Neptune Festival’s International Sandsculpting Championship
Photo Courtesy of the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival/Photo By Jessica Shea Photography
With years of experience hosting premier festivals and other events under its belt, Virginia Beach has earned a reputation as a top entertainment destination. Year-round, visitors and locals in the resort city have a large selection of events at their fingertips, from large music festivals to free concert series to captivating art shows and much more. Virginia Beach’s event calendar doesn’t become silent after summer ends. In fact, the fall season is when some of the City’s biggest annual events occur. Check out upcoming events you won’t want to miss.
Sept. 27: International Sandsculpting Championship
Make plans to attend the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival’s key event, the International Sandsculpting Championship. Don’t miss this premier event, which will feature sand sculptures of 32 talented sculptors from more than a dozen countries. Click here for more details.
Sept. 27-29: 50th Annual Boardwalk Weekend
Mark your calendar to celebrate the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival’s 50th anniversary. From spectacular sandsculptures and stunning artwork to sporting competitions and live concerts, this popular festival has something for everybody—and it keeps getting better with each year. Click here for more details.
Sept. 27-29: Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show
Shop for incredible artwork at the Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show while strolling the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. This top art show features a variety of art from more than 225 artists. Click here for more details.
Sept. 28-29: Neptune’s Surfing Classic
Catch a surf competition showcasing surfers of all ages. As part of the Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend, this surfing event is produced with the Eastern Surfing Association. Click here for more details.
Oct. 4-6: 68th Annual Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show
Gather your crew and stroll the stands of this popular juried art show on Oct. 4-6 between 24th and 35th Streets on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The show showcases more than 150 artists. Click here for more details.
Oct. 4-6: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Buy tickets to experience the life story of music legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Carole King in this musical at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. The Virginia Musical Theatre’s production will deliver all of her award-winning hits. Click here for more details.
Oct. 5: India Fest
Take a tour of India without traveling far! On Oct. 5 from 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. India Fest will take place at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The event has free admission and free parking, and will feature lively music, Bollywood dances, Indian cuisine, fashion shows and more! Click here for more details.
Oct. 25-26: Old Point National Bank Wicked 10K
Celebrate Halloween at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront at the biggest Halloween race and party in Coastal Virginia. Race weekend features a 10K, 5K, 1K, a Monster Mile, costume contests, awards and more! Click here for more details.
Oct. 26: The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
Experience an evening of big band classics performed by the Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. The 17-member orchestra will put on a swing music show that will be sure to move the audience. Click here for more details.
Oct. 26: Pumpkins and Pirates Family Fest
Join this very family-friendly event celebrating pumpkins and pirates. Part of the Old Point National Bank Wicked race weekend, the Pumpkins and Pirates Family Fest includes fun games, loads of activities and music. Click here for more details.
Nov. 8-10: VA Beach Jeep Fest 2024
Stay tuned for registration information, but Jeep enthusiasts will not want to this festival featuring all things Jeep. This 3rd annual event will include beach cruises, a sand obstacle course, displays and more. Click here for more details.
Nov. 14: Holiday Lights Bike Night
Bring your bikes and family and friends for this free, festive event on the boardwalk at 2nd Street. Click here for more details.
Nov. 15-Dec. 31: Holiday Lights at the Beach
Enjoy a beloved Virginia Beach tradition, Holiday Lights at the Beach, which takes place on the boardwalk starting at 2nd Street. Tickets can be purchased beginning in October. Click here for more details.
Nov. 23: Fear No Ice
Experience a live, larger-than-life performance by an ice-sculpting group at 24th Street Park on Nov. 23 at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Full of drama, comedy and audience participation, this ice spectacle will have attendees on the edge of their seats. Free! Stay tuned for more details to come.
Dec. 6-8: A Christmas Carol
Make the holidays magical this year by experiencing the Virginia Musical Theatre’s A Christmas Carol, running Dec. 6 through Dec. 8 at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. Based on Charles Dickens’ classic story, this family-friendly production will feature new sets, music and costumes. Click here for more details.
Dec. 7: Holiday Parade at the Beach
Get into the holiday spirit at this free parade, which runs along Atlantic Avenue between 15th and 25th Streets. The Holiday Parade at the Beach will feature lighted floats, marching bands, dance groups and much more! Click here for more details.
Watch for more details about upcoming events in Virginia Beach as they are added to the events calendar at BeachEventsVB.com/Events.
All dates and times are subject to change. Please call ahead or check online before attending.