Virginia Beach KOA

What are you doing for Valentine’s Day? You’d be hard pressed to find a more enjoyable way to celebrate the occasion than attending the Big Band Hanger Dance on February 10. Dress up in 1940s attire, and come for a magical evening of dancing to the swing music of the Terry Chesson Orchestra. Instructors from the area swing dance club will be available to give dance lessons during band breaks. This is your opportunity to learn the jitterbug, Charleston and lindy hop. If you desire, you can also enjoy a three-course dinner, where your options include grilled chicken breast, seafood-stuffed flounder and grilled beef medallions. Dance-only tickets are $35, and dinner & dance tickets are $75. Dinner starts at 6 p.m., while the dance starts at 8 p.m. The location is the Virginia Beach Convention Center Ballroom at 1000 19th Street. Mid-Atlantic Sports & Boat Show Come see the latest and greatest in the way of boats at the Mid-Atlantic Sports & Boat Show on February...

Winter camping in our area has its distinctive rewards such as whale watching and thinner crowds. An activity you may want to try this season is horseback riding, as it is very enjoyable even in brisk temperatures. From October through May, Virginia Beach Horseback offers guided tours that take you along windswept beaches, where you can admire white-capped waves and take in deep draughts of salty, bracing air. The experience is safe even for first-timers. Prices start at $60. Wild Horse Tour Corolla Outback Adventures provides tours to see graceful wild horses that prance and roam along landscapes of beach and sand dunes. A water taxi will whisk you away to the Outer Banks where you’ll board an open-air vehicle to see the gorgeous creatures. The trip also involves learning about local folklore and history. Prices start at $50 Stay With Us Check out great savings on our Hot Deals page at  www.koavirginiabeach.com . The cozy deluxe cabins in our tree-filled campground ar...

If it has been a while since you laughed long and hard, attending The Dinner Detective may be just what the doctor ordered. This interactive comedy murder mystery show that includes a nice meal is coming to Virginia Beach on January 27 and February 17. The show hides actors in the audience who are pretending to be patrons. As you eat dinner, a detective finds clues, interrogates members of the audience and aids everyone in solving the mystery. The guest who can give the best answer of who the killer is wins a prize package. Rumor has it that the experience is a mega-hoot! Admission is $59.95 plus taxes. Hours are from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will be held at 1900 Pavilion Drive. Polar Plunge Festival The Polar Plunge Festival on February 3 starts with a run or walk, followed by breathtakingly chilly dip in the ocean. If such an endeavor isn’t your cup of tea, you’ll still have fun at the gala, as it includes live music, a costume contest and unique shopping. Hours are from 8:...

The fun in our beautiful oceanfront city never stops. Even in the middle of winter, you’ll find plenty of enjoyable pursuits here. Winter Wildlife Festival On January 26 to 28, experienced guides will take you on excursions to observe winter wildlife all around the city. The outings will teach how to observe birds, harbor seals and other creatures in their natural settings. Stop at the Princess Anne Recreation Center to browse through the environmental exhibits, vendors and live animals, as well as to engage in workshops. Children’s activities will be held at the library, and food trucks will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family event will be entertaining and educational. Admission is free, and hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The address is Princess 1400 Nimmo Parkway. Three Ships Coffee Roasters Baby, it’s cold outside! When you’re sightseeing around town on chilly days, there is nothing like dropping into a café to warm up with some freshly roasted coffee. At Th...