Autumn in the Air: Celebrate the Season with Free, Family Fun

Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation’s fall festival returns for the fourth year Nov. 7 at Mount Trashmore Park.

One of Virginia Beach’s favorite fall traditions is back: Autumn in the Air returns to Mount Trashmore Park for its fourth annual celebration, noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. This free community festival is packed with live music, local food trucks, vendors and community partners and seasonal activities for all ages.

Live Music

The "Banjos, Brews & Bites" stage sets the tone with three live performances that blend folk, Americana and rock.

Alec Edmonds & Allen Hudson (12:15-1:30 p.m.) – This duo offers a mix of country, rock and everything in between.
Cody Christian (2-3:15 p.m.) – He, along with his band The Congregation, offer a blend of outlaw country, rock, soul, bluegrass and Americana.
Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos (3:45-5 p.m.) – This trio delivers a gritty, modern blues rock with soul-drenched vocals and explosive guitar work.

Beer Garden and Food Trucks

Take a break from the festivities and enjoy a cold drink or a hot bite in the heart of the park. The beer garden, operated by Voodoo Brewing Co. Virginia Beach, will offer a selection of craft beverages for guests ages 21 and older.

Choose from a wide variety of local food and drink vendors offering both savory and sweet options:

757 Pop
Cast Iron Catering
Nothing Bundt Cakes 
Pungo Boys
Poured Coffee Company
Rio Good Food 
Sweet Life Cupcakery

Both cash and credit cards are accepted.

Yard Games and the Field of Fun

Enjoy a variety of autumn-inspired yard games, including pumpkin bowling, ring toss and tic-tac-toe. Axe throwing will be available again, and new this year are a corn maze inflatable and Farmyard Interactive, a farm inflatable for toddlers or preschool ages.

Kids and families can also explore the sensory zone hosted by the Parks & Recreation Therapeutic and Inclusion team and interact with animals at the Teeny Tiny Farm petting zoo.

TreeTopia

Fall is the perfect time to plant a tree, and TreeTopia is your destination to learn how. Explore the importance of trees in Virginia Beach’s local ecosystem through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Meet the City’s new arborists, horticulture experts and community partners, including Park & Landscape Services, Bee City USA, Tree Stewards, Department of Forestry and Bartlett Tree Experts.

Know Before You Go

Admission and parking are free
Outside food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed
Bags and small coolers will be checked at entrances
Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome
Tents and large coolers are not permitted
Alcohol must remain within the designated beer garden

Autumn in the Air is your chance to soak up the season with live music, fresh food and festive fun surrounded by the beauty of Mount Trashmore Park.

Don’t forget to capture your favorite moments and use the hashtags #VBParksRec and #AutumnInTheAir for a chance to be featured on Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation’s social channels.

For the latest updates and full event details, visit VirginiaBeach.gov/AITA and follow Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation on Facebook.

Find Something for All Ages & Stages!

From storytimes for the youngest to support for the oldest, the City of Virginia Beach offers countless ways for kids, teens, adults, seniors and caregivers to stay active, informed, supported and involved. Now it’s easier than ever to discover City programs, assistance, resources and special events! A new webpage brings together City offerings for all ages in one easy-to-search location. You can also sign up for tailored email newsletters to stay up-to-date on things to do and City offerings. Want to find something to do in Virginia Beach? Visit VB Go or download the app to browse events across multiple calendars and even find parking!