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in Norfolk
Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today in Norfolk families can enjoy a free Fourth of July celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. along the Elizabeth River with live military brass bands, food vendors, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.—similar festive events are planned across Hampton Roads. 13 News Now
- ➤ Norfolk Parks and Recreation partners with Norfolk Festevents to offer a summer season of community events with fun and music—welcoming both residents and visitors. City of Norfolk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk police said a man was killed in an overnight shooting on Kennebeck Avenue around 2:40 a.m.—officers pronounced him dead at the scene and are investigating the homicide. 3 WTKR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A leadership training session titled Peer Today, Boss Tomorrow will be held in Norfolk on July 16 from 10 to 11 a.m. The event offers four key strategies for new managers & registration closes on July 14 & participants are encouraged to sign up soon. City of Norfolk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Council has released the Work Session and Formal Session agendas for July 8 — the agendas show the topics that will guide discussions at the meeting. City of Norfolk
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Date Night Comedy Show
Hilarious date night show — 7:30 p.m. — Push Comedy Theater — Tickets available — Experience unforgettable love stories recreated with laughs.
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Watercolor Art Chat & Demo
4-6 p.m. — D'Art Center — Free entry — Experience an artistic demonstration and engaging discussion with watercolor expert Catherine Hillis.
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Snake Mountain Revival Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Annex — $12-$16 — Experience a night of live music featuring Snake Mountain Revival, Toward Space, and Box Factory.
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Norfolk Taco Festival - 7th Annual
2 PM – 8 PM — Waterside District — General tickets for $9.99 — Savor over 90 styles of tacos while enjoying live bands, wrestling, and family fun at Virginia's biggest taco festival.
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Ill Niño Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Ill Niño's blend of Latin metal in a vibrant setting.
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NCOA Annual National Conference
All day — Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel — Free — Engage with veteran support resources and enjoy networking opportunities.
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49 Winchester Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket details available soon — Enjoy an evening with 49 Winchester in a vibrant Norfolk venue.
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EPMD Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of EPMD live in Portsmouth.
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Norfolk Latino Music Festival
2-11 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Latin culture with music, dance, and local food at this vibrant festival.
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Arabian Nights Prince & Princess Brunch with Karaoke
1-4 p.m. — Granby St. Glow Juice Bar and More — $18 General Admission, $25 VIP — Enjoy an Arabian Nights-style brunch while singing karaoke and meeting special characters.
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~ John Wayne
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