Bring your friends and family to the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show! One of the only outdoor art shows produced by an accredited museum, we strive to have the highest caliber fine art against the scenic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.
Friday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
On the Boardwalk between 24th and 35th Street
2024 EXHIBITING ARTISTS
VIEW ARTISTS →
Artists are the heart of Boardwalk Art Show—over 175 of them flock to Virginia Beach each year to showcase their talent along the boardwalk. Spanning 13 mediums and ranging from classic and contemporary to the unconventional and eccentric, it’s no surprise the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show has been ranked as a Top 15 Fine Art Show of the Decade by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
COMMONWEALTH LIQUID ART BEER FEST
NEW THIS YEAR: Don’t miss Commonwealth Brewing Co.’s all new LIQUID ART BEER FESTIVAL hosted in partnership with Virginia MOCA in 24th St Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Come celebrate oceanfront culture as Commonwealth brings liquid art and craft beer libations to our legendary Boardwalk Art Show!
LEARN MORE + PURCHASE TICKETS →
CALL FOR SPONSORS
Become a Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show sponsor and connect your business with our vibrant creative community. Now in its 68th year on the Virginia Beach boardwalk, this popular event draws art lovers, families, and tourists to the oceanfront, giving your brand great exposure. Plus, you’ll be showing your support for the arts and making a positive impact locally.
Help contribute to a memorable, art-filled weekend. Explore our sponsorship benefits here.
Artist Prize Fund¬
From October 4–6, 2024, artists will come from all over the country to showcase the highest caliber of fine art and contemporary craft along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. During the show, following a rigorous judging process, the top standouts are recognized for their outstanding artistic talent with prize money totaling over $20,000.
The Artist Prize Fund is a true representation of how our community embraces the arts, and it’s one of the many reasons artists from around the country apply to the Boardwalk Art Show. Your donation directly supports emerging and experienced artists and helps make the Boardwalk Art Show a premier destination in the art festival scene. All Prize Fund donors are invited to join us at the Artists’ Awards Party, where artists, Virginia MOCA supporters, and art enthusiasts gather to recognize the show’s standouts!
Be a champion of artistic achievement. Donate to the Boardwalk Art Show Artist Prize Fund today.
Volunteer¬
The Boardwalk Art Show wouldn’t be possible without the commitment of our incredible volunteers. Each year, dedicated community members and supporters from the Virginia Beach area and beyond assist in bringing the event to life, providing essential logistical support throughout the weekend, offering service and information to festival-goers, and helping to generate the lively atmosphere that makes the show so special.
Thank You To Our Sponsors¬
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
PNC
SILVER SPONSORS:
City of Virginia Beach, Virginia Tourism Corporation, Tymoff+Moss Architects, Capital Group, Glasser & Glasser, KPMG, Runnymede Corporation, Atlantic Shores, Checkered Flag, Clark Nexsen, Fahrenheit Advisors, Kaufman & Canoles, Old Dominion University, Rivers Casino, S.L. Nusbaum, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Venture Realty Group, Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer, 21st Street Art Gallery, Sheraton, WHRO, Waterside District, Atlantic Avenue Association, Brand Fuel, ViBe Creative District, Crunchy Hydration, Firehouse Subs, Pinup Coffee Co..
Interested in helping fund the Boardwalk Art Show and getting your name in front of thousands? Check out our sponsors page for more details.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please email info@virginiamoca.org or call 757-425-0000.
