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Sock Skating

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

Sock Skating returns to the Children's Museum of Virginia! Head upstairs to the second floor and enjoy the sock skating “ice" rink, open for a limited time only. Free with admission.

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Winter Wonderland

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

The Coleman Nursery Collection at the Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center offers a nostalgic, holiday-themed visual treat for young and old alike. Come visit the animated scenes of Christmas trees and lights, ice skaters, children sledding, little people, children from around the world, a Victorian chalet, caroling villagers and more. Thursdays 10am – 4pm Fridays […]

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Christmas Vacation at the Commodore Theatre

Commodore Theatre 421 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Come out and enjoy a holiday classic (Christmas Vacation) at the Commodore Theatre. As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) wants to have a perfect family Christmas, so he pesters his wife, Ellen (Beverly D'Angelo), and children, as he tries to make sure everything is in line, including the tree and house decorations. However, […]

$12.00
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Pathfinder Society

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

All experience levels welcome! No cost to play! Come out and meet some new people and play some Pathfinder. For details on the Pathfinder Society visit PFS site here - https://paizo.com/pathfinderSociety. […]

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Holiday Lights at the Lightship

Lightship Portsmouth Museum London & Water St, Portsmouth

Experience the Lightship decorated for winter! Enjoy this festive, outdoor-only display all month long.

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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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Acoustic Carnival 2025

Baron's Pub Portsmouth 500 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Acoustic Carnival returns to Portsmouth this summer with host Allen Hudson.  All shows free and all ages welcome. MAY 22 Roberta Lea, Wards Pocket, and Robbie Bradshaw JUNE 26 Bennett […]

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Holiday Nights at the Park

Portsmouth City Park Cpl J M Williams Ave, Portsmouth, VA

Take a train ride aboard the Pokey Smokey to see the holiday lights!  Food vendors, an illuminated playground, and holiday activities are also available. Check out some of the Coleman Collection pieces not displayed at the Winter Wonderland exhibit. 3 and over pay $2 for the train ride. The lights will run November 29th- December […]

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Volunteer Workday at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve 4510 Twin Pines Road, Portsmouth, VA

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation | http://www.hofflercreek.org Help us maintain the preserve's trails and common areas. Your help goes a long way towards allowing others to enjoy the natural wonders here! Most of our volunteer […]

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Olde Towne Farmer’s Market

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

Every Saturday at 10 AM.  Extended hours starting at 9 AM in spring summer. The Olde Towne Farmers Market offers fresh regional and local produce, meats, holiday floral arrangements, baked goods, one-of-a-kind gift items by local artisans, and more!.

Free