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Norfolk Harborfest Makes Grand Return to Downtown Norfolk Waterfront June 10-12

Media Contact: Jordan Lett

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 757-441-2345

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

 

Norfolk Harborfest Makes Grand Return to Downtown Norfolk Waterfront June 10-12

 

Date: Thursday, June 2, 2022

Website: bit.ly/Harborfest2022

 

Norfolk, VA – The 46th Annual Norfolk Harborfest: Music, Food & Maritime Festival makes its grand return to Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront Friday-Sunday, June 10-12, 2022.

 

America’s largest, longest-running, free maritime festival, Harborfest celebrates & encapsulates all of the unique elements that make Norfolk & Hampton Roads a historic maritime & Naval community. On both land and sea, thrilling activities and live music take center stage at Harborfest, including the annual Parade of Sail featuring tall ships, one of the largest fireworks shows on the East Coast, a mesmerizing drone show, interactive family games & activities, Navy exhibits and demonstrations, artisan foods & beverages, national & regional live entertainment, and much more.

 

The festival is FREE & open to the public. For more information, visit bit.ly/Harborfest2022.

 

FESTIVAL HOURS

 

Friday, June 10 – Noon-11pm (Parade of Sail at 12:00pm)

Saturday, June 11 – Noon-11pm (Fireworks at 9:30pm)

Sunday, June 12 – 10am-6pm

 

MUSIC LINEUP

 

Main Stage – Friday, June 10

3:15pm – U.S. Navy Rock Band

6:00pm – Blue Dogs

8:00pm – moe.

 

Main Stage – Saturday, June 11

3:15pm – Michael Clark Band

6:00pm – Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

8:15pm – The Bar-Kays present STAX SOUL REVUE

 

Main Stage – Sunday, June 12

2:00pm – The 502s

4:30pm – Moon Taxi

 

Boathouse Stage – Friday, June 10

2:45pm – Jim Newsom & The Cloudless Sky

4:45pm – Bennett Walker Wales

7:00pm – LittKeys

10:00pm – DJ CanRock

 

Boathouse Stage – Saturday, June 11

2:45pm – Paper Aliens

4:45pm – Jesse Chong Band

7:00pm – Fuzz Band

10:00pm – DJ CanRock

 

Boathouse Stage – Sunday, June 12

12:45pm – BJ Griffin Band

3:15pm – Wonderland

 

TALL SHIPS & THE PARADE OF SAIL

 

The spectacular Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, presented by WVEC 13 News Now and under the direction of the Virginia Pilots Association, will enter the Downtown Norfolk Harbor on Friday, June 10 at approximately noon. Following tradition, this impressive fleet will include tall ships, Navy ships, Public Safety vessels, character vessels, sleek power cruisers, sailing craft, antique and classic wooden boats, military vessels, tugs and more! Thousands of onlookers stationed at vantage points along the Elizabeth River will be able to witness this expansive fleet as it dances down the river towards Town Point Park.

 

The following is a list of visiting tall ships:

 

  • Godspeed, Jamestown, Virginia, LOA: 74”, Draft: 7’, Beam: 17’, Rig Height: 72’
  • Impossible Dream, LOA: 58’, Draft: 3.7’, Beam: 27’
  • Kalmar Nyckel, Wilmington, Delaware, LOA: 93’, Draft: 12’5”, Beam: 12’11”, Rig Height: 105’
  • American Rover, Norfolk, Virginia, LOA: 135’, Draft: 9’, Beam: 24’
  • Sultana, Chestertown, Maryland, LOA: 97’, Draft: 8’, Beam: 17’, Rig Height: 72’
  • Susan Constant, Jamestown, Virginia, LOA: 96’, Draft: 11’6”, Beam: 24’10”, Rig Height: 95’
  • Schooner Virginia, Norfolk, Virginia, LOA: 121’10”, Draft: 12’3”, Beam: 24’, Rig Height: 112’
  • USS Bulkeley DDG-84, Norfolk, Virginia, LOA: 509’6”, Draft: 31’, Beam: 59’
  • USS Wisconsin: The USS Wisconsin is an Iowa-class battleship located steps away from Town Point Park in Wisky Basin at Nauticus. She will be open for tours throughout the weekend.

