Blog Posts tagged in "Family Fun"

Harvest Festival - Family 4-Pack - Includes Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides & More! Highlights and Full Details Purchase for Only: $29.00 Regular Price $54.00 Savings $25.00 | Discount 46% Why we love this deal? Enjoy a great day of fall fun at Hunt Club Farm Visit the Only Petting Farm in Virginia Beach Home to dozens of friendly critters, this unique petting zoo offers families the chance to get up close and personal with its goats, sheep, tortoises, chickens, turkeys, guinea hens, geese, llamas, alpacas, donkeys, pigs and more. There is also a beautiful bird aviary filled ... read more

Check out great upcoming events at The Yankee Candle Village Store in Williamsburg~ Events kick off this weekend! Escape to Paradise Weekends Dates : Apr. 2-3 and Apr. 9-10 Escape to paradise for two weekends of fun! Bring the whole family! Activities include: Fun activites every day * Noon - 4 pm: Make some fun crafts in Towne Center - Have fun with Glitter tattoos, make your own candles, make a wax hand or dip a critter creation in Wax Works. Plus, the first 25 guests get a FREE Make Your Own Wax Works Jar! Saturday, Apr. 2: Margaritaville® Launch Party Noon - 2 pm: Join us as we skip ahead... read more

Make Memories All Year Now through May 31, 2016, Virginia residents pay for a day and get the rest of the year free.* Stroll through our historic gardens in the spring. Return for a summer evening to sip ale or root beer under the arbor at Chowning's Tavern. In the fall, join us as we fire up the kiln in the brickyard to bake bricks the 18th-century way. Come back in December for our Grand Illumination when we kick off the holiday season with fireworks, the lighting of the cressets, and a performance from our Fifes and Drums. No matter the time of year, there's always something new to discove... read more

GIVE AWAY~ MILITARY FAMILY 4 PACK SAM HUNT CONCERT TICKETS COURTESY OF KROGER CO. OF HAMPTON ROADS!! THE MILITARY CONCERT SERIES A CELEBRATION OF OUR MILITARY IS HOSTED BY THE USO HAMPTON ROADS & RAMAND PRODUCED BY WHISPER CONCERTS Check out the upcoming concert line-up with Sam Hunt, Thursday September 17, 2015! REGISTER BELOW (By entering your email) TO WIN OUR FAMILY 4 PACK OF SAM HUNT CONCERT TICKETS!! Learn more about The Military Concert Series . a Rafflecopter giveaway ... read more

September is filled with tons of events both on base and off base in Hampton Roads from the NAS Oceana Air Show to Military Appreciation Events to Commissary Case Lot Sales to Hiring Events and More! Here is a list of 20 eventsyou don't want to miss out on this September in Hampton Roads! (1) NAS Oceana Air Show September 19-20, 2015 (2) T he Boys & Girls Club Kids Day, Fall Festival on Saturday, 19 September from 1-4pm at Fort Eustis Youth Programs. Enjoy FREE bounce houses, crafts, games, treats, prizes, and more! What a FUN day for kiddos. (3) Commissary Case Lot Sales for September (4) Bl... read more

Liquid Light opens this Saturday at the Mariners' Museum! Public opening on Saturday, August 22 Join us for the public opening of our newest exhibition Liquid Light: Photography Beneath the Sea . Noted artists Chuck Davis (pictured to the right) and Robin Robinson will host gallery talks at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Talks are free with Museum admission. Liquid Light showcases a world beneath the sea unlike anything seen on land. The black-and-white photos capture a quality of light that exists only underwater. Visitors will be amazed by the wildlife portrayed in its natural habitat. Manta rays... read more

If you are stationed in Hampton Roads, I highly recommend you visit The Virginia Air & Space Center in Hampton, Virginia. The VASC is also thevisitor center for NASA Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base, VASC features hands-on aviation & space exhibits spanning 100 years of flight, more than 30 historic aircraft, space flight artifacts and a giant-screen 3D IMAX Theater. What's new at The VASC? Virginia Air & Space Center OpensTwo New Permanent Exhibits, Robots 3D and the Robotics Lab! The Virginia Air & Space Center is pleased to announce theopening of the new permanent exhibit... read more

