton Roads’ favorite holiday destination will light up the Virginia Beach boardwalk during the holidays!
    November 21 - January 1, 2009
  • Come Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront!
    December 6, 2008