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The Chesapeake Bay
Bridge-Tunnel will save motorists 90 miles or more versus using I-95 as they
travel from points north of Wilmington, Delaware to Virginia Beach, Virginia and the Outer Banks in North Carolina. As you plan your travels, be sure to utilize this calendar of events for things to do in the surrounding areas, all within a tankful of gas! |
| January through December | 56th ANNUAL VIRGINIA SALTWATER FISHING TOURNAMENT. Virginia Beach, VA. Virginia Citation Program for State Awards and Plaques. 36 different species. No entry fee. 757.491.5160 www.mrc.state.va.us |
| Jan. 3 - Mar. 31 | WINTER WILDLIFE BOAT TRIPS. Virginia Beach Fishing Center at Rudee Inlet. Virginia Beach, VA. Here's a chance to see some of the most magnificent creatures on earth in their natural habitat! Whale watchers will search for humpback and fin whales off the coast of Virginia Beach. A unique, exciting opportunity for entire families to experience. 757.385.FISH www.virginiaaquarium.com |
| Jan. 25-27 | VIRGINIA FLOWER & GARDEN EXPO. Virginia Beach Convention Center. Virginia Beach, VA. This show features over 100 garden vendors, exhibitors and displayers, spectacular floral displays, a European-style flower market, guest speakers and demonstrations, art show, children's activities and much more. Admission. 757.284.6139 www.vafgs.org |
| Feb. 8-10 | 60th ANNUAL MID-ATLANTIC SPORTS & BOAT SHOW. Virginia Beach Convention Center. Virginia Beach, VA. It's not just a boat show, it's a BOAT SALE! If you've been thinking of buying a boat or upgrading what you currently have, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY! Bring the family and learn how easy and affordable boating can be. A day on your boat is a relaxing way to reconnect with your family and is more affordable than you might think. 757.222.5377 www.vaboatshow.com |
| Feb. 15-17 | 30th ANNUAL SEASIDE BOAT SHOW. Ocean City Convention Center. Ocean City, MD. See over 300 boats, including sail canoes, kayaks, inshore and offshore boats. Boat accessories, crafts, insurance and finance representatives available. 410.632.3676 www.ocboatshow.com |
| Feb. 23-24 | GREENBERG'S TRAIN AND TOY SHOW. Virginia Beach Convention Center. Virginia Beach, VA. All aboard! Enjoy a day of fun for the whole family as the country's best train and toy show returns to Virginia Beach! Hundreds of tables of trains for sale; huge operating model train layouts; free seminars; activities for kids; and much more. 757.385.2000 www.visitvirginiabeach.com |
| March thru May | SPRING! AT MAYMONT. Maymont Park. Richmond, VA. Families know there is no better time to visit Maymont than in the spring, and now the reasons to visit are multiplying as fast as their baby bunnies! Every weekend from March through May, new experiences await as Maymont presents a whirlwind of programs and events showcasing every facet of the park and Victorian estate. Fees vary; some activities are weather-dependent. 804.358.7166 www.maymont.org |
| Mar. 1-3 | 28th ANNUAL MID-ATLANTIC HOME & GARDEN SHOW. Virginia Beach Convention Center. Virginia Beach, VA. Find inspiration for the inside and outside of your home with beautiful outdoor living areas and designer showcase rooms. Get energy-efficient on a Green Building Council "Walkabout." Find out what's hot in home trends at the New Home Expo. Visit nearly 500 exhibits of products and services for the inside and outside of your home, from flooring to roofing and much more! Admission. 757.420.2434 www.midatlantichomeshow.com |
| Mar. 2-10 | PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW. Pennsylvania Convention Center. Philadelphia, PA. The British have a word for something that's inventive, dazzling, extraordinary. The word is "Brilliant!" This year's show will glow with the majestic beauty and creative genius of Great Britian and pay tribute to centuries of inspiring, influential culture - culminating in the urbane design of 21st-century London. Enjoy the world's largest indoor horticultural exhibition, shop for plants and gifts, sample wines and spirits, attend special events and activities and stop to smell the roses - there will be thousands of them! You'll find the experience "Brilliant!" Admission. 215.988.8800 www.theflowershow.com |
| Mar. 8-10 | HOME, CONDO & GARDEN SHOW AND ART & CRAFT SHOW. Ocean City Convention Center. Ocean City, MD. Fresh ideas on decorating, remodeling, accessorizing or building your home all under one roof. Come see what's new, compare products, and find bargains at your leisure. Artists and crafters will complement the Home and Garden show by showcasing their most creative unique craft and gift items, decor and accessories with practical as well as fun items for your home and lifestyle. Admission. 410.213.8090 www.oceanpromotions.info |
