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April 20
Earth and Arts Festival
The Suffolk Earth and Arts Festival is returning to the heart of Suffolk on April 20, 2024, promising a day filled with creativity, culture, and community spirit. Organized by Keep Suffolk Beautiful and the Suffolk Art League, the festival will run from 10:00AM to 4:00PM. Organizers are delighted to share that this year's festivities will be hosted on Main Street in the historic downtown area.
Historic Garden Week in Virginia - Suffolk Tour
A botanical delight, Riverview is situated on a peninsula flanked by two waterways, Lake Meade and the Nansemond River. Featuring custom homes built in various architectural styles during the early to mid-1900s, this picturesque neighborhood is conveniently located close to historic downtown Suffolk. Winding brick walkways lead to charming porches and established gardens filled with blooming camellias, hydrangeas and colorful perennials. Riverview residents invite visitors to soak in the timeless charm by experiencing six well-preserved homes with manicured landscapes and well-loved gardens.
Tour Properties:
501 N. Broad Street | 515 W. Riverview Drive | 724 W. Riverview Drive | 805 W. Riverview Drive | 726 Jones Street \ 813 Dumville Avenue
Tour Headquarters: Elk's Lodge located at 329 W. Constance Road.
Tour Properties:
501 N. Broad Street | 515 W. Riverview Drive | 724 W. Riverview Drive | 805 W. Riverview Drive | 726 Jones Street \ 813 Dumville Avenue
Tour Headquarters: Elk's Lodge located at 329 W. Constance Road.
May 4 - November 23
Suffolk Farmers' Market
Conveniently situated at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 North Main Street in Downtown Suffolk, the Suffolk Farmers' Market runs each Saturday from 9:00AM until 1:00PM, May through November. Admission is free and open to the public. Special markets, including the Artisan Gift Fair and Winter Farmers' Markets, can be found at SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.com.
June 1
Suffolk Bricktacular
Building Healthy Habits Through Lego and Steam Activities.
Enter the Bricktacular Building Competition and more by clicking here. Open to all ages.
Event will be held at the Salvation Army at 400 Bank Street, Suffolk, Virginia.
10am-2pm | Free & open to the public | Salvation Army, 400 Bank St.
Enter the Bricktacular Building Competition and more by clicking here. Open to all ages.
Event will be held at the Salvation Army at 400 Bank Street, Suffolk, Virginia.
10am-2pm | Free & open to the public | Salvation Army, 400 Bank St.
June 6, 13, 20 & 27
Summer music Series outdoor at the center
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is excited to announce a new outdoor space, ‘Outdoors @ The CENTER’
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
June Performers:
June 6 – Jennifer Gammill | Jazz, Blues, Covers
June 13 – Christian Mitchell Trio | Jazz, Fusion, Funk
June 20 – John Bermeo | Classical & Acoustic Latin Guitar
June 27- Mike deMoss | Acoustic Guitar
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
June Performers:
June 6 – Jennifer Gammill | Jazz, Blues, Covers
June 13 – Christian Mitchell Trio | Jazz, Fusion, Funk
June 20 – John Bermeo | Classical & Acoustic Latin Guitar
June 27- Mike deMoss | Acoustic Guitar
June 14
TGIF Summer Concert Series: The Fuzz Band
Kick off summer with the first TGIF Summer Concert featuring The Fuzz Band at the new Downtown Festival Park!
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
June 21
TGIF Summer Concert Series: Nashville Nights
TGIF Summer Concert featuring Nashville Nights at the new Downtown Festival Park!
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
June 22
Saturday Cinema: Barbie
Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars! Join us for a magical evening of outdoor cinema,
where we’ll be screening some of your favorite films.
Fun Begins at 6:30pm | Movies Starts at 8:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
where we’ll be screening some of your favorite films.
Fun Begins at 6:30pm | Movies Starts at 8:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
July 4
STARS & STRIPES SPECTACULAR
Celebrate America's Independence Day at Constant's Wharf Park & Marina, located behind the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront. Enjoy, live music by The Feenies, food & beverages, bounce houses, games and FIREWORKS!
Shuttles available from First Baptist Church Parking Lot (corner of N. Main St. & Finney Ave.)
and the parking lot behind Godwin Courthouse (150 N. Main St.).
