OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Schedule by Day
THURSDAY MAY 10, 2012
TCC Planetarium presents "Navigating with the Stars: Search for Longitude" (TCC Planetarium, 1700 College Crescent, Building “J”, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 7pm & 8pm) Naval navigation during the late 18th and early 19th centuries relied completely on celestial observations, coupled with the use of maps and charts. These programs will show attendees how sailors at the time of the War of 1812 had to rely on the stars to navigate the open waters. For directions and more information, please visit www.tcc.edu/academics/divisions/ms/planetarium.htm. or call (757) 822-1122.
FRIDAY MAY 18, 2012
TCC Planetarium presents "Navigating with the Stars: Search for Longitude" (TCC Planetarium, 1700 College Crescent, Building “J”, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 7pm & 8pm) Naval navigation during the late 18th and early 19th centuries relied completely on celestial observations, coupled with the use of maps and charts. These programs will show attendees how sailors at the time of the War of 1812 had to rely on the stars to navigate the open waters. For directions and more information, please visit www.tcc.edu/academics/divisions/ms/planetarium.htm. or call (757) 822-1122.
TUESDAY MAY 22, 2012
National Maritime Day- Official Kick Off for OpSail 2012 Virginia™, sponsored by the Propeller Club of Norfolk (Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center, Norfolk from 4:30-7:30pm) Enjoy live entertainment by Lewis McGhee, networking, and hors d' oeuvres during the Propeller Club Port of Norfolk National Maritime Day Cocktail Event. Tickets are 40$, to purchase and for more details visit propellerclubnorfolk.com or call (757)440-7214.
THURSDAY MAY 24, 2012
TCC Planetarium presents "Navigating with the Stars: Search for Longitude" (TCC Planetarium, 1700 College Crescent, Building “J”, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 7pm & 8pm) Naval navigation during the late 18th and early 19th centuries relied completely on celestial observations, coupled with the use of maps and charts. These programs will show attendees how sailors at the time of the War of 1812 had to rely on the stars to navigate the open waters. For directions and more information, please visit www.tcc.edu/academics/divisions/ms/planetarium.htm. or call (757) 822-1122.
FRIDAY JUNE 1, 2012
Patriotic Festival Presents Virginia Beach Oceanfront Air Show Featuring U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron (Air Show Center at 18th Street & Oceanfront, 11:30am- 4:00pm) Parachute teams, amphibious demonstrations, Geico Skytypers, Miss Geico Extreme Boat Race, with support performers include military & civilian aircraft demos and flybys. For more information, visit www.patrioticfestival.com. To purchase Show Center Primary & Hospitality VIP Tickets, visit www.whisperconcerts.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
Patriotic Festival (Show Center at 5th Street & Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Gates open at 5pm, show begins at 7pm) Concert featuring Miranda Lambert and the Pistol Annies. Free admission- VIP tickets available for purchase at Ticketmaster for Air Show & Concerts. For additional information, visit www.patrioticfestival.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
TCC Planetarium presents "Navigating with the Stars: Explorers of Polynesia, Celestial Navigation" (TCC Planetarium, 1700 College Crescent, Building “J”, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 7pm & 8pm) Naval navigation during the late 18th and early 19th centuries relied completely on celestial observations, coupled with the use of maps and charts. These programs will show attendees how sailors at the time of the War of 1812 had to rely on the stars to navigate the open waters. For directions and more information, please visit www.tcc.edu/academics/divisions/ms/planetarium.htm.
13th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival (Downtown Hampton, 7-11pm) Immerse yourself in the early 1700s in Hampton with live entertainment, pirate encampment, children’s activities, sea battles, fireworks, and more. Downtown Hampton waterfront. Free Admission. For more information, visit www.blackbeardfestival.com or call 757-727-1102 .
Yorktown Maritime Weekend (Riverwalk Landing, 10am-9:30pm) Yorktown is proud to be an affiliate port with OpSail 2012 Virginia™ with events featuring Flag Raising and Lowering Ceremonies with the Fifes & Drums of Yorktown, free public tours of character ships, Navy Gun Boat "Riverien", Navy Patrol Boat, USCG Patrol Boat, a US Army, Navy, and USCG Static Display, Special Concerts, and more! Click for here for more details.
Tall ship SULTANA at Onancock (Historic Town Wharf, Onancock, 9am-9pm) An Affiliate Port on the Eastern Shore, Onancock will host the tall ship SULTANA for a fun-filled weekend! Events include free escorted tours on Tall Ship SULTANA Live Music, Plein Air Art Contest, Decoy Carving Contest, Historical Lectures, Kids Art Contest, Kids Face Painting, Kayak Race in Onancock Harbor, and more! Bring your Bikes and take a 5, 10 or 15 mile tour of the Onancock town and countryside (maps provided). For more detailed information, click here.
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
SATURDAY JUNE 2, 2012
Patriotic Festival Presents Virginia Beach Oceanfront Air Show Featuring U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron (Air Show Center at 18th Street & Oceanfront, 11:30am- 4:00pm) Parachute teams, amphibious demonstrations, Geico Skytypers, Miss Geico Extreme Boat Race, with support performers include military & civilian aircraft demos and flybys. For more information, visitwww.patrioticfestival.com. To purchase Show Center Primary & Hospitality VIP Tickets, visit www.whisperconcerts.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
Patriotic Festival (Show Center at 5th Street & Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Gates open at 5pm, show begins at 7pm) Concert Performance by Steel Pulse. Free admission - VIP tickets available for purchase at Ticketmaster for Air Show & Concerts. For additional information, visit www.patrioticfestival.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
13th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival (Downtown Hampton, 10am-11pm) Immerse yourself in the early 1700s in Hampton with live entertainment, pirate encampment, children’s activities, sea battles, fireworks, and more. Downtown Hampton waterfront. Free Admission. For more information, visit www.blackbeardfestival.com or call 757-727-1102 .
