October 2024 Event Guide

First and Third Fridays
Blair Middle School

Support sustainability by shopping at the Ghent Farmers Market. Local produce, fewer travel miles, and eco-friendly choices.

For Dollhaus, the Barry Art Museum has invited artists to select a room of their choice, from bedrooms to formal dining rooms. Each participant receives an empty box and will design an interior that reflects their artistic practice. Encompassing glass, textiles, painting, and more, this exhibit will both celebrate the dollhouse as an artistic form and serve as a three-dimensional celebration of ODU’s creative faculty, with each room highlighting the diversity, creativity, and skill of Hampton Roads’ artistic scene. 

Oct. 3, 2024
NorVa

Hailing from a small island in South Carolina, Hall was raised in a musical family and began formally studying classical guitar in high school at Idyllwild Arts Academy. Quickly thrust into the world of major labels, Hall signed a record deal at the young age of sixteen. He will perform Oct. 3 at NorVa.

Oct. 4-6, 2024
Harrison Opera House

Mozart’s masterpiece tells the story of a handsome playboy, Don Giovanni, as he blazes a path to his own destruction in a single day. He’s loved by women as much as he loves them, but his disregard for decency catches up with him. In the end, supernatural forces exact the final punishment and, for the first time, the Don cannot outwit fate.

Mark your calendars for the 34th annual Virginia Children’s Festival, proudly presented by Optima Health and set to take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024. This beloved family event in the 757 area promises a day packed with over 100 exciting and engaging activities tailored for children aged 10 and younger. From hands-on workshops to cultural experiences, military demonstrations to costumed characters, storytelling sessions to musical performances, and even dance lessons – this festival offers a diverse range of interactive experiences that will captivate young hearts and minds. It’s the ultimate family outing for a day of fun, creativity, and cherished memories. Don’t miss out!

OCT. 5, 2024
The Annex

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Fall Crafted Market, held this year at Norfolk’s newest venue, The Annex, located at 2500 Church St. Shop from a curated collection of local artisans, makers and vintage finds.

OCT. 10, 2024
Chrysler Hall

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush.

Oct. 12, 2024
Chrysler Hall

John Mulaney has hosted Saturday Night Live five times. He began writing for SNL in 2008, creating memorable characters such as ‘Stefon’ with Bill Hader and working with hosts on their monologues. He has written and appeared in IFC’s Documentary Now! and Netflix’s Big Mouth, in which he voices the character of Andrew. In December 2019, the critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated musical variety special John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch debuted on Netflix.

OCT. 15, 2024
NORVA

Over the past 30 years, the punk godfathers in the band have all but trademarked their sound, a brand of hard rockabilly/punk that’s cut with the melodic, road-tested lyrics of frontman Mike Ness. 

Oct. 17-18, 2024
NEON District

The NEON Festival is a free two evening event that encourages visitors to explore and discover the NEON District. The festival celebrates the energy in NEON and draws from the passion and creativity in Downtown and the region. Anchored by the Chrysler Museum of Art and Harrison Opera House and extending to The Plot on Granby Street, the NEON District includes many creative small businesses and arts partners that contribute to the festivities. 

OCT. 19, 2024
Naval Station Norfolk

Naval Station Norfolk’s annual Fleet Fest returns, and it’s free for all! There will be base hosts, ship tours, live entertainment, static aircraft displays, a spacious children’s play area, military demonstrations, a chili cook-off, food vendors, craft beer from local breweries and much more. The festivities begin at 10 a.m. for a day of fun and excitement!

OCT. 18, 2024
Scope Arena

The Norfolk Admirals, proud ECHL affiliates of the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose, recently announced their schedule for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The Admirals will play a 72-game regular season schedule comprised of 24 Friday games, 23 Saturday games, 13 Sunday games, eight Wednesday games, three Tuesday games, and one Thursday game. The Oct. 18, 2024 opener is against the Adirondack Thunder and begins at 6:05 p.m.

Oct. 19-20, 2024
Historic Ghent

This October, the Hope House Foundation is hosting a two-day affair with over 135 artists hailing from different corners of the U.S. and overseas. There will be incredible creations spanning various mediums such as photography, pottery, sculpture, painting, mixed media and jewelry. The festival finds its unique charm in the serene Stockley Gardens Park, nestled in the heart of the historic Ghent district. What makes this event even more special is that it’s completely free and open to the public, making it a magnet for thousands of art enthusiasts. With live music, a delectable variety of food and a vibrant sense of community.

The annual Town Point Virginia Fall Wine Festival is a highly anticipated event in Hampton Roads, marking the highlight of the fall season. Taking place at the picturesque Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, this festival is a true gem. Virginia’s recognition by Wine Enthusiast Magazine as one of the world’s top 10 wine travel destinations is fully embodied in the grandeur of the Fall Town Point Virginia Wine Festival. With over 25 of the Commonwealth’s finest wineries presenting more than 200 exceptional wines, this event is a wine lover’s dream come true.

Oct. 22-27, 2024
Chrysler Hall

Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) and original director and choreographer CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon).

Oct. 25, 2024
Ghent

Enjoy a costume contest, live music, kids activities and adult beverages in a street carnival atmosphere on Colley Ave. in Ghent. Prizes awarded for best costumes.