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A New Season is Brewing … Delicious Craft Beer!

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Are you a hops expert? A craft brew enthusiast? Come out to Virginia Beach and sip to your heart’s content. Book now with Virginia Beach KOA for the Virginia Beach Craft Beer Festival. Bring out your inner beer critic and sip happy at the Craft Beer Festival, October 17 and 18 on the beach at 30 th Street. What’s better than tasting beer with a fantastic beachside view? Choosing from over 80 brews and 50 breweries while drinking from a commemorative cup! Enjoy fine beers from breweries like Boddington’s Hoegaarden, Sam Adams, Ale Werks, Southern Tier and more! Live music will keep you entertained both Saturday and Sunday. This outdoor concert and event will get you into the rhythm of fall with bands like The Vir, Dustin Furlow, Brandon Bower and The Buddha Council. Tickets are just $25 in advance or $30 at the door on Saturday, or $20 in advance or $25 at the door on Sunday. You can purchase tickets online ! Then, unwind at Virginia Beach KOA and enjoy the cooler temperatures and fant...

Kick off Fall with the Neptune Festival

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It’s that time of year again! The Neptune Festival is approaching, and you don’t want to miss out on family-friendly fun. Book your stay at Virginia Beach KOA and save on lodging, so you can spend your money on making memories. The Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend is celebrating its 42nd anniversary September 25 – 27 at the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. Come out and enjoy live music on stages scattered across all 32 blocks of the Boardwalk. You’ll get a great view of the ocean throughout it all! This year’s lineup features Spin Doctors, Eric Lindell, Marshall Tucker Band, Dumpstaphunk, Eve 6 and more. There will even be a special fireworks show on Saturday at 9 p.m. If you work up and appetite, swing by one of the delicious local restaurants along the Boardwalk. The Neptune Festival Art and Craft Show is also that weekend, so stop by 18 th – 29 th Streets to browse through spectacular creations. Over 270 artisans will feature their handmade paintings, glasswork, sculptures and photogra...

Enjoy a Weekend of Blues on the Beach

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If you’ve got the back-to-school blues, how about a pick-me-up of live music on the beach? Escape for the weekend to Virginia Beach KOA and enjoy easy access to oceanfront events. Blues on the Beach will take place on September 11 – 12 at 17 th Street Park, right on the water. Celebrate a cherished musical genre and enjoy two days of an outdoor concert featuring nationally recognized Blues acts, both local and regional. Past stars include James Harman, Terry Garland, Billy Boy Arnold and more! Don’t miss the instrumental workshops, personnel and festival performers and family-friendly fun. Tickets are just $5 per day or $8 for the weekend pass. The lineup is as follows: Friday, September 11 7:00 p.m. – Local artist 8:15 p.m. – NBN Blues Workshop 9:00 p.m. – Sugar Ray & The Bluetones featuring Monster Mike Welch Saturday, September 12 2:00 p.m. – Local artist 3:00 p.m. – TBA 3:45 p.m. – Jackie Scott & The Housewreckers 5:00 p.m. – NBN Blues Workshop 5:45 p.m. – Peterson Brother...

Let Local Bands Cheer For You On the Running Course

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Tie up your laces! It’s time again for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5k. This celebrated race occurs every year on Labor Day weekend in Virginia Beach and attracts runners from all over the country. Relax and rest up at Virginia Beach KOA, then hit the race on Sunday, September 5. Before and after, be sure to head to the beautiful Virginia Beach Oceanfront for the American Music Festival, featuring headliners like the Steve Miller Band, Rebelution, The Wailers, Sheryl Crow and Phil Vassar. The Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll Virginia Beach Half Marathon and 5k is great for runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you take a few laps around the block, or you’ve been training for months, now is the time to show off your skills and accomplish something great. The two-day Health and Fitness Expo prior to the races is free and open to the public. Come out and learn about health technology, fitness apparel, health and nutrition. If you’re looking to get fit for fall, this is the place for you! ...

Shop For Unique Items and Support a Great Cause

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Your kiddos might be going back to school this week, or perhaps you’re gearing up for a busy season at work. Whatever the reason, you can beat the 9 – 5 blues with an exciting vacation to Virginia Beach KOA. With live music, delicious local eateries, a beautiful beach, wonderful weather and a host of activities, Virginia Beach is an exciting destination all year round. The Town Fair at Town Center is taking place August 21 at Town Center Fountain Plaza in Virginia Beach. Come out and browse through handmade items from vendors, including art, jewelry, fair-trade merchandise and goods. This month’s Town Fair also supports a great cause — sending kids back to school with all the supplies they need. The school supplies drive will be available at the event, so you can drop off donations. You’ll have a blast coming out to enjoy shopping, dining, outdoor entertainment and more! Town Center is an outdoor shopping mall with delicious restaurants. From pizza kitchens, to grills and breweries, yo...

Cirque de Soleil Performs in Virginia Beach

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August is here, which means it’s time to take that summer vacation if you haven’t already! And if you have, we won’t tell if you go on vacation again — you deserve it. Virginia Beach KOA is a great alternative to staying in a hotel, so you can spend money on making memories! [caption id="attachment_909" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo property of Cirque de Soleil.[/caption] Come see Cirque to Soleil in Virginia Beach for the first time ever! KOOZA will be playing at the Virginia Beach convention Center until August 16, so hurry out before it’s over! Show times are Tuesday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 4:30 and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 and 5 p.m. KOOZA is an adrenaline rush of incredible acrobatics that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Set in a zany kingdom, the vibrant costumes and heartfelt story will draw you into a world of wonder. The story follows a loner who searches for his place in the world. It incorporates the art of clown...

Light Up Summer Nights with a Laser Light Show

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It’s almost time to go back to school, or maybe you’re starting a busy season at work. Either way, we know you could use a fun-filled vacation. Stay at Virginia Beach KOA and soak up the sun this August. The C3 Laser and Light Show is taking place at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront August 8, 2015 from 9 – 10:45 p.m. This unique experience will light up your summer with a festival light and video production. There will be lasers, pyrotechnics, cylindrical projection screens and a soundtrack that will pulse the beat throughout the beach. This thrilling presentation is titled “Rockin’ Adventure at Virginia Beach” and pulls inspiration from classic rock, pop hits and, of course, the ocean. The finale will leave you breathless. So, if you’re looking for something new and exciting to do with the family, this event is for you! Come back “home” to Virginia Beach KOA where you can stay as long as you’d like in a cozy Camping Cabin or a comfortable Deluxe Cabin. You’ll have close access to the be...