Local Events

August 14-15, 2021

Kite fliers and spectators of all ages experience a visual feast at the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival.  This popular event features a variety of activities appropriate for all ages and all levels of kite aficionados.

Location: On the Beach and Boardwalk from 15th-18th Street

Hours:

Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm

Sunday, 11:00am-4:00pm

Free and open to the public.

Everyone is invited to take part in the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest.”  To enter this contest, participants bring a kite that they have made or purchased and fly it at the festival.  The contest consists of two parts: the actual kite itself (how it looks and how well it is made), and the participant’s ability to fly the kite.  Participants must be able to fly their kites consecutively in the air for 5 minutes at a height of 100 feet.  Kites will be judged on Flight (ability to fly for 5 minutes), Structural Design, Craftsmanship, and Visual Appeal.  There will be three competitive divisions: Master, Novice, and Youth (ages 7-14).  Trophies will be awarded for all divisions.

The Best Kite Contest is free to enter, and takes place each day.

“Flight Training” – Experienced kite enthusiasts will assist novice flyers.  Topics include equipment selection, laying out of lines, setting up the field, launching the kite, flying and landing a kite, and safety.

“Flight Training” will take place each day.

Families are invited to participate in kite building workshops.  These free workshops include kite materials and instructions on how to build a kite, as well as the aerodynamics of kite flying and kite safety.

American Kite Association members from throughout the East Coast will present kite demonstrations, perform kite routines to music, and fly giant kites (up to 80 feet long) that include an octopus kite!  Kite

vendors will be on site to sell various kinds of kites.

Awards will also be given each day for oldest and youngest kitefliers, funniest kite, most unusual kite, and biggest kite.

Admission to the kite festival is free.

Parking is conveniently located in the 19th Street Municipal Paqrking lot.

3336 25th Street

Virginia Beach, VA 23451

aturday, August 14-Sunday, August 15 – Atlantic Coast Kite Festival (on the beach from 16th-18th Streets)

Kite fliers and spectators of all ages experience a visual feast at the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival. This popular event features a variety of activities appropriate for all ages and all levels of kite aficionados.

Location:
On the Beach and Boardwalk from 15th-18th Street

Hours:
Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Sunday, 11:00am-4:00pm
Free and open to the public.

Everyone is invited to take part in the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest.” To enter this contest, participants bring a kite that they have made or purchased and fly it at the festival. The contest consists of two parts: the actual kite itself (how it looks and how well it is made), and the participant’s ability to fly the kite. Participants must be able to fly their kites consecutively in the air for 5 minutes at a height of 100 feet. Kites will be judged on Flight (ability to fly for 5 minutes), Structural Design, Craftsmanship, and Visual Appeal. There will be three competitive divisions: Master, Novice, and Youth (ages 7-14). Trophies will be awarded for all divisions.

The Best Kite Contest is free to enter, and takes place each day.

“Flight Training” – Experienced kite enthusiasts will assist novice flyers. Topics include equipment selection, laying out of lines, setting up the field, launching the kite, flying and landing a kite, and safety. “Flight Training” will take place each day.

Families are invited to participate in kite building workshops. These free workshops include kite materials and instructions on how to build a kite, as well as the aerodynamics of kite flying and kite safety.

American Kite Association members from throughout the East Coast will present kite demonstrations, perform kite routines to music, and fly giant kites (up to 80 feet long) that include an octopus kite! Kite vendors will be on site to sell various kinds of kites.

Awards will also be given each day for oldest and youngest kitefliers, funniest kite, most unusual kite, and biggest kite.

Admission to the kite festival is free.

September 3, 2021 – 7:00pm to September 5, 2021 – 11:00pm. At 17th, 24th & 31st Street Parks.

National recording artists you know and love take to the oceanfront park stages on Labor Day Weekend, September 3-5, for a salute to all things music.

You’re sure to find something to satisfy your musical palette at this series of FREE musical performances as we bring the talent of nationally-recognized artists to the Virginia Beach oceanfront.

Whether you’re sunning on the beach, dining at one of our resort’s fine restaurants, or spread out in the park under the stars enjoying the tunes, there’s no better time to be at the Virginia Beach oceanfront.

Location:
2nd Street & the Boardwalk

Dates:
November 19, 2021 – 5:30pm to January 2, 2022 – 10:00pm

Hours of Operation:
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Sunday through Thursday. 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm Friday through Saturday.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio. Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach. They are joined by light-up Santa and a 40-foot tall Christmas tree erected on the beach and in the beautiful parks along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through. Military tributes to the region’s strong Armed Forces community are featured prominently throughout the display.

