Find an ever-evolving list of FARMERS MARKETS in our region. We are always on the lookout for more, too. Fresh produce, meats, seafood, artisan-made items, prepared foods—you never know what you will find. Buy local!
Virginia Opera’s Spring Season
Virginia Opera, The Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, shares their 2021 Spring Season performance calendar—a thoroughly entertaining and easily accessible program with numerous virtual and in-person Features to be presented throughout the coming months.
General Director and CEO Peggy Kriha Dye: “Making music is our passion and we are thrilled to announce our Spring Season. We are excited about new collaborations, bold plans, and to welcome talented singers to our communities. As always, all of this activity will happen with the safety of our artists and patrons at the forefront of our planning.” MORE DETAILS
Virginia ZooFarm Reopens
The Virginia Zoo has announced the ZooFarm’s reopening on May 5, 2021. The barnyard boasts a variety of animals from sheep to pigs, big and little cows, cavies, alpaca and birds. Plus, a herd of 11 goats have just arrived for the season. And we couldn’t forget our buzzing buddies over in the red barn–the Zoo’s bees are getting an upgraded hive.
“We are excited to be able to offer more access to our animals and areas at the Zoo,” said Greg Bockheim, Executive Director of the Virginia Zoo. “The animals have missed you and we can’t wait welcome you back,” Bockheim added.
The Zoo is open daily 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Advanced reservations are required for all visitors and can be made at virginiazoo.org. Capacity is limited and all staff and visitors ages 5 and up are required to wear face masks upon entry, when indoors, when within 6 feet of others not in your group and in designated “Mask Zones.”
Virginia MOCA Extended Hours
May 27 and June 3 | The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art will be open until 8pm on Thursday, May 27 and June 3 in an extended hours pilot program to provide greater access.
“Many people in our community have asked for more flexibility in our hours,” said Director of Audience Development, Brad Tuggle. “If you are a working parent and/or have athletic, religious, or volunteer commitments on the weekends, we may never be open when you can visit. Expanding access is a mission-based priority. We continually review operations to identify and address all types of barriers. Recent changes include free admission, bilingual audio tours, and now revised hours of operation.”
The current exhibitions have less than a month remaining on view and close on June 6. They include: Nourish, a collaboration between 12 artists and food experts from our region with new work commissioned by the Museum, American Appetite: Selections from the Chrysler Museum of Art, Real Food Films, and a Community Gallery Open Call.
“We are looking forward to it,” said Virginia MOCA Director & CEO, Gary Ryan. “If it goes well, we are looking at continuing the extended hours for the summer exhibitions.” MORE DETAILS
ABOVE: George Benjamin Luks, “The Wedding Cake,” ca. 1910, from the American Appetite: Selections from the Chrysler Museum of Art exhibition
Virginia International Tattoo
June 3-6 2021 | The TATTOO is back! For more than two decades the Virginia Arts Festival’s Virginia International Tattoo has thrilled audiences with a spectacular show of patriotism and pride. This year, the tattoo takes the field outdoors at Old Dominion University’s S. B. Ballard stadium with an exceptional cast including military bands, bagpipes galore, drummers, dancers and so much more, honoring the greatest generation.
Busch Gardens Special Events
Announced on Jan. 5th, Busch Gardens Williamsburg will be open for special events throughout 2021—even during the winter months. This winter they will offer three new outdoor special events: Winter Weekends, Mardi Gras, and St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, with limited capacity admission, as well as their regular line-up of events which include the Food & Wine Festival, Bier Fest, Howl-o-Scream and Christmas Town.
Live Comedy Returns
Now more than ever, we can all use some laughter. Well the Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant in Virginia Beach is open and has shows booked! Must be 21 and over. As a health safety measure, they are only selling entire tables instead of individual tickets with two options: two-person table and a four-person table. Seating is done by the date and time of the ticket purchase/reservation, so you will be assigned tables by purchase date. The earlier you purchase, the closer you are to the stage. And if you’re feeling adventurous to give stand up a try for yourself, they offer comedy school online as well as in person. Check website for details.
Boulevard Update
Celebrating Women
Be inspired by five women on this last day of Women's History Month with The Sandler Center's free livestream, Celebrating Women 2021.
Persistence, Perseverance and Resilience
The Feb-Apr 2021 issue of Boulevard: a glance back and reflection on the possibilities moving forward for opportunity and growth
Boulevard Update Ed. 5 : Fall sights, holiday plans
Surf for the cure, star gazing, fall sights and some upcoming events for the holidays
Boulevard Update Ed. 4 : A farewell, the great pumpkin, Halloween events
A profound loss, the great pumpkin, and your Halloween 2020 weekend plans.
Boulevard Update Ed. 3: Horror movies, French-Filipino cuisine, street art battle
Details about where to get your classic Halloween movie fix, a local favorite restaurant reopens (yay!), and a street art battle at a local artisan market. Plus: What to do this weekend in Hampton Roads.
Boulevard Update Ed. 2: A new bike shop, a live podcast taping, a glow-in-the-dark high ropes adventure
Get all the details about the newest bike shop in Norfolk, a community-artisan live podcast episode and the glow-in-the-dark high ropes course adventure you won’t forget.
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Virginia COVID-19 Update
Governor Northam has issued new COVID restrictions, effective Nov. 15.
Opt Outside Beach Walk
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24 of the best events for the weekend of All Hallows’ Eve filled with costumes, fun and of course, candy for adults, kids, singles, and families. Have a spoooky Halloween!
The Ultimate Halloween 2020 Events Guide for Tidewater
24 of the best events for the weekend of All Hallows’ Eve filled with costumes, fun and of course, candy for adults, kids, singles, and families. Have a spoooky Halloween!
Nine local craft beer fall limited releases we’re stoked about
Regardless of the temps, we've got the rundown on nine limited release brews that'll remind you that it is, in fact sweater weather. Get them before they're gone for a year.
Six local farm stands to visit this fall
Support local farms and browse in-season veggies - plus a memory-making socially distanced corn maze or two.