Parents, mark your calendars for this awesome children's consignment event coming up July 22nd-25th Located at: Hampton Roads Academy 739 Academy Lane ~ Newport News *just off I-64 on Oyster Point Road Come see what everyone is talking about! We are more than just a sale~ we are an event! The best place to find quality children's clothing, gear and toys for a fraction of the retail price! Beach Bums is a place where moms, dads, grandparents, and local small business owners can come together to socialize, meet new friends and shop! We would love for you to be a part of our semi-annual consignm... read more

The 4th of July is a great time to enjoyfamily, friends, BBQ's, parades, fire works, and celebrations! It doesn't get much better than celebrating our nations birthday herein Hampton Roads where many battles were foughtand Independence was won. We are surrounded by historywhich allows foramazing venues to enjoy parades,celebrations, music, reenactment, and of course Fireworks! Enjoy, be safe, and please share this list of4th of July celebrations in Hampton Roads with others! There are many celebrations and fireworksaround town and if we miss any please feel free to add to the list in the comm... read more

Looking for something FUN to do with Dad this Father's Day? Why not catch a movie and one of these specials just for Dad from Paragon Theaters. We are celebrating Father's Day weekend (Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21 ) with three special deals for Dads at Paragon City Center 12 , Neo Kitchen + Bar and My Pi Pizza . Paragon City Center 12 Theaters has tons of amenities to offer a fantastic movie going experience. Plus, they offer a great Everyday Military Discount. Learn more about Paragon Theaters amenities, current movies and their military discount on MilitaryBridge! ... read more

It's back... The BIG KIDS COUPON offering great savings to The Children's Museum of Virginia! PRINT YOUR COUPON AND USE BY JUNE 19th! Big Kids Coupon for May 26 - June 19, 2015 http://childrensmuseumva.com/2015/may-big-kids-coupon.pdf Visit The Children's Museum to learn more about what you will see during your visit! ... read more

MILITARY KIDS' MAGAZINE HAS LAUNCHED! THE FIRST QUARTERLY MAGAZINE JUST FOR MILITARY KIDS. Their Story: Chameleon Kids was created by Amy and Janine, a teacher and a freelance writer, who wanted their kids to see the positive in their military lives. Everything they saw on the internet or in books about military families focused on the challenges of military life. Amy and Janine wanted their kids to see the happiness in meeting new people, experiencing different towns, and figuring out how to make the best out of difficult situations. In July 2014, Chameleon Kids was officially born. We love ... read more

Rebounderz of Newport News is proud to honor military members and their family for the entire month of May in recognition of National Military Appreciation Month with a special military discount. For the month of May military members and families can JUMP for only $8/hour. If you have not visited Rebounderz yet now is your chance to enjoy jumping at a great deal. Rebounderz offers FUN for everyone kids to adults. Be sure to visit Rebounderz on MilitaryBridge to learn about their Everyday Military Discount offers. About Rebounderz: Our mission at Rebounderz is to explore the creation of unique... read more

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Honors National Military Appreciation Month in May Military to receive discounts and free admission Tuesday, April 28, 2015 · 09:00 am (Virginia Beach, VA) – During National Military Appreciation Month in May, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is celebrating and honoring all those who have served and are currently serving. Parks & Recreation is featuring a variety of free and discounted admissions in its programs throughout the City. For more information, visit www.vbgov.com/military . The National Military Appreciation Month offers include the following: T... read more

ARMED FORCES NIGHT AT THE NORFOLK TIDES! May 9 vs. Buffalo Bisons Presented by Navy Mutual Join the Norfolk Tides in honoring all the brave men and women that serve in the Armed Forces. Active duty and retired military personnel as well as dependents can show their ID at the Harbor Park box office to get box seat tickets for $8.50 each and reserved seat tickets for $7.50 each. Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganza Stay after the game for a fireworks extravaganza presented by Navy Mutual. This will be a great night you don't want to miss. Mark your calendars and grab some friends for a great night ... read more

