Things to Do Downtown As We Say Goodbye to Summer and Hello to Fall
Right now, you are either desperately clinging to the final days of summer or you're rushing to usher in all the autumnal fun. Either way, Downtown Norfolk has you covered with a multitude of entertaining things to do.
See the leaves changing colors while riding along the Elizabeth River Trail on a Pedego Electric Bike
Pedego offers fun, colorful electric bikes for purchase as well as rent. Bikes can go up to 15.5 miles per hour, so you can zoom through the beautiful fall foliage all along the 10.5 mile long Elizabeth River Trail to your heart's content. See Pedego's hours here.
Take advantage of Downtown Norfolk's outdoor dining options
Many restaurants in Downtown Norfolk feature outdoor dining. Enjoy your favorite Downtown Norfolk dishes while enjoying a beautiful, sunny early Fall day. See all restaurants offering outdoor dining here.
Cozy up with a good book from Slover Library or Prince Books
If you're looking to escape from all things digital with a real, physical book, whether to dig into a murder mystery on a cozy night in or enjoy a sweeping fantasy in the great outdoors, you can find your literary match at Slover Library and Prince Books. Also, be sure to check out the calendar at both Prince Books and Slover Library for upcoming events, panels, and more.
Have a picturesque picnic along the Elizabeth River Trail
The Elizabeth River Trail stretches 10.5 miles, and part of that runs right along Downtown Norfolk's gorgeous waterfront, setting up the perfect backdrop for a picnic. Grab a cheese sampler from Virginia Cheese Company or maybe a sandwich and coffee from Cure Coffeehouse, follow the trail to your favorite spot, and enjoy!
Feel the heat at a glassmaking demo
The Chrysler Museum of Art's Perry Glass Studio offers a free narrated glassmaking demonstration every week Tuesday-Sunday at Noon. Watch and learn as artists make beautiful glass creations before your eyes and talk you through the demonstration, explaining the entire process while you follow along with the entire creation from start to finish.
