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Aug 2024 8

10 places to play pickleball in Virginia

By Aila Boyd | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Aila Boyd

From state-of-the-art indoor facilities to serene outdoor parks, here are 10 places to play pickleball in Virginia.

Jul 2024 31

August in Virginia: 16 can’t-miss festivals & events

By Aila Boyd | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Aila Boyd

Make the most of the dog days of summer by heading to one of these 16 can’t-miss Virginia festivals in August.

August in Virginia: 16 can’t-miss festivals & events

Jul 2024 30

Visit 7 rockin’ Virginia record and music stores

By Ava Edwards | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Ava Edwards

Virginia is for music lovers—and the commonwealth’s craving for vinyl is apparent in the many record stores throughout the state.

Jul 2024 25

7 Places To Rent A Paddleboard In Virginia Beach & Spend The Day On The Water

By Aila Boyd | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Aila Boyd

Explore the waters of Virginia Beach by renting a paddleboard or booking a tour from one of these seven places.

7 Places To Rent A Paddleboard In Virginia Beach & Spend The Day On The Water

Jul 2024 19

6 Virginia Stores to Support During Independent Retailers Month

By Ava Edwards | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Ava Edwards

July is Independent Retailers Month. These small businesses source products to sell at their brick-and-mortar locations—and surprise, Virginia has a ton of them! This month and beyond, make sure you show some love to your city’s local retailers.

Jul 2024 12

Much ado about plays: Where to see a Shakespeare performance in Virginia

By Amie Knowles | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Amie Knowles

If you’re looking for a fun spot to watch a William Shakespeare play in Virginia, you’ve got options—including a performance venue designed after the bard’s famous Globe Theatre.

Jul 2024 10

Cool off at these 7 must-visit Virginia waterparks

By Brendan Smith | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Brendan Smith

With summer in full swing, there’s more than likely a waterpark gem not too far from you. Sprinkled throughout Virginia, explore our top picks for ways to beat the heat this summer.

Jul 2024 10

VIDEO: Virginia’s most visited state parks

By Ava Edwards | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Ava Edwards

With the weather heating up, now is the perfect time to visit Virginia’s plethora of state parks. Here’s your one-stop guide for seven of the commonwealth’s most visited state parks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dogwood...