To find non-Holiday related events, visit our Events page.
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Grand IlluminationFriday, November 22 | 6-8pm
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.514.7250 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkParksandRec.com After our countdown to light the area, you’ll enjoy seasonal music and complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides. Join us inside for holiday-themed activities, a puppet show, and a meet and greet with Santa Claus! Food and beverages will be available from Arts Kitchen. Parking is available at the First Baptist Church parking lot, 237 North Main Street; Suffolk’s Seaboard Train Station, 326 North Main St.; and Godwin Courts parking lot, 150 North Main St. Limited handicap parking will be available at the Suffolk Cultural Arts Center, 110 W. Finney Ave. For more information, contact Suffolk Parks & Recreation at (757) 514-7250, or [email protected]. |
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Farm-To-Table Thanksgiving Suffolk Farmers’ MarketTuesday, November 26 | 3:30-6:30pm
Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion 524 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130 SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.com Join us for a unique special edition of the Suffolk Farmers’ Market showcasing baked goods, produce, meats, etc. The Farm-To-Table Market will be located at the Suffolk Visitor Center’s outdoor special event pavilion located at 524 North Main Street. The one time market will operate Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 3:30pm to 6:30pm, rain or shine, as long as the safety of the vendors and patrons are not at risk. |
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Friendsgiving at the stationWednesday, November 27 | 12pm
Nansemond Brewing Station 212 E. Washington St. | 757.809.3047 NansemondBrewingStation.com Join us for Friendsgiving! We are opening our doors at Noon. Enjoy $5 pints from 12-5. Buy one get one 50% off Growler Fills. 15% off Merch. Buy $100 in Gift Cards, get a bonus $20 Gift Certificate good from December - February. Scott Troy will be on site with Troy Trivia for FRIENDS Trivia starting at 7pm. We will be covering seasons 7-8. |
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Small Business Saturday
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Downtown Suffolk
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Ice Skating
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Herald the Season!
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Cardboard COnstruction: Gingerbread HousesDecember 3 | 6-7:30pm
Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington St. | 757.514.7323 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkPublicLibrary.com No slippery icing here! Work together with your family and design one gingerbread house or a whole village! Design your house out of cardboard and decorate with buttons, ribbons and paint! Enjoy a hot chocolate bar to keep up your energy during construction and walk away with a fun piece of winter décor that won’t go stale! For families. |
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Make Your Own Marbled OrnamentsDecember 4 | 6-7pm
Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington St. | 757.514.7323 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkPublicLibrary.com Fluid art isn’t just for canvases! Add a special touch to a gift or your own seasonal décor with a unique handmade marbled ornament. No art skill necessary, marbling provides a stunning and impeccable result with a simple technique. Make a card or gift tag at our stationery station to match! Registration required. |
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13th Annual Artistan Gift FairDecember 7 | 9am-2pm
Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion 524 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.com This traditional outdoor holiday market features artisan-quality crafts, jewelry, soaps, fine art, candles, woodcrafts, crocheted items, jams and jellies, holiday ornaments, wreaths, baked goods, seasonal produce, meats, and more. Live music along with visits with Santa! |
Tour proceeds benefit the Suffolk Nansemond Historical Society.
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Historic Suffolk Holiday TourDecember 7 & 8 | 1-5pm
Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion 12 Locations throughout Downtown $35 per person | Buy Tickets Here Experience the enchanting holiday magic of historic downtown Suffolk with our exclusive holiday tour, perfect for lovers of small town charm and history. Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, this tour invites you to stroll downtown and enjoy festive decorations and beautifully preserved buildings, each echoing the town’s rich heritage. During the holiday season, downtown Suffolk transforms into a picturesque wonderland, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere that captures the essence of Southern hospitality. As you wander through the downtown area, enjoy the festive sounds of holiday music filling the air and warm up with seasonal beverages available along the way. Take time to explore charming boutiques, cozy cafes, and local artisan shops, perfect for finding unique holiday gifts. Downtown restaurants will be open for dining, offering delicious Southern cuisine and holiday specials to enhance your experience. As evening falls, the town is illuminated by dazzling holiday displays, creating a magical ambiance that will make your visit truly unforgettable. Join us for a holiday experience in historic downtown Suffolk, where every corner is steeped in history and brimming with holiday cheer. |
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Downtown Suffolk
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"Christmas Gems"
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Breakfast with the GrinchDecember 14 | 8-10am
Baron's Pub 185 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130 $12 | Tickets Available via Eventbrite Enjoy a pancake breakfast and take pictures with the Grinch. Proceeds will be used to purchase toys and donated to the Suffolk Sheriff's Office. Limited seating. |
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Meet Santa at Visitor CenterDecember 14 | 1-4pm
Suffolk Visitor Center 524 N. Main St. | 757.514.4130 Free & Open to the Public VisitSuffolkVa.com Bring the kiddos to meet jolly ol’ St. Nick this holiday season! The Suffolk Visitor Center is a convenient location for you to catch the big guy. Beautiful holiday décor makes this the ideal place to snap a photo with Santa. Be sure to bring your camera! |
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2024 Suffolk Holiday ParadeDecember 14 | 7pm
Downtown - along W. Washington St. and N. Main St. 757.514.7250 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkParksandRec.com Bring the kiddos to meet jolly ol’ St. Nick this holiday season! The Suffolk Visitor Center is a convenient location for you to catch the big guy. Beautiful holiday décor makes this the ideal place to snap a photo with Santa. Be sure to bring your camera! |
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Pet Photos with Santa
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Family Movie at the Center: ElementalDecember 15 | 1-4pm
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Ave. | 757.923.0003 $1 per person SuffolkCenter.org What's better than a family movie during a chilly holiday season? Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present the blockbuster animated film, Elemental. Welcome to Element City, where fire-, water-, land-, and air residents live together. The unlikely friendship between tough, quick-witted, and fiery Ember and fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow Wade is about to be challenged as they discover something elemental: how much they actually have in common. The vocal cast includes Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie Del Carmen, Shila Ommi, and Catherine O’Hara. This 2023 animated adventure comedy is rated PG and has a running time of 101 minutes. |
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Masters of Soul
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Noon Year’s EveDecember 31 | 11am-12pm
Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington St. | 757.514.7323 Free & Open to the Public SuffolkPublicLibrary.com Celebrate the New Year a little early with a countdown, balloon drop, crafts, snacks, dancing and more! The party starts at 11AM and we will ring in the New Year at noon. For birth through age 5. |