Virginia Beach KOA

Residents of Virginia Beach KOA can join thousands in the community usher in the Christmas season with a parade from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on December 1. The marching bands, performing dance groups and lighted floats, as well as equestrian units, fire trucks and motorcycles will unite to provide a dazzling evening of entertainment for the entire family. One of the quintessential pleasures of the Christmas season is baking cookies for family and friends. A free Christmas cookie baking class will be held at Nuvia Rivera & Associates that will teach the basics of cookie making, along with the secrets only the pros know. What fun it will be to take this class and pick up some tips from the experts. All who attend will receive a free recipe booklet, samples and take-home gift. You are welcome at our park, where the community is brimming with Christmas cheer. Visit our website and book your spot today.

From now until January 1, campers at Virginia Beach KOA can enjoy the oceanfront night sky, which is alight with a fantasy of dolphins, porpoises and fish frolicking in festive bright colors. Adding to the holiday cheer on the beach is a 40-foot tall majestic Christmas tree. Also, each vehicle entering the display will receive a free CD of holiday music, so motorists can enjoy the sights and sounds of the season simultaneously. The festivity has received such renown and acclaim that the Southeast Tourism Society included it in its list of the top 20 events in November. Another seasonal upcoming event is the Virginia Beach Christmas Market on November 23 through 25, when visitors can browse through an incredible array of interesting merchandise brought by artisans from across the country. Vendors will be selling appliqued clothing, Christmas ornaments and jewelry, along with home décor, pottery and fresh greenery. Home-baked goods will be available for purchase as well. We invite you to...

November is a perfect time to be outdoors enjoying the bracing fall air. While the area has several destinations that campers at Virginia Beach KOA would delight in, one option is Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Over 9,000 acres, the area consists of beach and dunes, along with woodlands and marsh. This unspoiled beautiful refuge is a habitat for wildlife including some threatened species like sea turtles and the bald eagle. It is a nice spot for bird watching, picnicking or just relaxing and taking in the landscapes. Visitors can also hike and bike, as well as fish or canoe. The quiet peacefulness of the area makes it a nice escape from crowds. Before you go to the refuge, you may want to stop at Route 58 Delicatessen to pick up some sandwiches. Everything is delicious and they have the best corned beef Rheubens in the area. Come experience the pleasures of fall camping at our park. Visit our website and reserve your spot today.

Until Hurricane Sandy moves out of our area completely, please contact us to check conditions. Don’t venture out until the winds have died down and any storm debris has been removed from the roads. On November 2, the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts will present Drumline Live, a band that plays an eclectic mix of sounds with an explosive energy and athleticism. The audience will be dazzled by the choreography set to Motown songs, R&B and hip hop. On November 1, the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts will host the Capitol Steps, a songwriting political satire group who get their material straight from the headlines. Accomplished performers, they have appeared on national programs like 20/20 , the Today Show and Good Morning America . The group was founded when Ronald Reagan was president and it is still going strong. Our area offers visitors fine entertainment. Visit our website and book your spot today.

Airplane fans at Virginia Beach KOA should not miss the Military Aviation Museum, home to one of the most extensive collections of military aircraft in the world that date back to the World War One and World War Two eras. Visitors can walk right up to these beautifully maintained planes for a close-up view, and knowledgeable staff is available to answer questions. In addition to the planes, the facility contains other exhibits of artifacts relating to World War Two, including uniforms, vehicles and buzz bombs. Aviation enthusiasts and history buffs will be delighted with the interesting contents of this fine museum. From now through the end of October, the Hunt Club Halloween Fest will offer visitors a spine-tingling array of activities to celebrate this holiday. Attractions include the Haunted Hayride, Village of the Dead and Field of Screams. Our area offers vacationers an array of unique and enjoyable attractions. Visit our website and make your reservations today.

On October 19 through 21, Virginia Beach KOA will hold its Fall Festival, which will be a weekend of crafts, delicious treats and pumpkin picking, along with hayrides and bon fires. Join us as we celebrate all the delightful aspects of this season. Families with children will especially enjoy a trip to Hunt Club Farm, the only animal petting farm in the city. Visitors can ride a pony and feed a goat, as well as meet an array of other animals, including lamas, sheep and donkeys, in addition to rabbits, peacocks and chickens. Stop at the Lucky Oyster Seafood Grill for lunch and try entrees like the Cajun fried rockfish burrito, crispy flounder wrap or fish and chips. Aside from fish and seafood, you may also order burgers, soups and salads. This area is a lovely place for a vacation. Visit our website and reserve your spot today.

On these October days when the weather is neither too hot nor too chilly, it’s a perfect time for hiking or biking, enjoying the great outdoors. Campers at Virginia Beach KOA can head over to First Landing State Park, a treasure in the middle of the city that has 2,700 acres of hiking trails, cypress swamps and nesting grounds for an array of birds. In addition to hiking and biking, it’s a great place to fish and boat, as well as fly a kite or play ball on the beach. Bring along a picnic lunch, so when you find a particularly scenic spot, you can relax and eat while taking in the view. While in the park, stop for a fascinating visit at the Chesapeake Bay Center and learn about the cultures of the people who first settled the area. Another attraction of the park involves replicas of Native American community structures, located along the Cape Henry Trail. Our area offers visitors much natural beauty, as well as many other attractions. Visit our website and book your spot today.