| Mar. 15-17 | 27th ANNUAL VIRGINIA BEACH SPRING CRAFT SHOW. Virginia Beach Convention Center. Virginia Beach, VA. Featuring 150 fine artists and craftspeople from across the nation, this show offers fine arts, handcrafted jewelry, wood, glass, photography, candles, woven baskets, clothing, toys, folk art and specialty foods. Exhibitors introduce new lines and special accessories for the home and garden including wrought iron, welcome wreaths, garden statuary, birdhouses, outdoor furniture, pottery and wind chimes. Meet the artisans, learn the stories behind their work and shop for the best in fine arts and crafts - from simple to lavish - you'll find one-of-a-kind creations for every budget. 757.385.2000 www.emgshows.com |
| Mar. 16-17 | YUENGLING SHAMROCK MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 8K SPORTSFEST. Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. One of the most popular road-race competitions on the international racing circuit, the Shamrock Marathon Sportsfest Weekend features a world-class marathon, 8K race, children's marathon, Operation Smile Final Mile, a sports/fitness expo and a half-marathon. 757.412.1056 www.shamrockmarathon.com |
| Mar. 16-17 | MILITARY THROUGH THE AGES. Jamestown Settlement. Jamestown, VA. Re-enactment groups depicting soldiers and military encounters throughout history join forces with modern-day veterans and active units to demonstrate camp life, tactics and weaponry. The weekend event features a children's parade on Saturday and a military pass-in-review on Sunday. 888.593.4682 www.historyisfun.org |
| Mar. 17 - June 1 | 17th ANNUAL VIRGINIA ARTS FESTIVAL. Various locations throughout Hampton Roads, Virginia. Truly a regional collaboration, Festival events take place in cities across Hampton Roads, not only in concert halls, performing arts centers, opera houses, theaters, museums, outdoor stages, and historic churches, but also in city streets and parks - all within a 60-minute drive. Now in its seventeenth year, the Festival has established itself as one of the premier cultural events in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts top-flight artists from around the world in classical music, dance, theater, world music and jazz, along with the annual Chamber Music series. The Virginia International Tattoo, a signature festival event, features more than 850 performers from around the world, including military bands, massed pipes and drums, dancers, acrobats, and more. Come out and experience the arts! 757.282.2800 www.vafest.org |
| Mar. 23-24 | VIRGINIA CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL. Scope Arena. Norfolk, VA. Celebrate as you sample chocolate in every form, from around the world, gathered under one roof for your delicious, decadent delight. Enjoy chocolate samplings and sales, cooking demonstrations, entertainment, and chocolate beer and wine tastings and mmmmore! 757.282.2800 www.vafest.org |
| Mar. 29-30 | 34th ANNUAL EASTER DECOY SHOW & ART FESTIVAL. Chincoteague Combined School. Chincoteague Island, VA. Local and national carvers and artists of all kinds exhibit and sell their works, with special awards given in various categories. 757.336.6161 www.chincoteaguedecoyshow.com |
| April through October | DOLPHIN WATCHING BOAT TRIPS. Virginia Beach Fishing Center at Rudee Inlet. Virginia Beach, VA. Experience a chance to see bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat and learn about the latest research studies. 757.385.3474 www.virginiaaquarium.com |
| April 10-14 | 66th ANNUAL NORTH CAROLINA AZALEA FESTIVAL. Wilmington, NC. This festival is a celebration of Wilmington's exceptional artwork, gardens, rich history and culture during its five days of entertainment that includes a parade, street fair, circus, concerts, pageantry, and all that is Southern. 910.794.4650 www.ncazaleafestival.org |
| April 19-21 | 10th ANNUAL PORK IN THE PARK BBQ FESTIVAL. Winterplace Park. Salisbury, MD. Follow your nose and the pig signs off Route 50 to this family-friendly event. More than 140 barbeque competitors compete for prizes while festival-goers enjoy live entertainment, tasty barbeque, craft vendors and amusements for the kids. Admission. 800.332.TOUR www.porkinthepark.org |
| April 20-27 | 80th ANNUAL HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK IN VIRGINIA. Statewide throughout Virginia. Presented by the Garden Club of Virginia. Visitors will have an opportunity to get behind the gates and doors of Virginia's finest homes, gardens and historic landmarks during "America's Largest Open House." 804.644.7776 www.VAGardenweek.org |
| April 24-27 | NORFOLK NATO FESTIVAL. Norfolk, VA. Every April, when the azaleas are in full bloom, the citizens of Norfolk, VA roll out the red carpet to honor the North Atlantic's Treaty Organization (NATO) with a week-long celebration. This gala event is one of Norfolk's oldest and grandest. Activities are varied and include a Parade of Nations, food, culture and entertainment for all ages. 757.282.2801 www.azaleafestival.org |
| April 25-28 | VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO. Scope Arena. Norfolk, VA. Inspirational music...majestic massed pipes and drums...show-stopping drill-team maneuvers...colorful and elegant dancers...ALL give reasons for the crowd to roar! The Virginia International Tattoo features over 850 performers from around the world, filling the Scope arena with awe-inspiring sights and sounds. Admission. 757.282.2800 www.vafest.org |
