Good morning, Virginia Beach.

Virginia Beach will debut its Bands in the Sand free beachfront concert series from May 7 through October 8 featuring 11 Thursday evening shows near the Fishing Pier & national and regional artists performing at 6 p.m. that are family-friendly.

Networking & Vendors Double Header Events

12-8 p.m. — Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center — Free entry — Engage in empowering networking with women leaders and diverse vendors in a dynamic atmosphere.

Tale for Two

4:30-5 p.m. — Virginia Beach SPCA Shelter — $10 donation per child — Encourage young readers to build confidence and enrich shelter animals through reading sessions.

Georgia Faye Live Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Three Notch'd Brewery & Craft Kitchen — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in a vibrant brewery setting.

Standup Comedy Night at Smartmouth Brewing

8-9:30 p.m. — Smartmouth Brewing Pilot House — Affordable entry — Enjoy a night of top-notch standup comedy with the best comics from Virginia and beyond.

Made In America - Toby Keith Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Elevation 27 — Tickets start at $56 — Experience a can't-miss live tribute to Toby Keith in Virginia Beach.

The Music of Star Wars

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Cost TBA — Experience the iconic score of a galaxy far, far away performed live by the Virginia Symphony.

Eighth Annual Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum

8 AM-5 PM — Virginia Beach Convention Center — Free entry — Collaborate on ocean initiatives and regional ocean planning at this informative forum.

Lag BaOmer Celebration

5:15-8 p.m. — Hunt Club Farm — Tickets start at $0.55 — Celebrate Lag BaOmer with bonfires, live music, and activities for all ages.

Residential Appraisal Report Workshop

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Real Estate Information Network, Inc. — $125 general, $115 AI members — Enhance your appraisal skills with insights on the new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report.

Sharks After Dark

6-9 p.m. — Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center — Members $19 | Non-Members $38 — Enjoy a competitive game night with classic yard games while supporting marine conservation efforts.