Good morning, Norfolk.

Norfolk reopens outdoor ice skating at a new waterfront location at Towne Bank Fountain Park after the city moved the rink from MacArthur Mall.

Visitors can buy tickets online for 75-minute sessions at $17 and enjoy festive extras (fire pits, holiday music, hot chocolate) through January 4.

AAA has projected that 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home from Tuesday through Dec.

1 — 73 million of whom will drive by car. Portsmouth drivers are checking their vehicles as state police plan extra highway patrols and experts advise anyone traveling today to leave before 11 a.m. or after 8 p.m. to avoid heavy traffic.

WHRO-FM 90.3 will close the WFMT Opera Series this Saturday at 1 p.m. with a luminous performance of Richard Strauss’s romantic comedy Arabella — the production broadcasts live from the Vienna State Opera and features a cast led by Camilla Nylund.

The opera series wraps up with Arabella as WHRO-FM gears up to launch the Metropolitan Opera’s new season on December 6.

WHRO-FM will guide local listeners today with a Thanksgiving Eve program at 9:00 p.m. that features performances by local groups including Viva Vivaldi from Hollins University; on Thanksgiving Day the station will offer shows at 9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to celebrate music and Virginia traditions.

This Saturday at 8:00, WHRO-FM will air 'This Just In' where host Raymond Jones presents new recorded classical music including Inbal Megiddo's rendition of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 and Thomas Pitfield's Concerto Lirico.

The program will also feature Beethoven's Cello Sonata No. 5, Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5 and George Lloyd's Requiem.

Keep Norfolk Beautiful and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation will host the 37th Clean The Bay Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Volunteers will help remove litter from the Chesapeake Bay watershed at approved locations with supplies provided for each cleanup group.

Airports saw increased traveler foot traffic on Tuesday as the Thanksgiving holiday travel period began, with TSA screening over 17 million passengers nationwide until December 1.

Travelers at Norfolk International noted a calm airport while federal officials assured ample staffing—reminding flyers to check with their airlines for weather-related delays.

City officials announced that city-owned garages offer two hours of free parking to help local shoppers during the holiday season — including on Small Business Saturday.

This program will support Norfolk residents in shopping local as they enjoy the festive season.

Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot 10K & Mile

8:15-10:45 a.m. — Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA — $30 entry — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a festive 10K and 1 Mile run for families and runners of all abilities.

The Spill Canvas and Mae Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket price not available — Experience a night of alternative rock with beloved bands The Spill Canvas and Mae.

A Merry Little Christmas Carol

7:30 p.m. — Wells Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of Scrooge with a festive ensemble during Norfolk's beloved holiday celebration.

& Juliet

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticket information available — A delightful take on Shakespearean themes with a modern twist.

& Juliet

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Chrysler Hall — Ticket pricing varies — Renew your season tickets or purchase new subscriptions for an exciting show.

Florida Everblades at Norfolk Admirals

3:05 – 4:35 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket pricing varies — Catch an exciting ice hockey match as the Everblades face off against the Admirals.

The Nutcracker Ballet

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical performance of The Nutcracker this holiday season.

Holiday Pops Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, VA — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of orchestral music performed by talented young musicians.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — All Ages — Celebrate the season with fresh interpretations of Vince Guaraldi’s beloved holiday score by the R4ND4ZZO BIGB4ND.

Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney as Mickey and friends embark on an adventurous search party.