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Updated August 20, 2026.
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Live! On Atlantic Nightly Entertainment
Throughout August | Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk come alive with musicians, street performers and specialty acts at stages throughout the resort area. The nightly schedule varies, so check VBnightlife.com for who’s performing each night.
Norfolk Tides Home Games
Through August 2, August 11–16 & August 18–23 | Harbor Park, Norfolk
The Tides host the Worcester Red Sox, Gwinnett Stripers and Nashville Sounds during three August home stands. Game times vary.
World Oddities Expo
August 1–2 | Virginia Beach Convention Center
Unusual artists, performers, educators and vendors gather for a two-day celebration of the strange, macabre and mystical.
Virginia Beach Tattoo Arts Festival
August 7–9 | Virginia Beach Convention Center
Tattoo artists, vendors and entertainment come together for the annual Virginia Beach Tattoo Arts Festival.
Family Overnight: Summer Carnival
August 8–9 | Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin, Norfolk
Families spend the night aboard the historic battleship during a themed overnight experience with activities and maritime programming.
Sister Act
Through August 9 | Little Theatre of Virginia Beach
The musical comedy follows a nightclub singer who enters protective custody inside a convent, bringing music, dancing and plenty of disruption with her.
Superstar Anime
August 15–16 | Virginia Beach Convention Center
The convention celebrates anime and Japanese pop culture with cosplay, panels, Q&A sessions, artists, vendors and special guests.
SonRise Music Festival
August 15–16 | 24th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
The family-friendly Christian music festival features worship, national and regional performers, beach activities and special guests.
64th Annual Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships
August 23–30 | Virginia Beach Oceanfront, primarily 1st–10th Streets
One of Virginia Beach’s signature annual traditions returns with professional and amateur surfing, beach sports, vendors and coastal culture. Competition schedules and activities vary by day.
Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party
August 28–29 | 6:30 PM | 32nd Street on the beach, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE general admission
Two nights of funk, soul, R&B and hip-hop take over the beach. Friday’s announced lineup includes D-Train, Big Daddy Kane and Midnight Star. Preferred viewing tickets are available, and free general admission is subject to capacity.
Live! On Atlantic Nightly Entertainment - Every evening thru August at the
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
***Atlantic Avenue and the boardwalk come alive with musicians, street performers, specialty acts and free entertainment at stages on 7th, 17th, 24th, and 31st streets. The nightly schedule varies, so check the VBnightlife.com calendar for the performers appearing each night.***
Norfolk Tides Home Games - Harbor Park, Norfolk
July 28–August 2: vs. Worcester Red Sox
August 11–16: vs. Gwinnett Stripers
August 18–23: vs. Nashville Sounds and Bark in the Park
World Oddities Expo
August 1–2
11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Virginia Beach Convention Center
The World Oddities Expo brings unusual artists, performers, educators and vendors together for a two-day celebration of the strange, macabre and mystical. VIP admission begins at 10:00 AM.
Virginia Beach Tattoo Arts Festival
August 7–9
Virginia Beach Convention Center
Tattoo artists, vendors and entertainment come together for the annual Virginia Beach Tattoo Arts Festival. The event is among the Convention Center’s larger public August gatherings.
Superstar Anime
August 15–16
Virginia Beach Convention Center
Superstar Anime celebrates anime and Japanese pop culture with cosplay, panels, Q&A sessions, artists, vendors and special guests.
64th Annual Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships
August 23–30
Virginia Beach Oceanfront, primarily 1st through 10th Streets
One of Virginia Beach’s signature annual traditions returns with professional and amateur surfing, beach sports, vendors and coastal culture. Competition schedules and activities vary by day, making this a full week of entertainment at the south end of the Oceanfront.
Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party (details below)
August 28–29 at 6:30 PM
32nd Street on the beach, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Free general admission; preferred viewing tickets available
Funk Fest brings two nights of funk, soul, R&B and hip-hop to a large stage directly on the beach. Friday’s announced lineup includes D-Train, Big Daddy Kane and Midnight Star. General admission is free but subject to capacity.
Rod Stewart: One Last Time
7:30 PM | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
Rod Stewart performs with special guest Richard Marx during his One Last Time tour.
DEVOTION: An Earth, Wind & Fire Experience
7:30 PM | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
DEVOTION celebrates the music of Earth, Wind & Fire with an evening of funk, soul, R&B and dance favorites.
