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  1. Black Sheep Airsoft
    Indoor airsoft. Ages 12+
    2850 Airline Boulevard Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
    757-414-6106
  2. Children’s Museum of Virginia
    Hands On Exhibits, Classes and Events. Birthday Parties and Summer Camps and Homeschool Programs.
    221 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 393-5258
  3. First Events Olde Town Portsmouth
    The first weekend of each month in Olde Town Portsmouth. Events and activities include Arts to Antiques Flea Market, free museum admission, exhibit openings and art afternoons, and more.
    High Street between Effingham Street and the riverfront, Portsmouth, VA
  4. Hampton Roads Chess Association
    The Hampton Roads Chess Association (HRCA) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to bringing the benefits of chess to people of all ages and abilities across our region. Serving youth and adult competitive chess players, schools, the handicapped, the elderly, veterans, and Scouts. Ongoing chess programs, instruction, groups and Summer camps available.
    Hampton Roads, VA
    757-472-5909
  5. Hampton Roads Nature Club
    Family Nature Clubs worldwide are dedicated to helping people get time in nature back on the family calendar by providing regular opportunities to engage in hikes, paddles, camping trips and other fun outdoor family activities.
    Portsmouth, VA Norfolk, VA Virginia Beach, VA
  6. Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve
    Hiking trails and kayaking. Children's programs as scheduled. Free admission. Birthday Parties available.
    4510 Twin Pines Rd Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 686-8684
  7. LeMans Karting
    Hi-Speed Go Karts, Axe Throwing Laser Tag, Arcade, Meeting/Event Center. Birthday parties and special event venue.
    2882 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth, VA 23701
    (757) 606-1776
  8. LIGHTSHIP PORTSMOUTH
    This lightship turned museum is fitted out realistically and filled with artifacts, uniforms, photographs, models, and more.
    Water and London streets on the Waterfront Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 393-8591
  9. P&G Kids
    Our Homeschool Hangouts/Camps and Kids Night Out programs are always focused on social time for the kids and alone time for the parents. Interactive and imaginative play. DIY Projects.
  10. PaddleWheel Ferry
    Ride the paddlewheel ferry between North Landing and High Street in Portsmouth and Harbor Park in Downtown Norfolk.
    Downtown Portsmouth and Norfolk, VA
    (757) 222-6100
  11. Paradise Creek Nature Park
    Outdoor Nature Park in Portsmouth VA along the Elizabeth River! Lots of activities for families.
    1141 Victory Boulevard, Portsmouth, VA 23702
    (757) 399-7487
  12. Pokey Smokey II
    The Pokey Smokey II is a ride-able scale replica of the 1863 C.P. Huntington train. Rides given seasonally according to a set schedule (see website link) for a small fee.
    City Park 140 City Park Avenue Portsmouth,VA 23701
    (757) 393-8000
  13. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum
    This museum covers over 250 years of history surrounding America’s oldest and largest naval shipyard.
    2 High Street on the Waterfront Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 393-8591
  14. Railroad Museum of Virginia
    Lear all about the local history of trains. Birthday party options may be available.
    Court Street and Wythe Street Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 335-2284
  15. That Art Store
    A collection of over 40 local artisans. Most items are handmade, but we also have some found treasures. We offer Arts and craft classes for children and adults. Children’s Classes are available as walkins anytime we are open. Adult classes are scheduled and listed on our Facebook page and website.

    Spring break and summer camps available.
    510 Middle Street Portsmouth, VA 23701
    757-639-0234
  16. Towne Bank River Playground
    Located along the Elizabeth River Trail this playground includes Climbing Structures, Slides, Natural Musical Instruments, Shade Structure, Colorful Stump Stools, Wooden Ship, Local Mural Wall depicting a living and working Elizabeth River, and a Little Free Library.
    1141 Victory Blvd. Portsmouth, Virginia
  17. YMCA South Hampton Roads
    Multiple programs for Hampton Roads families including fitness and athletic programs for kids and families, toddler programs, swim lessons, arts and theater programs, preschool programs, before/after school child care, summer and out of school camps, teen leadership programs and more.
    Multiple locations throughout South Hampton Roads, VA
    (757) 962-5555