Brewery Events

Salty Dog Beach Walk

March 23 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Bold Mariner Brewing Company 1901 E. Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA

Join us for the Norfolk SPCA’s The Salty Dog Walk, taking place on March 23, 2025. This beloved event is held along the beautiful beaches of Ocean View, featuring a 1-mile walk from Cape View Beach to 1st Bay and back (begins at 11). Registration fee includes a tee shirt, tote bag filled and one drink ticket for the after party.

After the walk, we invite participants to join us for a lively after-party at The Bold Mariner Brewing Company (from 1-3), proudly sponsored by 97.3 The Eagle.

The celebration will include:
• Working dog demonstrations with their handlers (first responders)
• Vendor Booths
• Adoptable Dogs!
• Family-friendly activities
• Live music
• Delicious food
• New this year! Team signups to encourage support for the NSPCA, with special incentives offered to successful team leaders (select cool prizes for the more money you raise)!
All two and four-legged friends are invited to partake in the fun!

www.norfolkspca.com or tlindquist@norfolkspca.org

Arts and Entertainment

11th Annual Wearable Arts Show

March 21 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Chrysler Museum of Art One Memorial Place, Norfolk, Virginia 23510 757-664-6200 Price: Free

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Experience an evening of artistry and innovation at the Chrysler Museum of Art’s Wearable Arts Show on Friday, March 21.

Over 50 students from The Governor’s School for the Arts will showcase runway-ready creations inspired by the Museum’s collection. These stunning designs will come to life in Huber Court with dynamic runway processions and live music from the GSA Jazz Band.

Following the show, each look will be displayed in the Margaret Shepherd Ray Student & Family Gallery, alongside two-dimensional works from visual arts students.

Free admission, no registration required.

Arts and Entertainment

Nu Audio Installment NO. 5

March 22 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Only You Lounge 2314 Colonial Ave Fl 3 The Veil Brewing Co, Norfolk, Va 23517

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NU AUDIO INSTALLMENT NO. 5
NEXT SATURDAY @onlyyoulounge. WE GOT @rylospinna & returning special guest @kmbsounds ✨

AS ALWAYS, ALL GENRES, ALL NIGHT – BUT THIS TIME WE GOT A HEAVY FOCUS ON R&B. PULL UP EARLY OR WAIT IN LINE. 🌐🌐

Brewery Events

Chris's Pub Trivia

March 19 - June 25 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Smartmouth Brewing Company 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507

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Grab your trivia crew and come out every Wednesday to Norfolk HQ for Chris’ Pub Trivia! Hosted by Norfolk legend Chris Overton, test your brain on general knowledge trivia while enjoying Smartmouth brews and eats by Ghost Kitchen

The winning team will receive a Smartmouth gift card and all-important bragging rights. Plus, enjoy $3 pints of Seven Cities lager during trivia

Trivia is free to play and open to all ages!

Arts and Entertainment

Bar Trivia

March 19 - March 19 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Veil Brewing Co. 2314 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517 (757) 904-1054

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📢 NEW EVENT ALERT! 📢

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a trivia champ? 🧠🍻 Join us EVERY TUESDAY at The Veil Norfolk for Bar Trivia, starting today, March 11th!

📍Where: Second floor of our taproom ⏰ Time: 7PM – 9PM 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly & open to all!
🏆 Prizes: 🥇 1st place – $50 gift card 🥈 2nd place – $25 gift card 🥉 3rd place – $10 gift card

We’ve got 20 questions, split into six mini rounds, plus a halftime break—plenty of time to grab a burger and a beer without missing a beat! 🍔🍺
So, whether you’re flying solo or rolling deep with your trivia squad, come test your knowledge and have some fun!

Arts and Entertainment

2025 Book Exchange Charity Sale

September 27 - September 28 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Norfolk Animal Care Center 5585 Sabre Rd, Norfolk, VA 23502 (757) 441-5505

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Save the Date!
Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center is thrilled to announce our participation in the 2025 Book Exchange Charity Sale on September 27th and 28th! This amazing event brings the community together to support local organizations making a difference.

In 2024, the Book Exchange raised an incredible $9,419 for participating charities, and we’re excited to see what this year’s event has in store.

FNACC’s charity weekend will be on September 27th and 28th. Every dollar raised helps us continue our mission of supporting Norfolk’s animals through medical care, adoption initiatives, and community outreach programs. Stay tuned for more details about this year’s sale and how you can get involved. Let’s make 2025 another record-breaking year for our furry friends! 🐾📚

Cuisine and Cocktails

File, Feast and Give Back!

April 15 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Baker's Crust 330 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517

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Join us at Baker’s Crust’s Ghent location in Norfolk on Tuesday, April 15th for Tax Day Relief Night – “File, Feast & Give Back.”

Date: Tuesday, April 15th
Time: 11 AM – 9 PM
Location: Baker’s Crust, Norfolk

Why stress about Tax Day when you can celebrate with great food and furry friends?

10% of the sale of your meal will be donated to Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center through Baker’s Crust Dough-Raiser program, helping to support Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Meet an adoptable dog from NACC on the patio from 4 PM – 6 PM (weather permitting).

Visit the FNACC booth from 4 PM – 7 PM to shop merchandise, learn more about our work, and find out how you can get involved.

IMPORTANT: Guests must turn in an invitation to their server or bartender, either in printed or digital form, for their purchase to be credited toward the total funds raised.

Dine in, make a difference, and enjoy a stress-free Tax Day. Bring your friends, family, and fellow animal lovers—every meal helps a pet in need.

Arts and Entertainment

Peer-To-Peer Pizza Party

April 8 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Maker's Craft Brewery 735 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA 23504 Price: Free

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Join us for a Pizza Party and learn how to fundraise for Norfolk Animal Care Center on Give Local 757!

Where: Maker’s Craft Brewery

When: Tuesday, April 8th, 5-7 pm

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center invites you to a fun and informative evening at Maker’s Craft Brewery on Tuesday, April 8th, from 5-7 pm. Enjoy free pizza while learning how to become a fundraising champion for NACC during Give Local 757!

Can’t make it to the party? You can still become a fundraiser! Here’s how it works:

Become a Champion – sign up on givelocal757.org and choose Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
Tell Your Story – Customize your page with photos, videos, and why NACC matters to you
Spread the Word – Share your fundraiser with friends and family to rally support

Learn more: www.givelocal757.org/info/fundraiser-guide

Sports

ODU Women's Basketball vs. Navy

March 22 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Chartway Arena 4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23508 (757) 683-5762 Price: $15

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ODU Women's Basketball vs. Navy in the Women's National Invitation Tournament. They play on March 22nd at 2:00 p.m.!

Arts and Entertainment

A Night with Dr. Arthur Brooks and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin

March 26 2025

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Chartway Arena 4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23508 (757) 683-5762 Price: Free and open to the public

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Please join us for a Commonwealth Conversation with New York Times bestselling author Arthur Brooks, hosted by First Lady of Virginia Suzanne S. Youngkin on the campus of Old Dominion University.

In this forum, the First Lady and Dr. Brooks will explore how to recenter lives around four key elements: family, faith, friendship, and meaningful work.

It is an incredible opportunity for our young people and their supporting communities – including families, church groups, school communities, colleges, after-school programs, mentors, business communities, and more – to come together and hear from the nation’s leader on making strategic and thoughtful decisions to light the path to happiness and fulfillment.

Please share this event – it is free and open to the public.

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