• Tickets must be purchased in advance. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
• All vehicles enter the Boardwalk through the Holiday Lights at the Beach main entrance on Atlantic Avenue at 2nd Street.
• Vehicle queue on Atlantic Avenue begins at 21st Street.
• All vehicles must observe traffic regulations posted on the boardwalk.
• Tickets are subject to availability.
• No refunds on purchased tickets.
• Light show is held rain or shine. Show may be suspended or postponed due to severe weather or in case of severe weather forecast. Follow Live! On Atlantic on Facebook and Instagram for weather updates.
• All vehicles must be properly registered and insured to operate in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• All vehicles must observe the posted speed limit.
• Pedestrians are prohibited on the Boardwalk during light show.
• Passengers must remain in vehicle at all times and vehicles are prohibited from parking on the Boardwalk.
• These regulations do not alter or change State or City laws in any manner and guests are subject to all applicable State or City laws.
• For more resort info, please visit www.visitvirginiabeach.com

“At BayPort, we are committed to investing in our communities. Part of that investment is working with our community partners to provide family-friendly experiences to all of Hampton Roads. That is why we are excited to be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Holiday Lights at the Beach along the beautiful Virginia Beach Boardwalk” – President/CEO, Jim Mears

MAKE IT A NIGHT OUT

Families are encouraged to enjoy everything the Virginia Beach Resort features by Holiday-bundling BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach with dinner at one of the many fine restaurants or a visit to one of the exciting attractions at the Oceanfront. For information and specials, visit Atlantic Avenue Association’s website at www.atlanticavevb.com.

BEST FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENT

BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach has been named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 November Events” and one of American Bus Association’s “Top 100 Events in North America”! More than 20,000 families a year make this unique light show a part of their holiday celebration. This “Fanta-Sea” of lights will dazzle and amaze holiday visitors and locals alike.

November 19, 2021 – January 2, 2022 . Sunday-Thursday 5:30pm to 10:00pm and Friday-Saturday 5:30pm-11:00pm. BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach (entrance at 2nd Street)

Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio.

Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach.

They are joined a 40-foot tall “dancing” Christmas Tree. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through.

Location:
2nd Street & the Boardwalk

Dates:
November 19, 2021 – 5:30pm to January 2, 2022 – 10:00pm

Hours of Operation:
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Sunday through Thursday. 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm Friday through Saturday.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio. Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach. They are joined by light-up Santa and a 40-foot tall Christmas tree erected on the beach and in the beautiful parks along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through. Military tributes to the region’s strong Armed Forces community are featured prominently throughout the display.

• Tickets must be purchased in advance. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
• All vehicles enter the Boardwalk through the Holiday Lights at the Beach main entrance on Atlantic Avenue at 2nd Street.
• Vehicle queue on Atlantic Avenue begins at 21st Street.
• All vehicles must observe traffic regulations posted on the boardwalk.
• Tickets are subject to availability.
• No refunds on purchased tickets.
• Light show is held rain or shine. Show may be suspended or postponed due to severe weather or in case of severe weather forecast. Follow Live! On Atlantic on Facebook and Instagram for weather updates.
• All vehicles must be properly registered and insured to operate in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• All vehicles must observe the posted speed limit.
• Pedestrians are prohibited on the Boardwalk during light show.
• Passengers must remain in vehicle at all times and vehicles are prohibited from parking on the Boardwalk.
• These regulations do not alter or change State or City laws in any manner and guests are subject to all applicable State or City laws.
• For more resort info, please visit www.visitvirginiabeach.com

“At BayPort, we are committed to investing in our communities. Part of that investment is working with our community partners to provide family-friendly experiences to all of Hampton Roads. That is why we are excited to be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Holiday Lights at the Beach along the beautiful Virginia Beach Boardwalk” – President/CEO, Jim Mears

MAKE IT A NIGHT OUT

Families are encouraged to enjoy everything the Virginia Beach Resort features by Holiday-bundling BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach with dinner at one of the many fine restaurants or a visit to one of the exciting attractions at the Oceanfront. For information and specials, visit Atlantic Avenue Association’s website at www.atlanticavevb.com.

BEST FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENT

BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach has been named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 November Events” and one of American Bus Association’s “Top 100 Events in North America”! More than 20,000 families a year make this unique light show a part of their holiday celebration. This “Fanta-Sea” of lights will dazzle and amaze holiday visitors and locals alike.

November 19, 2021 – January 2, 2022 . Sunday-Thursday 5:30pm to 10:00pm and Friday-Saturday 5:30pm-11:00pm. BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach (entrance at 2nd Street)

Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio.

Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach.

They are joined a 40-foot tall “dancing” Christmas Tree. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through.

On Saturday, December 4, at 5:30 pm, join us for the Holiday Parade at the Beach, where almost 90 parade units make their way down Atlantic Avenue in a joyous celebration of the holiday season.

