Virginia Beach KOA

Some of the best Division III college softball teams are gathering in Virginia Beach this coming weekend for the annual Beach Blast softball tournament. This event will draw 28 teams from across the U.S. and is hosted by Virginia Wesleyan College. Games will be contested Friday, Feb. 28, and Saturday, March 1, at the Princess Anne Athletic Complex. The Princess Anne Athletic Complex is located in the heart of Princess Anne Commons across the street from the Virginia Beach Sportsplex and Farm Bureau Live Virginia Beach Amphitheater. Partnered with the city of Virginia Beach, the Beach Blast is one of the most successful DIII softball tournaments across the country. The playing fields are a short drive from the Virginia Beach KOA. About the Tournament [caption id="attachment_656" align="alignright" width="300"] The Virginia Wesleyan College Marlins host the tournament.[/caption] Virginia Wesleyan College has always had an annual softball tournament in the ...

[caption id="attachment_651" align="aligncenter" width="600"] King Neptune bronze statue in Virginia Beach[/caption] One of Virginia Beach’s favorite Boardwalk attractions is King Neptune, a colossal 34-foot-high bronze statue that rises from the depths of the Atlantic Ocean at 31st Street and Atlantic Avenue, overlooking Neptune Park. The King Neptune statue was built in honor of the Neptune Festival, which is held each September. Volunteers of the popular annual Neptune Festival wanted a statue that honored the festival. They raised private funds and commissioned Richmond artist and sculptor Paul DiPasquale, who designed and created the massive statue. It was dedicated in September 2005. About the Boardwalk The 3-mile-long Virginia Beach Boardwalk spans 28 feet and features a separate bike path for rollerblading, biking or surrey rentals. Boardwalk attractions include sidewalk entertainers, amusements, free concerts, a fishing pier restaurants and much ...

It’s not too late to sign up for the 2014 Bon Secours In Motion Virginia is for Lovers Races presented by StellarOne Bank on Saturday, Feb. 15. Bring the entire family and enjoy running the 14K, 6K or 1K (for the kids)! This annual event starts in front of the Virginia Beach Field House at 8 a.m., not far from the Virginia Beach KOA. Why not stay in a cozy Deluxe Cabin, complete with full bath, kitchenette, and comfy beds? Anyone coming for the race can stay at Virginia Beach KOA and get 10% off campsite or cabin rentals. Here’s a brief schedule of events:   7 a.m. - 9 a.m. Packet Pick Up at Virginia Beach Field House   8 a.m. Sweetheart 6K Start (In front of Virginia Beach Field House)   9 a.m. Bon Secours In Motion Virginia is For Lovers 14K Start (In front of Virginia Beach Field House)   9:15 a.m Cupid's 1K Start (In front of Virginia Beach Field House)  9 a.m - 12:30 p.m Post Race Party Participants can sign up to run the entire 14K or entire 6K as an individual or a...