American Indian Festival (Greenbrier Middle School, 1016 Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake VA 23320, 10am-6pm) American Indian storytelling, traditional dancing, drumming, demonstrations, and more. For more information, call (757) 382-6411.
Yorktown Maritime Weekend (Riverwalk Landing, 8am-7pm): Yorktown is proud to be an affiliate port with OpSail 2012 Virginia™ with events featuring Flag Raising and Lowering Ceremonies with the Fifes & Drums of Yorktown, free public tours of character ships, Navy Gun Boat "Riverien", Navy Patrol Boat, USCG Patrol Boat, a US Army, Navy, and USCG Static Display, Special Concerts, and more! Click for here for more details
Tall ship SULTANA at Onancock (Historic Town Wharf, Onancock, 8am-5:30pm) An Affiliate Port on the Eastern Shore, Onancock will host the tall ship SULTANA for a fun-filled weekend! Events include free escorted tours on Tall Ship SULTANA Live Music, Plein Air Art Contest, Decoy Carving Contest, Historical Lectures, Kids Art Contest, Kids Face Painting, Kayak Race in Onancock Harbor, and more! Bring your Bikes and take a 5, 10 or 15 mile tour of the Onancock town and countryside (maps provided). For more detailed information, click here.
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2012
Patriotic Festival Presents Virginia Beach Oceanfront Air Show Featuring U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron (Air Show Center at 18th Street & Oceanfront, 11:30am- 4:00pm) Parachute teams, amphibious demonstrations, Geico Skytypers, Miss Geico Extreme Boat Race, with support performers include military & civilian aircraft demos and flybys. For more information, visitwww.patrioticfestival.com. To purchase Show Center Primary & Hospitality VIP Tickets, visit www.whisperconcerts.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
Patriotic Festival (Show Center at 5th Street & Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Gates open at 4pm, show begins at 5pm) Concert Performance by Scotty McCreery. Free admission with VIP tickets for purchase at Ticketmaster for Air Show & Concerts. For additional information, visit www.patrioticfestival.com. FREE Parking available- see map and press release by cicking here.
13th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival (Downtown Hampton, noon-6pm) Immerse yourself in the early 1700s in Hampton with live entertainment, pirate encampment, children’s activities, sea battles, fireworks, and more. Downtown Hampton waterfront. Free Admission. For more information, visit www.blackbeardfestival.com or call 757-727-1102.
American Indian Festival (Greenbrier Middle School, 1016 Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake VA 23320, 10am-6pm) American Indian storytelling, traditional dancing, drumming, demonstrations, and more. For more information, call (757) 382-6411.
Yorktown Maritime Weekend (Riverwalk Landing, 10am-5pm) Yorktown is proud to be an affiliate port with OpSail 2012 Virginia™ with events featuring Flag Raising and Lowering Ceremonies with the Fifes & Drums of Yorktown, free public tours of character ships, Navy Gun Boat "Riverien", Navy Patrol Boat, USCG Patrol Boat, a US Army, Navy, and USCG Static Display, Special Concerts, and more! Click for here for more details.
Tall ship SULTANA at Onancock (Historic Town Wharf, Onancock, 9am-8pm) An Affiliate Port on the Eastern Shore, Onancock will host the tall ship SULTANA for a fun-filled weekend! Events include free escorted tours on Tall Ship SULTANA Live Music, Plein Air Art Contest, Decoy Carving Contest, Historical Lectures, Kids Art Contest, Kids Face Painting, Kayak Race in Onancock Harbor, and more! Bring your Bikes and take a 5, 10 or 15 mile tour of the Onancock town and countryside (maps provided). For more detailed information, click here.
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
MONDAY JUNE 4, 2012
Tall ship SULTANA at Onancock (Historic Town Wharf, Onancock, 9am-8pm) An Affiliate Port on the Eastern Shore, Onancock will host the tall ship SULTANA for a fun-filled weekend! Events include free escorted tours on Tall Ship SULTANA Live Music, Plein Air Art Contest, Decoy Carving Contest, Historical Lectures, Kids Art Contest, Kids Face Painting, Kayak Race in Onancock Harbor, and more! Bring your Bikes and take a 5, 10 or 15 mile tour of the Onancock town and countryside (maps provided). For more detailed information, click here.
WEDNESDAY JUNE 6, 2012
Sea and Air Parade- The Sea and Air Parade of Sail is a new event for OpSail 2012 Virginia™. It will include the International fleet of naval vessels as well as waterborne and air assets from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, NOAA, Army Corps of Engineers and other government and private organizations. The Parade will highlight the importance of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and other Sea Services within our community while showcasing the Port of Virginia to our International guests. Details for the event are still being finalized, but the route will include the Parade passing through the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay at Cape Henry, through Thimble Shoals Channel via the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, past Fort Monroe in Hampton, and into downtown Norfolk along the Elizabeth River. The first ships will pass Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk at noon on Wednesday, June 6, 2012. Viewing from Virginia Beach, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth. For more information, visit Parade of Sail Information.
Public Viewing of OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Sea and Air Parade from Fort Monroe National Park (Hampton) Experience this magnificent spectacle from historic Fort Monroe, named a Historic National Monument by President Obama on November 1, 2011. Limited bleacher seating available; the public is encouraged to bring portable chairs. For general parade updates, consult Parade of Sail Information.
