Local Events

2023 Coastal Virginia Hospitality Expo

Date February 15, 2023

Place: Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
5700 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Time: 2pm to 6pm
Theme: Mardi Gras

Every year, our trade show gives exhibitors unmatched exposure to thousands of buyers, visitors, and industry leaders in hospitality. Visitors at Coastal Virginia Hospitality Expo enjoys a professional and user-friendly show, packed with engaging events, and networking opportunities. You can think of the Coastal Virginia Hospitality Expo as a networking/party event with adult beverages and food. Don’t want to miss out! Sign up today.

Reserve your table and sponsorship packet now by clicking here.

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Mar 17-19, 2023

Shamrock weekend has always been legendary, but 2023 is Gonna Be Epic!  The 51st running of the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend will take place in Virginia Beach, Virginia on March 17-19, 2023.

This St. Paddy’s Day tradition has a race distance for every goal: Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, and challenges. No matter the distance, you’ll experience the best of Coastal Virginia on our flat, fast, and scenic course before you cross the finish line overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The party continues after the race at our post race celebration on the beach with Yuengling Beer, Murphy’s Irish Stew, and Live Music.

Make the most of your race. Plan your race weekend, and experience the luck of the Irish in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The event takes place on April 22, 2023.

EAST COAST SHE CRAB SOUP CLASSIC PARTICIPANTS
Presented by the Culinary Institute of Virginia, the competition features regional testaurants vying for the title of Best She Crab Soup. Attendees taste and vote for the People’s Choice Awards, while four regional cuisine experts serve up Critic’s Choice Awards.

EAST COAST SHE CRAB SOUP CLASSIC TICKETS
The limited number of East Coast She Crab Soup Classic tickets usually sell out in advance. Online tickets cost $20 plus fees through Ticketmaster. The Virginia Beach Visitor Information Center also sells tickets, and only accepts cash or check. Children 12 and younger who are with an adult and not tasting are free.

WHAT TO BRING
The She Crab Soup Classic happens rain or shine. Dogs and beach chairs are not permitted in the tasting area. Comfortable shoes and sunglasses or hat are advised.

Something in the Water is back, April 28-30, 2023!

Virginia Beach is a buzz year-round with events, festivals and activities. However, spring time is when the coastal city truly heats up. Throughout Virginia Beach, from the Oceanfront to inland, you can find happenings for every interest. The newest event to hit Virginia Beach is Something in the Water, a weekend music and entertainment festival.

About Something in the Water

Something in the Water is the brainchild of rapper, song writer and producer Pharrell Williams. In addition to his musical accolades, Williams is also a Virginia Beach native who wanted to bring something exciting to his city. When Williams announced the Something in the Water music festival, the event quickly garnered both local and national attention.

In a statement, Williams said, “Virginia needs this right now and the world will see what we Virginians have known all along: there really is Something in the Water.”

For more info about this event or to buy tickets: somethinginthewater.com

May 6-7, 2022 – 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.

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.

May 12-13, 2022 – Beach Music Weekend (on the beach at 30th Street)
Beach Music Weekend features bands on the beach with dancing under the stars for a jam-packed blast from the past! The top Beach Music bands from up and down the East Coast descend on the Virginia Beach oceanfront in a nostalgic salute to the “good old days” of hot tunes and cool times.

A three-day series of ticketed concerts is presented on a stage built right on the beach at 30th Street. Evening concerts on Friday give way to a full day of entertainment on Saturday and more daytime concerts on Sunday.

The General Admission weekend pass will be available in advance of the festival.

MAY 19-21, 2023.

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”.

Travel the world without leaving the beach!

31st Street Park is transformed into a hub of tasting stations from around the world with over 70 wines from 8 countries, each featuring blends and styles that are sure to ignite the traveler in you.

Each tasting ticket includes a commemorative wine glass, unlimited tastings, live music from two bands, and the ability to purchase food from two local food trucks.

With the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop, grab your tickets and let your palate do the traveling as you enjoy an afternoon of live music and good company!

A World Surf League 1000 longboarding event, come down to 1st street Jetty at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and experience the art, surf, and culture from an event that draws in competitors from around the world.

• Presented By: Coastal Edge
• May 26, 2023 – May 29, 2023
• Recurring daily
• Oceanfront
• 1st Street Jetty, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

A 3 day vibrant festival renowned for its unique atmosphere, the quality of the athletes competing in high adrenaline action sports such as skateboarding, bouldering, break dancing and BASE jumping.  JACKALOPE is the ultimate gathering of Canada’s action sport communities, bringing together top athletes and professionals in the featured sports as well as enthusiasts and curious. This thrilling festival hosts world-class competitions and demonstrations by world-renowned skateboarders, BASE jumpers, breakdancers and boulderers.

In addition to all the things to see, there is also a multitude of things to do like shopping in the pop up shops, savoring our coastal flavors at local restaurants, experiencing surf sessions with our surf community, or chilling in the beer garden enjoying live music on the beach. Great times to share with friends and-or family.

June 17, 2023 – Chalk the Walk (On the boardwalk from 16th-18th Streets)

Chalk the Walk takes over the Virginia Beach Boardwalk from 10:00am-5:00pm on June 18, 2022, as artists and “wanna-be artists” gather to turn the boardwalk into an impromptu canvas of color!

All participants must register by 12:30pm to qualify for the competition. All drawings must be completed by 3:30pm to be eligible for prizes. Registration is free, and all participants should bring their own chalk.

At Chalk the Walk, participants draw four by four-foot chalk drawings for three blocks along the boardwalk.

