Good morning, Norfolk.

Norfolk Animal Care Center and Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center will host the Meower Shower for kittens at Afterglow Brewing on May 24 from noon to 4 p.m. The event—designed to promote kitten fostering and community support—will offer kitten cuddles, vendor booths, live music and face painting for families.

Legislators in Virginia will change the SOL tests so that scores for grades 7 through 12 will count as 10% of a student’s final grade and be scored on a 100-point scale starting in the upcoming school year.

Many schools are still waiting for guidance from the Virginia Department of Education—officials say the goal is to boost student performance.

Norfolk City Council approved nearly $2 billion in the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget on Tuesday—public input during an April hearing led to changes such as extending free parking in downtown garages and including funds for public safety, transportation maintenance, and public schools.

The Virginia DMV had technical problems on Thursday—affecting service centers statewide—while online transactions worked fine; DMV posted updates on social media and the issues came one week after the REAL ID deadline went into effect.

Maria Bamford Stand-Up Comedy

7:30-9 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of laughs with the unique and talented Maria Bamford.

Norfolk Anime-Fest

12 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Norfolk Airport — Check website for details — A collector’s dream filled with anime, manga, and pop culture goodies.

The Wood Brothers Live

3:30-10:30 PM — Virginia Arts Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with The Wood Brothers at the vibrant Virginia Arts Festival in Norfolk.

Driver Improvement Course

9 AM – 5 PM — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order — Take part in a comprehensive driver improvement class with immediate certification upon completion.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your DMV ordered requirements and receive same-day certification.

Riley Green Concert

7:01-10:31 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Riley Green at the Scope Arena.

Annual Memorial Day Parade

10 a.m. — Portsmouth Welcome Center — Free entry — Celebrate Portsmouth’s rich military history at one of the country’s longest-running Memorial Day parades featuring floats and marching bands.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your Driver Improvement Course and receive your Certificate of Completion on the same day.

Lehigh Valley Ironpigs vs Norfolk Tides

12:05-1:35 p.m. — Harbor Park Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of minor league baseball in a family-friendly environment.

2nd Annual VB Street Art Festival

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — ViBe Creative District — Free entry — Experience live painting from 15 artists and create your own mural at this vibrant art festival.