Things to Do in Norfolk & Ghent – March 2026
Looking for things to do in Norfolk & Ghent this month?
Explore our local events guide featuring community events, arts, festivals, and neighborhood happenings.
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March is when Ghent and Norfolk start to wake up for spring. The days get a little longer, the calendar gets a little fuller, and it becomes easier to plan something fun—whether that’s a community gathering, a cultural outing, or a simple excuse to get outside and explore the neighborhood. If you’re looking for what’s happening this month, here’s your guide to March in and around Ghent.
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Explore Norfolk →Plan Your Weekend
Here are the top highlights pulled from this month’s calendar.
This Weekend in Ghent
A few can’t-miss highlights to help you plan your weekend.
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March 2026 Events
Chronological, easy-to-scan, and built for weekend planning.
Sunday, March 1
Norfolk Flea Market
Waterside District
Monday, March 2
Tuesday, March 3
Babygarten
Van Wyck Library
Wednesday, March 4
Giselle — Grand Kyiv Ballet
Attucks Theatre
Thursday, March 5
BalletX — Virginia Arts Festival
Chrysler Hall
Friday, March 6
Shamrockin’ in Ghent
Colley Ave (Ghent)
Saturday, March 7
GNL Community Cleanup
Warren Crescent & Mill Ave
Kokedama Garden Workshop
Fred Heutte Garden
Sunday, March 8
Joshua Bell & Academy of St Martin in the Fields
Sandler Center (VAF)
Monday, March 9
Neighborhood Pick
Walk the Elizabeth River Trail
Elizabeth River Trail
A beautiful way to get to know Norfolk’s waterfront—perfect for a reset walk.
Trail map →Tuesday, March 10
Neighborhood Pick
Visit the Chrysler Museum of Art
Chrysler Museum of Art
Glass, painting, and rotating exhibitions—an easy weekday win near Ghent.
Museum info →Wednesday, March 11
Computer & Internet Basics
Van Wyck Library
Thursday, March 12
Sérgio & Odair Assad — Farewell Tour
Norfolk Academy (VAF)
Friday, March 13
Free Fred Talk — Dr. Laurie Fox
Fred Heutte Garden
Saturday, March 14
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Ocean View
Second Saturday Art Pop-Up
Chrysler Museum of Art
Sunday, March 15
Neighborhood Pick
Stroll Through Stockley Gardens Park
Stockley Gardens Park
A classic Ghent green space—great for a reset walk, people-watching, and spring sunshine.
Park info →Monday, March 16
Neighborhood Pick
Watch Glassblowing at Perry Glass Studio
Perry Glass Studio
Catch live glassmaking and see the artistry up close.
Studio details →Tuesday, March 17
Neighborhood Pick
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ghent
Colley Ave & Ghent spots
A fun excuse to enjoy neighborhood energy, local pubs, and festive bites.
Explore Ghent →Wednesday, March 18
GNL Membership Meeting
Fred Heutte Garden
Thursday, March 19
Jonathan Richman — Live
Attucks Theatre
Friday, March 20
GNL Social
Press 626 Wine Bar
Firebird — Dance Theatre of Harlem
Chrysler Hall
Saturday, March 21
Once Upon a Garden — All About Meadows
Fred Heutte Garden
Blake Aaron — Church Street Jazz Series
Attucks Theatre
Firebird — Dance Theatre of Harlem
Chrysler Hall
Sunday, March 22
Firebird — Matinee
Chrysler Hall
Hot Glass Experience
Perry Glass Studio
Monday, March 23
Neighborhood Pick
Explore the NEON District Murals
NEON District
A quick, colorful walk with murals, galleries, and creative energy.
NEON guide →Tuesday, March 24
Neighborhood Pick
Visit the Pagoda & Oriental Garden
Freemason (near Ghent)
A peaceful waterfront spot that feels like a mini escape.
Pagoda info →Wednesday, March 25
Thursday, March 26
Neighborhood Pick
Explore Waterside District
Waterside District
Waterfront dining, nightlife, and views of the Elizabeth River.
Waterside info →Friday, March 27
Norfolk Tides Home Opener
Harbor Park
Saturday, March 28
The Emperor’s New Moves
Attucks Theatre
Sunday, March 29
All Things Equal: RBG
Attucks Theatre
Monday, March 30
Neighborhood Pick
Grab Coffee & Walk Through Historic Ghent
Ghent
A simple, lovely way to experience the neighborhood: architecture, sidewalks, and spring light.
Ghent guide →Tuesday, March 31
Ongoing in March
Looking ahead? See my guide to April events in Norfolk and Ghent →
Coming Soon
Big events around Ghent & Norfolk you’ll want on your radar.
Apr 24–25, 2026
Fred Fair — Spring Plant Sale
Fred Heutte Garden
Plants, community, and garden goodness—plus a great reason to bring a friend.
Details →May 2–3, 2026
Town Point Virginia Wine Festival
Town Point Park
A waterfront weekend of Virginia wineries, music, and spring energy downtown.
Details →May 16–17, 2026
Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival
Stockley Gardens Park
One of Norfolk’s biggest draws—artists, food, music, and thousands of visitors in Ghent.
Details →April 2026
Norfolk NATO Festival
Downtown Norfolk
Parade of Nations, International Tattoo, and major citywide events.
Details →next month / last month / Let’s Ghent Together