Exotic frogs exhibit opens March 14 at the Virginia Living Museum Explore TOAD-ally cool creatures and get eyeball to eyeball with live frogs from around the world in “Frogs: A Chorus of Colors” March 14 through Sept. 7 at the Virginia Living Museum. View more than 70 live frogs from across the globe, complete with their noisy croaks, yaps, chirps, whoops, snores and whistles, all housed in detailed habitats with rock ledges, live plants and waterfalls. Interactive games and displays help visitors of all ages have fun while exploring frogs’ biology and natural history, the roles they play in ... read more

The Virginia Living Museum Presents Reptiles! Bizarre and Beautiful February 14-16, 2015! Great event coming up at The Virginia Living Museum and you don't even have to like snakes and lizards to enjoy it. I have a horrible fear of reptiles but actually found a new appreciation for them through this show. And, if you are a reptile lover than you will absolutely love this annual event. Reptiles! Bizarre and Beautiful at the Virginia Living Museum Feb. 14-16 Enjoy three days of native and exotic reptiles at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, Feb. 14-16. See exotic reptiles from around th... read more

I am excited to announce that Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA have announced their Preschool Pass is back for 2015! This is such a fantastic deal! Below check out all the details of the offer and be sure to redeem this by May 31, 2015. Busch Gardens Williamsburg + Water Country USA 2-Park Preschool Pass Double your fun Introduce your little ones to their favorite characters at Sesame Street® Forest of Fun™ or take them to Land of the Dragons® to discover a magical playland at Busch Gardens®. Splash over to Water Country USA® where kids can play in our interactive splash zones... read more

Whether you already live in Hampton Roads or it's your next duty station, the area has a lot to offer. There is a lot to love about Hampton Roads. First of all, there is a large military presence in the area where each branch of the armed forces is represented which really gives the area a sense of being a military community. Secondly, the area is surrounded by water which is perfect for the beach, fishing, and boating lovers. The climate is mild and there are four seasons which is wonderful. One of the greatest benefits to the Hampton Roads area is there is a ton to do here. Remember, every ... read more

The Big Kids Coupon is back at the Portsmouth Children's Museum! Good Tuesday, January 13 through Thursday, February 12. Download your coupon today by clicking this link here ! The Portsmouth Children's Museum is one of my favorite things to do with the kiddos in Hampton Roads. The museum went through a huge renovation a couple years back and it's one of the best I've ever visited. Below is a little more on the Museum. What you'll see at the Children's Museum: Children step inside a world where bubbles grow bigger than they are, where the forces of energy electrify and spark their i maginatio... read more

Community Day at The Mariners’ Museum Saturday December 6, 2014! December 6 @ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM This Saturday (December 6) is Community Day at The Mariners' Museum! For Hampton Roads residents & Military Members stationed here in Hampton Roads, admission is only $5 per person and children 5 & under are free. Enjoy loads of family fun at a great price. This discount is for Hampton Roads residents only. Must show valid ID or proof of residency for discount. Military Members show proof of being stationed in Hampton Roads and show military id and you will receive the special admission price as we... read more

TIS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY EVENTS AROUND HAMPTON ROADS & RICHMOND! Here is a list of some of the great Holiday Events/Parades going on around town. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Holiday Season! Hampton Roads Peninsula Area Holiday Events: Celebration in Lights , Virginia's first drive-through holiday light event, opens for its 22nd season on Thanksgiving night (November 27, 2014). Newport News Park will be transformed by over 800,000 individual lights creating animated holiday and fanciful scenes. This year's event will feature more "light tubes" which create the effect of falli... read more

