Complete list of Festival Events in Virginia Beach

If you don't know already, the Neptune Festival is pretty much a big deal in VA Beach. There are a ton of fun events that make up the Neptune Festival. The Fireworks Extravaganza is one exciting part of the festival to get end (or begin!) a Saturday night.

This stunning fireworks show can be enjoyed at any place on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. So, bring your whole family, set up on the beach or a boardwalk bench, and enjoy the show!

The fireworks display starts on Saturday, September 7, 2017 at 9:00pm. This half hour show is free and open to the public.

The Grand Parade is a sight to see that is part of the Neptune Festival festivities. The Grand Parade begins in the morning, 11:30am to be exact, and lasts until 1:00pm.

What you'll see at the Grand Parade:

• Colorful floats
• Larger than life balloons
• Live music
• Dancing performances
• ROTC performances 
• and more!

There'll be fun giveaways, too! 

Set up your chairs on Atlantic Ave between 16th Street and 32nd Street for a great view of this Virginia Beach event. 

Part of the beloved Neptune Festival series is the 2017 Fall Wine Festival! This festival is the 21st Annual event. This two day Virginia Beach event will take place from noon - 5:00pm. This is a ticketed event. Tickets include a commemorative wine glass and tastings throughout the event. Ticket prices start at just $35.

WE'RE BRINGING THE LAGER BACK!!!

Get ready for an epic event: our 2nd Annual Red, White and Brew LAGER festival! Kickstart the summer with 25 EPIC ICE-COLD LAGERS, awesome live music by THE CODY AUSTIN BAND and feel good knowing the best brewery (voted on by you) will get $500 donated to a well-deserving Charity!

WHEN / WHERE
Saturday, July 8th, 2017
4-8pm
Just behind Back Bay Brewery (614 Norfolk Ave, Virginia Beach, VA)

TICKETS
$30 in advance
$40 day of (unless sold out)

The Reel it OUT Queer Film Festival of Hampton Roads is a community focused event with the goal and purpose of exposing, educating, and introducing the lifestyle, struggles, joys, and hardships of the Queer community through the world of film and media.

THE BATTLE BEGINS SEPTEMBER 9, 2017.

Tickets now available: https://beachambassadors.myshopify.com/collections/tickets

2017 marks the 28th Annual Bayou Boogaloo Music and Cajun Food Festival! This favorite festival attracts Cajun food lovers and the lovers of the sounds and vibe of original New Orlean culture.

2017 Bayou Boogaloo Festival 

This THREE DAY FESTIVAL will take place in Towne Point Park in Norfolk, VA. 

When spring rolls around, a favorite tradition for many families includes an Easter Egg Hunt.

While in Virginia Beach, a favorite tradition to celebrate the fun of Easter includes bringing yourself and your family to Hunt Club Farm to enjoy their Easter Festival and Egg Hunt!

The 33rd Annual Pungo Strawberry Festival is upon us! This is a must do event for people who are visiting VA Beach. People travel from all over this country for this event. It is HUGE. At this Virginia Beach event, you can walk for miles and be endlessly entertained. There are delicious foods to buy, handmade accessories, unique gifts, local art, and carnival rides for kids AND adults! This event really appeals to everyone. Pick your own strawberries here or buy some that are already picked! These are great for pies, muffins, on top of cereal, or just to enjoy on their own!

The 6th Annual Pungo Wine Festival will be held at Back Bay Farms. This Virginia Beach event will benefit Connect With a Wish (which supports VA Beach's foster care program).

At this popular event, there will of course be lots of wine to sample and enjoy! There will also be craft beer for those who are more into beer than wine. There's something for everyone here.

Aside from wine and beer, there will be live entertainment from BJ Griffin and the Galaxy Groove + Little Country. Count on delicious foods from local food trucks.