http://www.virginia.org Events for Chesapeake City (city) - updated weekly en-us Copyright: 2007(C) Virginia Tourism Corporation, http://www.vatc.org 3/23/2007 10:39:22 AM Chesapeake City (city) Events http://www.virginia.org/images/valogosmall.gif http://www.virginia.org http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41146 Join us April 14, 2007 for the Inaugural Dismal Swamp Stomp Half Marathon. The flat 13.1 mile couse will take runners on a spectacular journey through lush landscape and rich history. This out and back race is a USTAF certified and sanctioned course. The event is limited to 2,500 runners. $45-postmarked before Jan. 2, 2007 $50-postmarked Jan. 3 - Apr. 6, 2007 $55-on site at Expo Apr. 12-13, 2007 4/14/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41907 The Los Angeles Times has praised their “luxurious perfection.” We welcome back this GRAMMY Award-winning 12-man troupe from San Francisco. This time, as part of their “Love's Messenger” tour, the repertoire will include folk songs from the British Isles, popular songs and spirituals. The only full-time classical vocal ensemble in the United States, they call themselves an “Orchestra of Voices.” 4/29/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30798 Paddle on the Dismal Swamp Canal, adjacent to the Great Dismal Swamp, “a unique and mysterious place,” —surveyed by George Washington's survey company in 1763. Paddlers push off from Chesapeake's Dismal Swamp Canal Trail and navigate their own canoes or kayaks from Chesapeake, VA, to a destination joining other paddlers for a picnic lunch. 5/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=23359 Fireworks, food and 4-H are just some of the attractions at the Chesapeake Jubilee. For 24 years the festival has featured national and regional entertainment, a 4-H livestock show and sale and arts and crafts. We have one of the biggest array of traveling rides and games east of the Mississippi. Our Saturday fireworks show is considered one of the biggest and best in the area! 5/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25095 5/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=21172 Celebration features American Indian storytelling, traditional dancing, and demonstrations. Native jewelry, crafts, festival and Native American food vendors; from 10 am to 6 pm. This event is part of and is an official program of Jamestown 2007 – America's 400th Anniversary Celebration. Event is free to the public. 6/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25099 This weekend is full of fun activities and best of all, you don't need a fishing license to participate (this weekend only!) Chesapeake Parks and Recreation, Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries and the Pro's of Region 7 will host our Family Fishing Rodeo where you'll be given a chance to learn the secrets of the sport. Don't have a pole? Don't let that stop you. We have a few to lend out. 6/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=33552 The 9th Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival celebrating the music careers of the local legends: Norman, Willie, & Earl Phelps. They have starred on stage, screen, radio, & TV. Other local musicians will perform country, & blue grass music. Bring a lawn chair. (Rain date - June 17). This event is free to the public. Sponsored by Beahive Promotions & Chesapeake Park & Recreation. 6/10/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38615 This event will feature professional wakeboarders competing & performing extreme aerial demonstrations. Bring the family out for a day on the lake! FREE admission both days. Concessions available. Sponsored by the Chesapeake Parks & Recreation Department, Cutting Edge Water Sports & Malibu Boats. 6/23/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=33553 Come out and enjoy a great concert at 8:00 pm on the Buddy Bagley Stage by the Todi Summer Symphony with a grand Fireworks finale following the concert! FREE ADMISSION. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, You can purchase food at concessions for a picnic supper! This event is part of and is an official program of Jamestown 2007 – America's 400th Anniversary Celebration. 7/3/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=29788 Parade, entertainment, food, games and paddleboat rides at the beautiful Lakeside Park in Chesapeake. This event is part of and is an official program of Jamestown 2007 – America's 400th Anniversary Celebration. Event is FREE to the public. 7/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25104 The Chesapeake Horseshoe Club and the Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Department will host the Chesapeake Open Horseshoe Tournament. Saturday is the sanctioned tournament that features male and female champion pitchers from all over the East Coast. The Friday tournament is open to the public with the championship on Sunday. 7/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43295 FREE Bluegrass Mini Festival also includes a diverse lineup of tomorrow's musical legends on the Buddy Bagley Stage, featuring instrumental workshops, crafts and “down home” cookin”. Peter Rowan and Tony Rice Quartet headlines this event! 7/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38039 Virginia Caribbean Carnival a non-profit organization will be holding its 4th annual carnival in the City of Chesapeake. The event is aimed at drawing together all people of Caribbean descent across Virginia and to expose Virginia natives to the beauty and delicacy of the Caribbean culture. We will feature authentic Carnival costumes as well as indigenious foods and music from Caribbean vendors. 7/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43296 The summer sizzles at 8pm on the Bagley Stage with a FREE performance of bands offering the sounds of Swing. The Jim Newsome Quintet featuring Tommy Newsome, The Upper Willett Drive Band and the Check Five will all play great swing music! Come ready to dance! 8/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39885 The United States Cycling Federation categories available are Juniors 10–14, Juniors 15–18, Women's Open, Category 4, Category 5, and Professional 1, 2, 3. $3,249 dollars in prize money will be awarded to top finishers. The event will also feature a 1 lap Chesapeake Police Officer Race!This event is presented by Velo Racing Virginia and sponsored by the Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Department. On–site registration , or pre-register online. 8/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=22596 Enjoy the “Virginia Symphony Orchestra” & fireworks FREE on the “Buddy” Bagley Stage, Chesapeake City Park, in Chesapeake, VA. At 6:00 pm Tidewater Pipes & Drums with assistance of Sheriff's Pipe Band, opens the evening. Melodious patriotic sounds of our nation's birth and growth in recognition of the 400th birthday of the landing at Jamestown, can be heard at twilight. 9/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44039 No matter where your wedding will take place, your plans for a terrific wedding is now only one stop away. Two additional certificates will be given away to 2 lucky brides that is a four day, three night super inclusive resort honeymoon which includes your room, all the food you can eat and beverages you can drink, activities and tips to SuperClubs Breezes Bahamas or Jamaica! 9/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=22597 Bring your canine out to City Park for a dog-gone good time. The event features vendors, animal rescues, games, contests, demonstrations and more! Sponsored by Parks and Recreation and Chesapeake Humane Society. This event is FREE to the public. 10/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25110 Ride the terrifying train and see the haunts and ghouls of the haunted woods of Northwest River Park. Tickets go on sale, at all Chesapeake community centers, and Northwest River Park, or register online on September 16. (Reservations required) Tickets will be available, however limited, at Northwest River Park during train times on a space available basis. Train times to be announced. 10/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=22599 Celebrate awareness of and interest in our rural roots with heritage and fiber artisans, workshops, sheep dog and other demonstrations, competitions, children's activities, food and more. Live acoustic music all day, both days! Free parking and free admission; from 10 am—4 pm, both days. This event is part of and is an official program of Jamestown 2007 – America's 400th Anniversary Celebration. 11/3/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25112 Get your holiday shopping started early. Over 90 talented artisans display and sell their crafts at this traditional opening of the holiday shopping season in Chesapeake. FREE admission. Concessions will be available for purchase. 11/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=29789 Commemorate the victory at Great Bridge on December 9, 1775, with battle re-enactments, character portrayals, demonstrations and displays. This living history event is sponsored by Great Bridge and Chesapeake Chapters National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and Chesapeake Parks and Recreation. 9 am-4 pm both days. This event is part of and is an official program of Jamestown 2007 – America's 400th Anniversary Celebration. Event is FREE to the public. 12/1/2007