Do you live in Williamsburg, Virginia? If you do here is a great local resource you should follow to keep up to date with all things Williamsburg! WilliamsburgFamilies.com shares Events, Activities, Discounts and Promotions in and around Williamsburg, VA on www.WilliamsburgFamilies.com Williamsburg Families has put together a fantastic post just in time for the holidays! The Holiday Highlights Post shares things to do this Holiday Season in the Williamsburg Area. Check it out and please be sure to SHARE! ... read more

In honor of our nation's veterans, Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel. FREEADMISSION to Mount Vernon for all active duty, former, or retired military personnel. Program Details Honored guests are also invited to place a flower at Washington’s Tomb where the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution present a wreathlaying ceremony in honor of our nation's veterans. Special activities include a free patriotic community concert by the barbershop chorus The Harmony Heritage Singers in the Robert H. & Clarice Smith Aud... read more

The Mariners' Museum and Park is proud to support the military community year round with fantastic military discounts and military related appreciation events. This Veterans Day The Mariners' Museum would like to honor our military members and veterans through a special military appreciation offer. Military Appreciation Weekend November 8-November 11th from 9:00am- 5:00 PM In honor of Military Family Appreciation Month and Veteran’s Day, The Mariners’ Museum is offering our Armed Service members and their families a special admission price Saturday, November 8 – Tuesday, November 11. $5 admis... read more

FANTASTIC MILITARY DISCOUNT OFFER FOR ACTIVE DUTY, VETERANS, AND RETIRED MILITARY MEMBERS! Military Tribute Days Knott’s Berry Farm continues its tradition of honoring the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. military, both past and present, with free admission during its 25th annual Military Tribute. The free-admission offer applies to all U.S. veterans, retired and active military personnel and one guest. Up to six additional tickets may be purchased at Knott’s Ticket Booths for only $24 each from November 2 through 21 and for $29 each from November 22 through January 4. Military... read more

Another great Halloween opportunity from our partners at Virginia Air & Space Center Get your tickets now for this 23 year running Halloween Bash event coming October 25th. There will be loads of FUN and Activities. Plus, be sure to check out VASC on MB to see their great #militarydiscount offers ... read more

Great Annual Event Coming Up At The Virginia Living Museum! Night of the Living Museum Saturday, October 18, 5-8pm Are you ready for a “wild” night of spooky animals, trail walks, pumpkin carving and Mad Scientists? Night of the Living Museum returns to the Virginia Living Museum for its 15th year on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a non-scary Halloween event for families with kids ages 12 and under. Come dressed as your favorite character or wild animal. Enjoy live animal shows featuring fierce and not-so-fierce Halloween critters. Discover pumpkin carving secrets in the Pumpkin P... read more

FANTASTIC MILITARY DISCOUNTS OFFERED AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT AND DISNEYLAND RESORT! BLOG POST BY: Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks Today, we’re announcing new special pricing on theme park tickets and accommodations for active duty U.S. military personnel at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort . Here’s a look at the details: At Walt Disney World Resort – from August 25, 2014, through September 30, 2015, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spous... read more

Exciting News From The Virginia Zoo and Virginia Aquarium~ Member Partner Swap For The Month Of October! Below is the Press Release and Details: The Virginia Zoo, in Norfolk, Va., and the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, in Virginia Beach, Va., are participating in a member swap during the month of October. “We are excited to be involved in this partnership that really shows how dynamic the world of wildlife is and demonstrates a shared interest of the two cities, its wildlife conservation institutions and its members. And what a great deal for all,” said Greg Bockheim the Zoo’s E... read more

Military Appreciation Day at The Virginia Zoois Sunday October 12, 2014 from 10am-4pm! This is such a wonderful event and opportunity for military families to spend a great day full of activities at the Virginia Zoo. Open to all Active Duty Military, Retirees, Reserve/National Guard, DoD Civilians and their eligible dependents with valid ID card. To receive a FREE goodie bag at the event click here to get your coupon. To learn more about The Virginia Zoo and Military Discounts they offer on admission and membership visit them on MilitaryBridge. To learn more about The USO of HRCV visit their ... read more

