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Unique Events Coming Up at Virginia Beach

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From now until the end of the season, the oceanfront will be alive with big doings on weekends. Some of the festivities, such as those below, are opportunities to enjoy something rather unique. They involve entertainment that you don’t come across every day. via Pinterest Atlantic Coast Kite Festival Experience a visual feast at this annual favorite, with kites of every size, shape, and color flying high on the beautiful ocean breezes.   On May 5, come and watch, or enter the competition, which is open to all ages and all levels of kite aficionados. A kite-building workshop is included. Admission is free. Monsters on the Beach An event with high-octane excitement, Monsters on the Beach will be held on May 11 to 13. Those who attend can sit in bleachers and watch monster trucks race along the waterfront. If you love activities that are loud and fast, this is the gala for you. Admission tickets are $15 in advance or $25 at the show. The location is on the beach ...

May 5th Festivals

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Now that we’re getting deeper into spring, local community galas are gearing up. The two festivals below are on the agenda for May 5 th . via vabeach.com Kentucky Derby Party Horse racing fans will enjoy attending the Kentucky Derby Party at Seton Youth Shelter. The event includes live horse races, mint juleps, equestrian exhibitions, a hat contest, music and great food. In addition, it provides a large-screen live broadcast of the Kentucky Derby. If you can’t be there in person, this party is the next best thing. Admission is $115. Hours are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The location is Back Bay Farms at 1833 Princess Anne Road. Chic’s Beach Festival From noon to 8 p.m., you can listen to live music outdoors and sample craft beers at Chic’s Beach Festival. Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. The location is HK on the Bay at 4600 Lookout Road. Volleyball Tournament Attention volleyball fiends! You won’t want to miss the tournament held at our campg...

Friday Night Hoedowns

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via Best Market 2017 Now that April has arrived, it’s time for the start of Friday Night Hoedowns, a weekly event that will run through the end of October. On these evenings, bands from various genres provide a concert, and some members of the audience dance. The gala attracts people of all ages, ranging from seniors to children. All you need to bring is a blanket or lawn chair. When the weather is rainy, the concerts are held under a large tent. Admission is free. Hours are from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The location is the Virginia Beach Farmers Market at 3640 Dam Neck Road in Virginia Beach. Atlantic Coast Kite Festival The Atlantic Coast Kite Festival will create a feast for the eyes on May 5 and 6, as kites of every imaginable color soar up into the skies along the waterfront. The event will offer kite-building workshops, as well as awards for the best kites in different categories. What a fun family project this would be! Admission is free. The location is on the beac...

Emmet Cahill Concert

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via Patch Do you love to listen to classics like “Danny Boy” and “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling?” Do you delight in hearing them sung by a real Irishman? Do you enjoy Broadway tunes, folk music and sacred songs? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re in for a special treat on April 21 at the Emmet Cahill Concert. This young man has a beautiful singing voice, and he sings with his heart. Expect two hours of bliss, as you’ll be totally transported to the Emerald Isle. Tickets are $30 to $45. Hours are from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The location is the Church of the Holy Family at 2079 N. Great Neck Road in Virginia Beach. Terrapin We sometimes profile inexpensive- to moderately-priced restaurants, but for those special occasions when you want to go all out, we recommend dining at Terrapin, which is one of the top-rated area eateries on TripAdvisor. Exuding a contemporary ambiance, this upscale establishment concocts gourmet delicacies and serves generous portion...