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Fleet Fest 2025

October 11 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Naval Station Norfolk 9475 Bacon Ave, Norfolk, VA 23511-2814, United States Price: FREE
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Join us for Fleet Fest 2025 on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Naval Station Norfolk – the world’s largest naval base! 

 

This free and open-to-the-public event is your exclusive opportunity to step aboard U.S. Navy ships, meet Sailors, and experience life in the fleet firsthand. 🛳️👨‍✈️👩‍✈️

 

🎶 Enjoy live music

🍔 Savor delicious eats from local food trucks

🛩️ Watch thrilling military demonstrations

🧑‍🔬 Bring the whole family for a day full of hands-on learning and patriotic fun!

 

Celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States Navy with us in unforgettable style!

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The Summer I Turned Pretty Themed Trivia @COVA Brewing Co!

August 12 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
COVA Brewing Co  9529 Shore Drive, Norfolk VA 23518 Price: FREE
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The Summer You Went to COVA…. 🌊🤍
Come out on Tuesday, August 12th for TSITP trivia night! Are you team Conrad or team Jeremiah??? Only Belly knows the answer.
No sign-up required. Show up ready to play. Please arrive early to find seats and grab drinks.

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Back to School Bash @COVA Brewing Co!

August 15 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
COVA Brewing Co  9529 Shore Drive, Norfolk VA 23518 Price: FREE
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It’s coming up quick…. 📓
The new school year will be here before you know it. Join us at COVA for our Back to School Bash on Friday, August 15th! 📚🎓✏️🚌
We ❤️ teachers! All teachers will receive 20% off their tabs from 5-9pm. 👩🏼‍🏫
Play “Are you smarter than a 5th grader?” Hosted by @beachtrivia from 5-7pm. 💭
Live music by @fox.and.the.bear 6-9pm 🎶
Bring school supplies to donate to @forkidsva Back to School Drive. Help families start the school year with the supplies they need for success. 🙌🏼

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Boss Babe Market @COVA Brewing Co!

August 22 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
COVA Brewing Co  9529 Shore Drive, Norfolk VA 23518 Price: FREE
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Hey babes💋 Come out to COVA Brewing for our 3rd Annual Boss Babe Market, hosted by @bellas_creations._  Over 40 women-owned vendors onsite along with live music, specialty drinks, and delicious food!

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Work From Downtown: CRM (Calm Relaxing Meditation)

August 19 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Hilton Norfolk The Main 100 East Main Street 4th Floor Norfolk, VA 23510 Price: FREE
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Looking to reset and recharge before the rest of your day unfolds?
Join us on Tuesday, August 19 from 12:00–1:00pm for CRM: Calm, Relaxing, Meditation, a free, beginner-friendly yoga session led by Danielle Stern of Bhav Brigade. This mid-day reset is designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and return to your afternoon feeling refreshed and re-centered.

Whether you’re desk-weary or just looking for a reason to roll out your mat, this is your moment to pause and reconnect. The class takes place in a cool, calming space filled with natural light—perfect for a gentle mid-week getaway.

Bring your own mat (BYOM). Space is limited, and registration is required.

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The Shadow Market

September 20 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Ghent 319 West 21st Street #Suite A Norfolk, VA 23517 Price: FREE
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Step into the hidden depths of the Fae Revel and unearth the Shadow Market – a clandestine gathering of local artisans and purveyors of the mystical. This isn’t just any market; it’s a living tapestry woven from the threads of fantasy, myth, and imagination, brought to life by the talented hands of Hampton Roads’ own creative spirits.

Wander through an enchanting array of stalls where you’ll find treasures fit for any realm: from hand-forged jewelry whispered to have ancient powers, to bespoke artwork depicting dragons and distant lands, intricate costumes perfect for your next adventure, spellbinding potions, and curiosities you won’t find in the mundane world. Each vendor offers a unique glimpse into the fantastical, providing the perfect opportunity to acquire a piece of magic to call your own.

Whether you’re seeking a unique memento, a gift for a fellow adventurer, or simply wish to immerse yourself in the creative spirit of our community, the Shadow Market promises discoveries around every turn. Support local talent and take home a piece of the Fae Revel’s magic!