Virginia Arts Festival Finale & OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Opening Night Gala (Chrysler Hall, 215 St Pauls Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23510) 7:30pm-9:30pm To celebrate the launch of OpSail 2012 Virginia™— one of the largest tall ship and maritime events in history—acclaimed Broadway conductor and musical director Rob Fisher pilots the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and acclaimed Broadway performers through favorite music with a nautical theme. Ports of call will include songs from Fisher's current Broadway hit revival Anything Goes, and selections from Richard Rodgers' soaring score for Victory at Sea and his beloved South Pacific. Tickets for $55, $40, $25. For more information and tickets, call the Box Office at (757)282-2822 or visit www.vafest.org
THURSDAY JUNE 7, 2012
Rendez-vous of tall ships at Lynnhaven Anchorage (Virginia Beach) The International fleet of tall ships will anchor in Lynnhaven Roads, just north of the John A. Lesner Bridge on the Virginia Beach waterfront. For more information, visit Parade of Sail Information.
TCC Planetarium presents "Navigating with the Stars: Explorers of Polynesia, Celestial Navigation" (TCC Planetarium, 1700 College Crescent, Building “J”, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 7pm & 8pm) Naval navigation during the late 18th and early 19th centuries relied completely on celestial observations, coupled with the use of maps and charts. These programs will show attendees how sailors at the time of the War of 1812 had to rely on the stars to navigate the open waters. For directions and more information, please visit http://www.tcc.edu/academics/divisions/ms/planetarium.htm.
"Shagging on the Riverwalk" Beach Music Concert (Riverside Landing, Yorktown) Free outdoor concert featuring an area band playing a variety of beach music. 6:30-9:30pm. Located at Riverwalk Landing Performance Stage on the Yorktown Waterfront. Click for here for more details
Public Tours of Navy Ships (Norfolk) An International Fleet of modern naval vessels from around the world will be open to the public for tours. Free admission with specific hours to be announced. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
USS CHESAPEAKE: The Troubled History of a Troubled Ship (7:00 pm at Tidewater Community College, Chesapeake Campus- 1428 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA 23322, Room 2057 in the Marian P. Whitehurst Building) The USS CHESAPEAKE (the image of which figures prominently on the City of Chesapeake seal) played a role in both the coming of the War of 1812 and in the War itself. Besides highlighting this naval history, the presentation will also cover other topics such as ship construction and the shipboard routines to give the audience a sense of life under sail. Free & Open to the public.
FRIDAY JUNE 8, 2012
OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Parade of Sail- The International fleet of tall ships will begin arriving on Thursday, June 7, 2012. They will anchor in Lynnhaven Roads, just north of the John A. Lesner Bridge on the Virginia Beach waterfront. The Parade of Sail will begin at 7AM on the morning of Friday, June 8, 2012. The fleet will parade from the Lynnhaven Roads anchorage through Thimble Shoals Channel, past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel (between Trestles A and B) and past Fort Monroe in Hampton. From there, the ships will move through Hampton Roads and up the Elizabeth River to downtown Norfolk. The first ships in the Parade will reach Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk at noon on Friday, June 8, 2012. Ships will then proceed to their docks in downtown Norfolk, or in other Affiliate Ports, before opening to the public for tours. Viewing locations in Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Chesapeake. For general parade updates, visit Parade of Sail Information.
Public Viewing of OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Parade of Sail from Fort Monroe National Park (Hampton) Experience this magnificent spectacle from historic Fort Monroe, named a Historic National Monument by President Obama on November 1, 2011. Limited bleacher seating available; the public is encouraged to bring portable chairs. For general parade updates, consult Parade of Sail Information..
Norfolk Harborfest® and OpSail 2012 Virginia™ tall ship tours (Downtown Norfolk. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Sat. June 9, 10am-midnight, Sun. June 10 & Mon. June 11, 10am-8pm) THREE Parade of Sails, tall ships and military vessels from all around the world, the largest fireworks show on the East Coast, local, regional and national entertainment, family activities, unique and unusual performances, water activities and much more. All these scheduled events will be happening throughout the entire downtown Norfolk Waterfront spanning 3 miles from Harbor Park to the MHI Docks located in West Ghent.A fleet of traditional sailing ships from all over the world will be open to the public for tours with free admission. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Public Tours of Navy Ships (Norfolk) An International Fleet of modern naval vessels from around the world will be open to the public for tours. Free admission with specific hours to be announced. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Military Heritage Encampment (Front Street Park at Fort Norfolk. Fri. June 8- Mon. June 11, noon-sunset) A timeline event commemorating the history of our nation’s military services, OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Military Heritage Encampment will include more than 200 participants in 20 units demonstrating the life of the average Soldier, Sailor, and Marine from colonial days to today’s active duty military. Come out and see the tools, weapons, tactics and camp life from different time periods and watch exciting demonstration on the tactical demonstration field. Walk through history, try on uniforms, learn to march in formation, and watch a Civil War cannon fired!
Norfolk Freemason Historic District (Historic Freemason, Norfolk VA, noon-8pm) As visitors turn the corner onto Brooke Avenue up through the Pagoda and Oriental Garden, up to College Place and over to Botetourt Street and Freemason Street, time will roll back to a warm summer day in June 1812. Porches and street corners will be draped with patriotic flags to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star Spangled Banner. The streets will flood with familiar faces including President Thomas Jefferson, President James Madison, President James Monroe and Dolley Madison. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/Freemason.html.
1812 Ship Life (Towne Bank Fountain Park, Norfolk VA, noon-8pm) Just steps away from the docks, images of the Borough of Norfolk recreated by local artists and scenic designers Mike and Janet Bell brought to life. Suspended in time, visitors will pass by townsmen and women attending daily chores, see young children playing in The Yard, smell the aromas of ribs and stews wafting from the Towne Tavern, wander the rustic stalls and workshops of master craftsmen, and explore the Old Ironsides to discover what life was like aboard an 1812 Tall Ship. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/ShipLife.html.
