51st Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
Sep 26 2025 - 10:00am to Sep 28 2025 - 10:00pm
In 2025, the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival celebrates its 51st anniversary! Each year, this festival attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees with its diverse array of activities. Daily concerts, featuring over 20 performances by local, regional, and national artists, take place on multiple stages along more than 30 blocks of the boardwalk.
The boardwalk also hosts an Art & Craft Show with over 200 artisans showcasing handmade creations. Additionally, you can marvel at 22 stunning sand sculptures crafted by world-renowned international artists at Neptune’s International Sandsculpting Championship. Other weekend highlights include Neptune’s 8k Race, Grand Parade, Volleyball Tournament, Atlantic Regatta, Youth Art Show, and more! Make sure to check the schedule for all the Boardwalk Weekend events.
50th Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
When: September 26th-28th, 2025
Where: Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Between 1st – 33rd Streets