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End of Summer Fun in Downtown Norfolk

It doesn't feel like summer will end anytime soon, but as schools are back in session and the calendar days tick away until the first day of Fall, summer days are becoming few and far between. If you're still hanging on to later sunsets in lieu of pumpkin spiced lattes, we say embrace it! Summer isn't officially over yet, and Downtown Norfolk is just the place to scratch that last summer itch with events, exhibits, food specials and more.

Final weeks of The Stockpot Norfolk's summer menu

215 E Plume St #100

Savor the last of summer recipes before The Stockpot Norfolk goes full fall! Their corn and potato Summer Veggie soup and fan-favorite Peach and Halloumi Salad deserve one last hurrah before the cozy bowls of fragrant Fall flavors arrive.

Seasonal Flavors at S'mores Amore

208 E. Main Street, inside Selden Market

If you're in the mood for campfire food without the hassle of the fire or mosquitos, S'mores Amore has the perfect treat for you. While you can find a traditional s'more on the menu, we recommend opting for one in a flavor you never dreamed existed. Give the Strawberry Dream blondie a try or the Ooh Bae Baybee ube blondie with coconut. 

Get out on the water with American Rover

333 Waterside Drive

This is the perfect time of year to take in the beautiful sunsets on the Elizabeth River aboard the American Rover's Two Hour Sunset Cruise. Or bring the family for a daytime Two Hour Harbor Cruise and lend a hand setting the sails, at the helm, or just enjoying the narrated tour of the harbor. 

Wednesday Wind Downs

160 W. Virginia Beach Boulevard

On Wednesdays we....wind down on the Harrison Opera House lawn! Every Wednesday at 5:30pm through September 25, grab a blanket or chair and bring the whole family to these free sneak peeks showcasing performances of Virginia Opera's upcoming season. Who doesn't want to be serenaded during a summer sunset? We'll save you a seat.

Pedego Electric Bike Rentals

223 E City Hall Ave Suite 101

Pedego offers fun, colorful electric bikes for purchase as well as rental. Bikes can go up to 15.5 miles per hour, so you can zoom through the beautiful fall foliage all along the 10.5 mile long Elizabeth River Trail to your heart's content.