This weekend: Mardi Gras, watch parties and art!

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — From Mardi Gras to the Big Game, this weekend is jam packed with entertainment throughout Hampton Roads. Take a look at what’s happening Feb. 9-11.

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Norfolk

Panties In a Twist: The All Female Sketch Comedy Show

Saturday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. at The NorVa (Doors open at 6 p.m.)

The All Female Sketch Comedy Show is back. The show is written, directed and stars women. Push Comedy Theater said they have gathered the region’s finest and funniest female writers, actresses and comedians for this show. Tickets are available at the link here.

Lunch Lady Land

Saturday, Feb. 10 from noon to 6 p.m. at Smartmouth Beer, 1309 Raleigh Ave.

It’s time for Lunch Lady Land at the brewery. It’s a throwback afternoon and sure to make you think of the “glory days of grade school.” Enjoy local pop-ups serving cafeteria-inspired meals, enjoy music from local acts and check out the spelling bee. DJ T-Mobyle will play 1-3 p.m. followed by Soft Plan from 4-6 p.m. It features a can & draft release of Lunch Money Chocolate Milk Ale. Find out more at the link here.

Portsmouth

Black History Now: Art That Changes the World

Art is Revolutionary Exhibit

Wednesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum, 904 Elm Ave.

The exhibit explores the word of the area’s most groundbreaking artists, across generations and 150 years, from Missy Elliott to Ella Fitzgerald. It’s all about icons, innovators and trailblazers.

Art that changes the world: Nikkolas Smith

Saturday, Feb. 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Children’s Museum of Virginia, 221 High St.

Nikkolas Smith known as an “artivist” will be at the Museum sharing his journey of using art to make a difference in the world. Smith is a concept artist, children’s book author, film illustrator and move poster designer. He has worked on projects such as “Judas and the Black Messiah,” “Space Jam II,” “Black Panther” and more.

Immersive experiences of Black culture coming in February to Portsmouth

‘Market Gras‘ at the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market

Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market, 400 High St.

Louisiana is coming to Virginia in this Mardi Gras themed market. Wear your best Mardi Gras attire. Enjoy prizes, specials and giveaway for best costume of the day. Over 60 vendors will have something special with Valentine’s Day coming up! Find out more at the link here.

Virginia Beach

Paw-Di Gras

Saturday, Feb. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. at New Realm Brewing Co., 1209 Craft Ln.

Dress up the pups for Mardi Gras and join the party! The adoption event will have vendors, food and drink specials. Prizes will be awarded for most creative costumes. There will be a special Mardi Gras menu, dog vendors and more.

The Big Game Watch Party

Sunday, Feb. 11 from 6-10 p.m. at TIDES Coastal Kitchen

Time to watch the Big Game! Enjoy drink deals, big screens and game-day food specials from loaded nachos to BBQ pork sliders and more. Don’t miss the energy, food and beverages to take in the game and root for your favorite team! Click here to make reservations and check out the menu.

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