Parking is also available at the Suffolk Visitor Center across from the Hilton.
Event kicks off at 6pm | Fireworks at 9pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkParksandRec.com | 757.514.7250
Shuttles available from First Baptist Church Parking Lot (corner of N. Main St. & Finney Ave.)
and the parking lot behind Godwin Courthouse (150 N. Main St.).
Parking is also available at the Suffolk Visitor Center across from the Hilton.
Event kicks off at 6pm | Fireworks at 9pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkParksandRec.com | 757.514.7250
July 11, 18 & 25
Summer music Series outdoor at the center
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is excited to announce a new outdoor space, ‘Outdoors @ The CENTER’
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
July Performers:
July 11 – Jeffrey Poulson | Rock and Alternative
July 18 – Mark Calhoon | Acoustic Guitar
July 25 – Steve Ambrose | Solo Jazz
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
July Performers:
July 11 – Jeffrey Poulson | Rock and Alternative
July 18 – Mark Calhoon | Acoustic Guitar
July 25 – Steve Ambrose | Solo Jazz
July 12
TGIF Summer Concert Series: The Original Rhondels
TGIF Summer Concert featuring The Original Rhondels
at Constant's Wharf Park & Marina
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 100 E. Constance Rd.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
at Constant's Wharf Park & Marina
6:30pm - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public. | 100 E. Constance Rd.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
July 14
Summer Film Series at The Center
"Where the Crawdad Sings"
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present the
Summer Film Series at the Center: Where The Crawdads Sing on the big screen.
Admission is $2 per person, and the movie will begin at 2pm.
Based on the worldwide best-selling novel, Where the Crawdads Sing is a coming-of-age story about “Marsh Girl” Kya Clark, a mysterious and wild local in the 1950s Deep South who raises herself in the marshes after she is abandoned by her family. Kya becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a man with whom she was once involved.
The cast includes Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John Smith, Harris Dickinson, David Strathairn, and Michael Hyatt.
This 2022 action thriller is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 125 minutes.
2pm | $2 per person | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Birdsong Theater, 2nd Floor | 110 W. Finney Avenue
Summer Film Series at the Center: Where The Crawdads Sing on the big screen.
Admission is $2 per person, and the movie will begin at 2pm.
Based on the worldwide best-selling novel, Where the Crawdads Sing is a coming-of-age story about “Marsh Girl” Kya Clark, a mysterious and wild local in the 1950s Deep South who raises herself in the marshes after she is abandoned by her family. Kya becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a man with whom she was once involved.
The cast includes Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John Smith, Harris Dickinson, David Strathairn, and Michael Hyatt.
This 2022 action thriller is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 125 minutes.
2pm | $2 per person | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Birdsong Theater, 2nd Floor | 110 W. Finney Avenue
August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Summer music Series outdoor at the center
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is excited to announce a new outdoor space, ‘Outdoors @ The CENTER’
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
August Performers:
August 1 – Split Peace Soup | Duo – Acoustic Variety
August 8 – Chozen Soundz | Covers/Originals/Soul
August 15 – Jasmine Copeland | Covers/Originals
August 22 – Doug Alan Wilcox | Solo Acoustic/Folk
August 29 – Cara-Lyn & Harley | Acoustic Duo/ Oldies but Goodies
featuring a new performance stage, green space, fire pit, lighting, landscaping, cash bar,
and outdoor dining options at ARTS KITCHEN!
Every Thursday, 6-8pm | Free & open to the public | SuffolkCenter.org
Bring the family, friends, a few chairs, and sit back to enjoy great LIVE music!
August Performers:
August 1 – Split Peace Soup | Duo – Acoustic Variety
August 8 – Chozen Soundz | Covers/Originals/Soul
August 15 – Jasmine Copeland | Covers/Originals
August 22 – Doug Alan Wilcox | Solo Acoustic/Folk
August 29 – Cara-Lyn & Harley | Acoustic Duo/ Oldies but Goodies
August 3
The Amazing Peanut Chase
Citywide Scavenger Hunt
Suffolk Public Library’s 9th annual Amazing Peanut Chase will take teams all over Suffolk in this city-wide scavenger hunt that will test your Suffolk knowledge. Register your team and prepare for a day full of fun and adventure while you learn more about Suffolk’s neighborhoods, businesses and people. End your day with the Amazing Peanut Chase
after-party with games, refreshments and more at the Suffolk Visitor Center.