 

Ships will be open for public tours from approximately 3pm to 6pm on Friday, June 10 and from noon to 6pm on Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12. Ship tours are free & open to the public. Visitors are requested to wear flat shoes and be able to manage walking up and down access ramps and ladders. Strollers must be left on the dock.  Strollers are not permitted on board the ship. Entry and Exit Ramps are not equipped to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers, or other types of mobility equipment requiring a flat and solid surface or hard hand rails (aside from the Impossible Dream).

 

For boaters, all docking on the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront is on a reservation basis only. Docking in the Hospital Point Anchorage in the Elizabeth River across from Town Point Park will be free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Personal watercrafts are permitted to follow the Parade of Sail into the Downtown Norfolk Harbor under the direction of U.S. Coast Guard.

 

WATER EVENTS

 

Friday, June 10

12:00pm – Parade of Sail presented by WVEC 13 News Now

1:30pm – Emergency Response Vessel Boat Demo

2:00pm – United States Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo

3:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships

9:30pm – Drone Show

 

Saturday, June 11

12:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships

12:00pm – Sail Nauticus Middle School Academy Graduation Celebration Sail

1:30pm – United States Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo

4:30pm – Tug Muster

9:30pm – Fireworks Show presented by WAVY TV 10

 

Sunday, June 12

12:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships

12:30pm – Sail Nauticus Membership Sail About

2:00pm – Parade of Build-A-Boats (on land)

2:30pm – Ultimate Build-A-Boat Race

 

NEW! Norfolk Harborfest Choreographed Drone Show

Produced by Great Lakes Drone Company from Watervliet, Michigan, the Harborfest Drone Show is the first to take place in the region.  Be prepared as the sky is filled with the highest quality imagery, data and cutting-edge UAV technology synchronized to a nautical musical playlist.  The show is scheduled for Friday night at 9:30 pm and will be performed over the Elizabeth River.

 

Norfolk Harborfest Fireworks Spectacular

The Norfolk Harborfest Fireworks Spectacular, presented by WAVY TV 10 and produced by Pyro Shows of Tennessee, is one of the largest waterfront pyrotechnics shows on the East Coast. Be prepared for the unexpected as the sky is filled with an explosive display of light synchronized to a booming musical score throughout Town Point Park. The Fireworks show is scheduled for Saturday night at 9:30 pm and will be fired from a floating platform on the Elizabeth River.

 

Ultimate Build-A-Boat Contest & Race

The very popular and zany Ultimate Build-A-Boat Challenge begins on Saturday, June 11, when teams construct boats from scratch in various engineering and decorative designs in the hope that their design will survive the test of Sunday’s Ultimate Build-A- Boat Race Sunday, June 12 at 2:30pm, the competing teams place their boats, and boating skills to the test with an all-out race to the finish line!  This nail-biting event is one not to be missed!

 

LAND EVENTS

 

NEW! Rock N Roll Roller Skating Rink

New this year at Harborfest is the outdoor Rock N Roll Roller Skating Rink! Lace up your skates and relive the golden days of the 80s & 90s at this new festival feature. Participants will skate to tunes provided by our skating rink DJ in a unique throwback atmosphere with neon lights and electrifying special effects.

 

NEW! Wacky Chad

Wacky Chad’s award winning pogo stick skills, charmingly funny jokes and antics got him on America’s Got Talent (Twice!), and a performance at the Superbowl. For more than a decade, he has made thousands of people laugh at schools, fairs, festivals, theaters, colleges, and universities all over the world. He has been voted as a fan favorite for his mix of hilarious standup comedy, unusual tricks and stunts.

 

NEW! Chip & Sip in partnership with Splash City Golf

Make a splash at this unique pop-up driving range in Town Point Park! Participants will take aim at a floating green in the Elizabeth River with golf balls that are made from recycled oyster shells. Chip & Sip is produced in partnership with Splash City Golf out of Baltimore, Maryland.

 

NEW! Cate Great

Having delighted audiences in over 10 countries and performed in 6 languages, this family show is loved around the world. With the zest and sweetness of a pineapple, grace of a dolphin, and jokes as great as your Dad’s, Sara Kuns, Cate Great will whisk you away to the best vacation/most thrilling circus show you have ever experienced. You’ve never seen a hula-hoop show like this before.

