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Don’t Miss Our Fall Family Festival

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Mark your calendars for October 21-23, when the Fall Family Festival will be held at Virginia Beach KOA. You won’t want to miss this wonderfully fun, family-friendly event that includes hayrides and pumpkin picking along with knockerball and carnival games. The Bunny Hutch, a local wildlife rescue service, will bring adorable critters to the park such as Junior, a 25-pound rabbit. One of the festival’s highlights is a costume party and DJ dance at night. Join our costume contest with judging in 3 categories: kids, adults, and pets. (Family-friendly costumes, please!) Special Deal: We are offering a special deal associated with this festival. When you pay for the first night at the regular price, you get the second night for only $10. The discount applies to cabin rentals as well as campsites and will be applied when you check in at arrival. Craft Beer Festival October 22 and 23 are also the dates of the Craft Beer Festival , an event that involves sampling craft beers from breweries a...

It’s That Time of Year — Time for the Largest Auto Show in Virginia!

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Rev up your engines and get ready to start 2016 with a blast! Accelerate into the New Year with style in Virginia Beach. Resolve to have more fun and stay at Virginia Beach KOA this January! The 2016 Hampton Roads International Auto Show is coming soon, January 8 – 10, 2016. The Hampton Roads Show is the largest new vehicle show in Virginia, and you don’t want to miss it! Head over to the Virginia Beach Convention Center to see what’s new and exciting in the automotive world. You’ll get to impress your friends with your knowledge of cutting-edge technology and new models! Featuring floor space and outdoor displays, every truck and car will have an exhibition with detailed information. Sales staff will be able to answer any of your questions, but it’s not a selling event! It’s an opportunity to learn about your future favorite vehicle and get in the know in the automotive industry. HRADA experts will highlight benefits of each make and model during the show, and buyers can discuss pric...

Beach Blast in Virginia Beach

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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 ...

King Neptune Guards Virginia Beach

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[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 ...

Join the Fun and Run on Feb. 15 in Virginia Beach

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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...

Extended Stays at Virginia Beach KOA

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[caption id="attachment_641" align="alignleft" width="300"] Book your Extended Stay at the Virginia Beach KOA[/caption] Summer may still be several months away, but it’s not too early to begin thinking about booking your site at the Virginia Beach KOA. In fact, if you want to stay in Virginia Beach for an extended period of time, consider an Extended Stay site. Our 30-amp, full hook-up sites are available at a considerable discount off the nightly rate. The rate includes water, electric, sewer, cable TV, Wi-Fi and access to all the activities and activities of the campground. Laundry, propane and a general store are available at the campground. Site availability is limited from May 1 through Labor Day. This offer is available only for hard-sided RVs in newer condition. Note: Reservations for extended stays (more than 28 days) cannot be made online. Please call Virginia Beach KOA directly at (757) 428-1444 to inquire.   Remember, our 375-site campground is...

Toys for Tots Adventure Weekend

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Stay and play at Virginia Beach KOA for a great cause in December! The Toys for Tots weekend will take place December 13-15. This weekend combines charity, fun and special savings for our guests. Come visit to see why we won the 2014 President's Award. We've teamed up with Adventure Sports Park to play paintball to support Toys for Tots. Pay for one night at a cabin or campsite during the weekend and get a second night absolutely FREE! More details will be available soon, but be sure to book your cabin or campsite now before space runs out for this fun adventure weekend. Visit our website or call 800-562-4150 and reference Hot Deal Code C5 to take advantage of this special deal. It cannot be used with any other offer or discount. If you do visit on another weekend, we have other specials available, all of which can be found on our Hot Deals page . Check back often for updated savings! Specials running through the end of the year include the Hampton Roads Resident discount, Mil...

Pictures from Fall Fest!

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We'd like to thank all the families that came out and stayed at Virginia Beach KOA for our Fall Fest! This past weekend we had a blast at the 2nd Annual Fall Festival. The weather was perfect and both guests and staff had a great time participating in and watching the activities. Guests enjoyed picking out pumpkins and painting them at our pumpkin patch, and Adventure Sports Park hosted Pumpkin Paintball Target Shooting, which was a fun and exciting event for all, which we will make a regular fall and winter weekend activity! Go to the Virginia Beach KOA Facebook page  and click the "Like" button at the top if you have not already. This will let you see all the photos from the Fall Festival  as well as upcoming news, events and photos. We always appreciate our guests posting about Virginia Beach KOA too, and posting photos or leaving comments on our Facebook page. Call (800) 562-4150 or go online to reserve your RV site, cabin or tent camping site today! Don't miss ...