1:00pm - 4:30pm | Free & open to the public. | Morgan Memorial Library | 443 W. Washington St.
Register at SuffolkPublicLibrary.com
after-party with games, refreshments and more at the Suffolk Visitor Center.
1:00pm - 4:30pm | Free & open to the public. | Morgan Memorial Library | 443 W. Washington St.
Register at SuffolkPublicLibrary.com
August 3 {New Date}
50 Fest
Join us for 50 Fest: a celebration of the City’s 50th Anniversary and the Grand Opening of Downtown Festival Park!
Enjoy a night of nostalgia and entertainment. Event will feature food trucks and family-friendly festivities throughout the night. Local 70’s cover band “Inside Out” will set the mood. Come dressed in your best 70’s attire for a chance to win prizes in our costume contest. The celebration continues after the concert with a screening of the classic: Superman (PG, 1978) starting at 8:30 p.m., on our impressive 40 ft. movie screen.
Bring a chair or blanket for seating. Coolers are not permitted and only water may be brought on-site. Adult beverages will be available for purchase for those over the age of 21 with proper identification. Service animals are permitted, as are well-behaved, leashed dogs. Parking will be available in public lots throughout downtown.
For more information, contact Suffolk Parks & Recreation at (757) 514-7250
5pm | Free & open to the public. | Downtown Festival Park | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Enjoy a night of nostalgia and entertainment. Event will feature food trucks and family-friendly festivities throughout the night. Local 70’s cover band “Inside Out” will set the mood. Come dressed in your best 70’s attire for a chance to win prizes in our costume contest. The celebration continues after the concert with a screening of the classic: Superman (PG, 1978) starting at 8:30 p.m., on our impressive 40 ft. movie screen.
Bring a chair or blanket for seating. Coolers are not permitted and only water may be brought on-site. Adult beverages will be available for purchase for those over the age of 21 with proper identification. Service animals are permitted, as are well-behaved, leashed dogs. Parking will be available in public lots throughout downtown.
For more information, contact Suffolk Parks & Recreation at (757) 514-7250
5pm | Free & open to the public. | Downtown Festival Park | 215 W. Washington St.
Food and beverages available for purchase. Adult beverage purchases will require proper ID.
Coolers and canopies/tents are not allowed at these events. Leashed dogs are welcome.
August 11
Summer Film Series at The Center
"Elvis"
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present the
Summer Film Series at the Center: Elvis on the big screen.
Admission is $2 per person, and the movie will begin at 2pm.
Elvis explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The story delves into the complex dynamic between Presley and Parker spanning over 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. The all-star cast includes Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Olivia DeJonge, Helen Thomson, and Richard Roxburgh.
This 2022 musical biography is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 159 minutes.
2pm | $2 per person | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Birdsong Theater, 2nd Floor | 110 W. Finney Avenue
Summer Film Series at the Center: Elvis on the big screen.
Admission is $2 per person, and the movie will begin at 2pm.
Elvis explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The story delves into the complex dynamic between Presley and Parker spanning over 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. The all-star cast includes Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Olivia DeJonge, Helen Thomson, and Richard Roxburgh.
This 2022 musical biography is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 159 minutes.
2pm | $2 per person | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Birdsong Theater, 2nd Floor | 110 W. Finney Avenue
august 24
Saturday Cinema: wonka
Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars! Join us for a magical evening of outdoor cinema,
where we’ll be screening some of your favorite films.
Fun Begins at 6:30pm | Movies Starts at 8:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
where we’ll be screening some of your favorite films.
Fun Begins at 6:30pm | Movies Starts at 8:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
september 10 - 14
suffolk plein air festival
On Friday, September 13 from 6:00–9:30pm, artists and patrons will gather at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts for the much-anticipated ‘Wet Paint Sale & Soiree’. Meet the artists, view their new artwork and purchase an incredibly special piece of Suffolk themed artwork to adorn your home or business. ‘Wet Paint Sale & Soiree’ tickets go on sale July 1, 2024 and include scrumptious food, an open bar, and live music.
