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Holidays in the City

The holiday magic is back in Downtown Norfolk. Enjoy the season with themed events, shopping, dining, and favorite holiday traditions.More

40th Annual Grand Illumination Parade

Experience the magic of the season as Winter’s Glow illuminates the streets of Downtown Norfolk. Enjoy dazzling floats, marching bands, larger-than-life balloons, and festive performances that bring holiday cheer to the heart of the city.More

Downtown Norfolk Event Calendar

There’s always something happening in Downtown Norfolk. From concerts and festivals to art shows, dining events, and local markets, our Event Calendar makes it easy to discover what’s going on across Downtown!More

You’ve come to the right place

Welcome to Downtown Norfolk, the center of the region’s arts, dining, entertainment and financial scenes. Find your way around—and everything to see and do—right here.

Featured Events

Norfolk Admirals vs. Trenton Ironhawks

Through Nov 8, 2026

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Southern Afternoon Tea

Sunday, Nov 8

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Virginia Opera Presents Pagliacci

Sunday, Nov 8

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Doing Business

Discover all the benefits of locating your business Downtown, shop available office space and see all the other companies already here.

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Explore Downtown

Downtown Norfolk is compact, walkable and easy to navigate. See our SnapMap® for parking options, shopping, dining, attractions, street closures and all the rest.