Things to do in Hampton Roads Oct. 9-13
The Hampton Roads region comes alive from Oct 9‑13 with a packed calendar of festivals, concerts, and stage productions that promise something for every taste.
Suffolk Peanut Festival opens Friday with free admission in the morning and a full day of family‑friendly fun at the Executive Airport in Suffolk. The 48th edition offers classic peanut‑centric treats, live entertainment and a special discount for military and first‑responders on Sunday.
Music lovers can head to the RnB Block Party on Saturday night at Scope arena, where DJ Esco spins the latest hits. Later in the week, the comedy classic Monty Python’s "Spamalot" takes the stage at Harrison Opera House, and Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue bring high‑energy New Orleans jazz to the Sandler Center in Virginia Beach.
Art enthusiasts will find plenty to explore at the Port Warwick Art and Sculpture Festival in Newport News. Over 90 artists display works across William Styron Square, accompanied by live performances, food stalls and family activities.
The theatrical spotlight shines on Celebrating Meat Loaf, a tribute to the late rocker featuring Andrew Polec and members of the Neverland Express, staged at the Ferguson Center for the Arts.