Halloween in Hampton Roads: The Ultimate 2026 Trunk-or-Treat & Family-Friendly Halloween Guide
Hampton Roads puts on a serious Halloween. From trunk-or-treat events across Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake to the Drop It Like It's Halloween 90s/2000s party at The Landing at Hampton Marina, here's everything local residents need to plan a great October 31st in 2026.
Hampton Comicon, Fall Festivals & More: Your Guide to October 2026 Events in Hampton Roads
October 2026 is packed with events across Hampton Roads, from Hampton Comicon on the 18th to fall festivals, coin shows, and symphony performances. Here's a date-by-date look at what's happening so you can plan your month without missing anything worth showing up for.
Hampton Roads Fall Events 2026: What's Happening Now Through November
Fall in Hampton Roads fills up fast. From Hunt Club Farm's Harvest Fair in Virginia Beach to gaming nights and art clinics across the region, here's a look at what's going on now through November 2026 and why this area is worth showing up for.
Hampton University Homecoming 2026: The Economic Boost Hampton Roads Can Expect This October
Hampton University Homecoming 2026 brings thousands of alumni and visitors to the Peninsula every October, and the economic ripple touches far more than the campus itself. From Phoebus restaurants to Peninsula Town Center retailers, local businesses and short-term rental hosts feel the surge. Here's what investors and residents should know before the crowds arrive.
Free Lynnhaven House History Lunch and Learns Return This Fall — Full Schedule Inside
The Virginia Beach History Museums' free monthly Lunch and Learn series returns to the historic Lynnhaven House starting September 17. If you've lived in Hampton Roads for years and never visited this site, now is a good time to fix that. Here's the full fall schedule.
Chesapeake's Arbor Day Celebration 2026: Tree Climbing, Forest Bathing & Family Fun on September 26
Chesapeake is hosting a one-of-a-kind Arbor Day event on September 26, 2026, with tree climbing demos, forest bathing sessions, a portable sawmill, an interactive butterfly exhibit, food trucks, and free tree giveaways. It's one of the more creative outdoor events in Hampton Roads this fall, and most people don't know it's happening. Here's what to expect and why it's worth the trip.
NashFest Returns to Downtown Norfolk in September — What to Know About the Music & Food Festival
NashFest is coming back to downtown Norfolk this September, bringing live music, Southern food, and a full weekend of outdoor festival energy to the city's waterfront. Here's what Hampton Roads residents need to know about dates, what to expect, and why events like this keep drawing crowds to Norfolk.
Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend 2026: Everything You Need to Know
The 52nd Annual Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend runs September 25–27, 2026, along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront between 1st and 35th Streets. Here's the full schedule, what to expect from the chalk art competition, and tips for making the most of the weekend.
September 2026 Events in Hampton: Jazz Fest, Loc Fest, First Responder Week & More
Hampton has a packed September calendar for 2026, from the Phoebus Jazz Festival and the Loc & Natural Roots Fest to First Responder Appreciation Week and the Hampton Card Show. If you've been sleeping on Hampton's event scene, this month is a good time to pay attention. Here's what's happening and why it's worth showing up.
East Coast Surfing Championships 2026: Virginia Beach's Iconic Event Returns August 23-30
The East Coast Surfing Championships returns to Virginia Beach August 23-30, 2026, bringing world-class surf competition to the oceanfront for one of the longest-running contests of its kind anywhere. Barry Jenkins looks at what this event means to Hampton Roads and why it's part of what makes living here worth it.