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Summer Fun Continues at Virginia Beach

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Before the kids start back to school, you still have time for a family vacation at Virginia Beach. Aside from enjoying the fun activities at the campground, you may attend several weekly events hosted by the city [caption id="attachment_1634" align="alignleft" width="311"] via Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza[/caption] YNOT Wednesdays Every Wednesday throughout the summer from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts offers concerts featuring an array of musical genres that include folk, Motown, rocking country and more. If you purchase a scrumptious meal of pizza or subs at Ynot Pizza & Italian Cuisine, the concerts are free. A farmers’ market is also associated with the event. The address is 201 Market Street. Other Weekly Events On Wednesday and Sunday nights, you can see a fireworks display at the beachfront. After a full day of campground activities or visits to the city’s historic sites and museums, it’s nice to walk to the Boa

Virginia Beach Antique Show

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Are you an antique aficionado? If so, you’re in a lot of good company. [caption id="attachment_1625" align="alignleft" width="305"] via Virginia Beach[/caption] There is something about items made in another era that lend character to a home. Mark your calendar for August 4 to 6, the dates of the Virginia Beach Antique Show , where 100 dealers will present furniture, porcelains, silver, jewelry, pottery, fine jewelry, rugs and fine art. An appraiser will also be on hand, so bring your treasures to find out approximately how much they might be worth. An admission fee of $8 will gain you admittance to all three days of the event. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The location is the Convention Center at 1000 19 th Street. Stay With Us Stop by our bike shack to check out our revolutionary, motor-assisted electric bikes or the ever-popular beach cruiser bike, trike, or tandem. We also have p

Acoustic Evening with Patty Griffin and Lee Ann Womack

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Wonderful nightlife can always be found at Virginia Beach. [caption id="attachment_1611" align="alignleft" width="309"] via Ticketfly[/caption] Grammy-award winning singers and songwriters Patty Griffin and Lee Ann Womack will present a concert at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts on July 25. Each entertainer will play her own hits as well as share the stage for special duets. The event promises to be a rousing night of music by two of America’s most popular artists. Hours are from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and admission ranges from $46.50 to $72. The address is 201 Market Street. Art Crush If you’re an art lover, mark your calendar for July 26, when Art Crush will be held at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art. On this evening after regular business hours, the public is invited to tour the exhibitions. The gala, which will involve drinks and games, is a unique way of exploring the gallery. Admission is free with the museum fee of $5.50 to $7.7

NEW to Virginia Beach KOA -- Electric Bikes!

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If you’ve never ridden an electric bike before, you have to try these. You will love them! Pedal to the beach or navigate the campground on one of our revolutionary, motor-assisted electric bikes or the ever-popular beach cruiser bike, trike, or tandem. It’s easy to take the General Booth Boulevard bike trail straight from the campground to the beach and Boardwalk. There, you’ll find King Neptune’s statue, the Naval Aviation monument, Grommet Island Park, live music stages, shopping, delicious coastal restaurants and more! Got kids? They’ll certainly enjoy our very cool pedal and turbo carts. These come in two different sizes and have attachable rumble seats for toddlers, so the whole family can ride. All bikes can be rented by the hour, and we offer specials for half-day and all-day rental. You’ll find them a convenient and fun means of transportation, and they’re sure to enhance your camping experience. Be sure to stop by the brand new Bike Shack when you arrive to check it out. Stay