Tidewater Community College's "A Dig in Time" Family Activity (Reading Garden at TCC, 300 Granby Street, Norfolk VA 23510. Fri. June 8-Sun. June 10, 10am-2pm) This family activity features a mock dig where children unearth a “prize archaeological find” and learn about archaeology. Archaeology is the discovery of historical artifacts and this family activity will teach children about the importance of artifacts in understanding history.
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
Portsmouth Seawall Music Festival (Portsmouth Waterfront, Hours: Fri. June 8, 3-11pm, Sat. June 9, noon-10pm, Sun. June 10, noon-5:30pm) Free tall ship tours of the BOUNTY, GAZELA, and KALMAR NYCKEL. FREE parking- 3 locations and FREE tall ship trolley service. TopSail Cafe at Ocean Marine. Events featuring Colonel Crawford, Host and Guide and Elton Williams, steel drummer (HSL). Reggie Gist (6-7pm): Main Stage Concert Performance; RaJazz (7-8:30pm): Water Stage Concert Performance; The Original Rhondels (8:30-11pm): North Landing Concert Perfromance. For more information, click here.
Tall ships at Cape Charles (Cape Charles Town Harbor. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Mon. June 11, 9am-5pm; Sun. June 10, 9am-6pm; Sat. June 9, 9am-10pm) Cape Charles’ deep water “Harbor To Hospitality” presents a rare opportunity to get up close and personal as you explore the decks and meet the crews of three magnificent Tall ships. Each will be open for public visitation free of charge. In addition, you may book day-sails on each of the vessels at specified times throughout the long weekend. The Tall ships will be surrounded and welcomed by a bevy of other craft of every conceivable kind and shape: buy boats, sloops, skipjacks, Navy and Coast Guard vessels, private yachts, kayaks, dinghies and even paddleboards! Explore historic villages, watch fireworks “by the dawn’s early light”, join professional musicians singing sea chanteys and other rollicking tunes; view historical re-enactments, art shows, and plays. Kids may make and sail a model boat, go on pony rides, or try their hand at hauling the yard-arm. Everywhere savor succulent seafood and revel in spectacular sunsets. For more information, visit http://tallshipscapecharles.com
North American Sand Soccer Championships (Oceanfront from 15th to 37th Sts, Virginia Beach. Fri. June 8- Sun. June 10, 8:30am-sunset) The globe’s premier single-weekend sand soccer festival hosts 10,000 players at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and will feature an OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Division. Colorful international teams parade to the sound on conga drums enroute to the incredible U.S. OPEN Pro/Am matches, with cash prizes at stake; hundreds of youth teams aged 9-19 battle on the beaches, men’s and women’s single gender squads, college teams, and even "corporate-coed" competitors from businesses and military organizations. For more information, visit www.sandsoccer.com.
SATURDAY JUNE 9, 2012
Norfolk Harborfest® and OpSail 2012 Virginia™ tall ship tours (Downtown Norfolk. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Sat. June 9, 10am-midnight, Sun. June 10 & Mon. June 11, 10am-8pm) THREE Parade of Sails, tall ships and military vessels from all around the world, the largest fireworks show on the East Coast, local, regional and national entertainment, family activities, unique and unusual performances, water activities and much more. All these scheduled events will be happening throughout the entire downtown Norfolk Waterfront spanning 3 miles from Harbor Park to the MHI Docks located in West Ghent.A fleet of traditional sailing ships from all over the world will be open to the public for tours with free admission. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Navy Ship Tours at Naval Station Norfolk and Public Tours of Navy Ships (Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Station- 10am-5pm) An International Fleet of modern naval vessels from around the world will be open to the public for tours. Free admission with specific hours to be announced. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
NORFOLK HARBORFEST® 36th ANNUAL FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA (Waterfront Norfolk and Portsmouth. 9:30pm) Presented by WAVY TV 10. The biggest and best fireworks show on the East Coast! Be prepared for the unexpected as the sky is filled with an explosive display of light synchronized to a booming musical score. The show is scheduled for Saturday night at 9:30pm and fired from barges on the Elizabeth River.
Military Heritage Encampment (Front Street Park at Fort Norfolk. Fri. June 8- Mon. June 11, noon-sunset) A timeline event commemorating the history of our nation’s military services, OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Military Heritage Encampment will include more than 200 participants in 20 units demonstrating the life of the average Soldier, Sailor, and Marine from colonial days to today’s active duty military. Come out and see the tools, weapons, tactics and camp life from different time periods and watch exciting demonstration on the tactical demonstration field. Walk through history, try on uniforms, learn to march in formation, and watch a Civil War cannon fired!
Norfolk Freemason Historic District(Historic Freemason, Norfolk VA, noon-9:30pm) As visitors turn the corner onto Brooke Avenue up through the Pagoda and Oriental Garden, up to College Place and over to Botetourt Street and Freemason Street, time will roll back to a warm summer day in June 1812. Porches and street corners will be draped with patriotic flags to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star Spangled Banner. The streets will flood with familiar faces including President Thomas Jefferson, President James Madison, President James Monroe and Dolley Madison. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/Freemason.html.
1812 Ship Life (Towne Bank Fountain Park, Norfolk VA, noon-9:30pm) Just steps away from the docks, images of the Borough of Norfolk recreated by local artists and scenic designers Mike and Janet Bell brought to life. Suspended in time, visitors will pass by townsmen and women attending daily chores, see young children playing in The Yard, smell the aromas of ribs and stews wafting from the Towne Tavern, wander the rustic stalls and workshops of master craftsmen, and explore the Old Ironsides to discover what life was like aboard an 1812 Tall Ship. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/ShipLife.html.
