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August & September Events & Festivals
August
- 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.
- Bring the family to Saturday Cinema at Downtown Festival Park on August 23 featuring “Inside Out 2.” The fun begins at 5:45 p.m. and the movie starts at 7:45 p.m.
- The Suffolk Art League’s Melissa Darden Odom Speaker Series presents Kimberly McKinnis on August 23 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
- Check out Shrimp Fest at Decoys Seafood August 30. Enjoy signature cocktails, delicious shrimp options all day long and more. Visit Decoys Seafood website for more details.
September
- Jimmy Buffett fans will want to check out Decoys Seafood’s Jimmy Buffett Tribute on September 6 from 1-9 p.m. Enjoy drink and food specials, music and more.
- Suffolk Plein Air Festival returns to Suffolk September 9-13. Find the detailed schedule and more information here.
- Head to Bridgeport Suffolk for C.A.Y. Fall Concert Nights. Enjoy an evening of live outdoor music every other Friday beginning September 12 through October 24 from 6-9 p.m.
- The annual Taste of Suffolk returns to downtown historic Suffolk Saturday, September 13. Bring the family for a unique foodie festival in addition to live music, contests, Fun Zone, children’s area, Beer Garden and an after-party until 8 p.m.
- Catch the movie Lilo & Stitch during the Summer Film Series at the Suffolk Cultural Arts Center on September 21 at 2 p.m. Come a little early and meet your favorite characters before the movie along with other surprises!
- The American Girl program featuring Lila Monetti returns to Riddick Folly House Museum on September 27. 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 for reservations at 757.934.0822 or email riddicksfolly@verizon.net, beginning 14 days before the event.
- Bring the family to experience a movie under the stars with Saturday Cinema featuring Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on September 27 at 5 p.m. at Suffolk’s Holland Ballfields.
This is just a sample of events & festivals in Suffolk, Virginia! Visit our calendar of events for more.
Live Music & Local Entertainment in Suffolk, Virginia
Want to check out more great performances? Stay up to date on Facebook with these great venues that often have excellent live entertainment:
- Fin & Tonic (1301 Bridgeport Way, northern Suffolk)
- Derl’z Restaurant & Pub (425 E. Pinner St., downtown)
- Crust N Cork (100 E Constance Rd.)
- Baron’s Pub (185 N. Main St., downtown)
- Rennee’s Restaurant & Lounge (156 W Washington St., downtown)
- Lokee Restaurant & Bar (130 W Washington St., downtown)
- Bridgeport Suffolk (3800 Bridge Rd., northern Suffolk)
- Sojourn Fermentory (1400 Bridgeport Way, Suite #103, northern Suffolk)
- Decoys Seafood (3305 Ferry Rd)
- Nansemond Brewing Station (212 E Washington St., downtown)
- Decent People Taproom (5140 River Club Dr., northern Suffolk)
- Mason’s Grill & Smokehouse (148 Burnetts Way #112, Suffolk)

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