Island Nights
6–9 PM | Five Points Park, Norfolk
Tropical rhythms, food and family activities accompany live entertainment from Nature’s Child and JuJu Drum & Friends.
Ynot Wednesday with The Hookz
5 PM | Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza, Virginia Beach | FREE
The Hookz perform during the weekly outdoor concert series at Virginia Beach Town Center.
Oceanfront Concert Series: The 502s
7 PM | 17th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The 502s bring upbeat indie-folk and Americana music to the Boardwalk.
Sunset Yoga on the Battleship Wisconsin
6:30 PM | Nauticus, Norfolk
Practice evening yoga aboard the Battleship Wisconsin overlooking the Downtown Norfolk waterfront.
Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour
7 PM | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
Country star Tim McGraw brings the Pawn Shop Guitar Tour to Virginia Beach.
Beach Blanket Cinema: Zootopia 2
8:30 PM | Beach at 29th Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
Bring a blanket or beach chair and enjoy Zootopia 2 on a large outdoor screen directly on the beach.
1619: When Destinies Collide
8:30 & 9:30 PM | 26th Street Stage, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The historical stage production is presented twice during the evening.
Tidewater Pipes and Drums
7 PM | Attucks Theatre, Norfolk
The Tidewater Pipes and Drums present an Arts at the Attucks program featuring traditional bagpipe and drum music.
Virginia Legends Live
Evening performances | 25th & 26th Street Stages, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The Wreck of the Dictator and 1619: When Destinies Collide are presented as part of the Oceanfront’s historical entertainment.
Glow in the Park
6–9 PM | Splash Park at Western Branch Community Center, Chesapeake
The splash park hosts an evening summer event featuring illuminated outdoor fun and family activities.
Barry Manilow: The Last Norfolk Concert
7 PM | Chartway Arena, Norfolk
Barry Manilow performs what is being promoted as his final Norfolk concert.
PJ Morton: Saturday Night Sunday Morning Tour
8 PM | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
The Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician brings his blend of R&B, gospel and pop to the Sandler Center.
Unity in the Community
10 AM | Scope Arena, Norfolk
The City of Norfolk and Norfolk Public Schools host a community event featuring family activities, information and back-to-school resources.
Summer Bash at Mount Trashmore
Mount Trashmore Park, Virginia Beach
The family-friendly outdoor market features more than 50 vendors, food trucks, live music, games and activities.
WWE Monday Night Raw
7:30 PM | Scope Arena, Norfolk
WWE Monday Night Raw returns to Scope Arena for a nationally televised evening of professional wrestling.
The Princess Concert
3:30 PM | Chartway Arena, Norfolk
This family-oriented live concert features princess characters, costumes, music and theatrical performances.
Ynot Wednesday with WonderLand
5 PM | Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza, Virginia Beach | FREE
WonderLand performs popular dance and party favorites during the weekly outdoor concert series.
Oceanfront Concert Series: Watchhouse
7 PM | 31st Street Stage/Neptune Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The acclaimed folk duo formerly known as Mandolin Orange performs as part of the free Oceanfront Concert Series.
The Expendables
6 PM | New Realm Brewing Company, Virginia Beach
The Expendables bring their blend of reggae, rock and punk influences to an outdoor summer concert.
Beach Blanket Cinema: How to Train Your Dragon
8:30 PM | Beach at 29th Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The 2025 live-action version of How to Train Your Dragon plays on a large outdoor screen directly on the beach.
Virginia Legends Live
Evening performances | Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
Free historical productions continue at the 25th and 26th Street stages.
COLORS Presents: R&B ONLY LIVE
9 PM | The NorVa, Norfolk
R&B ONLY LIVE delivers a high-energy celebration of classic favorites, current hits and deep cuts.
Isaiah Rashad: Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip
8 PM | The Dome by Rutter Mills, Virginia Beach
Rapper Isaiah Rashad brings his Southern hip-hop sound to The Dome.
Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
8 PM | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
The high-energy production celebrates Michael Jackson’s music, movement and stage performances.
A String Quartet Tribute to Stevie Wonder
6–9 PM | Five Points Park, Norfolk
La Primavera Strings presents a string-quartet interpretation of Stevie Wonder’s music during an outdoor date-night event.