 

NEW! Aqua Performance Group

Watch as the curtains open to reveal an ancient spirit of the deep, a creature thought to exist only in the shimmering mirage of the open ocean – mermaids! Spotted by sailors for thousands of years in the breaking waves of their ships, one of these illusive beauties will be brought to you from the far corners of the earth. Hear about their stories of bravery, learn about protecting their oceans, and witness for yourself a real mermaid! Photo opportunities will be available throughout the day.

 

NEW! The Butterfly Encounter

The Butterfly Encounter is a live walk-through exhibit that houses multiple butterflies where you can interact, feed and learn about them and why they are so important.  A great activity for all ages, the exhibit was designed for wheelchair and stroller accessibility.

 

NEW! Sensory Comfort Zone in partnership with KultureCity

New this year, the festival that is designed to overwhelm the senses will be more sensory friendly to those guests who may need a break from all of the activity. Festevents has partnered with national experts KultureCity and will have on-site KultureCity’s mobile outreach unit “SAVE”.  Their sensory activation vehicle, S.A.V.E for short, is designed to bring a mobile sensory experience to any event that lacks a physical space for a dedicated sensory room. From outdoor events like concerts & baseball games to large festivals such as Norfolk Harborfest, the S.A.V.E ensures that all guests can be included. The Sensory Comfort Zone will also be more than just the S.A.V.E trailer. Festevents will also be providing a fenced-in area with a tent, chairs, tables, and an accessible restroom unit adjacent to the trailer for those wanting a break from the noise, action, and crowds. The area will be staffed and be designated for families with special needs. Those with seniors may also take a break. Forgot your child’s headphones when running out the door, we will have a backup pair for you! Need a spot to stop and fidget, we can be your safe space!

 

NEW! Elizabeth River Project’s Dominion Energy Learning Barge

Called “The world’s greenest vessel,” the Learning Barge is powered by sun and wind, and features a live wetland on board. Guests can move through six learning stations to investigate first-hand how to prepare for Norfolk’s extraordinary sea level rise and other changing climate conditions.

 

Ultraviolet Body Marbling

Under production of Black Lights Visuals, festival goers will have the opportunity to transform their skin and apparel into glowing works of art by utilizing Hydrodynamics!

 

The Defiant Crew Pirate School

Craft yourself the appropriate swashbuckling attire at the Pirate Bandana Tent and then set sail into a class at the Defiant Crew Pirate School where you will learn how to live the shipshape pirate’s life … Yo Ho Yo Ho a pirate’s life for me.

 

Radio Harborfest

Broadcasting live at Norfolk Harborfest, local radio celebrity Paul Shugrue of WHRV hosts “Radio Harborfest”, keeping you updated on the latest festival happenings including weather, traffic, entertainment and anything else Norfolk Harborfest throughout the weekend.

 

Nauticus

Nauticus is a maritime discovery center located along the waterfront in downtown Norfolk offering a unique form of experiential learning for all ages. Through interactive exhibits and STEM to STERN programming, Nauticus uses the museum, Battleship Wisconsin, sailing center, and Schooner Virginia to tell the story of the maritime environment, industry, and the military. For more information, visit Nautics.org.

 

Waterside District

Waterside District features the best of national, regional and local restaurants, offers live music, and more. Located in the heart of the central business district and adjacent to the City of Norfolk’s world-class waterfront and festival site, Waterside District is a central gathering place for local residents and visitors and serves as the official afterparty destination for Harborfest. For more information, visit WatersideDistrict.com.

 

FOOD & BEVERAGE

 

The Tastes of Harborfest

Sample a wide variety of world cuisines at Harborfest! This year’s food vendors (listed alphabetically) include: Ben & Jerry’s (Ice Cream), Cast Iron (Southern Provisions), Chan’s (Chicken on a Stick), Cinnaroast (Roasted Nuts), Deep Fried (Funnel Cake, Roasted Corn & Lemonade), Granby Bistro (Kabobs & Gyros), Hammerheads (Bourbon Chicken, Beignets & Shrimp n’ Grits), Hawaiian Sno (Italian Ice), Island Noodles (Asian Style Noodles), J&R Concessions (American Cuisine), Jadean’s Smokin’ BBQ (Brisket & Smoked Chicken), Jungle Juice (Smoothies), Latin 2 Soul (Latin Cuisine), Macbrand (Sandwiches & Cheesesteaks), Norfolk Catering Company (Gyros & Greek Salads), Old Style Foods (Lemonade & Roasted Corn), Plaza Del Sol (Street Tacos), Pollard’s (Fried Chicken & Gizzards), Real Cajun Cookin’ (Jambalaya & Gumbo), Rita’s (Italian Ice), Sausage King (Polish & Italian Sausages), Sherri’s (Crabcakes), Spuds (Cheesesteaks & Bloomin’ Onion), Strawberry Street (Nashville Hot Chicken), Veggie Soul Planet (Seafood), Yolees’ G-Dawgz (Hot Dogs).

