By Neely Media Staff | September 2026
Event: Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend
Dates: September 25–27, 2026
Location: Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 1st–35th Streets
More Info: neptunefestival.com/events/boardwalk-weekend
The Virginia Beach Oceanfront is preparing for one of its biggest annual traditions as the Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend returns September 25–27, 2026.
The event brings together residents, visitors, artists, vendors, families, performers, and beachgoers for a weekend centered around music, art, food, sand sculptures, and community energy.
A Virginia Beach Tradition
For many in Hampton Roads, Neptune Festival is more than an event. It is one of the moments each year when the Oceanfront becomes a gathering place for the entire region. From families walking the boardwalk to artists showcasing their work, the festival continues to represent the beach culture and community pride that Virginia Beach is known for.
What to Expect at Neptune Festival 2026
Visitors can expect a full weekend of activity along the Oceanfront, including live entertainment, vendors, artisans, family-friendly experiences, sand sculptures, and the beachside atmosphere that has made the festival a long-running local favorite.
Supporting the Oceanfront Community
For local businesses, the weekend can also bring added visibility and foot traffic to the Oceanfront. For residents, it is a reminder that Virginia Beach is not only a destination for visitors, but also a shared community space that belongs to the people who live here year-round.
Neely Media encourages residents to support local vendors, enjoy the Oceanfront, and take part in one of Virginia Beach’s signature community events.
“Celebrating the beach life, local culture, and the community energy of Virginia Beach.”
