Be In The Know
2024 Oceanfront Event Season Meeting Covers Potential Resident Impacts Through July 4
The community meeting presented event-related logistics for Oceanfront events with special parking, traffic and public safety planning needs.
To keep residents informed about Oceanfront event-related logistics, public safety planning and communications, City staff shared information about Oceanfront events at a community meeting on March 28. The first meeting covered events through July 4 with anticipated attendance of more than 10,000 per day, and another meeting will be held to cover events through the end of the year. Â
The City’s goal for the 2024 event season is the same as it has always been — to enable residents and visitors to enjoy their time in the city, while ensuring the City is fully prepared to address issues such as traffic, crowds, safety and public communication.Â
Prior to each of these events, “know before you go” information for that event will be added to VirginiaBeach.gov/EventInfo, which will serve as the central communications hub for event-related impacts all year long. This information will also be shared via City social media and email channels prior to each event.Â
Stay InformedÂ
Residents can stay in the know about Oceanfront event impacts throughout the entire year through several ways.Â
- Visit VirginiaBeach.gov/EventInfo to view potential event-related impacts to residents, such as road closures, prior to each event. This page also has a “Resources” section with downloadable assets, such as an event flyer and social media graphics. Resources will be updated throughout the year.Â
- Sign up for VBAlert text notifications to receive updates and emergency alerts during all major events at the Oceanfront. Text VBEVENTS to 67283 to enroll. Reply LEAVE VBEVENTS at any time to opt out.Â
- Register to receive the City email newsletter at VirginiaBeach.gov/BeInTheKnowÂ
- Follow the City on social media: Facebook | X | InstagramÂ
- Send questions about event logistics to OceanfrontEvents@vbgov.com. Â
For event-specific updates such as tickets, estimated attendance based on ticket sales, lineup information and more, visit the event organizer’s website or contact the organizer directly.Â
Public SafetyÂ
Safety and security are a top priority for the City and the community. The Virginia Beach Police Department has a Special Event Task Force dedicated to public safety planning throughout the year, and it plans collaboratively with Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Emergency Communications and Citizen Services (ECCS), Emergency Management, Fire, Public Works, Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies. PD, Fire and EMS all have response plans and staff for the entire Oceanfront area. Contingency plans are also in place for unexpected emergencies, and citywide situational awareness and monitoring occurs during all of these events. Staff review after-action reports from previous events during the planning process to address previous issues and create future best practices.Â
During events, all public safety agencies are at a single command post to ensure seamless communication. During event weekends, these agencies are staffed for the entire city in addition to the event area.Â
Event LogisticsÂ
The following Oceanfront events have an anticipated attendance of 10,000 or more per day (subject to change) and have special parking, traffic and public safety planning needs. An additional meeting will cover the details of the events after July 4. For a full list of events, visit VisitVirginiaBeach.com. Note: Event details are subject to change.Â
Audacy Oceanfront Concerts, April 26-28Â
- Locations:Â
- 17th Street and 24th Street parks Â
- Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.*Â Â
- Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.*Â
- *Note: This schedule was updated by the event organizer on March 29 and differs from the March 28 presentation.Â
- 31st Street on the sand Â
- Friday-Saturday, 5-11 p.m. Â
- 17th Street and 24th Street parks Â
- Parking: Expect 25th Street and 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend.Â
- Possible closure of Atlantic Avenue between 28th and 34th streets.Â
Memorial Day Weekend Salute to Summer, May 24-26Â
- Locations:
- 17th Street, 24th Street, and 31st Street parksÂ
- Friday-Sunday, 7-11 p.m. Â
- 17th Street, 24th Street, and 31st Street parksÂ
- Parking: Expect 9th Street, 25th Street, 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend. Â
- No planned road closures.Â
Point Break Music Festival, June 1-2Â
- Locations:Â
- 17th Street, 24th Street, and 31st Street parksÂ
- FridayÂ
- 3rd Street - 10th Street on the sand Â
- Saturday-Sunday, noon to 10:30 p.m. Â
- 17th Street, 24th Street, and 31st Street parksÂ
- Parking: Expect 9th Street, 25th Street, 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend. Â
- Restricted access to Rudee Loop.Â
Jackalope Fest, May 31 – June 2Â
- Locations:Â
- 31st Street ParkÂ
- Friday, 5-11 p.m. Â
- Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Â
- 31st on the sandÂ
- Friday, 5-11 p.m.Â
- Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Â
- 31st Street ParkÂ
- Parking: Expect 25th Street and 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend. Â
- No planned road closures.Â
North American Sand Soccer Championship, June 7-8Â
- Locations:Â
- 10th Street - 34th Street on the sand Â
- Friday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.Â
- Sunday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Â
- 10th Street - 34th Street on the sand Â
- Parking: Expect 9th Street, 25th Street, 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend. Â
- No planned road closures.Â
Fourth of July Stars & Stripes Celebration, July 4Â
- Locations:Â
- 17th Street, 24th Street (fireworks), and 31st Street parksÂ
- Friday-Sunday, 7-11 p.m. Â
- 17th Street, 24th Street (fireworks), and 31st Street parksÂ
- Parking: Expect 9th Street, 25th Street, 31st Street parking garages to be at capacity for this weekend. Â
- No planned road closures.Â
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