Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of July.
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🎭 Culture
Norfolk patriots burned the city on Jan.
1, 1776 to block British forces from a crucial harbor and help win independence. The bold act — still discussed by local historians — shaped the city’s future growth and legacy nearly 250 years later.
🎉 Norfolk Events
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Kendall Street Company Concert
6:30-10 p.m. — The Annex — Ticketed event — Immerse in an eclectic jam band experience featuring funk, jazz, rock, and bluegrass.
2026 Fourth of July Great American Picnic
5-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks display over the Elizabeth River.
Syracuse Mets at Norfolk Tides
6:35–7:35 p.m. — Norfolk Tides Baseball Club at Harbor Park Stadium — Tickets from $16 — Experience the excitement of Triple-A baseball as the Tides take on the Mets in a thrilling matchup.
Historic Theaters: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour
5-6 p.m. — Selden Market — Free entry — Explore the architectural gems and captivating stories of downtown Norfolk's historic theaters.
Norfolk Eats Street Food Festival
2-8 p.m. — Maker's Craft Brewery — Free entry — Celebrate local flavors with delicious food from an array of food trucks and vendors.
Buju Banton & Stephen Marley: Roots and Rhymes Tour
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Portsmouth Pavilion — Cost Unknown — Experience the powerful sounds of reggae's finest talents live on stage.
Symphony By The Sea
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Neptune's Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of symphonic music under the stars from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
Damn Skippy by Little Stranger
7:00 – 9:30 PM — The NorVa — Cost info not provided — Experience the quirky indie hip-hop sounds of Little Stranger from Philly.
Elmiene Concert
8-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Elmiene live in concert.
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park
6-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of live music under the stars with gourmet foods and drinks available.
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