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3 Things to Do: March 27 - April 2

Monarch Butterfly
Posted at 8:12 AM, Mar 28, 2023
and last updated 2023-03-31 08:09:31-04

Hamilton
The world-renowned and multi-award-winning Broadway show, Hamilton, arrives in Norfolk this week! Hamilton opens at Chrysler Hall Tuesday, March 28 and will have several days in a row before closing April 9. You'll want to secure your ticket quickly, as several shows have already sold out. There is a lottery system in place for the chance to win seats for as low as $10.

Norfolk Admirals vs. Newfoundland Growlers

Teetotalers and Moonshiners, and Hampton's Prohibition Story
A new exhibit that dives into the Prohibition Era has opened at the Hampton History Museum. It's called Teetotalers and Moonshiners, and Hampton's Prohibition Story. It was curated to explore Virginia's complex relationship with alcohol throughout the years. The museum is open seven days a week and admission is $5.

Red Wing Park's Cherry Blossom Festival
Time is running out to see the iconic Japanese cherry blossoms in full bloom! You can check them out at Red Wing Park in Virginia Beach. The park's cherry blossom festival began over the weekend and runs until Sunday, April 2. The festival will also feature garden tours, cultural performances and more.

Broadway ROCKS!
This weekend, the sounds of Broadway are traveling to the seven cities. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra is performing iconic hits in their "Broadway ROCKS!" performance. Hear songs from shows like Hairspray, Rent, and Phantom of the Opera. You can see the orchestra in Newport News at the Ferguson Center Friday, March 31 and in Virginia Beach at the Sandler Center for Performing Arts on Saturday.

Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market
This Saturday is April 1, which means Olde Towne in Portsmouth is hosting its monthly antique and flea market! Rain or shine, there will be more than 70 vendors on site selling everything from furniture to instruments to handmade crafts. It's happening Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it's free to attend.

Easter Egg Hunt in the Trees
How about celebrating Easter a few weeks early this year with an Easter egg hunt in the trees?! The Adventure Park in Virginia Beach begins the special event this Friday, March 31. You and the family can search for eggs while traveling through a high ropes course. Tickets for adults cost $59.

Spring Festival
Now that spring has sprung, the City of Suffolk is looking to celebrate. This Saturday, April 1, they are hosting a spring festival at Bennett's Pasture Shops from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be food trucks, crafts, a petting farm and the Easter bunny, who will make an appearance at noon.