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in Virginia Beach
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach City Council voted 10-0 on Tuesday to purchase nearly half an acre near Crab Creek, using grant funding + open space money to protect this key recreational area from future development. WTKR
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John Legend Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful melodies of Grammy-winning artist John Legend in an intimate setting.
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Nick Offerman: Big Woodchuck
7-10 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Check for ticket pricing — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian and woodworking enthusiast Nick Offerman, best known for his role in 'Parks and Recreation'.
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Fam Jam Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Neptune's Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly night of live music featuring Redferrin at Neptune Park.
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Turkish Lamp Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center — Ticketed event — Create stunning mosaic art inspired by traditional Turkish design.
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Gather Speed Networking
9:30-11:00 a.m. — Gather Virginia Beach — Free entry — Engage in fast-paced networking to expand your professional connections.
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Spafford VIP Upgrade Experience
5:40-6:40 p.m. — Elevation 27 — GA tickets must be purchased separately — Enjoy an exclusive soundcheck session and meet the band with limited VIP access.
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The Quality Comedy Series
8-9:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — 18+ event — Enjoy a night of clean adult comedy featuring national talent and great giveaways.
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Friday Night Lights
9-12 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — $24.99 — Enjoy three hours of all-you-can-play games in a fun atmosphere for high school students.
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90s R&B Day Party 2
4-8 p.m. — Phoenix Restaurant and Lounge — Early Bird tickets available — Dive into an unforgettable 90s R&B experience with classic jams and good vibes.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Candlelight concerts featuring the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac in a unique and captivating setting.
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