Featured Events in Virginia Beach in October 2024 (August Updated)

Get ready for a celebration of African arts and music at our festival! Welcome to the Africana Arts & Music Festival! Come and celebrate the beauty of African culture through art and music at our in-person event. Immerse yourself in a diverse showcase of talents, from traditional art pieces to vibrant musical performances. Join us for a day filled with creativity and rhythm, where you can appreciate the rich heritage and contemporary expressions of the Africana arts scene. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the colorful tapestry of African creativity at the Africana Arts & Music Festival! Information Source: Africana Arts & Music Festival | eventbrite

Join the Bigfoot! Virtual Race, featuring 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, and 26.2 distances. Sign up now and save $2 off the regular price of $20! Immerse yourself in the extraordinary adventure as we commemorate National Sasquatch Awareness Day on October 20th. This special day honors the iconic Patterson-Gimlin Bigfoot film captured on October 20th, 1967, captivating paranormal enthusiasts worldwide. Take part in the Bigfoot! Virtual Race, offering a range of distances to suit all abilities. Unleash the believer within and celebrate the World Champion of Hide and Seek! With each registration, we proudly donate at least 15% to The National Park Foundation, supporting the preservation of over 400 national parks, safeguarding 85 million acres of precious landscapes, ecosystems, and historical sites. Together, we ensure future generations can enjoy these natural wonders. This thrilling virtual race can be completed at any time throughout October 2024, but October 20th holds special significance. Choose your preferred distance—1 mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, or 26.2—and conquer the challenge at your own pace. Open to participants of all ages, this event invites everyone to experience the joy of exploration. A virtual race allows you to run or walk from any location you choose, be it the road, trail, treadmill, gym, or track. Take part individually or with friends, timing yourself and running at your own pace. The medal will be shipped directly to you upon completion. By participating in our races, you're making a difference as each one benefits a different charity. We've already raised over $892,045 for charities through our running events! Join us in making a positive impact, one race at a time.

WELCOME TO MRS. MARTIN'S ART CLASSES~ TUESDAYS @ 4:00-5:00 ~In Mrs. Martin's Art Classes, young artists will create beautiful one-of-a-kind artwork. They will work in a variety of mediums such as oil pastels, chalk pastels, watercolors and acrylic paints. Artists will also learn new art techniques such as upcycling common household items, collaging and building 3-dimensional pieces. And at the end of each class, artists will be able to take home their masterpieces! As of April 1, 2022 the wearing of masks is optional for children attending Mrs. Martin's Art Classes. See the full Covid-19 protocol in the registration process (Revised 09-18-2023).-OCTOBER 2024-DATES: 4 Tuesdays in OCTOBER October 1October 8October 15October 22COST: $48 for all 4 classes (supplies are included) AGES: 5 to 11 years REQUIREMENTS: Children should be able to sit and work on a project for the entirety of each art class (one hour). Children must be able to work independently and use basic art tools such as scissors with limited teacher assistance. TIME: 4:00-5:00 LOCATION: 460 Investors Place, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (beside Starbucks on Independence Blvd, close to Mt. Trashmore) REFUND POLICY: No refunds unless public health policies change and Mrs. Martin is unable to fulfill her commitment to provide services. At which time, refunds will be given for any remaining cancelled classes. ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT MRS. MARTIN AT: Lorri_martin@yahoo.com 757-636-2623 FIND Mrs. Martin's Art Classes on FACEBOOK! FIND Mrs. Martin's Art Classes on INSTAGRAM! A peek inside...😊Cityscapes 🌃Sunsets 🌅Ice Cream Sundaes 🍨⚡️Electric Guitars 🎸Rainbows 🌈Gustav Klimt Tree of Life Paintings ✨Study of Henri Matisse 👨🏼‍🎨 Information Source: Lorri Martin | eventbrite

Please join the Yoga Warrior Project (YWP) for a sunset donation-based yoga class on October 4th from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. All donations will go to Kaizen Adaptive Training. Kaizen Adaptive Training is 100% donation-based and provides an all-inclusive training facility for individuals with short-term and long-term impairments (visible/invisible) through movement and community. Kaizen makes fitness training accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability. The YWP event is open and accessible to everyBODY and all levels of yoga experience. Bring your beach towel and meet us on the beach for some yoga! Information Source: Yoga Warrior Project | eventbrite

Taylor Swift Paint Night at CP Shuckers VB Come join us for a fun-filled evening at CP Shuckers Cafe & Raw Bar for a Taylor Swift themed paint night! Get your creative juices flowing as we guide you through creating your very own masterpiece inspired by the music of the one and only Taylor Swift. No painting experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and love for Taylor's music! This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with music, laughter, and paint! This is a great opportunity to make up a missed paint night from the album tour if you have already completed a few albums elsewhere, or to start fresh! The plan is to offer all 12 albums in a fun paint night form! Information Source: Shey Smith Designs by Shey | eventbrite

Join us for an unforgettable night of live music, good vibes, and an afterparty that will keep you moving all night! The Kickoff 24 is the ultimate music showcase, happening right at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. 🎤 Live Performances By: Cayo BanksCMRNPRKRShaolinnGee LittShannZyaa🎧 DJ Lineup: DJ Ghud VibesDJ JofroxiDJ JrokHosted by the incredible Kelo Soul, The Kickoff 24 promises an evening packed with talent, energy, and great music. With live musicians, awesome food and drinks from The Bunker Brewpub, and an atmosphere that welcomes all ages, this is a night you don’t want to miss! Ticket Prices: $25 Early Bird$30 at the DoorTwo for $40 (Limited availability)But the fun doesn’t end there! After the show, join us for the official afterparty just around the corner at Sandbar, where you can mingle, vibe, and celebrate with the artists! Get your tickets now and be part of an epic night of music and culture at The Kickoff 24! Information Source: RVG Entertainment | eventbrite

Please join us for our 3rd annual Family & Friends Softball game. We'll have games, food, and fun! Proceeds benefit Bayside High School's baseball and softball teams. Information Source: Friends of Bayside High School , Inc 501(c)(3) | eventbrite

Online Registration Cut Off: 16 October 2024 ONSITE REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP Tuesday, 22 October (One Day Only)Hours: 10:00 – 16:00Location: Next to the SAFE Symposium registration desk at the Virginia Beach Convention Center.DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE 06:00 – 6:30 : Warm up0 6:45: Start for Walkers07:00: Start fro Runners07.45: Awards and receptionAWARDS: Given to top finishers in each category: *Top Overall Finisher, Male and FemaleTop Finisher, Male and Female: 29 yrs and below30-39 yrs40-49 yrs50-59 yrs60+ yrs*Top overall finishers are not eligible to also receive an award in their respective age category. This award will go to the second-place finisher of that particular age category. Information Source: SAFE Association | eventbrite

Welcome to the 2024 TAO Artist Showcase! Are you a local artist, musician, writer, performance artist looking for ways to give back to the community? Or a professional working with adults who do not have access to creative artist programming? Or an art-loving community member looking for a way to support artistic access in the area? If you answered yes to any of these questions join us for this happy hour event filled with creativity and talent at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay featuring our very own, talented TAO artists. This in-person event is a great opportunity to learn how to become involved with TAO, as an artist, partner, or supportor! Don't miss out on this exciting showcase of creativity! ***Admission is free. ***Art Supply Drive. *** 50/50 raffle! ***Valet parking. Information Source: Tidewater Arts Outreach | eventbrite