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Some activities at Virginia Beach, such as those below, are weekly affairs. However, regardless of when you come, you’ll always find much to enjoy at the waterfront. Family Great Adventure Series Every Thursday night, you can attend the Family Great Adventure Series , which involves using brains and brawn to unravel a mystery. Each episode has a different theme, such as Tropical Game Time on July 13 and Animal Detectives on July 27. Participants can choose to dress up as characters, and everyone who takes part in the endeavor gets a medal. The festivities also include games as well as a family movie shown on a giant screen. Hours are from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and the location is the beach between 20th and 30th Streets. Admission is free. Weekly Fireworks Display On Wednesday and Sunday nights beginning July 9, a fireworks display is held on the beach, launching from the water at 22nd Street but visible along most of the Boardwalk. The dazzling colors reflected in the water are beautif...

Do you like to dabble in art? If so, Chalk the Walk ARTsplosion is an event you’ll love. On July 8, artists of all ages and skill levels will grab a 4’x 4’ space on the boardwalk to create a masterpiece. No fee is required to participate, but artists are asked to bring their own chalk. The artwork, displayed on two blocks, will be judged and prizes will be awarded in the categories of amateur, professional and youth. Even if you aren’t artistic, it will be fun to be a spectator. This year’s theme is Meet Me at the Movies. Symphony by the Sea Concert Series The first concert in the Symphony by the Sea series will be held on the beachfront at the 31 st Street Stage on July 6. During this event that is free and open to the public, pops music played by the Virginia Beach Symphony will fill the air. No concert hall can compare to the outdoor setting, where you can feel gentle ocean breezes and see stars sparkling against the velvet of the night sky. Hours are from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sta...

Our nation’s birthday is special at Virginia Beach because it was here that the first English settlers landed in 1607, right on our shores. [caption id="attachment_1563" align="alignleft" width="309"] via Virginia Beach[/caption] Make plans to be part of the celebration here on July 4, so you can enjoy the Stars & Stripes Explosion at the beach! The Quantico Marine Corps Band, one of the Marine Corps oldest musical ensembles, will perform classic and contemporary pieces to the delight of the thousands who will attend the event. Head down to the 24 th Street Stage, where you can listen to the rock band at 6:30 p.m. and the concert band at 8:15 p.m. Fireworks will follow at 9:30 p.m. Both concerts as well as the fireworks are free. Alternative entertainment will be available on this evening. Chester B’s Motown Review will perform at the Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 17th Street Park, while The Deloreans will perform at the 31th Street Park. These conce...

Do you remember Woodstock, the famous music festival of the 1960s? If you missed that event, you can attend Sandstock , a beach-inspired version of it. [caption id="attachment_1553" align="alignleft" width="309"] via Visit Virginia Beach[/caption] This Tribute to Rock & Roll will be held on June 30 to July 2 on the waterfront at 24 th Street. Artists will perform legendary hits of Led Zeppelin, Boston, Red Hot Chili Peppers and others at two locations: the Hippy Dippy Stage and the Flower Power Stage. Each night, the music starts at 6:30 p.m. It should be a gas, man! Stay With Us Aside from walking along the oceanfront and taking in local festivals, you’ll find lots of thing to enjoy at our campground. The kids will adore the giant water slide and jumping pillow, while teens and adults will have a great time playing volleyball, basketball and other sports. There is nothing quite like outdoor recreation for revitalizing the body and refreshing the spi...