Norfolk Harborfest Festival

America's largest, longest-running, free maritime festival, the iconic Norfolk Harborfest enters its 48th year in 2024.

For three memorable days along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, Harborfest celebrates all of the elements that make Norfolk & Hampton Roads a historic maritime & Naval community. On both land and sea, thrilling activities and live music take center stage at Harborfest, including the annual Parade of Sail featuring international tall ships, one of the largest fireworks shows on the East Coast, a mesmerizing drone show, interactive family games and activities, Navy exhibits and demonstrations, artisan foods and beverages, national and regional live entertainment, and much more.