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Your Complete Fall Bucket List

We’ve put together some local favorite activities and recommendations for your ultimate fall bucket list in Norfolk! 

How Do You Say Norfolk?

Nor-FOLK? NOR-fik? NAW-fik? NOR-FUK? Here’s the verdict.

Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, Virginia is a city on the water, but never watered down. Built on character, by characters, we’re a melting pot of people, cultures, and ideas.

Downtown

Norfolk’s walkable, waterfront downtown is the urban hub of the city full of shopping, entertainment, restaurants and excitement!

Historic Freemason District

The city’s oldest standing neighborhood, Historic Freemason features beautiful tree-lined cobblestone streets, manicured gardens, historic homes and water views.

NEON DISTRICT

The creative center of the city, NEON’s 80+ pieces of public art, live performances and eclectic restaurants are destined to inspire.

GHENT

Ghent is filled with character, culture and delicious cuisine — not to mention tons of eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries and antique stores.

Chelsea

Chelsea is one of the most walkable and bikeable neighborhoods in the city, with the celebrated Elizabeth River Trail (ERT) passing through the center.

park place / Railroad district

Lined with local breweries, eateries and street murals, the industrial neighborhoods of Park Place/Railroad District are sure to get any visit on the right track.

Riverview

From zoo animals to wildly delicious restaurants, the LGBTQ+ friendly neighborhood of Riverview truly has something for everyone.

Larchmont / lochhaven

Next door to Old Dominion University, Larchmont and Lochhaven are home to history, local restaurants, outdoor fun and perfect water views.

Oceanview

The relaxing beachside communities of Ocean View and East Beach are the perfect place to unwind with fresh seafood, sand and sun!

Military Highway

Ideal for people on the move, Military Highway plays host to Norfolk International Airport and an abundance of shopping options.

What’s happening

What’s Happening This Week

Garden of Lights returns, Paw Patrol Live, Carmen and more events happening this week in Norfolk, VA.
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What to Do This November in Norfolk

Norfolk has an amazing lineup of events for November 2024! The city is filled with festive events, live music, markets and more!
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Norfolk’s Brew Hop Pass

With the NFK Brew Hop pass, it is easier than ever to explore our local craft beer scene and taste your way through our city. Passes are delivered through text and email and are instantly redeemable!
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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

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Admirals Hockey

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Klassic Doughnut Wednesday’s

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Oct182024
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Norfolk Admirals Hockey 2024-25

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Apr132024
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MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE: PICTURING MARITIME CULTURE IN HAMPTON ROADS

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Aug272024
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dollhaus: Reimagining the Domestic Space

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Nov012024
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Food Drive @ STL Yoga Co. – Bring Food, Get a Free YOGA Class

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Nov062024

A Day To Remember – Couple More Shows

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Nov072024
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FounderCon 2024: Uniting Visionaries, Innovators, and Trailblazers in Entrepreneurship

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Thursday Open Mic Night

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Trivia Thursdays

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Carmen

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Nov082024

U-Nite Salt & Sea

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Jan052025

Dominion Energy Garden of Lights – Walk the Garden Aglow

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Nov082024

Keyshawn vs. Lemos Lightweight Battle

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Dec272024

Friday Night Live Music at COVA

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Nov092024

Mermaid City Craft Beer and Wine Fest

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Jun152024
Nov152024

Norfolk Farmers Market at Locals Marketplace

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Nov092024

Sliders + Stability Ball Workshop

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Nauticus Reimagine Grand Opening

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Nov092024

Morgan Wade at NorVa

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Nov092024

Holy Forever World Tour

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Jun012024
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East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Nov102024

Paw Patrol Live! Heroes Unite

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Industry Night at COVA

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Sewing Bee with Melanie

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Board Game Sunday’s at COVA

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Mar032024
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Sunday Dog Day at Botanical Gardens

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Nov102024

Fanciful Fig Antique Market

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Apr152024
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Tidewater Blues Monday Night Blues Dancing

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Jul152024
Dec302024

Beat the Monday Blues with Brews (and pizza)!

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Mar182024
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Music Bingo

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Jul152024
Dec162024

Downtown Norfolk Civic League

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Nov122024

The Norfolk Forum Presents Erik Larson

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Nov122024

Frankie Cosmos at The Annex

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Jun182024
Dec172024

Trivia Night Hosted by Beach Trivia

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Nov122024

Sesame Street Live!

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Mar152024
Nov152024

Lights Out for Safe Skies

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Nov122024

Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Nov132024

Yoga at Eleanor’s Bookstore

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Nov142024

Charles Wesley Godwin

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Nov152024

Unsubscribe Podcast

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Jan012025

Winterfest on the Wisconsin

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Nov152024

Swan Lake

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Dec012024

A Beautiful Day in November on the Banks of the Greatest of the Great Lakes

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Nov162024

Bonnie Raitt

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Nov162024

Quilling Workshop

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Nov162024

NSU vs. Delaware State

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Nov162024

ODU vs. James Madison

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Nov162024

Attucks Jazz Club: Steve Nelson, vibraphone

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Nov172024

Local Natives at NorVa

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Nov172024

Sunday Night Sound Bath

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Nov182024

STL Run Club

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Prenatal

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Nov212024

A Very Merry Musical Market

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The Latest

Read our blog for the latest — and greatest — happenings in the city.

Reimagine Nauticus Opens Nov. 9

After a comprehensive redesign of all its exhibit and visitor experience areas, Nauticus invites the…
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Norfolk’s Holiday Gift Guide

Norfolk is a one-stop shop for all your holiday gift-buying needs this season. From the locally-focused Selden…
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Festivals in Norfolk

Norfolk plays host to plenty of extraordinary festivals and special events, providing entertaining and culturally enriched…
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Experience Military History and Pageantry in Prince William and Norfolk, Virginia

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Virginia International Music Festival Student Tour

Performing Arts Consultants (PAC), in conjunction with the Virginia…
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Norfolk’s Best Holiday Attractions

The holiday season is here, and with it brings a whole host of fun activities! Norfolk is known for…
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Explore the ‘Practical Magic’ of Reading at Wands Books 

Any magical place worth its salt must be entered by…
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Local Shopping in Norfolk

Looking for that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for your loved one (or yourself)? How about a vintage conversation…
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