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Fae Revel: A Night of Myth and Merriment

September 20 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Ghent 319 West 21st Street #Suite A Norfolk, VA 23517 Price: $108.90
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🍄✨ The Fae Revel: A Night of Myth and Merriment ✨🍄

Sponsored by: Novel Grounds

Step beneath the boughs of the enchanted forest and into a world of fantasy, folklore, and fae.

Join us this fall at The Ghent Rooftop Bar for an immersive evening with tickets including:

🧝‍♀️ Fantasy & Fae Cosplay

🍃 Themed Bites & Botanical Cocktails

🛍️ Shadow Market Vendors

🔮 Tarot Card Readings

🪄 A Strolling Magician with Forest Tricks

🎶 Dancing Beneath Twinkling Lights

 

✨✨ Meet Hillary Raymer for the release of her NEW dark fantasy romance novel – Lore of the Wicked Wood! The first 50 tickets sold include a free novel and a personal autograph session with the author herself!✨✨

 

Whether you’re high fae, woodland creature, or bookish royal, gather your court for a night you won’t forget.

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Speed Puzzling Competition

August 31 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Ghent 319 West 21st Street #Suite A Norfolk, VA 23517 Price: $40 Per Team / $25 Solo
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Puzzle Buzz hits The Ghent Rooftop Bar every fourth Sunday at 3PM every month!!!

It’s a fast-paced, team-based puzzle race with prizes, drinks, and guaranteed fun. Spots go quick – snag your tickets and we’ll see you at there.

🧩 Teams of up to four compete to finish a new puzzle every month the fastest 🏆 Winner scores a gift certificate from Puzzledly.com and the glory 📈 All finishers are entered into our national ranking database 🎁 Keep the puzzle when you’re done

Got a group of 5? Sure – but that’ll cost you 10 extra minutes on your finish time. Flying solo? Grab a Puzzle Pairing ticket and we’ll connect you with an open team (if they’re game).

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Plant & Sip hosted by: The Planter

August 20 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Ghent 319 West 21st Street #Suite A Norfolk, VA 23517 Price: $35
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Weds, August 20th | Arrive at 6:15 PM, Workshop starts at 6:30 PM

Join us for a relaxing evening at The Ghent as we host a Succulent Terrarium Plant & Sip workshop! Build your own beautiful 6″ glass terrarium with a curated selection of succulents, colorful moss, stones, and decorative touches—guided step-by-step by our instructor.

🪴 No experience needed—just bring your creativity! 🍷 Drinks available for purchase to sip while you plant. 🎟 All materials included + your finished terrarium is yours to take home.

Spots are limited, so grab your seat and come unwind with us. Let’s get our hands in the soil and create something special.

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Boozy Book Fair

August 14 2025

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Ghent 319 West 21st Street #Suite A Norfolk, VA 23517 Price: FREE
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Sip, socialize, and shop for stories under the stars!

Join us for the Boozy Book Fair at The Ghent Rooftop Bar, a unique evening celebrating local literature, live music, and rooftop vibes. This isn’t your childhood book fair—it’s a vibrant, atmospheric event for the modern book lover.

Discover your next favorite read as you browse a curated selection of books from Hampton Roads’ best independent bookstores. Mingle with fellow readers, enjoy delicious food & draft-wall pours and let the sounds of live music provide the perfect soundtrack to your night.

Whether you’re hunting for a specific title or just looking for a good time, the Boozy Book Fair offers an unforgettable experience.

Event Highlights:

 

Local Bookstores: Shop from an amazing collection of local and independent booksellers, including:

 

Prince Books SeeWhich Books Lit Garage Wands Books Myth and Merriment Events Reach Reads and more!!

We are happy to add the following to the vendor lineup: @wicked_sisterscloset @jollityandco @kuumbastudio @thecookiebarva @everjaneboutique @starboundbooksandbakery @eleanorsnfk

 

Rooftop Dining & Drinks: Enjoy our full menu of food and beverages with a spectacular view.

 

Live Music: Vibe to live music from 6-10pm.

 

Don’t miss out on our Biggest Boozy Book Fair Yet!!

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