 

Virginia Craft Beer & Wine Garden

Located in TowneBank Fountain Park next to Waterside District, the Virginia Craft Beer & Wine Garden showcases a wide variety of Made-In-Virginia beer and wine. Relax in the garden & enjoy your beverage while enjoying live music from the Boathouse Stage.

 

NEW! COVA Brewing Company Parade of Sails Pilsner

Norfolk Festevents and COVA Brewing Company have collaborated to create the Parade of Sails Pilsner, a handcrafted beer honoring the tradition and history of Norfolk Harborfest. The Parade of Sails Pilsner will be available for purchase on-site, as well as at COVA’s brewery. In addition, Festevents & COVA will be hosting an official Harborfest kickoff party on Friday, June 4, from 5pm to 10pm at COVA Brewing Company in East Beach area of Ocean View. Guests can enjoy live music and grab their first taste of the Parade of Sails Pilsner.

 

NEW! Mane Events Craft Cocktails

In partnership with Mane Events VA, a mobile beverage company operating out of a renovated vintage horse trailer, this year’s Norfolk Harborfest will feature a unique craft cocktail experience. Mane Events VA will be serving up maritime-themed cocktails and refreshments.

 

SHOPPING

 

The Harborfest Marketplace

Experience a shopping experience unlike any other, as dozens of local and regional artisans, retailers, crafters, designers, and artists make up the Harborfest Marketplace. This year’s marketplace (listed alphabetically) includes: All Biz (Women’s Apparel), Ashwear (Women’s Apparel), Bright Delights (BBQ Sauces), Chesapeake Jewelers (Jewelry), Coastin’ (Apparel), Emerson’s (Cigars), Exclusively Coastal (Coastal Gifts & Home Décor), Fisk Skinz (Aquatic Apparel), Illuminating Sensations (Jewelry), Kaman’s Art Shoppes (Caricature Drawings), M&M Links (Jewelry), McCollum (Hats), NFK Currents (Norfolk Apparel), Plank (Eyewear), Secret Springs Studio (Recycled Aluminum Jewelry), The Ship’s Hold (Paintings), Soco Swings (Swinging Chairs), Sunshine Handicrafts (Native Apparel), Trails & Shores (Virginia-Inspired Apparel), True Honey Teas (Locally-Made Tea & Honey), and Voiajer (Metal Art).

 

Harborfest Gift Shop

Norfolk Harborfest souvenir merchandise is available at all on-site Festival Gift Shops. The Norfolk Harborfest merchandise line, designed by Peacefrogs, offers a variety of pieces designed to suit a variety of tastes. From official t-shirts to warm fleece for cool evenings, the Norfolk Harborfest retail line offers visitors a high level of comfort and quality as well as the chance to bring a piece of Norfolk Harborfest home. The official 2022 Norfolk Harborfest poster will also be available for purchase at the Harborfest Gift Shop.

 

OFFICIAL POSTER

 

The official 2022 Norfolk Harborfest poster features a custom glass piece designed by local glass artist Luke Stone and photographed by local photographer Echard Wheeler. The glass ship was handblown by Stone over the course of a few months at the Chrysler Art Sudio. Luke Stone will be on-site at the festival, showcasing the original glass artwork, as well as additional handcrafted glass pieces for sale.

