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Suffolk's Riverview Neighborhood Featured on the Nation's Only Statewide House & Garden Tour
March 11, 2024
Six homes and gardens in Suffolk’s Riverview neighborhood will open their front doors and garden gates on Saturday, April 20, 2024, raising funds to restore and preserve our Commonwealth’s public gardens. These homes are included with nearly 170 of Virginia’s most beautiful private properties showcased as part of the Garden Club of Virginia’s Historic Garden Week’s annual tour.
Suffolk Boasts Several Farmers' Markets
June 15, 2023
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to announce the return of the East Washington Street Pop-Up Farmers’ Market, scheduled for Fridays, 2:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m., at the East Suffolk Recreation throughout the summer. Located at 138 South 6th Street, plenty of parking is available on site. Lamp Light Farm, LLC and Serenity Homestead will offer fresh vegetables, homestead baked goods plus crafts, and humanely raised meats.
“A British Invasion” – Film Series at the Suffolk Center
January 5, 2023
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present A British Invasion at the Center, a series of three popular films featuring British characters and themes. Each movie will be shown in the Birdsong Theater, located on the second floor of the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 West Finney Avenue in Downtown Suffolk.
Star Wars at The Center: Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of The Jedi
December 16, 2021
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present Star Wars at the Center, a series of epic space adventures that became a worldwide pop-culture phenomenon and defined a new generation of cinema blockbusters.
Suffolk Holiday Gift Market 2020
November 24, 2020
Support local farms, crafters and artisans, at the Suffolk Holiday Gift Market, a seasonal twist on the traditional Suffolk Famers’ Market.
Cedar Hill Cemetery Interactive Brochure Available
September 11, 2020
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to release a free 16-page brochure that highlights the history of downtown’s Cedar Hill Cemetery and includes a walkable tour of notable graves.
Suffolk Farmers Market Announces Market-To-Go
April 21, 2020
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to announce the opening of the Suffolk Farmers’ Market-To-Go in lieu of the traditional Farmers’ Market held at the same site, 524 North Main Street.
Family Film The Princess And The Frog at the Suffolk Center
February 25, 2020
The Suffolk Division of Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, is pleased to present the family film Coco at the Suffolk Center, on Sunday, March 8, 2020, beginning at 2 p.m.
Suffolk Tourism Releases City Activity Book Holiday Edition
December 3, 2020
Need something to keep the little ones busy during the holiday season? Suffolk Tourism is pleased to release the Holiday Edition of their popular free Suffolk-themed activity book for children of all ages.
DiningInSuffolk Website
October 30, 2020
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to announce the launch of a new website that highlights eateries throughout Suffolk, Virginia. This new site, DiningInSuffolkVa.com, features a modern and functional design, offering quick and easy access to essential information about all the dining opportunities in the rapidly growing city.
Suffolk Tourism Releases City Activity Book Volume 2
August 14, 2020
Dog days of summer got you down? Suffolk Tourism is pleased to release the second volume of their free Suffolk-themed activity book for children of all ages.
Suffolk Celebrates Virginias Takeout Week
April 1, 2020
Virginia Tourism Corporation and Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association has launched “Virginia is for Restaurant Lovers Takeout Week” which runs through April 5, 2020.
Suffolk Mystery Authors Festival Announces 2020 Headliner
January 31, 2020
The Suffolk Division of Tourism is pleased to announce that best-selling and award-winning author Catriona McPherson will headline the 7th Annual Suffolk Mystery Authors Festival, slated for Saturday, August 8, 2020, at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts.
Lafayette Trail Historic Marker in Suffolk
November 30, 2020
Suffolk has been recognized as an official stop along The Lafayette Trail which highlights locations the Marquis de Lafayette visited during his farewell tour of America in 1824 and 1825.
Lets Have Tea An Afternoon with Frederick Douglass And Susan B. Anthony
October 28, 2020
Reserve your place at the tea table with two iconic figures! In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment and the women’s right to vote, you are cordially invited to the Stillwater Tea House on Saturday, November 14, 2020, for tea, light fare, and conversation with the great suffragist Susan B. Anthony (portrayed by Lee Ann Rose) and abolitionist Frederick Douglass (portrayed by Nathan M. Richardson).
Suffolk Farmers Market Announces Return of Walk-Through Market
June 30, 2020
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to announce that the Suffolk Farmers’ Market-To-Go is transitioning back to the traditional Farmers’ Market held under the open-air pavilion located at 524 North Main Street in Downtown Suffolk.
Suffolk Restaurant Week 2020
July 14, 2020
Bon Appétit! From Suffolk’s best-kept culinary secrets to national award winning restaurants, Suffolk Restaurant Week promises a savory blend of the City’s signature flavors. The 2020 Suffolk Restaurant Week is slated for March 14th through the 21st.
Family Film Brave at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts
December 23, 2019
The Suffolk Division of Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, is pleased to present the family film Brave at the Suffolk Center, on Sunday, January 12, 2020, beginning at 2 p.m.
Frozen II at The Suffolk Center
November 30, 2020
Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, is pleased to present the enchanting animated film, Frozen II, at the Suffolk Center on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at 2 p.m.
Suffolk Restaurant Week Fall Encore 2020
October 27, 2020
From Suffolk’s best-kept culinary secrets to national award winning restaurants, Suffolk Restaurant Week promises a savory blend of the city’s signature flavors.
Friday Night Frights at The Suffolk Center
September 30, 2020
Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, is pleased to present the Second Annual Friday Night Frights Classic Horror Film Series.
Suffolk Tourism Releases City Activity Book
April 28, 2020
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to release a free, one-of-a-kind Suffolk-themed coloring and activity book for children of all ages. Children can color, connect the dots, conquer word searches and crossword puzzles, while simultaneously learning about Suffolk’s attractions.
Family Film Coco at the Suffolk Center
February 25, 2020
The Suffolk Division of Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, is pleased to present the family film Coco at the Suffolk Center, on Sunday, March 8, 2020, beginning at 2 p.m.
Summer of Adventure at The Center: Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle
August 1, 2022
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present Summer of Adventure at the Center, a series of three blockbuster adventure films.
Storytime at the seaboard station railroad museum
April 7, 2022
The popular “Storytime at the Station” series is returning to the Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, located at 326 North Main Street is historic downtown Suffolk. Ideal for children ages three to seven, this interactive program is scheduled for 10:30am on both Tuesday, April 19, and May 17, 2022.
Summer of Adventure at The Center: Jurassic Park
July 1, 2022
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present Summer of Adventure at the Center, a series of three blockbuster adventure films.
Suffolk Restaurant Week: A Showcase of Culinary Excellence
March 10, 2022
Bon Appétit! From Suffolk’s best-kept culinary secrets to national award winning restaurants, Suffolk Restaurant Week promises a savory blend of the city’s signature flavors.
Summer of Adventure at The Center: Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade
June 1, 2022
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present Summer of Adventure at the Center, a series of three blockbuster adventure films.
Suffolk Tourism’s Outdoor Tea Tasting and Spring Plant Sale Returns
April 19, 2022
SUFFOLK, VA (April 19, 2022) Suffolk Tourism is pleased to announce a Tea Tasting & Spring Plant Sale at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion in honor of Historic Garden Week in Virginia. Slated for 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022, the Tea Tasting & Spring Plant Sale is a Suffolk Farmers’ Market production.
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