Virginia Beach KOA

October, the magical month when leaves turn colors and refreshing cool fronts arrive, is such a wonderful time in our area. Join us at Virginia Beach KOA on October 20 to 22 for our 6 th Annual Fall Festival, which will celebrate the joys of the season. Families can expect fun galore with games, pumpkin picking, crafts and wagon rides. A special highlight of the gala is a glow costume party. We hope to see you there! Craft Beer Festival Our fall festival is held on the same weekend of the Craft Beer Festival on October 21 and 22. The event will involve samples from 50 craft beers along with live entertainment. Admission is $35 for Saturday and $30 for Sunday, but it’s five dollars less if purchased before October 16. Hours are from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The location is the 31 st Street Park, and parking is available across the street at the municipal garage. Stay With Us Be sure to reserve your campsite or cabin for this and other great events at the oceanfront/boardwalk in the...

On October 6 to 8, our campground will host the Devon Grube BBQ Classic , when 24 Kansas City BBQ Society teams from around the country will compete for a grand prize of $10,000. Attendees can chow down on mouthwatering edibles from a variety of food trucks. Yet the event is more than a competition: it’s a grand party featuring the music of several groups. Whether you like bluegrass, country or a blend of genres, the entertainment lineup has something for everyone. Best of all, the BBQ Classic is a tribute to Devon Grube, a U.S. Navy SEAL who lost his life in December of 2016. The proceeds will go to his wife and three young children, as well as Operation Once in a Lifetime. Tickets are on sale now. A weekend pass to the event is $20. Come enjoy the food and music, knowing the purchase price will go to a worthy cause. Stay With Us Be sure to reserve your campsite or cabin for this and other great events at the oceanfront/boardwalk in the months of September and October.  Check out grea...

A fabulous annual fall festival, Boardwalk Weekend on September 20 to October 1 is the time when hundreds of thousands of people gather at the waterfront to enjoy entertainment, shopping and food. [caption id="attachment_1714" align="alignleft" width="311"] via Neptunefestival.com[/caption] Visitors can attend concerts at various stages along the 32-block boardwalk and shop for everything from stained glass to pottery. In addition, the event includes a grand parade, volleyball tournament and Atlantic regatta, as well as a crafts show, fireworks display and running marathon. It will also be a good opportunity to sample local foods such as crab cakes and Italian ices. Admission is free. The location is the oceanfront from 2nd to 36th Streets, and the stages are at the 17th, 24th and 31st Street Parks. Hours are from noon to 11 p.m. on Friday, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday and...

One of the pleasures of vacationing at a coastal city like Virginia Beach is expressing your creativity by making sculptures in the sand. [caption id="attachment_1702" align="alignleft" width="311"] via Best in Beach[/caption] Attending the International Sandsculpting Championship on September 29 to October 8 will surely inspire you in your artistic endeavors. This premier competition attracts amazingly skilled sculptors from around the world to participate in what has become the signature event of the area. A huge tent will house 22 masterpieces formed by contestants who are vying for the largest prize award in the nation. Bring your cameras, as it will be a great photo opportunity. Live music will be a part of the festivities as well. Admission is $5 per person, and children under 12 may enter free if accompanied by an adult. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on September 29 and 30, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on October 1, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Octobe...

The summer is over but the fun continues at Virginia Beach. Here are some September events to put on your calendar. [caption id="attachment_1693" align="alignleft" width="309"] via Neptune Festival[/caption] Neptune’s Senior Gala Remember the big band sound of the ‘40s and how much fun it was to jitterbug to the lively tunes? You can relive this era on September 20 at the Neptune’s Senior Gala held in the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Glen Boswick and the Sound of Swing will provide live music for the enchanted evening. Tickets are $15 per person, and light refreshments are included in the price. Hours are from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The address is 1000 19 th Street. End of Summer Bay Bash Grab your honey and head to the Bay Bash on September 15, so you can dance to live music under the stars at the beautiful beachfront. Plenty of food will be available. Tickets are $125 per person, and hours are from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The location is the Cavalier Golf ...

On September 16, Oktoberfest Eastern Virginia will be held at the Hunt Club Farm. [caption id="attachment_1679" align="alignleft" width="349"] via Hampton Roads Events[/caption] It is the local version of the huge Bavarian folk festival that attracts 6 million people globally every year. Even if you don’t have a drop of German blood in your ancestry, it’s always interesting to experience the cultures that make up the great American melting pot. The event will feature festival games, live music and dance performances, along with German beers and food. Artisan vendors will be on hand as well. Hours are from noon to 6 p.m., and admission starts at $25. The address is 2388 London Bridge Road. Oceana Air Show The Oceana Air Show on September 16 and 17 will feature thrilling performances by the Blue Angles, in addition to a concert, exhibits and food. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the location is the Naval Air Station Oceana at 1750 Tomcat Boulevard. ...

Mark your calendars for September 1 to 3, when the 24 th Annual American Music Festival will be held at Virginia Beach. [caption id="attachment_1667" align="alignleft" width="311"] via Virginia Beach[/caption] One of the largest events of its kind on the East Coast, the affair will offer music for every taste.  Fans can hear the hit songs of a broad spectrum of more than 20 talented  groups, with headliners 311, Michael Franti & Spearhead, 3 Doors Down, Rebelution and The Wallflowers performing on the main stage at 5 th Street, and numerous local and regional bands performing at the 17 th , 24 th , and 31 st Street Stages. Tickets for main stage acts for each day are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show, while preferred viewing tickets are $40 and $45 the day of the show. You may also purchase a three-day general admission ticket at the Visitor Information Center at 2100 Parks Avenue. Concerts at the smaller street stages are free. For more ...