Virginia Beach Events

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

17th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

The Wonder Years, with guest Glom.

Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends.

Jul 09

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

24th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

The Gaslight Anthem, with guest Bennett Walker Wales. Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends. ...

Jul 16

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

24th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

The Wallflowers, with guest Early James. Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends. ...

Jul 23

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

17th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

Remain in the Light, with guest Chong Band. Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends. ...

Jul 30

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

31st Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

Queensryche with guest Shumaun.

Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends.

Aug 06

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

24th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

GZA with guest Phunky Nomads.

Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends.

Aug 13

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

24th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

The Struts with guest Dirty Honey.

Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends.

Aug 23

Coastal Craft Beer Festival

31st Street Park - Virginia Beach Oceanfront Starts: 3pm ‐ Ends: 8pm

Dive into summer’s most anticipated tasting event—the Virginia Beach Coastal Craft Beer Festival, part of the renowned Neptune Festival!

Sep 10

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series

24th Street Park Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10pm

Say Anything with guest Madd Francis.

Enjoy free live music throughout the summer at Virginia Beach’s iconic oceanfront parks — the perfect way to spend warm evenings with family and friends.

Sep 12

Virginia Beach Fall Wine Festival

31st Street Park Starts: 4:00 ‐ Ends: 8:00

2025 Dates: September 12-13. The Neptune Festival's Annual Fall Wine Festival is a highlight of Virginia Beach's fall calendar, inviting wine enthusiasts and visitors to indulge in a weekend of tastings, live entertainment, and coastal fun. ...

Sep 13

Virginia Beach Dog Surf Contest by Wags for Waves

On the beach between 6th and 5th Street Starts: 8:30 AM

You're invited to the first ever Virginia Dog Surf Contest! Compete with your furry friend or cheer the pups on from the beach. You can give back to the Virginia Beach Animal Care and Shelter, support local businesses and artists, and watch the doggie costume contest after the last surf team competes. ...

Sep 21

Baja Surf Classic

Little Island Park - 3820 Sandpiper Rd Starts: 8:00 AM

The Baja Surf Classic in Sandbridge, Virginia Beach is a local surf contest hosted by Baja Restaurant that unites the community for a day of surfing, fun, and fundraising. Proceeds support Equi-Kids/Equi-Vets and the Sandbridge Scholarship Fund, with heats starting at 8:00 AM and an awards ceremony and after-party at 5:00 PM! ...

Sep 26

Virginia Beach Neptune Festival

1st-33rd Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront

2025 Dates: September 26 - 28. One of the most fun Virginia Beach events of the year! Free concerts and seaside wine tastings, athletic events and a 30-block long celebration of the beach life on the boardwalk. ...

Jan 16

Virginia Beach Restaurant Week

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January 16-25, 2026. A week-long celebration of the city’s dining scene, with nearly 60 restaurants offering special prix-fixe menus and limited-time dishes across the Oceanfront, Town Center, and beyond.

Apr 04

Sandbridge Beach Civic League Easter Egg Hunt

Little Island Park Starts: 10:00

Saturday, April 4, 2026. Whether you're a local resident or visiting the area, the family-friendly SBCL Easter Egg Hunt offers a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community and create lasting memories with your family.

May 08

Beach Music Blast

17th Street Park, Virginia Beach Starts: 11:00am ‐ Ends: 10:00pm

If you're vacationing in Sandbridge Beach this May, don't miss the Beach Music Blast—a fun Virginia Beach annual event celebrating the golden era of beach music. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, this free, family-friendly festival offers a full day of live performances, dancing, and nostalgic vibes....

Jul 04

Stars and Stripes Celebration

17th, 24th, and 31st Street Parks Starts: 7pm ‐ Ends: 10:30pm

A festive evening of music, community, and fireworks at Virginia Beach's annual Stars & Stripes Celebration!