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Leonardo’s Lab

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

Step into the inventive world of Leonardo da Vinci in Leonardo’s Lab! This immersive hands-on exhibition invites children and families to explore art, science, engineering and creativity through interactive activities […]

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Steel Seas & Sky Machines: The Dieselpunk Art of Tony Snipes

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

Head off on a journey through Tony Snipes’ world of alternate histories and reimagined machines in this powerful new exhibition. Steel Seas & Sky Machines explores an alternate America where […]

Sunset Thursdays – TFC Band

Festival Park 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, Virginia

Festival Park (16 Crawford Circle) June 4th – August 27th (Thursdays ONLY) 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy Portsmouth’s FREE after-work summer concerts series sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation. […]

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Sail Virginia℠ 2026

Olde Towne Portsmouth Waterfront 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA

A once-in-a-generation maritime celebration is coming to Portsmouth! From June 19–22, Sail Virginia℠ 2026 brings legendary Tall Ships to Portsmouth’s historic waterfront as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Watch […]

Juneteenth on the River at the Renaissance Hotel

Renaissance Portsmouth Waterfront Hotel 425 Water St., Portsmouth, VA

Come out for Juneteenth on the River at the Renaissance Hotel! Enjoy viewing tall ships, food, live music an more!