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East Coast Surfing Championships,   Wed., Aug. 20 - Sun., Aug. 24

PICTURE OF EAST COAST SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS   ECSC is North America's Oldest Running Surfing Competition and the second oldest continuously-run surfing contest in the world. More than 100 of the world's top professional surfers, male and female, and an estimated 300 amateur surfers will travel to Virginia Beach to "ride the curl" at the Oceanfront and compete for combined cash prizes of $40,000. Held annually in Virginia Beach, Virginia since 1963, ECSC is more than just surfing. Dozens of people also take part in other competitions including skimboarding, volleyball, an oceanfront 5K run, a swimsuit competitions, and the extreme sport of skateboarding. A cost is involved to participate in the competitions, but all activities are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.surfecsc.com.
Location: 2nd Street Jetty

Soul Music Beachfest,   Fri., Aug. 22 - Sat., Aug. 23

PICTURE OF SOUL MUSIC BEACHFEST   Soul Music Beachfest brings together sand, surf, and music for a weekend of soulful exploration. Against the rhythmic background of the Atlantic Ocean, music lovers explore the African origins of today's diversified music genres of soft rock, jazz, Latin, and R & B. This two-day festival focuses on local, regional, and national entertainment, food, activities, and ethnic arts and crafts. Vendors display an amazing array of ethnic merchandise. Bring your beach towel or chair, and get prepared to embrace the essence of Soul at this free event!
Location: 24th Street Park

Rock 'N' Roll Half Marathon,   Wed., Aug. 27 - Sun., Aug. 31

PICTURE OF ROCK 'N' ROLL HALF MARATHON   Over 17,000 runners descent on the Virginia Beach oceanfront for this 13.1-mile race.  Participants compete for the largest half-marathon prize purse in the United States.  With a course that's fast, flat and fun, the Rock 'N' Roll Half Marathon has become a must run event for thousands of racers.  A post-race concert act on the 5th Street Stage tops off the fun-filled day.

American Music Festival,   Fri., Aug. 29 - Sun., Aug. 31

PICTURE OF AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL   The  American Music Festival will take place over Labor Day weekend with over 40 bands rockin' the oceanfront. While strolling down the picturesque boardwalk, stop to take in some of the groovy tunes at one of several free stages set up along the beach. Ticketed events also will be taking place over the weekend on the 5th Street Stage.  For more details, including a complete list of the acts schedule to perform, visit www.beacheventsfun.com.
Location: 5th Street Stage

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Blues at the Beach,   Fri., Sep. 12 - Sun., Sep. 14

PICTURE OF BLUES AT THE BEACH   You won’t be “singing the blues” at this casual yet spirited festival that fills the oceanfront air with the riveting sounds of one of the most cherished musical styles of all time! Blues at the Beach brings together the best local, regional, and national Blues performers for a celebration of sight, sound, and music that comes from the soul!  A highlight of the weekend is the Blues Cruise on the beautiful Virginia's Jewel yacht on Friday night. Tickets will go on sale in August for this one-of-a-kind midnight cruise! Learn musical techniques for playing blues music at FREE workshops offered Saturday and Sunday right in the park at 24th Street!
Location: 24th Street Park

Fall Neptune Wine Festival,   Sat., Sep. 13 - Sun., Sep. 14

PICTURE OF FALL NEPTUNE WINE FESTIVAL   Sip, savor and purchase wines from the Old Dominion's leading vineyards in an oceanfront setting. Food, live music and specialty vendors will also be a part of the event. For more information visit: www.neptunefestival.com

Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend,   Fri., Sep. 26 - Sun., Sep. 28

PICTURE OF NEPTUNE FESTIVAL BOARDWALK WEEKEND   A boisterous and beloved send off to summer, the Nepture Festival offers everything from a world class sandcastle competition to numerous athletic competitions and the famous Nepture Grand Parade.  Over 275 artisans will line the boardwalk for the Arts and Crafts Show.  For more information, visit www.neptunefestival.com
Location: Oceanfront

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Oktober Brewfest,   Sat., Oct. 11 - Sun., Oct. 12

PICTURE OF OKTOBER BREWFEST   Sample authentic German beer as the part at the 24th Street is transformed into a two-day festival celebrating everything that is German.  Expect the unexpected at one of the craziest events to hit the Virginia Beach oceanfront.  A German oompa band, Dachshund beauty pageant, wacky competitions, and Bavarian cuisine are all a part of this events that's fun for the whole family.  German games, the Chicken Dance, and plenty of live entertainment will be featured during the festival. 
Location: 24th Street Park

 
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