Opening Ceremony for Historic Fort Norfolk (801 Front Street, Norfolk VA 23510; 3-3:30pm) Come celebrate the re-opening of historic Fort Norfolk, the last remaining of the 19 harbor-front forts authorized by President George Washington in 1794 and active fort during the War of 1812. Participating in the ceremony will be the Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk Historical Society, Stihl Inc., and Rocky Hill Contracting. The ceremony will also include the Garrison of 1812 re-enactors who will be doing historical demonstrations throughout the weekend. For more information on Fort Norfolk go to: www.norfolkhistorical.org/fort/tour.html.
Historic Fort Norfolk Open for Public Visitation (801 Front Street, Norfolk VA 23510. 9am-5pm) Fort Norfolk helped protect Norfolk during the War of 1812. On the Saturday and Sunday during OpSail 2012 Virginia, over 30 re-enactors will provide historical interpretation for the public in the last fort remaining of the 19 harbor-front forts authorized in 1794 by President George Washington. Guided tours, history lectures, and cannon and musket demos will take place throughout the day. Group tours will occur every hour beginning at 10am, Cannon and Musket demos at 45 minutes past the hour, talks on the Battle of Craney Island and more from 10am-5pm. For more information on Fort Norfolk, visit www.norfolkhistorical.org/fort/tour.html.
Volksmarsch with Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia (Van Wyck Branch Library, 1368 DeBree Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23517. 8am start) A Volksmarch is a non-competitive 3.1 mile (5 km) or 6.2 mile (10 km) walk. Not a pledge walk or a race, a Volksmarsch is a fun activity you do with a club, with your family, with your pet, or all by yourself. Two walking events will be held, the first trail touring Norfolk Harborfest between 8am to 2pm and the second trail touring Norfolk Harborfest and Portsmouth Seawall Festival from 8am to 2pm. For more information, visit http://peninsulapathfinder.startlogic.com.
Tidewater Community College's "A Dig in Time" Family Activity (Reading Garden at TCC, 300 Granby Street, Norfolk VA 23510. Fri. June 8-Sun. June 10, 10am-2pm) This family activity features a mock dig where children unearth a “prize archaeological find” and learn about archaeology. Archaeology is the discovery of historical artifacts and this family activity will teach children about the importance of artifacts in understanding history.
NOAA DAYS ON THE HAGUE (439 West York Street, Norfolk, VA 23510. Open House Sat. June 9-Sun. June 10, noon-6pm) MOC-A Piers Open Tue. June 5-Thu. June 7, noon-6pm, Fri. June 8, 9:30am-noon, Sat. June 9- Mon. June 11, noon-6pm. Ship and Boat Tours offered Tuesday through Monday. Activities during Saturday and Sunday’s Open House include hands-on children activities including build your own buoy, survival suit races, and a deep sea coloring station, exhibits from NOAA, VIMS, ERP, Virginia Sea Grant, and Maritime Environmental Resource Center as well as ship and boat tours. Don’t miss this chance to see behind the scenes at NOAA!
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
Portsmouth Seawall Music Festival (Portsmouth Waterfront, Hours: Fri. June 8, 3-11pm, Sat. June 9, noon-10pm, Sun. June 10, noon-5:30pm) Free tall ship tours of the BOUNTY, GAZELA, and KALMAR NYCKEL from noon-6pm. FREE parking- 3 locations and FREE tall ship trolley service. TopSail Cafe at Ocean Marine. Events featuring Colonel Crawford, Host and Guide and Elton Williams, steel drummer (HSL). Maj*k Band (now White Lightning) (2-3pm): Main Stage Concert Performance; Hotcakes Band (3-4:30pm): Main Stage Concert Performance; Good Life Band (4:30-6pm): Main Stage Concert Performance; Phazz II (6-7:30pm): Water Stage Concert Performance; FIREWORKS! (9:30pm). Waterfront events also feature history at the Naval Shipyard Museum featuring period re-enactors, pirates and a lightship bouncer at the Portsmouh Lightship Museum. For more information, click here.
Portsmouth Naval Hospital Grounds Events: From 5-7pm, Jim Newsom Band performs (free and open to the public), special concert presented by the Virginia Symphony from 7-9pm (free to the public), and Wine and Tapas Tasting (ticketed event, for ticket info call 757-396-3660).
Yorktown Market Days (Yorktown, Riverwalk Landing, 8am-noon) Featuring a maritime theme, this select Saturday event will include the usual array of farmers market produce, meats, and seafood as well as chef demonstrations, boat building demonstrations, quality art, and live musical performances. Located at Riverwalk Landing on the Yorktown Waterfront. Click for here for more details
KayaXpedition (Oak Grove Lake Park, 409 Bryon Street, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Sat. June 9, 9am-3pm & Sun. June 10, 9am-1pm) Featuring Eco Tours, Kayak Fishing, Sunset Paddles, lectures, a race, on-water classes, demos for the novice and experienced paddler, and a unique experience to “Stuff the Locks”. Festival also hosts special events that honor our military heritage. ull schedule here or call 1(888) 889-5551
Tall ships at Cape Charles (Cape Charles Town Harbor. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Mon. June 11, 9am-5pm; Sun. June 10, 9am-6pm; Sat. June 9, 9am-10pm) Cape Charles’ deep water “Harbor To Hospitality” presents a rare opportunity to get up close and personal as you explore the decks and meet the crews of three magnificent Tall ships. Each will be open for public visitation free of charge. In addition, you may book day-sails on each of the vessels at specified times throughout the long weekend. The Tall ships will be surrounded and welcomed by a bevy of other craft of every conceivable kind and shape: buy boats, sloops, skipjacks, Navy and Coast Guard vessels, private yachts, kayaks, dinghies and even paddleboards! Explore historic villages, watch fireworks “by the dawn’s early light”, join professional musicians singing sea chanteys and other rollicking tunes; view historical re-enactments, art shows, and plays. Kids may make and sail a model boat, go on pony rides, or try their hand at hauling the yard-arm. Everywhere savor succulent seafood and revel in spectacular sunsets. For more information, visit http://tallshipscapecharles.com
North American Sand Soccer Championships (Oceanfront from 15th to 37th Sts, Virginia Beach. Fri. June 8- Sun. June 10, 8:30am-sunset) The globe’s premier single-weekend sand soccer festival hosts 10,000 players at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and will feature an OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Division. Colorful international teams parade to the sound on conga drums enroute to the incredible U.S. OPEN Pro/Am matches, with cash prizes at stake; hundreds of youth teams aged 9-19 battle on the beaches, men’s and women’s single gender squads, college teams, and even "corporate-coed" competitors from businesses and military organizations. For more information, visitwww.sandsoccer.com.