Start Fall off with a Bang

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Don’t miss your last chance to see fireworks at Virginia Beach! This weekend the  Fireworks at Beach Street USA  will come to a close with a big finale fireworks show. View the show from 20th Street as the fireworks are set off from a barge on the water, only a few minutes from Virginia Beach KOA. The fireworks show starts at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 12. Beach Street is home to many summer events and festivals in Virginia Beach, but will also host the Virginia Beach Craft Beer Festival at 24th Street Park on October 19 and 20.  The boardwalk will also boast sparkling Christmas lights for the annual McDonald’s Holiday Lights at the Beach event. Come visit Virginia Beach KOA, then make a short trip to the oceanfront, where you can actually drive on the boardwalk and view the spectacular lights and a 40-foot Christmas tree between 2 nd and 34 th Streets. McDonald’s Holiday Lights at the Beach runs from November 22 through January 1, 2014. Don’t forget about Fall specials and even...

Virginia Beach Fall Fests

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Families can save money and have a fun time this fall at Virginia Beach KOA!  Just a reminder to guests, book now if you want to save money with our Buy One Get One Free deal, going on during our Fall Festival on October 18-20. This event will be perfect for families with plenty of activities to do with the kids like crafts, pumpkins, hayrides and our famous roasty toasty bonfire! Another alternative fall event is going on through November 1 at Hunt Club Farm, just a short drive from Virginia Beach KOA. Their Fall Harvest Fair will take place daily, with petting zoo, pumpkin patch, hayrides, pony rides and Carnival. On weekends there will also be bounce houses for the kids to jump in and DJ with music and prize giveaways. Hours vary each day so visit the Hunt Club Farms website for tickets, hours and directions. Then come back home to Virginia Beach KOA and cook out with your family, play horseshoes, basketball or sit under the stars and get some quality family time together. Our delu...

Craft Beer Festival

The Virginia Beach KOA Fall Festival will be taking place October 18-20 at the campground. And that same weekend the Virginia Beach Craft Beer Festival will be at 24th Street Park at the Oceanfront on October 19 and 20. We expect to have many visitors staying at the park for the Fall Festival and other local events like the beer festival, so book now before space runs out! The Craft Beer Festival will feature beers from local and popular breweries, as well as live music and food. Advance tickets can be purchased for $20 online or at the Virginia Beach Visitor Center. Tickets sold at the gate will be $25, and all tickets include samples and a commemorative glass. The festival will be open to the public from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Local bands will play each day on the stage, Jacob Vanko Band and Pawn Shop Lifters on Saturday and Seth Stainback & Rooster Foot and the Fighting Jamesons on Sunday. Visit the event website for more details on this festival. Don't wait to...

Fall Festival Coming Soon

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Mark your calendars for the Fall Festival at Virginia Beach KOA, which will take place from October 18-20. We always provide fun activities and events for families so they never run out of things to do at the park. The Fall Festival will be no exception, including activities like fall crafts, pumpkin picking, hay wagon rides, roasty toasty bonfire, and more! At Virginia Beach KOA, there is no need to worry about your kids holed up and bored in a hotel! Your whole family can enjoy the great outdoors and quality family time together at the park. Our amenities and activities available year-round include a giant bouncing pillow, two playgrounds, game courts, game arcade, Fun Zone, Kamp K9 Dog Park, cable TV in Deluxe Cabins and full hook-up RV sites, wi-fi, laundry facilities, and a convenient campstore. And we host many more special events for our guests on holiday weekends. We just had a lot of folks stay at Virginia Beach KOA for Labor Day, and a fun time was had by all by the pool, at ...

East Coast Bully Bash

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Reserve your spot at Virginia Beach KOA now for the 2013 East Coast Bully Bash . Whether you're a bulldog owner, lover or just want to make a few new furry friends, it will be a big event right on the park grounds. The next event hosted by the East Coast Bulldogge Club won't take place until April 2014, and we expect many visitors in town for the show so make your reservation at Virginia Beach KOA now! There will be two International Olde English Bulldogge Association sanctioned shows, one United Canine Association show a Weight Pull contest and Best Dressed Bully contest. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and entry fees start at $5 for spectators but kids get in free. Coolers are welcome and trophies, ribbons and raffle prizes will be awarded. We will be hosting many more activities and events at Virginia Beach KOA coming up this fall and winter. Stay tuned to our website, Facebook page and blog for more upcoming news and events. And you don't have to travel a long distance to...

