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via Virginia Beach Crime Solvers Expect a rollicking good time when you attend Pig Pickin’ & Family Fun Day on June 2. Pleasures that you can anticipate include listening to live music by the Beachnuts Band, participating in a cornhole tournament and eating scrumptious barbeque. Children will enjoy an array of activities and amenities such as the Bounce House, the Crime Solver’s Hunt and Caricature Drawing. Admission is $40 for adults and $10 for children. Proceeds go to rewards that lead to the arrest of fugitives. Hours are from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The location is the Military Aviation Museum at 1341 Princess Anne Road. Black Jacket Symphony Presents the Eagles Have you ever heard music that was popular in the ‘60s and ‘70s played by a symphony orchestra? It’s beautiful to hear the majestic sounds of symphonic instruments play the songs you grew up with. On June 15, the Black Jacket Symphony will recreate the Eagles Hotel California album at the Sandler Center fo...

via Patriotic Festival Certain perks are associated with living in a military town like Virginia Beach. Some of the assets most cherished by area residents are the wonderful events hosted by the city that remind us of how blessed we are to be Americans. One of these is the upcoming Patriotic Festival scheduled for June 1 to 3. The three-day celebration of our armed forces will include concerts by national touring artists and military displays, as well as entertainment by a USO Show Troup and military bands. Admission is free. Hours are from noon to 11 p.m. The location is the 5 th Street Beach Stage at 500 Atlantic Avenue. Also, be sure and stop at the USO Military Expo Village, which is on the oceanfront at 17 th Street, to see exhibits from the Navy, Army, Marines, Coast Guard and Marines. Free Hiking Presentation On May 29, the Smartmouth Brewing Pilot House will present a free hiking class. It will include safety and preparation tips, along with gear recommend...

via Beach Street USA By the time the last weekend in May rolls around, many kids are out of school and families are gearing up for vacation. Join the locals at Salute to Summer on May 25 to 27 as they welcome the season of warm temperatures and fun. It will feature free concerts by local and regional bands at three stages on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. What makes the event extra special is the touching tribute to the brave men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces. This will come in the form of the Heroes Walk, which is a display of essays written by area high school students that are reproduced on banners for passersby to read. It will be a wonderful reminder of how grateful we are for the military’s sacrifices on our behalf. The stages are located at the Dairy Queen Grill & Chill at 17th Street Park, 24th Street Park and 31st Street Park. Hours are from 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Murder Mystery Dinner Show When you’re looking for entertainment that is somew...

The weekend following Mothers’ Day offers three wonderful family events – the Strawberry Jamboree, the Beach Music Cruise-In Weekend and Pirate Weekend. All the galas are free. via Eventbrite Strawberry Jamboree On May 19, the Virginia Beach Farmers’ Market will host the Strawberry Jamboree. Live music from Dallas Band will entertain while attendees participate in an old-fashioned pie-eating contest and browse craft vendors. The celebration will have activities for children, too. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The address is 3640 Dam Neck Road. Beach Music Cruise-In Weekend A nostalgic salute to the past, Beach Music Cruise-In Weekend, May 18 to 20, will feature live tunes from yesteryear, dancing under the stars and a display of classic cars. Food vendors and a giant jukebox will add to the fun. Festivities start at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 12:30 p.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday. The location is on the beach at 30 th Street. Pirate Weekend Pirate ...

From now until the end of the season, the oceanfront will be alive with big doings on weekends. Some of the festivities, such as those below, are opportunities to enjoy something rather unique. They involve entertainment that you don’t come across every day. via Pinterest Atlantic Coast Kite Festival Experience a visual feast at this annual favorite, with kites of every size, shape, and color flying high on the beautiful ocean breezes.   On May 5, come and watch, or enter the competition, which is open to all ages and all levels of kite aficionados. A kite-building workshop is included. Admission is free. Monsters on the Beach An event with high-octane excitement, Monsters on the Beach will be held on May 11 to 13. Those who attend can sit in bleachers and watch monster trucks race along the waterfront. If you love activities that are loud and fast, this is the gala for you. Admission tickets are $15 in advance or $25 at the show. The location is on the beach ...

Now that we’re getting deeper into spring, local community galas are gearing up. The two festivals below are on the agenda for May 5 th . via vabeach.com Kentucky Derby Party Horse racing fans will enjoy attending the Kentucky Derby Party at Seton Youth Shelter. The event includes live horse races, mint juleps, equestrian exhibitions, a hat contest, music and great food. In addition, it provides a large-screen live broadcast of the Kentucky Derby. If you can’t be there in person, this party is the next best thing. Admission is $115. Hours are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The location is Back Bay Farms at 1833 Princess Anne Road. Chic’s Beach Festival From noon to 8 p.m., you can listen to live music outdoors and sample craft beers at Chic’s Beach Festival. Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. The location is HK on the Bay at 4600 Lookout Road. Volleyball Tournament Attention volleyball fiends! You won’t want to miss the tournament held at our campg...

via Best Market 2017 Now that April has arrived, it’s time for the start of Friday Night Hoedowns, a weekly event that will run through the end of October. On these evenings, bands from various genres provide a concert, and some members of the audience dance. The gala attracts people of all ages, ranging from seniors to children. All you need to bring is a blanket or lawn chair. When the weather is rainy, the concerts are held under a large tent. Admission is free. Hours are from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The location is the Virginia Beach Farmers Market at 3640 Dam Neck Road in Virginia Beach. Atlantic Coast Kite Festival The Atlantic Coast Kite Festival will create a feast for the eyes on May 5 and 6, as kites of every imaginable color soar up into the skies along the waterfront. The event will offer kite-building workshops, as well as awards for the best kites in different categories. What a fun family project this would be! Admission is free. The location is on the beac...