Giant balloons, marching bands, lighted floats, equestrian units, fire trucks, performing dance groups, motorcycles, and more join forces to present a dazzling and entertaining night of fun for all ages!

And, best of all, Santa himself makes a grand appearance to greet all his loyal fans as the evening winds down and thousands of families take the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Virginia Beach oceanfront!

The parade travels north on Atlantic Avenue from 15th Street to 25th Street. The reviewing stand is located at 25th Street and Atlantic Avenue.

Know Before You Go:

• Atlantic Avenue and numbered streets in the 200 block are closed to vehicular traffic from 7^th Street to 15^th Street at 4:30 (except 9^th Street garage entrance) and Atlantic Avenue from 15^th Street to 29^th Street is closed at 5 pm.
• Parade is held rain or shine. Parade may be suspended or postponed due to severe weather or in case of severe weather forecast. Follow Live! On Atlantic on Facebook and Instagram for weather updates.
• Public restrooms are located at 2^nd Street, 17^th Street, 24^th Street and 31^st Street.
• Parking is available at 9th Street Municipal Garage (200 9th Street – Virginia Beach, VA 23451), 19th Street North & South Municipal Lots (300 19th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451), 25th Street Municipal Garage (336 25th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451) and 31st Street Municipal Garage (209 30th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
• These regulations do not alter or change State or City laws in any manner and guests are subject to all applicable State or City laws.
• For more resort info, please visit www.visitvirginiabeach.com

Parking is conveniently located in the:

• 9^th Street Municipal Garage – 200 9^th Street – Virginia Beach, VA 23451
• 19^th Street North & South Municipal Lots – 300 19^th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
• 25^th Street Municipal Garage – 336 25^th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
• 31^st Street Municipal Garage – 209 30^th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

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Location:
2nd Street & the Boardwalk

Dates:
November 19, 2021 – 5:30pm to January 2, 2022 – 10:00pm

Hours of Operation:
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Sunday through Thursday. 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm Friday through Saturday.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio. Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach. They are joined by light-up Santa and a 40-foot tall Christmas tree erected on the beach and in the beautiful parks along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through. Military tributes to the region’s strong Armed Forces community are featured prominently throughout the display.

• Tickets must be purchased in advance. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
• All vehicles enter the Boardwalk through the Holiday Lights at the Beach main entrance on Atlantic Avenue at 2nd Street.
• Vehicle queue on Atlantic Avenue begins at 21st Street.
• All vehicles must observe traffic regulations posted on the boardwalk.
• Tickets are subject to availability.
• No refunds on purchased tickets.
• Light show is held rain or shine. Show may be suspended or postponed due to severe weather or in case of severe weather forecast. Follow Live! On Atlantic on Facebook and Instagram for weather updates.
• All vehicles must be properly registered and insured to operate in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• All vehicles must observe the posted speed limit.
• Pedestrians are prohibited on the Boardwalk during light show.
• Passengers must remain in vehicle at all times and vehicles are prohibited from parking on the Boardwalk.
• These regulations do not alter or change State or City laws in any manner and guests are subject to all applicable State or City laws.
• For more resort info, please visit www.visitvirginiabeach.com

“At BayPort, we are committed to investing in our communities. Part of that investment is working with our community partners to provide family-friendly experiences to all of Hampton Roads. That is why we are excited to be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Holiday Lights at the Beach along the beautiful Virginia Beach Boardwalk” – President/CEO, Jim Mears

MAKE IT A NIGHT OUT

Families are encouraged to enjoy everything the Virginia Beach Resort features by Holiday-bundling BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach with dinner at one of the many fine restaurants or a visit to one of the exciting attractions at the Oceanfront. For information and specials, visit Atlantic Avenue Association’s website at www.atlanticavevb.com.

BEST FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENT

BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach has been named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 November Events” and one of American Bus Association’s “Top 100 Events in North America”! More than 20,000 families a year make this unique light show a part of their holiday celebration. This “Fanta-Sea” of lights will dazzle and amaze holiday visitors and locals alike.

November 19, 2021 – January 2, 2022 . Sunday-Thursday 5:30pm to 10:00pm and Friday-Saturday 5:30pm-11:00pm. BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach (entrance at 2nd Street)

Drive your vehicle ON THE BOARDWALK through Nautical, Holiday, and Adventure Lands with a soundtrack signal playing traditional Holiday music on your vehicle’s radio.

Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in brightly colored lights against the moonlit Atlantic Ocean – are the stars of BayPort Credit Union Holiday Lights at the Beach.

They are joined a 40-foot tall “dancing” Christmas Tree. The light display includes archways along the entire length of the spectacular light display with fish swimming overhead and spectacular light tunnels to drive through.

