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Ruff Roads Spring Fling Paw-ty

St. Andrew Lutheran Church 4811 High Street W, Portsmouth, VA

We are planning a SPRING FLING at 4811 High St W, Portsmouth VA (right at the corner of Cedar Lane and High Street), on Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 1pm-5pm. Like our annual fall fests, our extremely talented and creative VENDORS will be set up in the middle of ALL the action! As always, we […]

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Dine & Ride to the Tides

Harbor Park Stadium 150 Park Ave, Norfolk, VA

Start in Portsmouth and make your Norfolk Tides game day a HOMERUN!  Enjoy a waterfront evening in Portsmouth before heading to a Norfolk Tides game. With your Tides game ticket, you can ride the Elizabeth River Ferry for free from Olde Towne to Harbor Park and score exclusive discounts at local restaurants and businesses while […]

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Thunderbolts at the Commodore Theatre

Portsmouth, VA

Ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes -- Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster and John Walker -- embarks on a dangerous mission that forces them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. Release date: May 2, 2025 (USA) Director: Jake Schreier Running time: 2h 6m Story by: Eric Pearson MPAA rating: PG-13 Distributed […]

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Student Art Show

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

It’s art from the heart! Celebrate the creativity of young artists, featuring award- winning pieces from Portsmouth Public Schools’ K-6 grade students. Enjoy this inspiring collection on display from April 26 to May 25. Included with admission!

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Black History Now – Waves of Strength Exhibition

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

Waves of Strength Portraits of African American Shipyard Workers from Tidewater Virginia  In the summer of 2014, photographer artist Glen McClure began his project of documenting the proud men and women who work to support a massive industry that defines South Hampton Roads, Virginia.  This exhibition highlights the African Americans included in that series, with […]

$3.00
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Black History Now – A Purple Patchwork Sewn in Sisterhood

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

A Purple Patchwork Sewn in Sisterhood The Hampton Road’s based 54-40 African American Quilters Guild of Virginia reflects on The Color Purple through their creation of quilts in this exhibition […]

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Black History Now – The Dry Dock Affair

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth

The Dry Dock Affair 1829-1831: African American Labor in America's Shipyard The Dry Dock Affair, 1829-1831: African American Labor in America’s Shipyard examines the history of both free and enslaved Black labor in the Gosport Shipyard during the 1830s. Dry Dock No.1 was completed in 1834 and became the first operational dry dock in the […]

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Disney Lorcana League at Atlanis

Atlantis Games & Comics Portsmouth 2862 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Come one, come all! Disney Lorcana League is happening every Wednesday at Atlantis Portsmouth. Come out and play Bo3 (Best of 3) to earn points toward promos. Open play and Free for all!

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Wednesday’s Karaoke on the River

Thyme on the River 1 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Unleash your inner superstar and revel in an evening of Karaoke on the River! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, our stage is ready for you! Music Bingo: Test your knowledge of iconic movie soundtracks and beloved TV show tunes. Bar prizes for your winning. Different cards every week! Gourmet Food & Drink […]