Multicultural Experiences

Norfolk celebrates the rich ethnic diversity of its population with sights, sounds, attractions and special events that pay tribute to the city’s long multicultural heritage.

African American History in Norfolk

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Events

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

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Toddler Yoga

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38th Annual Grand Illumination Parade

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MAMA-Girl! Retrospective Exhibit

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Desi Banks

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

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ODU vs. Marshall

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Board Game Sunday’s at COVA

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Beat the Monday Blues with Brews (and pizza)!

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Music Bingo

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Tidewater Blues Monday Night Blues Dancing

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Nov262024

Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Trivia Night Hosted by Beach Trivia

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Klassic Doughnut Wednesday’s

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Nov272024

Pierce The Veil

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Nov282024

A Yogi Thanksgiving

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Thursday Open Mic Night

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Trivia Thursdays

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Friday Night Live Music at COVA

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Nov302024

THREE Year Birthday Par-tay!

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Dec032024

The Kingdom Choir

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Dec032024

STL Book Club – Living Tidal

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Dec292024

A Sherlock Carol

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Dec042024

Oyster Ornament Workshop

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Dec072024

HOLIDAY YULE LOG BONFIRE & HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE

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Dec072024

Yoga at Neptune’s Fury

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Festivals in Norfolk

Norfolk plays host to plenty of extraordinary festivals and special events, providing entertaining and culturally enriched…
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Chrysler Museum receives $225K to explore Black artist’s work in post-independence Nigeria

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Meet the Owners of Luna Maya, Karla and Vivian Montano

Located in the heart of the historic Ghent neighborhood is a…
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April 2023 Events Guide

Spring is officially here, and with it comes a fresh season of events! Take the opportunity to experience Virginia Arts…
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Virginia Arts Festival Announces Largest International Cast to Date for VA International Tattoo This Spring

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History of Norfolk’s Attucks Theatre

Originally known as the “Apollo of the South,” the Attucks Theatre is a historical icon in…
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Wander Around Neon and Mermaids in This East Coast Waterfront City

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38th Annual Norfolk Jazz Festival Was Masked And Jammin’ With Talent

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Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

Yendidi

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Volcano Sushi

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Crudo Nudo

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Colley Cantina

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Commune

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Guides & Itineraries

Looking for a little help or inspiration? Use Norfolk’s curated city guides and itineraries to get the most out of your time in our city.

Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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City Guide

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