World Ocean’s Day Celebration (717 General Booth Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23451, 10am-4pm) The Virginia Aquarium will make a splash as we celebrate World Ocean's Day 2012! The day will feature story times, puppet shows, and a "fishy fun" scavenger hunt that will lead guests on a tour through the Ocean Pavilion to find clues to unlock a treasure chest filled with prizes. Guests can meet divers in the Chesapeake Bay Aquarium and find out what it's like to be underwater with the fishes. Kids and adults can make their own "ocean in a bottle”, play "reef rumble" and participate in other fun activities throughout the day. Buy Aquarium tickets online
SUNDAY JUNE 10, 2012
Norfolk Harborfest® and OpSail 2012 Virginia™ tall ship tours (Downtown Norfolk. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Sat. June 9, 10am-midnight, Sun. June 10 & Mon. June 11, 10am-8pm) THREE Parade of Sails, tall ships and military vessels from all around the world, the largest fireworks show on the East Coast, local, regional and national entertainment, family activities, unique and unusual performances, water activities and much more. All these scheduled events will be happening throughout the entire downtown Norfolk Waterfront spanning 3 miles from Harbor Park to the MHI Docks located in West Ghent.A fleet of traditional sailing ships from all over the world will be open to the public for tours with free admission. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Navy Ship Tours at Naval Station Norfolk and Public Tours of Navy Ships (Norfolk Naval Station, 10am-5pm) An International Fleet of modern naval vessels from around the world will be open to the public for tours. Free admission with specific hours to be announced. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
NOAA DAYS ON THE HAGUE (439 West York Street, Norfolk, VA 23510. Open House Sat. June 9-Sun. June 10, noon-6pm) MOC-A Piers Open Tue. June 5-Thu. June 7, noon-6pm, Fri. June 8, 9:30am-noon, Sat. June 9- Mon. June 11, noon-6pm. Ship and Boat Tours offered Tuesday through Monday. Activities during Saturday and Sunday’s Open House include hands-on children activities including build your own buoy, survival suit races, and a deep sea coloring station, exhibits from NOAA, VIMS, ERP, Virginia Sea Grant, and Maritime Environmental Resource Center as well as ship and boat tours. Don’t miss this chance to see behind the scenes at NOAA!
Military Heritage Encampment (Front Street Park at Fort Norfolk. Fri. June 8- Mon. June 11, noon-sunset) A timeline event commemorating the history of our nation’s military services, OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Military Heritage Encampment will include more than 200 participants in 20 units demonstrating the life of the average Soldier, Sailor, and Marine from colonial days to today’s active duty military. Come out and see the tools, weapons, tactics and camp life from different time periods and watch exciting demonstration on the tactical demonstration field. Walk through history, try on uniforms, learn to march in formation, and watch a Civil War cannon fired!
Norfolk Freemason Historic District (Historic Freemason, Norfolk VA, noon-6pm) As visitors turn the corner onto Brooke Avenue up through the Pagoda and Oriental Garden, up to College Place and over to Botetourt Street and Freemason Street, time will roll back to a warm summer day in June 1812. Porches and street corners will be draped with patriotic flags to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star Spangled Banner. The streets will flood with familiar faces including President Thomas Jefferson, President James Madison, President James Monroe and Dolley Madison. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/Freemason.html.
1812 Ship Life (Towne Bank Fountain Park, Norfolk VA, noon-6pm) Just steps away from the docks, images of the Borough of Norfolk recreated by local artists and scenic designers Mike and Janet Bell brought to life. Suspended in time, visitors will pass by townsmen and women attending daily chores, see young children playing in The Yard, smell the aromas of ribs and stews wafting from the Towne Tavern, wander the rustic stalls and workshops of master craftsmen, and explore the Old Ironsides to discover what life was like aboard an 1812 Tall Ship. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/ShipLife.html.
Historic Fort Norfolk Open for Public Visitation (801 Front Street, Norfolk VA 23510. 9am-5pm) Fort Norfolk helped protect Norfolk during the War of 1812. On the Saturday and Sunday during OpSail 2012 Virginia, over 30 re-enactors will provide historical interpretation for the public in the last fort remaining of the 19 harbor-front forts authorized in 1794 by President George Washington. Guided tours, history lectures, and cannon and musket demos will take place throughout the day. Group tours will occur every hour beginning at 10am, Cannon and Musket demos at 45 minutes past the hour, talks on the Battle of Craney Island and more from 10am-5pm. For more information on Fort Norfolk, visit www.norfolkhistorical.org/fort/tour.html.