| April 26-28 | 43rd ANNUAL WARD WORLD WILDFOWL CHAMPIONSHIP CARVING COMPETITION AND ART FESTIVAL. Ocean City, MD. Ocean City Convention Center. Ocean City, MD. See the world's best wildfowl art! From highly decorative works of art to functional hunting decoys, more than 1200 different wildfowl carvings representing more than 150 species from aroudn the world can be viewed at the premier, most prestigious competition in the world. This multi-day event offers educational classes, seminars and workshops for all skill levels on the multiple aspects of carving and carving-related topics. The Kids Corner offers children a hands-on carving experience and includes many make and take projects. Admission. 410.742.4988 www.wardmuseum.org |
| April 26 | VSO JAZZ CONCERT. Ker Place. Enjoy the Virginia Symphony Orchestra at Ker Place in celebration of The Garden Club of Virginia's 80th Anniversary. Admission. 757.787.8012 www.shorehistory.org |
| April 27 | EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA'S HISTORIC GARDEN TOUR. Various locations throughout the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Sponsored by the Eastern Shore of Virginia Garden Club. This year's tour offers a wide range of properties, from a contemporary masterpiece nestled amid sand dunes to beautifully-preserved traditional homes dating to the 1700s. The variety of architectural styles, decor, and gardens provide five diverse versions of living on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Rain or shine. Admission. 757.787.7626 www.esgardentours.com |
| April 30 | ATLANTIC COAST KITE FESTIVAL. Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. This event brings an exciting weekend of high-flying kites and fun for families, participants and spectators of all ages as the Oceanfront plays host to a full day of kite-flying, including kite ballets, sports kite flying and dual and quad-line kites. 800.VA.BEACH www.visitvirginiabeach.com |
| May 2-5 | SPRINGFEST. Inlet Parking Lot. Ocean City, MD. Four dynamic days of delicious food, live entertainment and unique arts and crafts under four huge big-top tents as festival-goers celebrate spring and the upcoming summer season. 800.626.2326 www.ococean.com |
| May 4 | CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Tom's Cove Campground. Chincoteague Island, VA. It's a tradition...a spring seafood festival has been held on Chincoteague for more than four decades. Providing a venue to sample the best-of-the-best local seafood, this spring tradition on Virginia's Eastern Shore, with live entertainment, is one you don't want to miss! Advance tickets. 757.336.6161 www.chincoteaguechamber.com |
| May 4-5 | 7th ANNUAL AT&T SPRING TOWN POINT PARK VIRGINIA WINE FESTIVAL. Town Point Park. Norfolk, VA. Festival guests will enjoy a blissful afternoon of sampling a wide selection of Virginia wines in Town Point Park. The day offers premier wine vintages and live musical entertainment , in addition to gourmet foods and specialty wares for purchase. Admission. 757.441.2345 www.festeventsva.org |
| May 10-11 | PANORAMA CARIBBEAN MUSIC FESTIVAL. Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. This festival's casual atmosphere appeals to the island community and people of all ages who are intrigued by the unique sounds and style of steel drum music. Fusing together the rhythm of steel bands, ocean breezes and great Caribbean food, the breathtaking Virginia Beach Oceanfront becomes an "island paradise" for the weekend. 757.425.3111 www.beachstreetusa.com |
| May 10-12 | MONSTERS ON THE BEACH. Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. Thrills and chills are brought to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront as Monster Trucks battle for ultimate sand domination! This family-targeted event is loud, fast and exciting! 757.425.3111 www.beachstreetusa.com |
| May 11 | 19th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD CELEBRATION. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Chincoteague, VA. Celebrate the wonder of migration with workshops, lectures, birdwalks, activities, and more. 757.336.6122 www.fws.gov/northeast/chinco |
| May 11 | JAMESTOWN DAY. Jamestown Settlement. Jamestown, VA. Mark the 406th anniversary of the 1607 founding in Virginia of America's first permanent English settlement with family-friendly tours, military and maritime displays, and traditional music, storytelling and entertainment. A day of discovery and fun, this annual event features Historic Jamestowne's ongoing archaeological discoveries of the 1607 fort and one of Jamestown Settlement's re-created ships sailing in the James River. Separate site admission. 888.593.4682 www.historyisfun.org |