40th Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival

Book your spot now at Virginia Beach KOA for the 40th Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival ! Events will take place throughout September, leading up to the Boardwalk Weekend on September 27 through 29. This tradition has become one of the top 10 festivals on the East Coast and one of the top 100 in the U.S. Stay at a top rated park in Virginia Beach and make sure you book now to enjoy all the amenities we have to offer. Hotels are always booked for this festival and at least 500,000 people are expected to come out to the Boardwalk Weekend. The fun has already started with Symphony by the Sea concerts with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. The Neptune's Surfing Classic and 17th Annual Fall Wine Festival both take place on September 7 and 8. Watch surfers brave the waves on the Oceanfront or join friends and taste wine from some of the best local vineyards. The Seniors Gala is planned for September 11 at Cavalier Beach Club and will be a night of dinner and dancing. And the month fi...

Hermit Crab Challenge

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During this time of year the boardwalk has many family-friendly events that are fun for all. Coming up on July 27, the area will host the Hermit Crab Challenge, a lighthearted celebration that the New York Daily News has included in its ranking of the 10 Wackiest Festivals in the World. In the Crustacean Beauty Pageant, hermit crabs compete to see which contestant has the most creatively and beautifully decorated display. Winners of past years include entries done in imaginative themes like Spider Crab and Beauty and the Crab. But the event isn’t about beauty alone; it’s about speed as well. Another part of the festivity is the Crustaceous 500 Crab Races, a competition where the claw that makes it to the finish line first is awarded the prize. Another important event coming up on July 27 at the Farm Bureau is a performance by the Dave Mathews Band. This group is one of the top draws on the concert circuit, as it has a strong grassroots following who enjoy their eclectic shows. The ent...

Symphony by the Sea

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A magical evening awaits campers at Virginia Beach KOA on July 11, when the Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform favorite tunes that are dear to the hearts of many. On this Thursday evening you can enjoy the big band sounds of Glen Miller and Duke Ellenton, as well as beautiful songs from Broadway Shows like Oklahoma and South Pacific. This free concert will be held at Neptune’s Park from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Is your inner artist yearning to get out? You can express your creativity at the Chalk the Walk Artsplosion on July 13, when the boardwalk will become a canvas of drawings. Participation is free in this competition that will involve three categories: youth, amateur and professional. It will be fun to try. Who knows? You may win one of the trophies or cash prizes. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. And if you have children you won’t want to miss the Summer Magic Family Night on July 12 that will involve music, storytelling and an illusion show. This family-friendly evening also include...

Oceanfront Entertainment

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A stay at Virginia Beach KOA is most enjoyable any time of year, but in the summertime it is especially fun because the oceanfront provides an array of daily entertainment. Here are a few of the events you can look forward to in the coming days. On July 1 and 2, Circus in the Park will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the 17 th Street Park. But that is only the beginning, as live bands perform throughout the week, especially on Saturday. The lineup of artists scheduled for June 29 includes Tropical Steel, Plastic Eddy and Tidewater Drive Band, as well as Mocean, Virginia Legends Live and Army TRADC Band. Another event in the area coming up on July 28 through 30 is the American Outdoor Show, an occasion where you can see the very latest products for camping and other outdoor sports like fishing and boating. The location is 1000 19 th Street, and admission is $10. The Virginia Beach oceanfront is an unbeatable place for a camping trip. Visit our website and book your spot today.

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon

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On March 15 through 17 the city will be hosting the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon, an event that will not only involve running races but also a sports and fitness expo. Virginia Beach KOA is offering a 10 percent discount for those entering the marathon. The only thing required is to show your registration. Another event on tap for this weekend is the 27 th Annual Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market. This creative festivity will feature the work of more than 150 artists and craftspeople from around the country offering paintings, specialty foods and photography, along with jewelry, clothing and candles. New lines will include home and garden accessories, such as statuary, birdhouses and outdoor furniture, as well as wind chimes, pottery and welcome wreaths. Everyone is Irish on March 16, as the community gathers at the Town Center’s Fountain Plaza to celebrate Shamrock the Block. This occasion will involve music, Celtic games and fun for the entire family. Come join us as our community l...