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June and July Events & Festivals

June 2025

  • Stop by the Farmers Market at Bridgeport for locally-grown, locally-made products with a diverse range of vendors including crafters, artisans, local farmers, ranchers and more. The Farmers Market at Bridgeport will take place every second and fourth Sunday through August 24 from 10 a.m. 2 p.m.
  • The Farmers Market Bennett’s Creek Pasture Road returns for the year beginning every Thursday from 3-6 p.m. through October 30.
  • Kick back and relax to music during the Suffolk Center for Cultural Art’s Outdoors at the Center every first and third Friday starting at 6 p.m. through June 20.
  • The Capturing Music Exhibit will be on view at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts through June 27.
  • Swing to live tunes during the TGIF Summer Concert Series. The event is free and open to the public.
  • Catch the featured film “Twisters” during Summer Film Series at the Center on June 13 beginning at 8 p.m. Make it a date night with whiskey, wings and winds. General admission is free.
  • Laugh the night away during Comedy Times Three at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts June 14 beginning at 7 p.m. The General Admission Ticket is $65/per person and includes dinner buffet, 1 drink ticket and general admission seating. Visit website for more ticket information and details.
  • Celebrate dad at New Realm Brewing Co’s Father’s Day BBQ Festival on June 15 from 12-4 p.m.
  • Head to Downtown Festival Park and enjoy arts, crafts, gaming bus, car show and more during Suffolk Juneteenth Festival on June 21 from 1-5 p.m.
  • Bring the family to Saturday Cinema to catch the movie “Mufasa” at the Holland Ballfields on June 28. The fun beings at 6:30 p.m. with the movie starting at 8:30 p.m.

July

  • Bring the family for a day of food & drinks, bounce houses, games and fireworks during the annual Stars & Stripes Spectacular on July 4. Music beings at 6 p.m. with fireworks starting at 9 p.m. This event will take place at Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina.
  • Suffolk Sweets Week returns July 5-12. Suffolk Sweets Week highlights our best local culinary temptations. No coupons, vouchers or tickets are needed – simply order from the Suffolk Sweets Week menu at participating eateries.
  • Kick back and listen to live tunes during TGIF Summer Concert Series featuring Anthony Rosano & The Conqueroos on July 11 at Downtown Festival Park. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m.  All concerts are free and open to the public.
  • Check out the festive event, Christmas in July at New Realm Brewing Co. – Suffolk on July 12 from 12-4 p.m. Discover various unique craft and creations from local artisans while enjoying food, holiday decorations and more.
  • Take in the scenic views and while listening to live tunes from Celeste Kellogg at Decoys Seafood on July 14 from 6-9 p.m.
  • Stop by Miss Lilly’s Trading Post for their Outdoor Open Market. Find unique artisans, gifts, crafts and more from various vendors on July 28 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Pickle lovers will want to check out Suffolk Farmers’ Market inaugural event, Suffolk Pickle Palooza on July 20 from 12-4 p.m. at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion.
  • Head over to Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts for their Summer Film Series at the Center featuring Beetlejuice Beetlejuice on July 20 at 2 p.m. Admission is free. Rated PG-13. Come a little early to meet your favorite movie characters!
  • It’s the return of the popular American Girl Program, featuring Melody Ellison, on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Riddick’s Folly House Museum! This event also includes a dolly giveaway to one of the girls who attends. There will be 2 sittings: 10am and 11:30am. Space is limited (20 girls per sitting) and reservations are required. Donations welcome. Ages 6-12 are welcome; all children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 757-934-0822 for reservations.
  • Bring the family to Bennett’s Creek Park for a movie night under the stars featuring Saturday Cinema – Despicable Me 4 (PG). The fun beings at 6:15 p.m., movie starts at 8:15 p.m.

 

This is just a sample of events & festivals in Suffolk, Virginia! Visit our calendar of events for more. 

 

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