| May 16-19 | BEACH MUSIC WEEKEND. Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. Blending the best of the "oldies" with dancing under the stars in a jam-packed blast to the past, music lovers can settle into the sand as the top Beach Music bands from up and down the East Coast descend on the Virginia Beach oceanfront in a nostalgic salute to the "good old days" of cool cars and hot tunes. 757.425.3111 www.beachstreetusa.com |
| May 16-19 | CRUISIN' OCEAN CITY. Ocean City Convention Center. Ocean City, MD. Popular car show features over 3,400 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars and more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers, vendor midway and more. Admission. 410.798.6304 www.specialeventpro.com |
| May 18-19 | 12th ANNUAL VIRGINIA BEER FESTIVAL. Town Point Park. Norfolk, VA. This popular festival promises to be a day full of good beer, good friends, and good fun with live music, great food, and of course, great beer! Spend the day sampling beer from all over the world. International premium beers, hand-crafted domestics and local brews comprise a selection of over 125 tap handles. 757.441.2345 www.festeventsva.org |
| May 25 | RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY for the WWII 16" GUN BARREL RESTORATION. Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge. Winslow Bunker. 2 p.m. Come touch a piece of history. 757.331.2760 |
| May 25 | 25th ANNUAL CBES PIG ROAST. Cherry Grove Farm. Eastville, VA. It's a down-on-the-farm good time at a beautiful vintage bayside farm. Literally pig-out on smoked pork barbeque with all the fixings, enjoy hayrides, antique farm equipment displays and local music. Relish a place where family farms are still part of the American fiber. 757.678.7157 www.cbes.org |
| May 25-26 | HISTORIC BICENTENNIAL HOMECOMING POWWOW: "COMING FULL CIRCLE" Indiantown Park. Eastville, VA. This heritage festival will feature a weekend of activities including drumming, singing, dancing in regalia, Indian flute music, Native American primitive weapon displays, face painting, and much more. 757.678.7523 www.eastville.esva.net |
| May 25-26 | 30th PUNGO STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL. Pungo, VA. This annual celebration held in a farming community features plenty of plump, fresh strawberries, a parade, musical entertainment on three stages, 4-H displays, a large carnival, a children's activity area and more than 100 arts and crafts vendors. 800.822.3224 www.pungostrawberryfestival.info |
| May 31-June 2 | PATRIOTIC FESTIVAL: A CELEBRATION OF OUR MILITARY. Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA. Remember the men and women of the United States Military and Armed Forces for their heroism and the sacrifices they make for Americans by being a part of this salute to our troops, serving now and in the past, as you experience three days of national recording artists along with Military Displays and Demos and a live Air and Sea Show. 757.671.8100 www.patrioticfestival.com |
| May 31-Aug. 23 | 76th SEASON OF THE LOST COLONY. Roanoke Island. Manteo, NC. Over 400 years ago, 117 men, women and children sailed from Plymouth, England in an attempt to settle on Roanoke Island. They vanished just two years later. The only clue left behind was the word "CROATOAN" carved into a post. The Lost Colony is their story. America's oldest running outdoor drama is an OBX tradition that educates, enriches and entertains. For ticket and show information, call 252.473.3414 www.thelostcolony.org |
| June 6-9 | 37th ANNUAL NORFOLK HARBORFEST. Town Point Park. Norfolk, VA. Enjoy four explosive days of free entertainment, electrifying fireworks display, and the biggest outdoor dock party and picnic in Norfolk's history! 757.441.2345 www.festeventsva.org |
| June 8-9 | OCEAN CITY AIR SHOW. Ocean City Beach and Boardwalk. Ocean City, MD. The popular OC Air Show returns, featuring a dazzling line-up of many of the nations top military and civilian performers including military jet demos, civilian aerobatic performers, formation flight teams and parachute jump teams. The US Navy Blue Angels will make their inaugural appearance! 800.OC-OCEAN www.ocairshow.com |
| June 20-23 | 24th ANNUAL BAYOU BOOGALOO & CAJUN FESTIVAL. Town Point Park. Norfolk, VA. This popular festival delivers the heart and soul of Louisiana to visitors of Town Point Park in true Cajun and Creole style. 757.441.2345 www.festeventsva.org |
| June 28-30 | HAMPTON JAZZ FESTIVAL. Hampton Coliseum. Hampton, VA. Since 1968, this outstanding annual musical weekend attracts the nation's top blues, soul, pop and jass performers. Admission. 757.838.4203 www.hamptonjazzfestival.com |
The above information is a small selection of events happening along the East Coast and the events listed were scheduled as of January 1, 2013. If a trip is being planned around a specific event, please check the contact in advance.
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel publishes a Travel Events Brochure twice a year. To get your free brochure, write to:
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
Dept. WS13
32386 Lankford Highway
Cape Charles, VA 23310
or call 757. 331.2960
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