Neptune’s 11th Annual Coastal Craft Beer Festival
3–8 PM | 31st Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | 21+
The festival features more than 60 beers from 30 breweries, live music, food trucks and nonalcoholic tasting options.
Josh Groban: Stage, Screen and Symphony
7:30 PM | Chartway Arena, Norfolk
Josh Groban performs music from the stage, screen and his recording career with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show
7:30 PM | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
Chris Stapleton brings his All-American Road Show to Virginia Beach with special guest Maggie Rose.
Dominic Fike: Comedy Tragedy Parody in North America
7:30 PM | The Dome by Rutter Mills, Virginia Beach
Singer, songwriter and actor Dominic Fike brings his mix of alternative pop, rock and hip-hop to Virginia Beach.
Ynot Wednesday with Tidewater Drive
5 PM | Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza, Virginia Beach | FREE
Tidewater Drive brings horn-powered pop, funk, dance music and party favorites to the free Ynot Wednesday series.
Oceanfront Concert Series: Andy Frasco & The U.N. and Kitchen Dwellers
7 PM | 24th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
Andy Frasco & The U.N. and Kitchen Dwellers share the bill with special guest Magoo.
It’s All About the Bass
7:30 PM | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
The TowneBank Jazz Series turns the spotlight on the power and versatility of the bass.
KevOnStage: Grief Sucks — A One Man Show
7:30 PM | Attucks Theatre, Norfolk
Comedian and digital creator KevOnStage approaches grief through storytelling and humor.
Beach Blanket Cinema: SpongeBob Movie — Search for SquarePants
8:30 PM | Beach at 29th Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
Enjoy a free family movie night on the sand featuring SpongeBob’s latest big-screen adventure.
Pitbull: I’m Back with Special Guest Lil Jon
8 PM | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
Pitbull and Lil Jon team up for an outdoor concert filled with dance, hip-hop and party anthems.
43rd Annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival: Night One
5–11 PM | Town Point Park, Norfolk
Hampton Roads’ longest-running outdoor jazz festival returns to the Downtown Norfolk waterfront.
The Mountain Goats
8 PM | The NorVa, Norfolk
The Mountain Goats bring their distinctive indie-rock songwriting and devoted live following to The NorVa.
Final Night of 1619: When Destinies Collide
8:30 & 9:30 PM | 26th Street Stage, Virginia Beach Oceanfront | FREE
The historical outdoor production concludes its scheduled summer run.
Billy Idol: It’s a Nice Day to…Tour Again!
7:30 PM | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
Billy Idol brings his unmistakable sound and classic rock catalog to the Virginia Beach Amphitheater.
43rd Annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival: Night Two
5–11 PM | Town Point Park, Norfolk
The Waterfront Jazz Festival continues with a second evening of live jazz beside the Elizabeth River.
Masego: Fix Your Face Tour
8 PM | The Dome by Rutter Mills, Virginia Beach
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Masego brings his blend of R&B, soul, jazz and hip-hop to The Dome.
Nitro Circus 2.0
7 PM | Harbor Park, Norfolk
Nitro Circus brings freestyle motocross, BMX and high-flying action-sports stunts to Harbor Park for a rain-or-shine outdoor show.
Ynot Wednesday with The Steals
5 PM | Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza, Virginia Beach | FREE
The Steals perform during the final scheduled Ynot Wednesday concert of August at Virginia Beach Town Center.
Nauticus After Dark: Books, Booze and Bouquets
5:30–8 PM | Nauticus, Norfolk | 21+
The after-hours event features local booksellers, vendors, florals, food, drinks and evening access to the museum’s exhibits.
Chance the Rapper: Coloring Book 10-Year Anniversary Tour
8 PM | The Dome by Rutter Mills, Virginia Beach
Chance the Rapper celebrates ten years of Coloring Book with a special tour performance at The Dome.
Motown Mania: Starring Masters of Soul
7:30 PM | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
Masters of Soul celebrate the music, choreography and style of the classic Motown era.
Crabfeast at the Beach
Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia, Virginia Beach
The Virginia Beach Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta hosts an all-you-can-eat crab feast with live music and vendors.
Luciano with Devonte and Tanto Metro
8 PM | The NorVa, Norfolk | 18+
Reggae artist Luciano performs with Devonte and Tanto Metro.
Outdoor events and schedules may change because of weather or other circumstances. Before leaving, confirm details with the venue or organizer.
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