Monster Jam®, Earth Day and Virginia International Tattoo | Weekend guide
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) – Enjoy events across Hampton Roads for the weekend of April 19-21.
View the complete Living Local Events Calendar at this link. If you don’t see your event listed, please add it to the calendar.
Chesapeake
Chesapeake Arts Festival
Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chesapeake City Park, 900 City Park Drive
Over 130 artists, local and out-of-state, will showcase their pieces. See the talent in their works through a variety of mediums such as wood, paintings, glass and ceramics. Artists will be competing for various awards including Best In Show. Enjoy demonstrations, a children’s craft activity tent, live music and more. There will be adult beverages available for purchase. The Deloreans will play on Sunday from noon to 3:30 p.m.
Hampton
Hampton Mosaic Festival
Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Mill Point Park, 100 Eaton Street
The festival celebrates history, art, music and dance. According to the event it “seeks to create a unified experience reflective of the strength and beauty of our land.” Last year was the inaugural event. Expect the same uniting of residents this year, with cuisine, performances, demonstrations, live art and camaraderie. Take a look at the Mosaic entertainment schedule, festival map and more details at the link here.
Monster Jam®
April 19-21 at Hampton Coliseum, 1000 Coliseum Drive
Monster Jam® is back at the Hampton Coliseum. Watch drivers and their 12,000 pound monster trucks in an intense competition. They will showcase crazy skills in the dirt. See popular trucks like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco® and Megalodon®. Doors open one hour before each show. If you purchase Pit Party passes, doors will open at 10:30 a.m. Show times:
Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 20 at 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 21 at 1 p.m.
Tickets start at $15 plus additional fees. Parking is free for the event. Find more information and purchase tickets here.
Norfolk
Virginia International Tattoo
April 18-21 at Scope Arena, 201 E Brambleton Ave
This year is the 27th annual Virginia International Tattoo. With over 800 performers, bands and drills teams from the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps as well as civilian and military performers from 7 nations will perform. This year is a “Celebration of Freedom” with the NATO 75th anniversary and 80 year anniversary of the D-Day landings.
Showtimes:
Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 21 at 2:30 p.m.
Click here to purchase tickets.
The Virginia International Tattoo American Pipe Band Championship will take place on Saturday, April 20 at noon at Scope Plaza. The contest features the largest gathering of the best pipe bands in the Eastern United States. It will be judged by an international panel. It will run until 5 p.m. The massed band performances and award ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
71st Annual Parade of Nations
Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m. in Downtown Norfolk
Come out and take part in the only parade in the U.S. that honors NATO. There will be over 100 parade units including bands, military units, community groups and floats representing all NATO member nations. Reserved seating is available for purchase. Find out more information here. Free and open to the public.
15th Annual Taste of India
Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Chartway Arena, 4320 Hampton Blvd.
Back again, the Annual Taste of India will have a full day of culture. Enjoy food, clothing, jewelry, performances and more. It features Bollywood and Classical dances, Indian cuisine, vendor booths, clothing, hand crafted items and henna hand painting. For kids, there will be carnival games. Admission to the event and parking is free.
Earth Day at Smartmouth
Saturday, April 20 from 2-6 p.m. at Smartmouth Beer, 1309 Raleigh Avenue
Celebrate Mother Earth with live music, vendors, activities and a community bike ride. There will be DIY plant-themed activities like paint your own pot and prop swap. Bike the Elizabeth River Trail on the community bike ride and distribute seeds while you ride. Captain & The Deal will perform from 2-5 p.m. Ghost Kitchen will be on-site for food. The event is free and open to all.
Portsmouth
70th Annual Portsmouth Invitational Tournament (P.I.T.)
April 17-20 at Churchland High School, 4301 Cedar Lane
In the 70th annual tournament, see 64 of the top prospects put their skills to the test before pro scouts. Games will be played all weekend long. Click here to see the full team and player list. Games kickoff on Wednesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $35. Find out more information and purchase tickets at portsmouthinvitational.com.
Suffolk
Suffolk Earth and Arts Festival
Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Suffolk on North Main Street
Historic Downtown Suffolk will host a day of activity on North Main Street. There will be over 130+ vendors from local artisans to farmers and more. Enjoy live music all day long, family-friendly events, and shopping. There will be face painting, dance performances and games for all ages. The event is free and open to the public. Find out more by visiting suffolkartleague.com.
Virginia Beach
2024 Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mount Trashmore Park, 300 Edwin Drive
Celebrate planet Earth with Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation. The day will be fun-filled with exhibitors and vendors. Spend the day learning more with educational talks, hands-on experiences and informational displays. It’s all about the environment! Food trucks will be on-site. Find out more at earthdayvb.com.
East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic
Saturday, April 20 from noon to 2:30 p.m. at 24th Street Park
Try some of the region’s best she-crab soup as they compete. The region’s best restaurants will be in the competition. Attendees will sample and cast votes for the “People’s Choice Awards”. Last year, CP Shuckers Oceanfront took first place in the “Critics’ Choice Award” and Entre Nous Virginia Beach took first place in the “Sean Brickell Peoples’ Choice Award”. See the full list of participating restaurants and purchase tickets at the link here.
Village Family’s Spring Community Day
Saturday, April 20 from 1-4 p.m. at Philippine Cultural Center, 4857 Baxter Road
Village Family is hosting a day with local talent, health gurus, financial leaders, wellness experts and local vendors. The event will have youth activities including face painting and games. RSVP to attend at the link here.
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