Taste of Suffolk, Oktoberfest, shrimp fest and more: What’s happening in the Hampton Roads region

Rekaya Gibson, The Virginian-Pilot
·3 min read

Our picks for what’s happening in the Hampton Roads region:

Let’s party

Virginia CaribFest is back for its 18th year to celebrate the West Indian carnival culture. Festivities include a parade, food and musical performances by Patrice Roberts, Lyrikal, Adam O and more. Join the fun.

Noon to 10 p.m. Sept. 9. Town Point Park, 113 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. 877-822-2764. Tickets start at $40. Visit virginiacaribfest.com.

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Beer fest

It’s that time of year for Oktoberfest. Enjoy beer specials all day. Grab some grub at the Deutscher Imbiss food truck and listen to music by Miles Hoyle of The Fighting Jamesons.

1 to 10 p.m. Sept. 9. Tradition Brewing Co., 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. 757-592-9393.Visit fb.me/e/Zjb2Ol5w.

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It’s not over yet

“Endless Summer” fun is taking place in Virginia Beach. It includes a rubber ducky pool party, bounce houses, dance competitions and more. The day isn’t complete without food and a watermelon-eating contest.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 9. Bow Creek Recreation Center, 3427 Club House Road. 757-385-5960. Free. Visit fb.me/e/422bQOGZg.

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Taste no time

Don’t miss the Taste of Suffolk. More than 15 eateries will be participating such as Rennee’s Restaurant & Lounge, Totoy’s and The Pink Box. The Wall Street Café will be sponsoring the Heat and Sweet eating contests throughout the day. The after-party takes place at the Courthouse Fountain Park Beer Garden and lasts until 8 p.m.

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 9. North Main Street. 757-514-7250. Visit tasteofsuffolkva.com.

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Good eatin’

The 43rd Sandbridge Pig Pickin’ will keep bellies full and the music pumping by The Hotcakes Band. The menu consists of barbecue and fried chicken with sides and soft drinks. Top it off with beer, wine and ice cream. Proceeds benefit the Sandbridge Volunteer Rescue Squad.

1 to 5 p.m. Sept. 9. Little Island Park, 3820 Sandpiper Road, Virginia Beach. 757-438-9171. Tickets start at $50; $25 for children ages 11 to 18; free 10 and under. Visit sandbridgeboosters.com.

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Other events to explore

Food Pantry: Noon to 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Faith House of Refuge Ministries, 4676 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. 757-499-7990. While supplies last.

Afternoon Tea in The Raleigh Room: 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, 4200 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. 757-425-8555. Tickets start at $35. Visit cavalierresortvb.com/event/afternoon-tea.

Girl’s Kitchen Party: 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 7. Kitchen Kuriosities, 613B E. Main St., Elizabeth City, North Carolina. 252-310-0311. Visit fb.me/e/XhUqONOP.

Kiwanis Shrimp Fest: 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 9. Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg. 757-564-8033. Tickets start at $20. Visit williamsburgkiwanis.org/event/2023-shrimp-feast.

India Fest: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 9. Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St., Virginia Beach. 757-609-0016.Visit Aihr.org.

Rekaya Gibson, 757-295-8809, rekaya.gibson@virginiamedia.com; on Twitter, @gibsonrekaya