Tucanos Brazilian Grill Announces Inaugural Virginia Brazilian Festival Newport News, Va. – On Sept. 20, 2014, Tucanos Brazilian Grill will introduce a little bit of Brazil into the Old Dominion with the 2014 Virginia Brazilian Festival. This first time event will be held at City Center in the Oyster Point area of Newport News, Va. Visitors from throughout the Mid-Atlantic along with local residents will be treated to a celebration of authentic Brazilian culture, food, arts and rhythms. Festivities begin with a Samba Parade down Fountain Way past Town Center Drive and onto the Fountain Stage ... read more

MilitaryAppreciation ProgramFrom Richmond International Raceway! THANK YOU, FOR EVERYTHING THAT YOU DO FOR OUR COUNTRY In appreciation for all that you do for our great country, Cheez-It and Richmond International Raceway are proud to bring you the Military Appreciation Program for the 2014 Fall Race Weekend. ... read more

Our Partners At Colonial Williamsburg Are Offering FREE TicketsFor Hampton Roads Residents August 8-15th! Do as the Locals Do This summer, for one week only (August 8–15), we’re inviting residents of Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Gloucester County, Newport News, Hampton, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach and Suffolk to experience all the Revolutionary City has to offer with one free Single-day ticket .* Experience Revolution in the Streets and meet your “other” neighbors–those who called Williamsburg home in the 18th-century. Accept your mission as an undercover ... read more

Welcome our New Partner Cupcake Castles Travel Company-Robyn Cockrell I am a Navy wife and a mother to two young boys. In almost 15 years, we've been stationed in California, Hawaii, Florida and now Virginia. Traveling and planning vacations are one of my passions. In college, I received my degree in Travel & Tourism and have since been working at a various travel agencies. Having been on at least 10 cruises myself and traveled to many countries all around the world, I feel like I have the passion and experience to plan your dream vacation whether it be a Disney one, a cruise or an all inclus... read more

Quest for Zoyo FroYo Gourmet Toppings Creates Nostalgia Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt Store Owner Explores Virginia’s Farm Land to Bring the Best Gourmet Toppings Traveling down on route 460 you can feel Virginia at its finest. Passing historic sites town after town excites me even more to reach my final destination. As I depart from Fort Lee and the Petersburg national battle site, history is already being told on my journey. Passing towns like Waverly, and signs that point to Surry and Jamestown I'm reminded just how old Virginia is. And just as I realize how old Virginia is, I also see how some... read more

Summer Concert Series FREE EVENT - Weekly on Thursday nights June 5 through September 25, 2014 •6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Bring a blanket or favorite chair & enjoy live music by some of the area's hottest bands on the banks of Lake Maury. Adult beverages, soft drinks, and a variety of summer foods will be available for sale. No outside alcohol is permitted. Take a look at our line-up and make your plans to be at The Mariners' Park every Thursday, all summer long. Forecast is for rain? Don't despair! Thursdays by the Lake will move inside. You can still enjoy the music, beverages and food when we move ... read more

The 4th of July is a great time to enjoyfamily, friends, BBQ's, parades, fire works, and celebrations! It doesn't get much better than celebrating our nations birthday herein Hampton Roads where many battles were foughtand Independence was won. We are surrounded by historywhich allows foramazing venues to enjoy parades,celebrations, music, reenactment, and of course Fireworks! Enjoy, be safe, and please share this list of4th of July celebrations in Hampton Roads with others! There are many celebrations and fireworksaround town and if we miss any please feel free to add to the list in the comm... read more

ZOO GROOVES RETURNS! Norfolk, Va. - Get ready for a roarin' good time with today's top 40 hits at the Virginia Zoo's Event Field Saturday, June 28 . The Virginia Zoo and Monarch Bank kick off the 2014 Zoo Grooves summer concert series with Cover This; a band featuring current hit songs from artists like Adele, Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Neon Trees and more! " Concerts at the Zoo are crazy fun ," said Greg Bockheim, the Zoo's executive director. " It's a family-friendly evening to enjoy some music, your favorite summer foods and a splash in the water fountains." Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and performa... read more

