Virginia Welcome Center at Skippers

06/24/2024

Join the fun for the 4th of July celebration in Downtown Hampton!

Join us for a spectacular 4th of July celebration at Mill Point Park in Downtown Hampton, Hampton, VA - Gov! From 5 PM to 10 PM, experience a memorable evening filled with live entertainment, delicious food, fun activities, and an awe-inspiring drone show (at approx. 9 PM).

Mark your calendars, and don’t miss out on this exciting, free event with your friends & family! See you there!

06/21/2024

Experience the 4th of July Celebration at the Virginia State Capital!

06/20/2024

Don't miss "AN AFTERNOON IN THE PARK" celebration in Emporia on July 3, 2024!

06/14/2024

Enjoy a canal cruise this Father’s Day Weekend in Richmond!

Looking for a cool way to celebrate your Father this Father’s Day? Surprise him with a relaxing and historical cruise throughout the riverfront! Use code FD2024 for $1 off when booking online. Reserve your tickets now!

📆 Monday-Friday, 12-7 PM
📆 Saturday, 11 AM-8 PM
📆 Sunday, 11 AM-7 PM

Find more information and buy your tickets here now! ➡️ https://venturerichmond.com/our-services/riverfront-canal-cruises

06/14/2024

22 National Parks in Virginia showcase the natural beauty and history of the Commonwealth. Highlights include Shenandoah National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Virginia's National Historic Parks.

06/08/2024

The James River winds from west to east in Virginia, cutting through the Blue Ridge Mountains and the capital city as it travels to its final destination, the Chesapeake Bay. The river offers wild rapids, calm fishing spots, and everything in between fo...

06/06/2024

Don't miss the 45th Annual Seawall Music Festival in Portsmouth this Friday and Saturday!

45th Annual Seawall Music Festival at High Street Landing
Date: Friday, June 7, 2024 - Saturday, June 8, 2024
Location: High Street Landing
Description: Two days of great food, local and national entertainment, and a Saturday night fireworks show at 9:30 pm. Children's activities on Saturday, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. (Bounce House and Games). For more information, call (757) 393-8481.

Seawall Music Festival – 2024

*Friday, June 7th*

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Island Boy (Hard Rock, Country, Funk)
7:45pm – 9:15pm
Ned Harris & The Appeal (Jazz, R&B, Funk, Soul)
9:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Soul Intent (Beach, S**g, Rock, 7’s, 80’s)

*Saturday, June 8th*

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Lucky 757 (Rockabilly, Rock-n-Roll)
3:15pm – 4:15pm
5Starr (R&B, Rock-n-Roll)
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
J & The Band (Top 40, Classic Rock, Beach, Oldies)
5:45 pm- 6:45 pm
TFC Band (Motown, Soul, R&B, Oldies, Beach)
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hot Cakes (Country, Rock, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s)
8:15 pm – 9:30 pm
Better By Tuesday (R&B, Jazz, Funk)

06/03/2024

Norfolk Harborfest starts Friday!

Get ready for the biggest weekend of the year next! America’s largest, longest-running, free maritime festival, the iconic Norfolk Harborfest®, returns for its 48th year. Join us June 7-9, 2024, along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront for three unforgettable days celebrating Norfolk & Hampton Roads' rich maritime and Naval heritage. Enjoy thrilling activities, live music, the annual Parade of Sail with international tall ships, a spectacular fireworks show, a mesmerizing drone show, interactive family games, Navy exhibits, delicious artisan foods and beverages, national and regional entertainment, and much more. Mark your calendars for June 7-9, 2024, and don’t miss out on one of Hampton Roads’ biggest summertime events!

05/27/2024

Make plans to attend the Flying Proms Symphonic Air Show at Virginia Aviation Museum!

05/27/2024

Join the National D-Day Memorial as they commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.

Plan your visit.

05/23/2024

Make plans to attend the Coastal Virginia Bluegrass & Brew Festival!

The annual Costal Virginia Bluegrass & Brew Festival at The American Theatre is quickly approaching! Be sure to get your tickets today and enjoy the sounds of bluegrass music while sipping on some tasty spirits and crafts from Sly Clyde Ciderworks, The St. George Brewing Company, and more! https://tinyurl.com/3rz59tn5

05/22/2024

05/17/2024

⚠️ Following the guidance of our local Perry Weather meteorology consultant, the Smithfield Arts Festival has been cancelled for tomorrow, Saturday May 18.

The following indoor events will still take place, please come out to support them:

▪️ ‘Court Day’ at the 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse, an enthralling re-enactment of the court case 'Widow Rand Seeks Justice.' Tickets are still available at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, and 3pm here: https://1750courthouse.com/

▪️ Meet-n-Greet Author Event from 11-3 at Christ Episcopal Church including book signings, light lunch and church tours available featuring the magnificent stained glass windows.

▪️ Shopping and dining at our fabulous local shops and restaurants

▪️ Sunday concert at Christ Episcopal Church featuring Ricky Goodwyn Jr. at 4pm.

Plus, if you planned to pick up your Spring Vintage Market tote bag please stop by the Visitor Center between 10 and 5pm.

There are still plenty of indoor activities to enjoy downtown Saturday, and free parking will be available! Come out to support all that you love in Smithfield.

05/14/2024

Enjoy the Smithfield Arts Festival this Saturday!

05/13/2024

Join the fun at the Potomac River Festival in Colonial Beach!

The Annual Potomac River Festival in Colonial Beach kicks off a loud and proud Firemen’s Parade around the point. The festival features a Grand Parade, Pet Parade, Boat Parade, Beauty Pageant, music, food and craft vendors, and fireworks. It is one of our largest events of the year and a fantastic...

05/13/2024

Don't miss the Wine, Balloons & Tunes at Wind Vineyards in Tappahannock this weekend!

05/12/2024

Don’t miss the Blackbeard Pirate Festival in Hampton!

05/09/2024

Enjoy the Fort Clifton Arts, Music & Crafts Festival this weekend in Colonial Heights!

05/05/2024

Coming soon! Bluegrass in Boydton on June 22, 2024!

Make your plans for another exciting Bluegrass in Boydton! Back by popular demand:

05/02/2024

Don’t forget to check out the beaches in Hampton when planning your beach vacation!

Hampton, Virginia enjoys free beach access at Buckroe Beach, Grandview Nature Preserve, and Outlook Beach.

05/01/2024

Enjoy the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival this weekend at Virginia Beach!

04/30/2024

Don't miss Bacon's Castle Village Faire this Saturday!

04/30/2024

Don't miss Heritage Day in Courtland this Saturday!

HERITAGE DAY!!! COME JOIN US.

04/29/2024

Don't miss the Vendor Event this Saturday at Village View!

Call or text Barbara Suessmann 434-594-6811

04/28/2024

The Crooked Road, Virginia's music trail, winds through almost 300 miles of scenic terrain in southwest Virginia, including 19 counties, four cities, and 54 towns.

04/22/2024

Plan your Dolphin tour today!