On Saturday, September 14th from 12-2 PM, in conjunction with Suffolk’s annual ‘Taste of Suffolk’ Downtown Street Festival, Youth, ages 10-17, and Adults of ALL abilities are invited to paint outside, ‘en plein air’, during the “PAINT the TASTE” event. This is a chance for novice to experienced painters to try their hand at plein air painting. The QuickDraw format is extremely exciting ~ the goal is to quickly produce an original piece of artwork in only 120 minutes!
Prizes will be awarded, and “PAINT the TASTE” Artists are encouraged to sell their Suffolk Plein Air artwork to the interested crowds during the ‘Taste of Suffolk’. “PAINT the TASTE” Registration is $10. Participants need to bring their own painting materials. Learn more at SuffolkPleinAir.org
On Saturday, September 14th from 12-2 PM, in conjunction with Suffolk’s annual ‘Taste of Suffolk’ Downtown Street Festival, Youth, ages 10-17, and Adults of ALL abilities are invited to paint outside, ‘en plein air’, during the “PAINT the TASTE” event. This is a chance for novice to experienced painters to try their hand at plein air painting. The QuickDraw format is extremely exciting ~ the goal is to quickly produce an original piece of artwork in only 120 minutes!
Prizes will be awarded, and “PAINT the TASTE” Artists are encouraged to sell their Suffolk Plein Air artwork to the interested crowds during the ‘Taste of Suffolk’. “PAINT the TASTE” Registration is $10. Participants need to bring their own painting materials. Learn more at SuffolkPleinAir.org
September 14
Taste of Suffolk
This event will stretch down Main Street from Finney Avenue to Washington Street, and along West Washington Street to Saratoga Avenue. Main Street will be lined with Suffolk's independent restaurants presenting their signature menu items. Sample an assortment of flavors while enjoying all-day entertainment!
Free & open to the public | 11am - 5pm | learn more at TasteofSuffolkVa.com
Free & open to the public | 11am - 5pm | learn more at TasteofSuffolkVa.com
September 27
Friday Night COncert in the Park
Come dance under the stars to the live music of the Original Rhondels!
6:00 - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
6:00 - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
October 5
Suffolk Peanut Fest Parade
See you at the Suffolk Peanut Fest Parade on Saturday, October 5th in Historic Downtown Suffolk, North Main Street and West Washington Street.
10:00 - 11:00am | Free & open to the Public | Learn more at SuffolkPeanutFest.com
10:00 - 11:00am | Free & open to the Public | Learn more at SuffolkPeanutFest.com
October 5
Putt Putt at the Downtown Festival Park
Come enjoy an afternoon of Putt Putt! 12:00pm-7:00pm.
October 11, 18 & 25
Friday Night Frights at the center
The Suffolk Division of Tourism wants to give you the fright of your life as they present a series of quintessential horror films at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts. Admission is $3 and the movie will begin at 8pm.
All films are rated R and require a parent or guardian for anyone under 17 years of age.
SuffolkCenter.org
Movies
October 11 – The Conjuring | October 18 - Silence of the Lambs | October 25 - Paranormal Activity
All films are rated R and require a parent or guardian for anyone under 17 years of age.
SuffolkCenter.org
Movies
October 11 – The Conjuring | October 18 - Silence of the Lambs | October 25 - Paranormal Activity
October 25
Friday Night COncert in the Park
Come dance under the stars to the live music of SlapNation!
6:00 - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
6:00 - 9:30pm | Free & open to the public.
Downtown Festival Park – 215 W. Washington St.
Bring your blankets, and lawn chairs and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Food and vendor items will be available for purchase.
October 27
Downtown Suffolk Fall Festival
Sunday, October 27th in Historic Downtown Suffolk. Free & Open to the Public. Fall drinks, family fun, games, petting zoo, and kids' activities.
November 9
Salute to Service 5K & One Mile Fun Run
Details TBA
November 22
Grand Illumination
With the flip of a switch, you will be graced by the radiance of our handsomely decorated holiday tree as we 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 | Market Park (adjacent Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, 326 N. Main St.)
6:00pm | Free & open to the public | Market Park (adjacent Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, 326 N. Main St.)
December 1 - 31
Ice Skating presented by GloFiber
Downtown Festival Park
Details TBA
Details TBA
December 7
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.
9am-2pm | Free & open to the public | Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, 524 N. Main St.
December 14
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.
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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.
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