Things to Do in Virginia Beach This August

August 2025

Summer in Virginia Beach isn’t over yet. Make the most of the warm weather with outdoor concerts, movies under twinkling stars, surf competitions and so much more. Without further ado, here’s the full list of events happening this August in Virginia Beach:

Bachata Vida Summer Festival

July 31 – August 3

Get ready to sway your hips and dance the night away at the Bachata Vida Summer Festival, the ultimate Latin dance extravaganza. This one-of-a-kind event spans across four days and has endless bachata and salsa dancing opportunities. Enjoy mesmerizing dance performances, lively parties and interactive workshops with world-class instructors. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just love the rhythm, there’s a place for you out on the floor.

Water Lantern Festival

August 2

Lanterns light up the lake in a magical evening at Mount Trashmore Park for the Water Lantern Festival. As its name implies, you’ll release beautiful lanterns out into the calm waters of Lake Trashmore. More than just a stunning site, it’s an opportunity to cherish those who hold a special place in our hearts, including friends, neighbors and family.

Superstar Anime

August 2 – August 3

Suit up in your best costume and prepare for two days of anime awesomeness at the Virginia Beach Convention Center for Superstar Anime. This event celebrates all things anime with engaging panels, Q&A sessions and cosplay contests.

Crab Feast

August 16

Let’s get crack-a-lackin’. Crab Feast is hitting Aslin Beer Co. – VA Beach with an all-you-can-eat crab and corn throw down. Cold beer, hot crabs and corn, and serious summer energy. What more do you need? Use Code FEELINCRABBY for $10 off your unlimited crab & corn Crab Feast ticket.

Oceanfront Concert Series

May 21 – September 11 

The Oceanfront Concert Series continues to put on its free Wednesday evening musical performances (August 6 & 13). With performers of all genres, you might even discover a new favorite artist or band. Bring your beach chairs and blankets, grab some snacks from the nearby vendors and settle in for a wonderful night of music. The concerts typically run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Beach Blanket Cinema

June 19 – August 21

August brings the end of the summer-long Beach Blanket Cinema series, with three final showings (August 7,14 & 21). Catch these family-friendly movies right on the beach at 29th Street at 8:30 p.m. Just bring your blanket or chair — and some movie snacks, of course — and settle in.

Neptune’s Symphony by the Sea Concert Series

July 10 – August 28

Experience magical evenings by the ocean at Neptune’s Symphony by the Sea Concert Series. These free symphonic performances by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Symphonicity take place at the lovely 31st Street Park every Thursday starting at 7:30 p.m. Plan to get there early if you want a good view, since the park fills up quickly.

Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships

August 17 – August 24

Attracting world-class surfers and wildly enthusiastic spectators, the Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships is the place to be when you want to watch surfers catching seriously gnarly waves. It’s the oldest continuously run surfing competition in the world, and it’s right here in Virginia Beach. Beyond surfing, there will be street skate and ramp contests, beach volleyball, swimsuit contests and a Boardwalk 5k run. Don’t forget your sunblock (and yes, your fun energy too).

Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party

August 22 – August 23

Get funky at the Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party. Bring your dancing shoes or, at the very least, a folding chair when you need to break from grooving to the rhythm of all the electrifying music you’ll take in over two days. The music is a sensational mix of jazz, gospel, blues and R&B. To keep up your energy, there will be food on hand for purchase.

Neptune’s Coastal Craft Beer Festival

August 23

Craft beer lovers, head over to Neptune Park for national and regional beers, ciders and seltzers. In all, you’ll have the opportunity to sample dozens of brews from over 30 breweries, including local favorites like Commonwealth Brewing Co., Back Bay Brew House: Farmhouse and New Realm Brewing Company. Tasting tickets at  Neptune’s Coastal Craft Beer Festival include a keepsake glass and unlimited tastings. As of 2025, the festival is offering non-alcoholic beer and seltzer options as well.

Cavalier Summer Concert

August 24

From Las Vegas to Virginia Beach, Jimmy Hopper brings his powerhouse vocals and unforgettable stage presence to The Great Lawn for one night only. Known for his dynamic range and rock ballads, the former “Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year” delivers a show that’s part concert, part spectacle. His dynamic performances have captivated crowds for years, and now he brings that same energy to The Historic Cavalier Hotel.

Local favorite BJ Griffin, whose soulful sound and electric energy make him a Cavalier staple, joins Jimmy Hopper for added star power. After capturing the country’s attention on America’s Got Talent in 2023, he returns home for a summer finale that hits all the right notes.

This open-air performance is free and open to the public!

Labor Day Weekend Oceanfront Concert Series

August 29 – August 31

Like the Wednesday summer evening Oceanfront Concert Series, the Labor Day Weekend Oceanfront Concert Series offers free musical performances at the 17th, 24th and 31st Street Parks. All weekend long, talented musicians take to the beachfront stages. All you have to do is bring your beach chairs, some snacks and treat yourself to some fantastic tunes.

Live Performances

Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

Throughout August

Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater is the place to be in Virginia Beach this August. Talented, award-winning performers, including Lil Wayne (August 1), the Jonas Brothers (August 15), Luke Bryan (August 16) and Def Leppard (August 31) will all be in town. For a full list of performances, refer to the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater’s event page.

Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

Throughout August

This August, the talented Graham Nash (August 1) takes the stage at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. Listen to this two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee play some of his greatest solo and group hits. The Sandler Center is also continuing its free Ynot Wednesday Concert series every Wednesday (August 6, 13, 20 & 27). For a full list of performances, check out  the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts’ event page.

The Dome

Throughout August

The Dome is wrapping up its reopening debut summer with some incredible names in music. Break in your boots with country music from Cody Jinks (August 11), catch hip hop legends Cypress Hill & Atmosphere (August 13), and hear timeless bluegrass from Alison Krauss & Union Station (August 28), just to start. For a full list of performances, see The Dome’s website.

Funny Bone Comedy Club

Throughout August

Funny Bone Comedy Club is wrapping up a summer the only way it knows how — with nonstop laughs and with three nights of performances by popular comedian, Lavell Crawford (August 1 – August 3). For a full list of performances, refer to Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant’s event calendar.

Little Theatre of Virginia Beach

July 18 – August 10

Catch one of the closing performances of “The Producers” at the Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, a riotously funny and outrageously irreverent musical comedy by the legendary Mel Brooks. Follow the story of down-on-his-luck Broadway producer Max Bialystock and his timid accountant Leo Bloom, as they hatch a hilariously harebrained scheme to get rich by producing the biggest flop in history. Tickets start at $25.