Tidewater Community College's "A Dig in Time" Family Activity (Reading Garden at TCC, 300 Granby Street, Norfolk VA 23510. Fri. June 8-Sun. June 10, 10am-2pm) This family activity features a mock dig where children unearth a “prize archaeological find” and learn about archaeology. Archaeology is the discovery of historical artifacts and this family activity will teach children about the importance of artifacts in understanding history.
Fleet Chef Final Competition (Town Point Park, Norfolk. 1:30pm) A culinary competition of epic proportions! Chefs from the visiting fleet of international tall ships and naval vessels will each partner with a Virginia chef to create a menu and prepare a three course meal from locally grown Virginia’s Finest products, influenced by cuisine from the ship’s home country. Four finalists meals will then be judged in the final competition with scores based on taste, presentation and use of the Virginia’s Finest products provided.
Parade of Cadets & USMC Sunset Parade (Town Point Park, Norfolk, 7:30-8:30pm)
Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk, One Waterside Drive, 8pm) recreates a WWII-era variety show on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm. Dashing sailors and dishy dames, accompanied by a live band, belt out the Swing era's pop tunes in this retro show under the stars. Tickets are $30 on Thu., $40 on Fri-Sun, and $20 for children. To purchase, call 1-800-982-2787, or www.vastage.com. Produced by NAUTICUS and Virginia Stage Company.
Portsmouth Seawall Music Festival (Portsmouth Waterfront, Hours: Fri. June 8, 3-11pm, Sat. June 9, noon-10pm, Sun. June 10, noon-5:30pm) Free tall ship tours of the BOUNTY, GAZELA, and KALMAR NYCKEL from noon to 6pm. FREE parking- 3 locations and FREE tall ship trolley service. TopSail Cafe at Ocean Marine. Events featuring Colonel Crawford, Host and Guide and Elton Williams, steel drummer (HSL). Carbon Jam (2-5:30pm): North Landing Evening Show. For more information, click here.
KayaXpedition (Oak Grove Lake Park, 409 Bryon Street, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Sat. June 9, 9am-3pm & Sun. June 10, 9am-1pm) Featuring Eco Tours, Kayak Fishing, Sunset Paddles, lectures, a race, on-water classes, demos for the novice and experienced paddler, and a unique experience to “Stuff the Locks”. Festival also hosts special events that honor our military heritage. ull schedule here or call 1(888) 889-5551.
Tall ships at Cape Charles (Cape Charles Town Harbor. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Mon. June 11, 9am-5pm; Sun. June 10, 9am-6pm; Sat. June 9, 9am-10pm) Cape Charles’ deep water “Harbor To Hospitality” presents a rare opportunity to get up close and personal as you explore the decks and meet the crews of three magnificent Tall ships. Each will be open for public visitation free of charge. In addition, you may book day-sails on each of the vessels at specified times throughout the long weekend. The Tall ships will be surrounded and welcomed by a bevy of other craft of every conceivable kind and shape: buy boats, sloops, skipjacks, Navy and Coast Guard vessels, private yachts, kayaks, dinghies and even paddleboards! Explore historic villages, watch fireworks “by the dawn’s early light”, join professional musicians singing sea chanteys and other rollicking tunes; view historical re-enactments, art shows, and plays. Kids may make and sail a model boat, go on pony rides, or try their hand at hauling the yard-arm. Everywhere savor succulent seafood and revel in spectacular sunsets. For more information, visit http://tallshipscapecharles.com
North American Sand Soccer Championships (Oceanfront from 15th to 37th Sts, Virginia Beach. Fri. June 8- Sun. June 10, 8:30am-sunset) The globe’s premier single-weekend sand soccer festival hosts 10,000 players at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and will feature an OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Division. Colorful international teams parade to the sound on conga drums enroute to the incredible U.S. OPEN Pro/Am matches, with cash prizes at stake; hundreds of youth teams aged 9-19 battle on the beaches, men’s and women’s single gender squads, college teams, and even "corporate-coed" competitors from businesses and military organizations. For more information, visit www.sandsoccer.com.
MONDAY JUNE 11, 2012
Norfolk Harborfest® and OpSail 2012 Virginia™ tall ship tours (Downtown Norfolk. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Sat. June 9, 10am-midnight, Sun. June 10 & Mon. June 11, 10am-8pm) THREE Parade of Sails, tall ships and military vessels from all around the world, the largest fireworks show on the East Coast, local, regional and national entertainment, family activities, unique and unusual performances, water activities and much more. All these scheduled events will be happening throughout the entire downtown Norfolk Waterfront spanning 3 miles from Harbor Park to the MHI Docks located in West Ghent.A fleet of traditional sailing ships from all over the world will be open to the public for tours with free admission. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Military Heritage Encampment (Front Street Park at Fort Norfolk. Fri. June 8- Mon. June 11, noon-sunset) A timeline event commemorating the history of our nation’s military services, OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Military Heritage Encampment will include more than 200 participants in 20 units demonstrating the life of the average Soldier, Sailor, and Marine from colonial days to today’s active duty military. Come out and see the tools, weapons, tactics and camp life from different time periods and watch exciting demonstration on the tactical demonstration field. Walk through history, try on uniforms, learn to march in formation, and watch a Civil War cannon fired!
Norfolk Freemason Historic District (Historic Freemason, Norfolk VA, noon-6pm) As visitors turn the corner onto Brooke Avenue up through the Pagoda and Oriental Garden, up to College Place and over to Botetourt Street and Freemason Street, time will roll back to a warm summer day in June 1812. Porches and street corners will be draped with patriotic flags to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star Spangled Banner. The streets will flood with familiar faces including President Thomas Jefferson, President James Madison, President James Monroe and Dolley Madison. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/Freemason.html.