There are so many exciting things going on at The Virginia Living Museum this Summer that I thought I would put together a blog post to share all of them so you don't miss out on any of the fun! The Really BIG Dinosaur Puppet Show May 24- June 22 Weekends only - Last Weekend Saturday, June 21and Sunday, June 22 with shows at noon, 1 and 2pm in the lobby of the Wason Ed Center! Imagine if the bones and fossils of ancient dinosaurs could come back to life, what stories they might tell! No need to imagine any more, as Rainbow Puppet Productions presents “The Really BIG Dinosaur Show.” Through or... read more

Nauticus has two great offers available which are listed below! If you have not visited Nauticus it is definitely a must see in Hampton Roads. Here is what you'll learn about during your visit: Nauticus is an exciting interactive science and technology center that explores the naval, economic, and nautical power of the sea. Home of the Battleship Wisconsin , Nauticus features Battleship Wisconsin -related exhibits, hands-on exhibits, national-caliber traveling exhibits, HD films on a giant screen, sharks, the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, and more! Nauticus offers Changing Exhibits Guns, Sweat,... read more

Presented B y June 6-8, 2014 Friday, June 6: Noon - 11pm (Parade of Sail) Saturday, June 7: Noon - 11 pm (Fireworks) Sunday , June 8: 10 am- 6 pm Free and Open to the Public! Launch your summer with the area's biggest dock party!! The Annual Norfolk Harborfest® is in Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront. The Festival continues through the weekend with 3 full days of FREE, fresh, family-friendly FUN! For three memorable days, the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront transforms into an exciting playground for people of all ages. The historic waterfront festival offers a weekend packed w... read more

The Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival 2014 is almost here! Activities kick off May 30-June 1st! Hampton Roads, VA is home of the largest military bases in the USA. Virginia Beach, the largest resort city on the east coast is hosting The Patriotic Festival—A Military Celebration to honor our armed forces personnel and their families. PATRIOTIC FESTIVAL celebrates THE MILITARY at The Virginia Beach Oceanfront for three days of National Touring Artists Concerts, along with Military Display & Demos and a three day Oceanfront Air Show featuring The Blue Angels. Be a part of this salute to our troo... read more

There are many great Events Coming to The Mariners' Museum this summer and it all kicks off May 24th with the launch of Savage Ancient Seas!! About Savage Ancient Seas : Dinosaurs of the Deep May 24, 2014 – January 4, 2015 Enter the deep, dark prehistoric world of carnivorous marine reptiles, gigantic flesh-eating fish, flying reptiles with 3-foot skulls and the biggest sea turtles to have ever lived. Bring the entire family for a Dinosaur exhibition like no other! Dive into the ocean depths to discover over 20 large-scale, magnificent skeletons and replicas of ancient marine reptiles. See th... read more

2014 Memorial Day Weekend Family Events Posted on May 21, 2014 by Tidewater Parent Staff in Around Town , Things To Do Thursday Virginia Aquarium 5th Annual Sensible Seafood Fest Thursday Virginia Aquarium Friday Virginia Memorial Day Cluster All-Breed Dog Show Friday – Monday Hampton Roads Convention Center 24th Annual UMOJA Festival Friday – Sunday nTelos Wireless Pavilion Saturday Strawberry Picking at Hickory Ridge Farm Every day until 5/31 Hickory Ridge Farm Hot Rods, Classic Cars and Bikes Cruise In Saturday River Oak Church Sunday 35th Annual Elizabeth River Run Sunday nTelos Wireless ... read more

