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in Virginia Beach
Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach Polar Plunge will kick off with the Cool School Challenge on Friday, Feb. 6 to raise funds for Special Olympics Virginia. The main plunge at 1 p.m. Saturday takes place in front of the Hilton Oceanfront Hotel (with costume contests, free hot chocolate, and souvenir sales available). 13News Now
- ➤ Haygood Skating Center held its final skate yesterday after 52 years of service as skaters and families shared cherished memories + owner Brandon Stokes said he tried hard to keep the rink open. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local fitness coach Marguerite Keel from The Gym Downtown urges residents to start their New Year's fitness journey by setting clear exercise and diet goals. She says consistency in workouts and building core strength will help with weight loss and muscle gain. WTKR
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Sizzling Salsa Night
7-11:45 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Free entry — Immerse in the rhythms of salsa and bachata with lively dance lessons and infectious Latin music.
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MONEY 101 Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center — Free entry — An educational workshop that demystifies wealth growth and protection strategies.
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The Hookz® Live at Murphy's Irish Pub
8 PM - 12 AM — Murphy's Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy a dynamic evening of acoustic rock music from The Hookz, a local favorite band.
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The RV Show of Tidewater
Fri, Jan 16th – Sun, Jan 18th — Virginia Beach Convention Center — $12 adults, $6 kids 3-12 — Explore the latest RV models and gear while enjoying on-site deals and local camping information.
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Morning At The Movies Scholarship Fundraiser
10:30 a.m. — Virginia Beach, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd — $25 Donation — Celebrate 75 years of 'Fun with a Purpose' while supporting scholarships.
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Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Training
4-5 p.m. — Virginia Beach Location — Course Fee Required — Learn vital first aid and CPR skills for emergency situations.
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Midweek Dance Social
6-9:30 p.m. — DanceSportVA — $8 for members, $11 for associate members — A lively dance event featuring lessons and open dancing to unwind midweek.
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Musical Entertainment with Kevin Furey
4-5 p.m. — Virginia Beach, VA — Free entry — Enjoy heartfelt tunes from the 50s to 70s along with personal stories from Kevin Furey.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites
8:45-10 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets required — Experience soulful renditions of beloved tracks by Prince and Childish Gambino in a unique candlelight setting.
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Dial Up Tour - Brainrack and Shizz Lo Live
9-11 p.m. — Peabody's Nightclub — Tickets available — Catch Brainrack delivering an electrifying performance in Virginia Beach.
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