1812 Ship Life (Towne Bank Fountain Park, Norfolk VA, noon-6pm) Just steps away from the docks, images of the Borough of Norfolk recreated by local artists and scenic designers Mike and Janet Bell brought to life. Suspended in time, visitors will pass by townsmen and women attending daily chores, see young children playing in The Yard, smell the aromas of ribs and stews wafting from the Towne Tavern, wander the rustic stalls and workshops of master craftsmen, and explore the Old Ironsides to discover what life was like aboard an 1812 Tall Ship. For more information, visit 1812ShipLifeLandingPages/ShipLife.html.
Public Tours of Navy Ships (Downtown Norfolk) An International Fleet of modern naval vessels from around the world will be open to the public for tours. Free admission with specific hours to be announced. For more information on the participating ships, please visit Participating Ships.
Tall ships at Cape Charles (Cape Charles Town Harbor. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Mon. June 11, 9am-5pm; Sun. June 10, 9am-6pm; Sat. June 9, 9am-10pm) Cape Charles’ deep water “Harbor To Hospitality” presents a rare opportunity to get up close and personal as you explore the decks and meet the crews of three magnificent Tall ships. Each will be open for public visitation free of charge. In addition, you may book day-sails on each of the vessels at specified times throughout the long weekend. The Tall ships will be surrounded and welcomed by a bevy of other craft of every conceivable kind and shape: buy boats, sloops, skipjacks, Navy and Coast Guard vessels, private yachts, kayaks, dinghies and even paddleboards! Explore historic villages, watch fireworks “by the dawn’s early light”, join professional musicians singing sea chanteys and other rollicking tunes; view historical re-enactments, art shows, and plays. Kids may make and sail a model boat, go on pony rides, or try their hand at hauling the yard-arm. Everywhere savor succulent seafood and revel in spectacular sunsets. For more information, visit http://tallshipscapecharles.com
TUESDAY JUNE 12, 2012
Blessing of the Fleet (Mercury Landing at Town Point Park, Norfolk at 6am)
Tall ships at Cape Charles (Cape Charles Town Harbor. Hours: Fri. June 8 & Mon. June 11, 9am-5pm; Sun. June 10, 9am-6pm; Sat. June 9, 9am-10pm) Cape Charles’ deep water “Harbor To Hospitality” presents a rare opportunity to get up close and personal as you explore the decks and meet the crews of three magnificent Tall ships. Each will be open for public visitation free of charge. In addition, you may book day-sails on each of the vessels at specified times throughout the long weekend. The Tall ships will be surrounded and welcomed by a bevy of other craft of every conceivable kind and shape: buy boats, sloops, skipjacks, Navy and Coast Guard vessels, private yachts, kayaks, dinghies and even paddleboards! Explore historic villages, watch fireworks “by the dawn’s early light”, join professional musicians singing sea chanteys and other rollicking tunes; view historical re-enactments, art shows, and plays. Kids may make and sail a model boat, go on pony rides, or try their hand at hauling the yard-arm. Everywhere savor succulent seafood and revel in spectacular sunsets. For more information, visit http://tallshipscapecharles.com
Parade of Sail Up the Chesapeake- A new event for OpSail 2012 Virginia™ ! As the fleet of tall ships depart, they will proceed in formation out of the Elizabeth River, past Fort Monroe in Hampton and turn northward in the Chesapeake Bay towards their next port of call in Baltimore, MD. The fleet will maintain a speed of six knots, passing Smith Point at the mouth of the Potomac River around sunset (about 9PM) on Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Recreational boaters, yacht clubs and charter vessels are encouraged to participate in the Parade by sailing alongside the fleet as they make their way northward. This will offer a unique opportunity to see the tall ships in their natural environment - at sea. Boaters are encouraged to check this website regularly to learn more about the Parade and look for informational brochures on small boat safety and navigational restrictions specific to OpSail 2012 Virginia™ . Viewing locations in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Middle Peninsula, Northern Neck, Eastern Shore. For more information, visit Parade of Sail Information.
Public Viewing of OpSail 2012 Virginia™ Parade of Sail Up the Chesapeake from Fort Monroe National Park (Hampton) Experience this magnificent spectacle from historic Fort Monroe, named a Historic National Monument by President Obama on November 1, 2011. Limited bleacher seating available; the public is encouraged to bring portable chairs. For general parade updates, consult Parade of Sail Information.
SPRING 2012-SUMMER 2012
Voyage of Discovery Exhibit at Norfolk Botanical Garden (6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk, VA 23518. Sat. June 16-Mon. Sept. 3, 9am-7pm) Norfolk Botanical Garden will celebrate OpSail 2012 Virginia™ with an exciting summer exhibit, Voyage of Discovery. Enter a life-size section of the ship USS Constitution. Cross the make-believe ocean to Treasure Island where you will explore a gigantic island of sand through use of a platform, slide, rope, games, activities and tunnels. Set sail and steer your own remote control boat (fee), go on a treasure hunt, solve word puzzles with nautical flags and much more! Included with regular Garden admission. Adult $9, Seniors & Military $8, Children & Youth (3-18) $7, Toddler (2 & under) free.
MOCA PRESENTS “ANDY WARHOL: PORTRAITS” (Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, 2200 Parks Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. (757)425-0000. Sat. May 26-Sun. Aug. 19, Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm) Includes more than 140 portraits produced by Warhol from the 1940s to the 1980s. This exhibition contains portraits of Warhol in his youth, a reproduction of Warhol's first celebrity autograph (from Shirley Temple in 1941), early portrait