 

 

About The Artist

Luke Stone is an artist and maker that grew up in many spaces, perhaps for this reason he is fascinated by the journey, process and narrative arch. Mr. Stone began his artistic training and research at the Toledo Museum of Art, the home of the studio glass movement. While enrolled in their intensive programs he practiced photography, metals and found a passion for working with glass. He received a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University’s Craft and Material studies Department with a concentration in glass and metalsmithing. In his craft practice he is investigating the merger of sculptural flame-worked glass into functional objects, with a focus on creating fantasy inspired creatures from folklore. His work can be found in galleries and tobacconists on the East coast and the Midwest. Currently Luke is an instructor at the Governor’s School for the Arts where he is one of the lead glass instructors and is expanding his post-bach research in his own studio.

 

FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

 

Friday, June 10

12:00pm – Norfolk Harborfest Opens

10:00am-5:00pm – Nauticus open for tours

11:00am-2:00am – Waterside District open

12:00pm – Parade of Sail presented by WVEC 13 News Now, Elizabeth River

12:00pm-6:00pm – Meet Blackbeard the Pirate

12:00pm-7:00pm – Ultraviolet Body Marbling

12:00pm-8:00pm – Funny Faces by Julie Face Painting

12:00pm-8:00pm – The Immersive Butterfly Encounter

12:00pm-8:00pm – Pirate Bandana Make & Take with Chrystal

12:00pm-8:00pm – 360 Party Photo Booth

12:00pm-9:00pm – Meet the Pirates of the Defiant Crewe

12:00pm-10:00pm – Rock N Roll Roller Skating Rink

12:00pm-11:00pm – Meet the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

12:00pm-11:00pm – Sensory Comfort Zone in partnership with KultureCity

1:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

1:00pm-6:00pm – Elizabeth River Project’s Dominion Energy Learning Barge

1:30pm – Emergency Response Vessel Boat Demo, Elizabeth River

2:00pm – United States Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo, Elizabeth River

2:30pm – Wacky Chad Performance, Mercury Landing Stage

2:30pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

2:30pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

2:45pm – Jim Newsom & The Cloudless Sky, Boathouse Stage

3:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships, Elizabeth River

3:00pm-8:00pm – Chip & Sip in partnership with Splash City Golf (*temporarily closes for maritime events)

3:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

3:15pm – U.S. Navy Rock Band, Main Stage

3:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

4:00pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

4:30pm – Wacky Chad Performance, Mercury Landing Stage

4:45pm – Bennett Walker Wales, Boathouse Stage

5:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

5:00pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

5:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

6:00pm – Blue Dogs, Main Stage

6:00pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

7:00pm – LittKeys, Boathouse Stage

7:00pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

7:15pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

7:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

8:00pm – moe., Main Stage

9:00pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

9:30pm – Drone Show, Elizabeth River

10:00pm – DJ CanRock, Boathouse Stage

11:00pm – Harborfest Closes

 

Saturday, June 11

12:00pm – Harborfest Opens

10:00am-5:00pm – Nauticus open for tours

11:00am-2:00am – Waterside District open

12:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships, Elizabeth River

12:00pm-6:00pm – Meet Blackbeard the Pirate

12:00pm-6:00pm – Elizabeth River Project’s Dominion Energy Learning Barge

12:00pm-7:00pm – Ultraviolet Body Marbling

12:00pm-8:00pm – Chip & Sip in partnership with Splash City Golf (*temporarily closes for maritime events)

12:00pm-8:00pm – Funny Faces by Julie Face Painting

12:00pm-8:00pm – The Immersive Butterfly Encounter

12:00pm-8:00pm – Pirate Bandana Make & Take with Chrystal

12:00pm-8:00pm – 360 Party Photo Booth

12:00pm-9:00pm – Meet the Pirates of the Defiant Crewe

12:00pm-10:00pm – Rock N Roll Roller Skating Rink

12:00pm-11:00pm – Meet the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

12:00pm-11:00pm – Sensory Comfort Zone in partnership with KultureCity

12:00pm – Sail Nauticus Middle School Academy Graduation Celebration Sail, Elizabeth River

12:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

1:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

1:30pm – United States Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo, Elizabeth River

