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Hello Virginia Beach! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Safest large city ranking, a kids surf fishing clinic, and a glow-in-the-dark mini golf escape + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Roadwork near a park: Construction began Monday near Mount Trashmore, closing part of South Boulevard, but Kids Cove parking remains open. Expect detours. Work is expected to finish by September 18 -- check the road closures.
Scenic seaside ride: Bike the three-mile Virginia Beach Boardwalk from 2nd to 40th Street, with views and monuments like the Navy SEAL Monument and Norwegian Lady on a dedicated path -- take the boardwalk ride.
Safety rankings unveiled: Virginia Beach was ranked the safest large U.S. city in a new study, citing low violent crime and disaster risk. Nearby Chesapeake also cracked the top ten, landing fifth nationwide -- check the safety rankings.
The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,500 this year. Case in point: Shopping around could cut your premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Coastal heroics, up close: If you need a break from beach traffic brain, Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum nails the local story of shipwrecks and the crews who pulled people from the surf. Wander through exhibits that actually feel ours, then poke around the nautical gift shop.
Glow-in-the-dark escape: King Neptune's Mini Golf is Hampton Roads' premier indoor blacklight 3D putt spot, a trippy 10 hole course that makes your short game look epic. Grab a friend, dodge the heat, and call dibs on bragging rights... or plan a crew outing with their party packages.
Sweet local pick: This week, Twisted Sisters Cupcakes is your move for craveable cupcakes, cookies, Baby Cakes, and PupCakes for the floof at home. Order ahead for pickup or catch their truck, and if a birthday or wedding’s brewing, they’ll whip up custom creations that nail your vibe.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎣 Kids Surf Fishing Clinic @ Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge | Thursday (8/6) at 9:00 AM – Let the kids trade screens for sea breeze at a surf fishing clinic down at Back Bay, hosted by the Virginia Beach Anglers. No experience needed, just small hands, big curiosity, and a tolerance for sand in everything. They might get hooked, you get quiet.
🎬 Beach Blanket Cinema: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie @ Virginia Beach Oceanfront | Thursday (8/6) at 8:30 PM – Stake out a spot on the 29th Street sand for a free screening of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, PG and easy on the parents. Mario heads to space, you get ocean breeze, stars, and zero sticky theater floors. Bring a blanket or chair.
🧱 Bricks at the Beach @ TCC/City Joint-Use Library | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – Whether your kid is a master builder or just into glorious piles, this K-5 free-for-all has stackable bricks, crafty extras, and zero registration. Bring the crew to Bricks at the Beach, enjoy a breather, and save your feet from future late-night brick mines.
🐝 Pollinator Watering Station Workshop for Kids @ McDonald Garden Center | Saturday (8/8) at 11:00 AM – Give the bees a tiny rest stop, and your kid a project that actually earns its keep in the garden. They’ll paint a terracotta pot into a pollinator watering station, mushroom vibes encouraged. $15 with supplies, ages 3+, Independence Blvd only.
🍔 Virginia Beach Street Food Festival @ The Shack | Saturday (8/8) at 2:00 PM – Take a break from cooking and wander to The Shack for a street food free-for-all where every bite is $5 or less. Think local vendors, messy in a good way eats, and the rare thrill of paying cash without wincing. Bring napkins, not spreadsheets.
🎪 Summer Fest @ Virginia Beach Town Center | Saturday (8/8) at 5:00 PM – Bring a lawn chair and settle at Town Center’s Fountain Plaza for live local music on select nights through Labor Day. Make it a full night with dinner, people-watching, and the joy of skipping tunnel traffic, plus a nightcap you will not shout over.
🛍 Kids Market @ The Void | Sunday (8/9) at 2:00 PM – Skip the errand loop and wander The Void for its first Kids Market, a kid-powered bazaar where the sales team needs snack breaks. Expect handmade crafts, baked treats, kid-focused goodies, kids yoga in the Earth Studio, and a school-supply drive, all sincere, chaotic, and charming.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Virginia Beach report Weather forecastToday — High: 87°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 39%
A slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 77. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 19%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 90. South wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 77. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis 4,246-square-foot Sandbridge Beach showpiece sits between Back Bay and the Atlantic, delivering sunrise and sunset views in one unforgettable setting. Built in 2013 and beautifully maintained, it pairs high-end finishes with six ensuite bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, wet bar, screened porch, wraparound decks, and a sparkling oversized pool.
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