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January 11
Vinyl Radio in Concert
Throw on your tie-dyed shirt and your puka beads for a night of the great rock-n-roll music of the 70's!
These music City pros combine their considerable talents into an experience that captures the essence
of an era when guitars and grooves, melodies and mayhem ruled the airwaves!
Performing the music of:
The Eagles, America, CSN&Y, Bad Company, The Doobie Brothers, Boston, Aerosmith, Styx, Queen,
Led Zeppelin, and many, many more! Vinyl Radio put simply is the soundtrack of your life.
8:00pm | Tickets: $45, $40 or $35
$80 (Dinner Theater Package) or $65 (Pre-Show Party Package)
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave.
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These music City pros combine their considerable talents into an experience that captures the essence
of an era when guitars and grooves, melodies and mayhem ruled the airwaves!
Performing the music of:
The Eagles, America, CSN&Y, Bad Company, The Doobie Brothers, Boston, Aerosmith, Styx, Queen,
Led Zeppelin, and many, many more! Vinyl Radio put simply is the soundtrack of your life.
8:00pm | Tickets: $45, $40 or $35
$80 (Dinner Theater Package) or $65 (Pre-Show Party Package)
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave.
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January 23 - March 1
Lafayette Memorabilia Exhibit:
"Celebrate Lafayette: Soldier, Statesman,
Champion of Human Rights"
The American Friends of Lafayette are partnering with Suffolk VA 250 and the Constantia Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, to commemorate the bicentennial of General Lafayette's Farewell Tour.
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave.
Suffolk VA 250: Learn more | Suffolk Center: Learn more
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave.
Suffolk VA 250: Learn more | Suffolk Center: Learn more
February 1
Harlem Nights: A Jazz Social
Put on your best 20's attire and chassé down to the Harlem Nights Jazz Social!
Highlighting important figures from the Harlem Renaissance, enjoy music by The Band Vontrelle,
dancing, appetizers and more. Beer and wine available for purchase.
6:00-8:30pm | Free and open to the public | Suffolk Art Gallery | 118 Bosley Ave.
Highlighting important figures from the Harlem Renaissance, enjoy music by The Band Vontrelle,
dancing, appetizers and more. Beer and wine available for purchase.
6:00-8:30pm | Free and open to the public | Suffolk Art Gallery | 118 Bosley Ave.
February 23
Lafayette Welcome - A Living History Event
This family friendly event features costumed interpreters that will represent veterans of the American Revolution and their families, and present aspects of life in camp.
1:00-4:00pm | Free and open to the public | Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion & Riddick's Folly House Museum
524 N Main St. | 757.514.4130
1:00-4:00pm | Free and open to the public | Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion & Riddick's Folly House Museum
524 N Main St. | 757.514.4130
March 6 - April 10
41st Annual Juried Photography Exhibit
Hampton Roads' longest-running photography exhibition! Enjoy all styles of photography in which traditional and digital processes were integral to the creation of the work.
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am-5:00pm & Sunday 1:00-5:00pm | Free and open to the public
Suffolk Art Gallery | 118 Bosley Ave. | 757.514.7284
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am-5:00pm & Sunday 1:00-5:00pm | Free and open to the public
Suffolk Art Gallery | 118 Bosley Ave. | 757.514.7284
March 15
Suffolk VA Authors Festival
The 11th Annual Suffolk VA Authors Festival connects best-selling authors, avid readers and aspiring writers.
Meet 55+ best-selling authors of various genres. Meet & Greets, Book Sales & Signings, and Moderated Panel Discussions.
11:30am | VIP Reception | $30 per person, limited to 50 participants
1:00 - 6:00pm | Free and open to the public
Suffolk Conference Center at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront | 100 E. Constance Rd. | 757.514.4130
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Meet 55+ best-selling authors of various genres. Meet & Greets, Book Sales & Signings, and Moderated Panel Discussions.
11:30am | VIP Reception | $30 per person, limited to 50 participants
1:00 - 6:00pm | Free and open to the public
Suffolk Conference Center at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront | 100 E. Constance Rd. | 757.514.4130
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March 15
The Hurrah Players present Frozen Jr.
The Hurrah Players present Frozen Jr. – a story of true love and acceptance between sisters. Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.
2:00pm | $30 or $45 per adult | $18 or $28 per child
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.923.0003
NEW! Meet the Characters Luncheon: Adults $45 and Children $28
Includes Lunch with Characters from FROZEN Jr., Beverage, Reserved Theater Seating in Orchestra, Party Swag.
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2:00pm | $30 or $45 per adult | $18 or $28 per child
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.923.0003
NEW! Meet the Characters Luncheon: Adults $45 and Children $28
Includes Lunch with Characters from FROZEN Jr., Beverage, Reserved Theater Seating in Orchestra, Party Swag.
Learn more
April 26
Suffolk Earth & Arts Festival
Keep Suffolk Beautiful and the Suffolk Art League again join forces to present the highly anticipated Suffolk Earth & Arts Festival, co-sponsored by Suffolk Tourism and Downtown Suffolk. The festival is a celebration of art, culture, and environmental stewardship. It will take place in historic downtown on April 26, 2025, from 10 am until 4 pm, creating an immersive experience for all attendees.
