Portsmouth’s Oktoberfest at the Bier Garden
438 High Street Portsmouth VA 23704 438 High Street, Portsmouth, VAAuthentic German Oktoberfest Street Festival
$10
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Missy Elliott Boulevard Renaming Ceremony & Parade
Manor High School 1401 Elmhurst Ln, Portsmouth, VAThe world knows her as the “Queen of Rap,” but Missy Elliott was born and raised right here in Portsmouth, Virginia. Come join in the celebration as this iconic musician and performer returns to her hometown for a parade and ceremony renaming a street in her honor and presenting her with a key to the […]
Halloween at the Museum
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAYou're cordially invited to Halloween at the Museum where history really does come alive 👻 In the spirit of “Night at the Museum,” interact with our notable characters. Engage with famous scientists and artists as you collect treats and trinkets. Guests are encouraged to join in the fun and dress up. Join us - if […]
Halloweekend
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VACalling all ghouls, goblins, witches & wizards! Join us for a scary good time at The Children's Museum of Virginia's Halloweekend. Dress in your Halloween costume and enjoy themed crafts and activities throughout the museum. Reserve tickets online at ChildrensMuseumVirginia.com
Museum Store Sunday
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAMuseum Shops & the Portsmouth Welcome Center Special discounts on one-of-a-kind items found at any of the Museum Shops and the Portsmouth Welcome Center. Get ahead on holiday shopping while supporting your local museums! Museum Shops include The Children's Museum of Virginia and The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum. The Portsmouth Welcome Center is also participating.
Pancakes with Father Christmas and the Snow Queen
The Book Club on High 620 High Street, Portsmouth, VAJoin Father Christmas, the Snow Queen and Mary Veale for songs, stories, a make & take craft and, of course, festive pancakes! Children's tickets include all this, with adult tickets granting admission only. Pastries, coffee, and other items will be available for adults to purchase. (10% admission tax added to each ticket.) Call 757-705-8130 for […]
Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market
Olde Towne Portsmouth Olde Towne, Portsmouth, VAVisit the Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market on the first Saturday of each month, rain or shine, and enjoy the eclectic collection of unique and antique wares. With more […]
A Special Day for Special Needs
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAJoin us for a morning of reduced lights, and sounds to help everyone enjoy the museum. Explore local resources while visiting the museum! The Children's Museum of Virginia welcomes families with children who have behavioral health and/or developmental challenges. Visitors can explore the museum, use adaptive materials, relax in a quiet space and enjoy a […]
Virginia Handbell Consort Holiday Concert
Churchland Auditorium 4301 Cedar Ln, Portsmouth, VAIt's the 84th Season of the Portsmouth Community Concerts. Tickets are $25 each. Concerts are held inside the beautifully restored auditorium at Churchland High School. Formed in the fall of 1996, the Virginia Handbell Consort became the first community handbell ensemble in the Hampton Roads area. Their auditioned musicians perform on handbells, hand chimes, and […]
$25
Breakfast with Santa
Monumental United Methodist Church 450 Dinwiddie St, Portsmouth, VABreakfast, gifts and pictures with Santa for hundreds of community kids. Free, but reservations are encouraged. Visit https://www.monumentalumc.org/ministries Call 757-397-1297 to reserve.
Shipyard Seasons Greetings
Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth, VASee mid-20th century images of shipyard buildings and facilities decorated for the holidays. Despite being an industrial facility, the shipyard did manage to make merry for the holidays with large […]
Candlelight Caroling with Father Christmas and Mary Veale
Olde Towne Portsmouth Olde Towne, Portsmouth, VAJoin Father Christmas and Mary Veale as they carol, impart a bit of history, and tell stories along a special route through Olde Towne Portsmouth. Caroling begins at the Christmas Tree outside the Children's Museum in Middle Street Mall and ends with a tour and refreshments at Historic Hill House, after which guests will be […]