Competitors will complete chalk drawings to be evaluated by a panel of judges. Judges will score the drawings according to criteria such as composition, use of color, adherence to theme, and creativity. There will be three competitive divisions: Amateur, Professional, and Youth. The Youth division will be for ages 12-16.

Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded for each division. Winners will be announced at 4:45pm on the boardwalk at 17th Street.

We will be registering participants on site from 10:00am-12:30pm. Capacity is limited.

There is no fee to participate, but it is recommended that artists bring their own chalk.

The Annual East Coast Surfing Championships takes place Aug. 20-27, 2023 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, from First through Fifth Streets.

Known as the oldest running surf contest in the World, the 61st anniversary of ECSC marks 111 years of surfing in Virginia Beach. This year, several hundred surfers from Menehunes to Masters compete for East Coast surfing titles, prizes, history and sheer love of surfing. Other beach oriented sports and recreation include the Coastal Edge Thrash Bash Skate Bash, the Vans Pro of surfing for both men and women, and a BMX activation to awe guests throughout the event.

Join us as we celebrate the beach life!

2023 marks the 49th anniversary for the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival! Every year, hundreds of thousands of people celebrate at the festival’s many offerings. Daily concerts at festival stages are scattered along 30 blocks of the boardwalk and feature 20+ performances from local, regional, and national recording artists. On the boardwalk, you can find over 200 artisans displaying handmade work, at an Art & Craft Show that has been ranked #5 out of 200 Fine Art and Design Shows across the country. Keep walking to find 18 magnificent sand sculptures created by world-renowned international sculptors at Neptune’s International Sandsculpting Championship. Other weekend events include Neptune’s 8k Race, Grand Parade, Volleyball Tournament, Atlantic Regatta, Youth Art Show, and more! See below for information on all Boardwalk Weekend events.

Friday, September 29th
12:00pm – 11:00pm

Saturday, September 30th
10:00am – 11:00pm

Sunday, October 1st
10:00am – 6:00pm

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Between 6th – 36th Streets

Experience a World-Class Wonder!

How else can one describe this event any other way than with an experience? With a world-class venue, 32 of the world’s most talented sculptors, and an exciting prize purse, Neptune’s International Sandsculpting Championship has distinguished itself as a premier event unlike any other. From the gallery feel and extended viewing hours, your sandsculpting fill can be quelled with a single visit.

It’s been the signature event of the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival since its inception, and has grown to the most prestigious event of its kind in the nation. With an international field of sculptors representing 9 countries from around the world, watch the professionals turn grains of sand into works of art in just 3 days!

Surf’s Up!

Young and old surfers alike take to the ocean in this surf showdown. With prizes to be had, make your mark in the surf of Neptune Festival month! This event is produced in conjunction with the Eastern Surfing Association, but you do not need to be an ESA member to participate.

Registration is $40 for the first division, and $20 for each additional division.

REGISTRATIONS DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 11 BY 6PM

Late Entry / Beach Registration will be a additional $10 fee, on a first come first serve basis, if space is available in heats.

All contest locations and dates are subject to weather and may change.

September 30th – October 1st
7:30am

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
2nd Street

Join us as we celebrate the beach life!

2023 marks the 49th anniversary for the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival! Every year, hundreds of thousands of people celebrate at the festival’s many offerings. Daily concerts at festival stages are scattered along 30 blocks of the boardwalk and feature 20+ performances from local, regional, and national recording artists. On the boardwalk, you can find over 200 artisans displaying handmade work, at an Art & Craft Show that has been ranked #5 out of 200 Fine Art and Design Shows across the country. Keep walking to find 18 magnificent sand sculptures created by world-renowned international sculptors at Neptune’s International Sandsculpting Championship. Other weekend events include Neptune’s 8k Race, Grand Parade, Volleyball Tournament, Atlantic Regatta, Youth Art Show, and more! See below for information on all Boardwalk Weekend events.

Friday, September 29th
12:00pm – 11:00pm

Saturday, September 30th
10:00am – 11:00pm

Sunday, October 1st
10:00am – 6:00pm

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Between 6th – 36th Streets

Experience a World-Class Wonder!

How else can one describe this event any other way than with an experience? With a world-class venue, 32 of the world’s most talented sculptors, and an exciting prize purse, Neptune’s International Sandsculpting Championship has distinguished itself as a premier event unlike any other. From the gallery feel and extended viewing hours, your sandsculpting fill can be quelled with a single visit.

It’s been the signature event of the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival since its inception, and has grown to the most prestigious event of its kind in the nation. With an international field of sculptors representing 9 countries from around the world, watch the professionals turn grains of sand into works of art in just 3 days!

Surf’s Up!

Young and old surfers alike take to the ocean in this surf showdown. With prizes to be had, make your mark in the surf of Neptune Festival month! This event is produced in conjunction with the Eastern Surfing Association, but you do not need to be an ESA member to participate.

Registration is $40 for the first division, and $20 for each additional division.

REGISTRATIONS DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 11 BY 6PM

Late Entry / Beach Registration will be a additional $10 fee, on a first come first serve basis, if space is available in heats.

All contest locations and dates are subject to weather and may change.

September 30th – October 1st
7:30am

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
2nd Street

Join us for the Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K, October 27-28, 2023.

Come experience Coastal Virginia’s largest Halloween race and party. The Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K Weekend presented by Bon Secours shows off Virginia Beach’s wicked side. Do you love Halloween? Do you love running by the ocean? Are you looking for a few tricks and treats? The Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K Weekend is the perfect place to celebrate Halloween and enjoy wicked good times.

Make the most of your race! Plan your weekend and experience the best of Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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