2:00pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

2:30pm – Wacky Chad Show, Mercury Landing Stage

2:30pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

2:45pm – Paper Aliens, Boathouse Stage

3:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

3:15pm – Michael Clark Band, Main Stage

3:30pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

3:30pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

4:00pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

4:30pm – Tug Muster, Elizabeth River

4:45pm – Jesse Chong Band, Boathouse Stage

5:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

5:00pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

5:30pm – Wacky Chad Show, Mercury Landing Stage

6:00pm – Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience, Main Stage

6:00pm – Meet & Greet with Blackbeard the Pirate

6:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

7:00pm – Fuzz Band, Boathouse Stage

7:00pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

7:15pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

7:45pm – Wacky Chad Show, Mercury Landing Stage

8:15pm – The Bar-Kays present STAX SOUL REVUE, Main Stage

9:00pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

9:30pm – Fireworks Show presented by WAVY TV 10, Elizabeth River

10:00pm – DJ CanRock, Boathouse Stage

11:00pm – Harborfest Closes

 

Sunday, June 12

10:00am – Harborfest Opens

10:00am-12:00pm – Sunday Family Fun Day

10:00am-6:00pm – Sensory Comfort Zone in partnership with KultureCity

10:00am-6:00pm – Chip & Sip in partnership with Splash City Golf (*temporarily closes for maritime events)

11:00am-11:00pm – Waterside District open

11:00am-6:00pm – Meet the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

12:00pm-5:00pm – Nauticus open for tours

12:00pm-6:00pm – Public Visitation aboard Tall Ships, Elizabeth River

12:00pm-6:00pm – Funny Faces by Julie Face Painting

12:00pm-6:00pm – Pirate Bandana Make & Take with Chrystal

12:00pm-6:00pm – 360 Party Photo Booth

12:00pm-6:00pm – Ultraviolet Body Marbling

12:00pm-6:00pm – Meet Blackbeard the Pirate

12:00pm-6:00pm – Elizabeth River Project’s Dominion Energy Learning Barge

12:00pm-6:00pm – The Immersive Butterfly Encounter

12:00pm-6:00pm – Meet the Pirates of the Defiant Crewe

12:00pm-6:00pm – Rock N Roll Roller Skating Rink

12:00pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

12:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

12:30pm – Sail Nauticus Membership Sail About, Elizabeth River

12:45pm – BJ Griffin Band, Boathouse Stage

1:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

1:30pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

2:00pm – The 502s, Main Stage

2:00pm – Parade of Build-A-Boats (on land)

2:00pm – Meet & Great with Blackbeard the Pirate

2:00pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

2:30pm – Ultimate Build-A-Boat Race, Elizabeth River

3:00pm – The Defiant Crewe Pirates School

3:00pm – Meet & Great with Blackbeard the Pirate

3:15pm – Wonderland, Boathouse Stage

3:30pm – Wacky Chad Show, Mercury Landing Stage

4:00pm – Aqua Performance by the Real Magical Norfolk Mermaids

4:00pm – Meet & Great with Blackbeard the Pirate

4:30pm – Moon Taxi, Main Stage

4:30pm – Cate Great Show, Mercury Landing Stage

4:30pm – Show & Tell with the Elizabeth River Project

5:15pm – Wacky Chad, Mercury Landing Stage

6:00pm – Harborfest Closes

 

Visit Festevents.org or call 757-441-2345 for regular updates on the 2022 Norfolk Harborfest.

 

The 2022 Norfolk Harborfest is sponsored by the City of Norfolk, Virginia Is For Lovers, Southern Auto Group, Waterside District, Nauticus, Pepsi, CFE Equipment, Optima Health, Cativa CBD, Customer Magnetism, TFC Recycling, Royal Realty, Lidl, Zyn, Old Dominion University, Miller Lite, Yuengling, Hornblower Cruises & Events, WVEC 13 News Now, WAVY TV 10, 96X, 92.9 The Wave, 106.9 The Fox, and Rover Cruises.

 

For more information on Norfolk Festevents’ 2022 Season of Events, visit Festevents.org.

 

Norfolk Festevents, Ltd., based in Norfolk, Virginia, is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating the most dynamic urban waterfront community in America through innovative programming and imaginative uses of its historic waterfront spaces. Norfolk Festevents has garnered international acclaim for its advocacy for public access to waterfronts, outstanding quality programming and development of public spaces, transforming Norfolk into one of the most progressive, fun, and livable waterfront communities in the country. Residents, workers, and visitors to Norfolk and Hampton Roads are invited to experience all the fun and excitement of the 2022 season, which marks Norfolk Festevents’ 40th Anniversary Season!

 

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