PUNGO OFFROAD MONSTERS ON THE BEACH, PRESENTED BY EASTERN TRUCK & ACCESSORIES-RESCHEDULED FOR 2022 ON THE BOARDWALK BETWEEN 4TH AND 8TH STREETS

DUE TO ONGOING COVID-19 REGULATIONS, AND THE DESIRE TO BRING THE BEST POSSIBLE SHOW EXPERIENCE TO OUR GUESTS, PUNGO OFFROAD MONSTERS ON THE BEACH, PRESENTED BY EASTERN TRUCK & ACCESSORIES, WILL NOT BE HELD IN 2021.  IT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 13-15, 2022.

Pungo Offroad Monsters on the Beach, presented by Eastern Truck & Accessories, brings thrills and chills to the Virginia Beach oceanfront as Monster Trucks battle for ultimate sand domination! This family-friendly event is loud, fast, and exciting. Make sure you see the BIGGEST Monster Truck show in the mid-Atlantic ON THE BEACH with a race and stunt course built right on the Beach at 6th Street and bleachers overlooking from the boardwalk. Sand dune ramps and junk cars combine to make the racecourse fast and fun for drivers and spectators alike.

Monster Trucks battle for individual race honors as well as the weekend-long point series with the overall winner snatching the George Carpenter Cup as “King Of The Beach”.

Races on the beach track also include amateur Tough 4X4 competitions with cash prizes and bragging rights at stake for the competitors. Rounding out the track activities will be quad-racing and demos with jumps and exciting side-by-side action!

General Admission bleacher tickets are available as well as the Monster Experience ticket upgrade that includes a driver meet-and-greet, Monsters on The Beach t-shirt, Monsters on The Beach poster, race credentials and premium general admission seating.

Free activities are also planned throughout the weekend. The Virginia Beach boardwalk will come alive with the Show and Shine truck show and exhibitor displays featuring some of the most exciting new accessories on the market today.

Stay tuned for the 2022 lineup of trucks!

Monsters on the Beach Ticket Info

• Ticket prices will be announced soon.  Please check back.
• Children 2 and under free for General Admission.
• Everyone (any age) must have a ticket for the Monster Experience.

Monster Experience ticket upgrade includes:

• Meet and greet in the pit with the drivers 90 minutes before showtime
• Monsters on the Beach T-shirt
• Race Credentials
• Monsters on the Beach poster
• General admission race ticket in Reserved section of bleachers located mid-course for the show
• Limited number of Monster Experience tickets are available and may sell out

Monster Truck Rides – Monster Truck Rides are offered from the boardwalk at 4th Street.

• FRIDAY: 5:00 pm-10:00 pm
• SATURDAY: 10:00 am-10:00 pm
• SUNDAY: 12 Noon-5:00 pm

Truck Show & Shine, presented by Eastern Truck & Accessories:

Enter your truck in the Truck Show & Shine, presented by Eastern Truck & Accessories, to be held on Saturday during the weekend. Participating trucks will be on display from 10:00am until 4:30pm on the boardwalk north of 8th Street.  Awards are presented at 3:00pm by Eastern Truck & Accessories.  Winners return to the boardwalk on Sunday.

Admission FAQs

• Box Office and Will Call located on the Boardwalk at 6^th Street.
• Box Office opens 2 hours prior to each performance.
• Bleachers open one hour prior to each performance.
• Children 2 and under free for GA. ALL GUESTS must have a ticket for Monster Experience.
• All race ticketholders enter the Boardwalk bleachers from the Boardwalk at 6^th Street.
• All Monster Experience ticketholders enter the pits from the Boardwalk at 5^th Street.
• Limit of eight tickets per purchase.
• All tickets are subject to availability.

LA FIESTA VIRGINIA BEACH (FORMERLY LATIN FEST) RESCHEDULED FOR 2022AT 24TH STREET PARK

DUE TO ONGOING COVID-19 REGULATIONS, AND THE DESIRE TO BRING THE BEST POSSIBLE SHOW EXPERIENCE TO OUR GUESTS, LA FIESTA VIRGINIA BEACH WILL NOT BE HELD IN 2021.  IT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 20-21, 2022.

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For two days, Virginia Beach celebrates the sights and sounds of the Latin experience!

La Fiesta Virginia Beach possesses the key ingredients of authentic food, colorful cultural costumes and high-energy national Latin music. Latin Grammy Award nominees and winners headline concerts on the Beach stage at 24th Street each night.

General Admission pricing for the Beach Concert Stage will be announced soon, as well as pricing for the Preferred Viewing Upgrade.

Authentic Latino and Hispanic food vendors as well as retail vendors ropund out the festival experience.

Please check back for the 2022 entertainment schedule: https://beacheventsvb.com/events/la-fiesta-virginia-beach/

Proceeds support Virginia Legends Walk.