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via Sandler Center Virginia Beach’s Sandler Center for the Performing Arts provides stellar year-round entertainment that includes plays, classical music concerts and much more. Below are some upcoming events that offer something for every taste. The address is 201 Market Street. The musical theater production of La Cage Aux Folles will be held on October 12 and 13. One of the top Broadway hits of all time, the heartwarming comedy deals with family and loving the person you were created to be. Tickets range from $20 to $55. Showtimes are at 8 p.m. on Friday and 2 p.m. on Saturday. October 15 is the date for The Price Is Right, an interactive stage show that involves playing games and winning prizes just like the popular television show. If you’ve ever watched the show and wanted to be in the audience, take advantage of this opportunity! Tickets range from $50 to $70. Showtime is 8 p.m. The Bible Tour is scheduled for October 19. This worship concert is a blend of contem...

via Travel & Leisure Some people feel fall is the best season for camping for an array of reasons. It’s the perfect time to engage in long nature hikes or other vigorous recreational activities that can become uncomfortably warm in the summer. The dipping temperatures also make sitting around a campfire at night, telling stories and drinking hot chocolate, blissfully cozy. Many people also adore being outdoors when the trees are ablaze with glorious hues of orange, red and gold. In addition to general pleasures associated with autumn, every area has its particular pleasures. Those in Virginia Beach include less crowded beaches, where you can connect with nature and admire the sunrise over the ocean. It’s also wonderful to visit U-pick-it farms that offer produce such as apples, blackberries and pumpkins. Harvest Fair If you plan to come to our Fall Family Festival on October 19 and 20, you can also attend the Harvest Fair, which will be held on October 20 at the Vir...

via Life, Love and Lima Beans Autumn is such an enchanting time of year, with its cool, invigorating temperature and colorful, crackling leaves. Embrace this wonderful season by attending our Fall Family Festival on October 19 and 20, which will feature pumpkin picking, wagon rides and fun games, as well as trunk-or-treat and a glow dance party. Start thinking now about what costume you’ll wear so you can participate in the costume contest. We are offering a special deal for this event -- buy one night, and get the second night for only $20. It’s an affordable way to have tons of fall family fun. Neptune Festival Another great time to visit is during the weekend of September 28 to 30, when an array of events connected to the Neptune Festival are scheduled. These include the Sandsculpting Championships, Atlantic Sailing Regatta, Art & Craft Show, Grand Parade and Volleyball Tournament. In addition, it will have concerts, fireworks and food galore. Don’t miss this pop...

via Facebook The weekend of September 28 to 30 will mark the end of Virginia Beach’s best known party – the Neptune Festival. It will go out with a bang! Aside from the famous Sandsculpting Championships and Art & Crafts Show, the event will feature continual outdoor concerts at the 17 th , 24 th and 31 st Street stages. In addition, the gala will include an Atlantic Sailing Regatta from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and a volleyball tournament that starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday. One of the most popular aspects of the weekend is the grand fireworks display at 9 p.m. Saturday night. It can be seen from any point along the waterfront, so bring a blanket to relax on while watching. On top of all this, the event will offer a parade from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday with more than 100 floats, costumed characters, military units and marching bands. It will run from 16 th to 32 nd Streets at the oceanfront. What celebration would be complete without scrumptious e...

via MotorHome Magazine On September 28 through October 7, one of the most popular area galas will be held – the International Sandsculpting Championships. At this signature event of the Neptune Festival, competitors will come from the far corners of the globe to create amazing sculptures from the sand, as well as vie for awards and prizes. The talent displayed by the masterpieces is always absolutely amazing, with the entries filling a tent the size of a football field. In addition to contests by experts, the championships will have an amateur division. The event even includes classes in sandsculpting taught by a pro. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children under 12. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The location is the beach between 1 st and 10 th Streets. Neptune Art and Craft Show A free event on September 29 through 30, the Neptune Art and Craft Show presents an opportunity to browse through paintings, photography, sculptures and glassware. The Atlan...

via Classic Warbirds September 22 and 23 are the dates of the Oceana Air Show, an inspiring event that will showcase the skills and training of our wonderful military. In addition to the exciting displays of plane maneuvers, the gala will include exhibits, food vendors and other activities. On both days, the flying starts at 10 a.m., and the famous Blue Angels will perform at 3 p.m. While the show is located at the Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana at 1750 Tomcat Boulevard, a free concert will be held at the oceanfront at 6:30 p.m. on  Saturday night at the 31 st Street Stage. The United States Fleet Forces Band and Four Star Edition will perform. During the sunset, the Navy will do three flyovers over the beach; and at sundown, a parachute team will jump down and be presented to the audience. The music will continue until 9:30 p.m. Admission and parking at NAS are free. Show hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Apple Extravaganza Another event on September 22, the App...

In September, the good times will continue to roll with two athletic events: a music-infused running marathon and a surfing competition. These and other festivities are part of what makes a trip to Virginia Beach so special. via Rock N Roll Marathon Series Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon Are you a runner? Even if you aren’t, you’ll enjoy attending the annual Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon on September 1 and 2. For 20 years, this hugely popular Labor Day Weekend event has been held in conjunction with the American Music Festival. It’s different from most marathons, as it features live bands, drum lines, DJs and cheer teams. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 5K and 1 mile, so there is something for everyone. Stay in a cabin or campsite at Virginia Beach KOA that weekend and you’ll get 10% off when you show us your bib or race registration. For the half marathon, you’ll also get free bus service to the starting line. In addition, the route runs right around Virginia Beach KOA...