WATER COUNTRY USA IN WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA OPENS UP FULL TIME MAY 23RD AND THEY OFFER A GREAT MILITARY DISCOUNT, CHECK IT OUT!! Guests can dive into summertime fun at Water Country USA®, Virginia’s largest family water park. The park offers fun for the entire family with a 1950s and 60s surf theme, new resort-style amenities and more than 25 state-of-the-art water rides and attractions including Vanish Point® . The parks newest drop slide, inspired by the point on a wave where water and gravity form the perfect partnership, offers two wicked-wet ways to drop out of sight. Daring guests can s... read more

The LPGA is coming to Kingsmill May 12-18th! The Kingsmill Championship hosts some of the best women golfers from around the world! It's a great tournament to watch at the breathtaking Kingsmill Golf Course in Williamsburg, Virginia. The LPGA Kingsmill Championship has always offered great Military Discounts and offers on admission. Plus, they have great opportunities for children to meet and learn from the pros! Learn more about the Kingsmill Championship ! Military offers and Promotions Special Promotions: Juniors ages 17 and under will receive a free daily admission when accompanied by a t... read more

Great offer from Virginia Zoo and Children's Museum of Virginia for a limited time-May 1-May 31st! Let your imagination roam...free! For the entire month of May, use your Virginia Zoo membership card (and valid photo ID) to receive FREE admission to the Children's Museum of Virginia , in Portsmouth. You must present your membership card and valid photo ID. Admissions are limited to your level of Zoo/Museum memberships. The Virginia Zoo has so much to offer if you do not currently have a membership you may want to consider one. Make today your day of adventure at the Virginia Zoo! Journey to m... read more

Saturday, May 17 at 7:05 PM vs. Charlotte Knights Armed Forces Night Join the Norfolk Tides in honoring all the brave men and women that serve in the Armed Forces. Active duty and retired military personnel as well as dependents can show their ID at the Harbor Park box office to get box seat tickets for $8.50 each and reserved seat tickets for $7.50 each. Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganza Stay after the game for a fireworks extravaganza presented by Navy Mutual. ... read more

Take flight to the Virginia Air & Space Center the official visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center! The Virginia Air & Space Museum features interactive aviation exhibits spanning 100 years of flight , more than 30 historic aircraft, a hands-on space gallery, unique space flight artifacts, and more! Your imagination will soar as you launcha rocket, pilot a space shuttle, program Mars rovers for a mission, become an air traffic controller,fly an airplane, and climb aboard a WWII bomber! Come face to face with the Apollo12 Command Module that went to the moon, a Mars meteorite, a three... read more

Welcome to Moe's! Moe's has something for everyone from the calorie-conscious to meat-lovers, with 20+ fresh ingredients to customize your meal- always flavorful and hormone-free. All10 area locations in Hampton Roads and Williamsburg have a kids eat free day on Sunday. Kids eat free ALL-DAY with purchase of any adult entrée. Moe's Hampton Roads will be celebrating Cinco De Mayo May 5th at all locations with a Free offering! Stop in and celebrate Cinco De Moe's Monday May 5th! Other great specials at Moe's Southwest Grill in Hampton Roads includes a great Military Discount offer! To learn mor... read more

MilitaryBridge is proud to be a sponsor of Macaroni Kid Hampton Roads "Macaroni Deals" and The Ultimate Spring Give Away. Check out the details below and all the sponsors and give aways. Celebrates with ULTIMATE SPRING GIVEAWAY Macaroni Kid Williamsburg and Virginia Beach are sponsoring this contest together. Macaroni Kid is giving away a $50 Gift Card to Great Wolf Lodge, Frozen Collector's Edition on DVD & Blu-Ray, The Jungle Book 2Collector's Edition on DVD & Blu-Ray, and MORE! Plus we have even more DVD's and prizes to giveaway too! Our partners have also donated prizes for this Ultimate ... read more

April 24, 2014 | 1:30 pm Press Release from Virginia Aquarium & Marine ScienceCenter Virginia Beach, VA – As the May 9 Military Spouse Appreciation Day approaches, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is pleased to announce that active duty military dependents are now eligible for admission discounts on a routine basis. The new discount also extends to retired military and their dependents. Active duty military member discounts remain in effect. All discounts are honored by showing the appropriate military ID card to Aquarium admissions staff. Virginia Aquarium Deputy Director Cynthi... read more

