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Salute Summer and Stay at Virgina Beach KOA

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Salute great music, men and women in service, and our veterans at 17 th , 24 th , and 31 st Street Parks in Virginia Beach. Have some summer fun with free, live entertainment on outdoor stages, and stay at Virginia Beach KOA for a weekend getaway! T he entertainment schedule for Salute to Summer is as follows:  Friday, May 23 17 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, Rare Mixx 24 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, TRADOC Concert Band 31 st Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, The Fuzz Band Saturday, May 24 17 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, Nature’s Child 24 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, Jesse Chong Band 31 st Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, DEJA Sunday, May 25 17 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, The River Boyz 24 th Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, Seth Stainback & Roosterfoot 31 st Street Park: 8:00pm-10:45pm, The Deloreans The “Heroes” Walk features essays written by local high school students on military conflicts in the United States. The walk serves as a fresh reminder for the price paid b...

Salute America at Virginia Beach KOA

Book your reservation now for a cabin or RV site at Virginia Beach KOA! There's still time to take advantage of our trolley service directly to the beautiful oceanfront beach and boardwalk. Families and rally groups love to stay at our campground because of our deluxe cabins, full hook-up RV sites, pools, brand new fun zone for kids and many more amenities in addition to local events and attractions. Here at Virginia Beach KOA, we make it easy to get to local beaches and historical and marine attractions. Our trolley service runs through Labor Day and leaves from right inside the campground. We also have many summer activities going on that you can check out by liking our Facebook page . We post upcoming activities, including crafts, chapel services, kids' activities, poolside fun and more! If you need any more reason to visit the campground during Labor Day weekend, we'll be hosting our Salute America Labor Day Weekend event August 30 through September 1. Local holiday act...

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...