10:00am-4:00pm | Free & open to the public | North Main Street in Downtown Historic Suffolk
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10:00am-4:00pm | Free & open to the public | North Main Street in Downtown Historic Suffolk
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April 26
ELLA the Early Years
Before she became the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald was a young girl with a dream and determination who overcame extraordinary odds. Acclaimed chanteuse and music historian Amanda King shares Ella Fitzgerald’s origins, inspirations, and music from the 1930s era and her time with the Chick Webb Orchestra in ELLA The Early Years, a swinging show of song and history!
ELLA The Early Years focuses on the formative time Ella spent with the pioneering drummer, Chick Webb, and his orchestra. Webb’s orchestra also served as the musical foundation for many legendary sidemen, many of whom Ella would go on to work with for decades. This early partnership of Ella and Chick catapulted both their careers to new heights and is the backdrop for a heartwarming, joy-filled celebration of an American icon by a voice that was born to sing Fitzgerald!
8:00pm | Tickets: $45, $40 or $35
$80 (Dinner Theater Package) or $65 (Pre-Show Party Package)
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.923.0003
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ELLA The Early Years focuses on the formative time Ella spent with the pioneering drummer, Chick Webb, and his orchestra. Webb’s orchestra also served as the musical foundation for many legendary sidemen, many of whom Ella would go on to work with for decades. This early partnership of Ella and Chick catapulted both their careers to new heights and is the backdrop for a heartwarming, joy-filled celebration of an American icon by a voice that was born to sing Fitzgerald!
8:00pm | Tickets: $45, $40 or $35
$80 (Dinner Theater Package) or $65 (Pre-Show Party Package)
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.923.0003
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July 4
Stars & Stripes Spectacular
Enjoy food & drinks, bounce houses, games and fireworks. Hear live music by TBA.
Music begins at 6pm, fireworks at 9pm.
6:00pm | Free & open to the public | Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina, 110 E. Constance Road | 757.514.7250
Music begins at 6pm, fireworks at 9pm.
6:00pm | Free & open to the public | Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina, 110 E. Constance Road | 757.514.7250
September 13
Taste of Suffolk Downtown Street Festival
Discover Suffolk's signature flavors in our historic district as we celebrate all things culinary, live music, arts, fun and more! Lots of children's activities, merchants, contests, etc. Beer & wine garden. After-party with live music.
11:00am-5:00pm | Free & open to the public | North Main & West Washington Streets | 757.514.7250
5:00pm-8:00pm | Free & open to the public | After Party in the Courthouse Park (adjacent Godwin Courts Building)
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11:00am-5:00pm | Free & open to the public | North Main & West Washington Streets | 757.514.7250
5:00pm-8:00pm | Free & open to the public | After Party in the Courthouse Park (adjacent Godwin Courts Building)
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October 4
Suffolk Peanut Fest Parade
Celebrate community, agriculture, family fun and all things peanuts
at the annual Suffolk Peanut Fest Parade through historic downtown Suffolk.
10:00am | Free & open to the public | N. Main & W. Washington Streets | 757.539.6751
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at the annual Suffolk Peanut Fest Parade through historic downtown Suffolk.
10:00am | Free & open to the public | N. Main & W. Washington Streets | 757.539.6751
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November 21
Grand Illumination
With the flip of a switch, we will light up beautiful Downtown Suffolk! And that’s not all.
Come out to enjoy crafts, music, and the one and only Santa!
6:00pm | Free & open to the public | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.514.7250
Come out to enjoy crafts, music, and the one and only Santa!
6:00pm | Free & open to the public | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.514.7250
December 6
Artisan Gift fair
Start your holiday shopping at the Annual Artisan Gift Fair! Join Suffolk Tourism for the annual outdoor holiday market in conjunction with the Suffolk Farmers’ Market, featuring 30+ vendors offering artisan-quality crafts, jewelry, soaps, fine art, candles, woodcrafts, crocheted items, jams and jellies, holiday decorations, wreaths, baked goods, seasonal produce, meats, and more. The Pavilion will be festive with holiday music, face painting, balloon animals, and a visit from Santa. The Artisan Gift Fair is free and open to the public; parking is available at the Visitor Center, Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, and nearby parking lots.
9am-2pm | Free & open to the public | Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130
9am-2pm | Free & open to the public | Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130
December 13
Holiday parade
View the sights and sounds of the 2024 Suffolk Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:00PM.
Find the best spot to watch the floats, equestrian units, marching bands, and festival vehicles as they make their way down West Washington Street, and turn up North Main Street, with the parade route ending at Finney Avenue.
For more information, contact Suffolk Parks & Recreation at 757.514.7250.
Find the best spot to watch the floats, equestrian units, marching bands, and festival vehicles as they make their way down West Washington Street, and turn up North Main Street, with the parade route ending at Finney Avenue.
For more information, contact Suffolk Parks & Recreation at 757.514.7250.
Additional Resources
This list is not all-encompassing. Please check the websites for various departments and websites for all other events happening in Downtown Suffolk. Event times, dates, and locations are subject to change.