2014 FATHER-DAUGHTER MILITARY BALL Event Details: June 12, 2014 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Father-Daughter Ball is a special annual fundraising event for military dads from all branches of service and their daughters. The ball includes dinner, dancing, photos, a makeover contest, and door prizes but the best part of the evening is spending time together. Tickets go on sale May 1st and sell out quickly. This is a very popular event and is expected to sell out quickly. If you live in Lincoln Military Housing, you have a chance to win tickets during the month of April. Be sure to check your community... read more

Virginia Living Museum to celebrate Earth Day April 26 Watch the otter eat fishsicles and the red wolves play with mousesicles. Learn how to reduce your indoor and outdoor water use. Get free trees and canvas bags (while supplies last). See cars run on vegetable oil. Bring your smelly sneakers and used electronics to recycle. It’s all part of Earth Day celebration Saturday, April 26 at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News. Visitors will learn ways to help the environment by reducing, reusing and recycling waste. And they can learn how to build, live and garden green as they explore the Go... read more

Zoyo Salutes our Military Children Growing up as a military dependant, life was never dull. Whether it was changing schools three times within a school year, learning to speak German while stationed in Germany, or sirens going off testing the readiness of my dad’s unit—life was exciting, and in a strange way…normal. I never thought that years later I would also join the service, and my daughter would also grow up with memories much like mine. April is the Month of the Military Child, and a proud one at that. In the Hampton Roads community you don’t have to look far to see the thousands of pro... read more

This Saturday April 19th, 2014The Virginia Zoo hosts"The Party For The Planet" Event! Party for the Planet 2014! A Celebration of Earth Day and Animal Enrichment The Virginia Zoo is hosting a Party for the Planet Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's a celebration of Earth and animals that will bring out your wild side, and provide information about conservation steps you can take to protect natural habitats locally and around the world. Activities and exhibits will include informational presentations, animal enrichment activities and crafts at the Zoo Event Pavilion. Watch keepers d... read more

Virginia Living Museum to hold spring native plant sale April 19 and 26-27 Choose from an incredible array of beautiful and unusual native plants for a variety of garden sites, from wet ponds to dry rock gardens, at the Virginia Living Museum’s annual spring native plant sale April 19 and 26-27. The museum’s horticulture staff holds this annual sale as a fund-raiser, but the real goal is to introduce the gardening public to the incredible variety of native plants that will do well in the landscape, and to educate them about those that are better left in the wild. “Species native to the mid-At... read more

Our partners at Pasha Mezze have a great line up of fantastic food for Easter Brunch! Pasha Mezze will be serving up Brunch Easter Weekend 10am-3pm April 19th-April 20th. Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt at Pasha Mezze ! Bring the kids for a fun filled Easter Egg hunt starting Sunday at 9:45 am - seating starts at 10am. *Celebrate Easter during our Saturday Brunch from 10am-3pm for 10% off with mention of this offer* ... My Vegan Sweet Tooth Easter Basket cupcakes available! Make your reservation early! Pasha Mezze offers an Everyday Military Discount! Pasha Mezzewould like to offer all of our friend... read more

Sneak Peek: Bunnyville at MacArthur Center From our Guest Blogger Tidewater Parent Open March 28 - April 19 Posted on March 27, 2014 by Sarah Johnson in Slideshow , Things To Do , Top Stories Open March 28 - April 19 Today my family had the pleasure of previewing Bunnyville at MacArthur Center ! Officially opening to the public on March 28th, this charming backdrop features a Hoppin’ Fresh Bakery, Hare Salon, 24 Carrot Bank and Bunny House! My three kids had the best time exploring this Easter Bunny’s city and walked around in awe of all it had to offer. The friendly and inviting staff helped... read more