VisitNorfolk Launches Picture Perfect Photo Contest
VisitNorfolk is asking the residents of Norfolk to share their favorite pictures of Norfolk sites and hidden gems by entering the images in the “Picture Perfect Photo Contest." The online contest will begin May 1st with winners to be announced in June. Visit>>

Swingtime Salute - The USO Battleship Review Returns
Back for its second year this summer is Singtime Salute - The USO Battleship Review. The 1940's style show features a live swing band with singing and dancing from the Big Band era on board the Battleship Wisconsin. Runs June 5 - July 6, 2013.   Visit>>

VisitNorfolk Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week
The "Champions of Hospitality" rally on May 7th honors hospitality associates for their contributions as tour and travel industry ambassadors and features celebrity judges Tom Schaad, Stephanie Harris, Bruce Rader and Nicole Livas from WAVY-TV and Old Dominion football coach Bobby Wilder.  Visit>>

Crab Feast 2013 
Culinary Tour for Seafood Lovers
There's no better place to take in a spectacular water with ships sailing by than Oceanview Pier. 
Now enjoy a special seasfood experience from the experts right on the water. Visit>>

24th Annual AT&T Bayou Boogaloo and Cajun Food Festival
Enjoy the uniquely delicins delicacies and distinctive flavor of Cajun and Creole cuisine at this annual tradition in downtown's Town Point Park. This year the event features nationally known New Orleans chefs you may recognize from television.   Visit>>

Norfolk - For More Than Water
There is no doubt that as the heart of the Virginia Waterfront, Norfolk has great waterways for sightseeing and exploring.  But for something to drink, the city has some special treats. The city is home to Virginia’s first urban winery and two thriving small breweries. Visit>>

Stockley Garden Spring Arts Festival 
Browse through jewelry, pottery, paintings and other works of art as you enjoy food and music at this 28 year local tradition. Nationally recognized artists and experts judge works and a local charity. Visit>>

31st Norfolk Jazz Festival Ruturns to Town Point Park
Cool Jazz and warm summer nights return once again to Downtown Norfolk at the area's longest running Jazz Festival.  Due to overwhelming demand, the Festival adds a third day of music.  Jazz enthusiasts will chill to the sounds of names like Jonathan Butler, Sheila E and Elan Trotman and Stanley Jordan.  Visit>>

O.A.R  to Headline the Budweiser Main Stage at the
37th Annual AT&T Norfolk Harborfest
Norfolk Festevents announced that national recording artists O.A.R will perform LIVE on the Budweiser Main Stage in Town Point Park on Friday, June 7, 2013 during the 37th Annual Norfolk Harborfest on the downtown Norfolk, VA waterfront. The Concert is free and open to the public.  Visit>>

Norfolk Festivents Announces 31st Anniversary Season
Featuring 37th Norfolk Harborfest
Norfolk, VA, - Norfolk Festevents and the City of Norfolk are pleased to announce
the official Norfolk Festevents 2013 Schedule of Events for
Town Point Park on the Downtown Norfolk, Virginia Waterfront. Visit>>

Labradoodle in Norfolk Makes National News
Norfolk, VA - January 9, 2013 – People in Norfolk know there is a world-class Zoo in town. So when calls came in to 911 about an escaped lion, it was no laughing matter. But soon, everyone was roaring. The lion turned out to be an adorable 3-year-old labradoodle names Charles. Visit>>

Virginia Arts Festival Announces the 17th Season With
Artists from around the world include the Chieftains on St. Patrick’s Day and Birmingham Royal Ballet
This spring 2013, Virginia Arts Festival once again, will present a season with extraordinary arts experiences not only in theaters, concert halls and historic churches, but in city streets and parks. It will be a season of artistic celebrations. Visit>>

Launch your summer with the area's biggest dock party!!
The 37th Annual Norfolk Harborfest®  happens Thursday, June 6 - Sunday, June 9, 2013 at Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront. Visit>>

The Chrysler Museum Roadshow
Takes Exhibitions and
Events into the Community in 2013
NORFOLK, Va. – January 2013 --The Chrysler Museum Roadshow takes our world-class collection and staff out into the Hampton Roads community while our main building is closed in 2013 for expansion. The Roadshow brings you the best of the Chrysler—extraordinary art exhibitions, educational programs, curatorial expertise, and engaging events for children, adults, and families.  Visit>>

Virginia Zoo Building New Animal Wellness Campus
Opening Spring 2014
The Virginia Zoo will soon boast a new animal hospital and diet kitchen where visitors will be able to observe treatment and care for the Zoo's more than 400 animals.Visit>>

Norfolk Cultural Center Program Honored at The White House
Crispus Attucks Cultural Center is recognized for positive youth outcomes
norfolk, va – November 19, 2012 – Tiffani Prigrom, 14, of Norfolk was at the White House today to receive an award from First Lady Michelle Obama on behalf of the Crispus Attucks Cultural Center, which was recognized for its effectiveness in developing learning and life skills in young people by engaging them in the RISE! (Rhythm in Setting Expectations) program. Visit>>

VisitNorfolk Receives ConventionSouth
2012 Reader’s Choice Award
NORFOLK, Va. (November 14, 2012) – VisitNorfolk has been chosen by meeting planners to receive a 2012 Reader’s Choice Award from ConventionSouth, the national multimedia resource for planning events in the South. Visit>>

Bill Adams Joins VisitNorfolk
Norfolk, Va. (November 1, 2012) – VisitNorfolk is pleased to welcome Bill Adams as a national sales manager for the Metropolitan D.C. territory.  Visit>>

Colleen Briley Joins VisitNorfolk
Norfolk, Va. (August 3, 2012) – VisitNorfolk is pleased to welcome Colleen Briley as senior national sales manager for the Southeastern United States, associations and corporations. Visit>>

NOAA Issues Statement Denying Existence of Mermaids:
VisitNorfolk Begs to Differ!
NORFOLK, Va. – (July 19, 2012) – In the spirit of celebrating mermaids, VisitNorfolk encourages mermaid enthusiasts and curious visitors alike to learn more about Norfolk’s connection to mermaids through self-proclaimed mermaid enthusiast Lisa Suhay’s new site. Visit>>

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