Are you ready for spring break on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront? The weather is warming up and the beach is coming alive with great events and things to do. Here are a some upcoming events to consider while enjoying your spring break on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront:

2019 Mid-Atlantic Home and Outdoor Living Show
3/23/2019, 3/24/2019
Virginia Beach Convention Center

For 34 years the Mid-Atlantic Home & Outdoor Living Show has paved the way in bringing you the latest in style, technology and décor to refresh and renew your home, garden and outdoor living spaces. Connect with over 200 local professionals and exhibitors ready to assist you in building or renovating the indoor or outdoor space you so desire! more details

Celebrate Agriculture
Presented By: City of Virginia Beach Farmers Market
March 23, 2019  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Celebrate Agriculture:  Boardwalk Attractions Carnival, Craft Show, Live Music, Food Trucks, Rural Heritage Center and Children’s Activities, Educational Gardens, Family Friendly and Free! Virginia Beach Farmers Market

33rd Annual Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
Dates: March 22-24, 2019

he Virginia Beach Spring Craft Marketfeatures over 150 fine artists and craftspeople from across the nation offering fine arts, handcrafted jewelry, wood, glass, photography, candles, woven baskets, clothing, toys, folk art and specialty foods. Exhibitors introduce new lines and special accessories for the home and garden including wrought iron, welcome wreaths, garden statuary, birdhouses, outdoor furniture, pottery and wind chimes.

Meet the artisans, learn the stories behind their work and shop for the best in fine arts and fine crafts – from simple to lavish – you’ll find one-of-a-kind creations for every budget.

Free Wine Tasting Saturdays

Presented By: Virginia Beach Winery
Recurring weekly on Saturday at Virginia Beach Winery

Free wine tasting at the Virginia Beach Winery every Saturday from noon – 6 pm! Come sample our delicious wines made locally in our small production room!

SERTOMA SPRING FEVER
March 30 , 12-6pm

The Annual Norfolk Sertoma Spring Fever will be the premier spring celebration that allows our community to gather in a festive atmosphere while contributing directly to Norfolk Sertoma sponsorship projects.  This fundraiser is part of what lets us continue providing Service To Mankind.

Many party-goers simply refer to this day of fun and good company as “the great barn party.” This All Inclusive event features popular bands, food, and drinks. Tickets include beer, top-shelf spirits, and excellent food prepared by club members and local restaurants — favorites like beef tenderloin, pork barbecue, potato salad, coleslaw, hush puppies, fried trout and clam chowder. more details

• Live music from The Deloreans, and Strictly Business
• Top-Shelf Adult Beverages
• Slow Smoked Beef Sirloin
• Pork BBQ
• Fried Fish
• Hush Puppies
• Clam Chowder

Mermaid Mondays 2019

April 8, 2019 – April 29, 2019
Recurring weekly on Monday
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

The mermaids return in April 2019 with even more friends for special encounters all over the Bay & Ocean Pavilion. In addition, King Neptune will greet guests and activities will be spread throughout the Aquarium.

• Start your evening with an exclusive staff-guided tour above the Red Sea Tunnel to meet the mermaids! Limited to 4 persons per tour, and some restrictions apply.
• Receive the full beauty treatment at Mermaid Balee’s Bubblee Boutique on April 15th or the 22nd from 4:30 – 6:00pm. Seating is limited for this special experience!

Zac Brown Band: Down the Rabbit Hole
April 12
Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

Come see the Zac Brown Live in concert!

East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic
April 13

An open competition among area restaurants, the East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic focuses on one of the region’s most loved seafood delicacies. Restaurants serve their individual recipes and compete for People’s Choice Awards, determined by the ballots of those attending. Critic’s Choice Awards also are given by a panel of four leading regional cuisine experts. The competition will be held at the 24th Street Park.

Easter Weekend
April 19- 21st

Great time to visit and enjoy the beach:)

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Shamrock Marathon Weekend

March 15 – March 17

Shamrock Marathon Weekend is a St. Paddy’s Day tradition in Virginia Beach featuring the marathon, half-marathon, and race distances and challenges to accommodate all ages and skill levels.  This three-day event also includes a sports and fitness expo, and plenty of parties and live entertainment:) Come join us on the oceanfront!

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Stay with us here at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach Oceanside . Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel is situated directly on the Boardwalk on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach right in the heart of all the fun:)

Don’t you just love along holiday weekends? Of course! Escape the winter blues and come join us on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront this weekend!

Valentines Day & Presidents Day Weekend Happenings:

Valentine’s Dinner at the Aquarium – 2019

• Presented By: Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
• February 14, 2019
• Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
• Book your table for two in our Red Sea Aquarium, Sea Turtle Gallery, Chesapeake Bay Aquarium or Norfolk Canyon.

KATHLEEN MADIGAN  – Comedy at the Sandler Center for Performing Arts

For 28 years, comedian Kathleen Madigan has been touring 250 nights on the road and squeezing in hour-long filmed specials and performances on every late night show ever made. From 25 appearances on the Tonight Show and multiple appearances on Letterman and Conan to recently riding around with Jerry Seinfeld in his internet series “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee,” Madigan is still having a blast and selling out theaters across the country.  tickets

Excalibur Cup Gymnastics Invitational
February 15 – February 17

Come join us for the Excalibur Cup – a gymnastics invitational open to all levels! The Virginia Beach Convention Center is excited to host over 3,000 gymnastic competitors, representing over 25 different states and 10 different countries. With all levels competing in the same location, it is sure to be a fun-filled, exciting time! Come stay in one of our Oceanfront Hotel Rooms conveniently located near the event:) event details

Hotel Special:

Take advantage of our Retreat to Romance Package and join us on the Virginia Beach oceanfront for a Valentines Day escape:) Package includes overnight accommodations, a dining credit worth $25.00 to be used towards your choice of breakfast or dinner, a bottle of Champagne or Sparkling Cider, and a Chocolate Treat. 

Big Band Hangar Dance

February 9, 2019

5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Military Aviation Museum

We’re bringing the party back to the Military Aviation Museum, with Grace Street Seven and Theresa Eaman performing your favorite old time tunes against the backdrop of aviation history. With a few new twists this year, put on your best vintage duds for a fantastic blast to the past.

Featuring live music from Grace Street Seven and Theresa Eaman, silent auctions and costume contest!

The Big Band Hangar Dance is a fundraiser for the Military Aviation Museum, and your ticket supports our mission to preserve historic aircraft and educate new generations about our military aviation heritage.

Your dinner experience this year is brought to you by Atlantic Shores. Enjoy a gourmet three course meal while Theresa Eaman serenades you through a culinary adventure, then join the party and dance the night away to Grace Street Seven.

Tickets are on sale NOW event details. 

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Stay with us here at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach Oceanside . Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel is situated directly on the Boardwalk on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach right in the heart of all the fun:)