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in Virginia Beach
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Beach SPCA is asking families to foster or adopt as its shelter now houses over 100 animals, with two dogs waiting over 300 days (staff say summer is ideal since kids are home from school to help a pet settle in). WTKR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon held a ribbon-cutting tour on Friday at its new 3.2M sqft fulfillment center that uses robotics to improve efficiency + create skilled jobs. The center, which currently employs over 1,000 people, will host a STEM robotics event for high school students in July. 13News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach advocates will gather at Mount Trashmore every Friday in May from 1 to 3 p.m. to raise awareness for Huntington's disease by handing out pinwheels and educational materials. The event aims to educate the community about the rare genetic illness. WTKR
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Christian McBride Concert
5-8 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of extraordinary music from Grammy-winning bassist Christian McBride.
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Lorna Shore Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Dome by Rutter Mills — Ticket info available — Experience a night of heavy music with Lorna Shore and special guests.
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Toddler Tuesday in Virginia Beach
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Sage Kitchen — $10 per child — A fun morning with story time and activities for toddlers under 5.
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Virginia Coast Euros Weekly Meet
6-8 p.m. — Kroger Marketplace — Free entry — A lively weekly gathering for car enthusiasts at the Kroger parking lot.
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The Quality Comedy Series (Season 14)
8-9:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — 18+ entry — Experience clean adult stand-up comedy featuring top national comedians and unlimited gaming fun afterward.
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Comedy Night at Dave & Buster’s
7-8:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Ticketed event — Laugh along with a fantastic lineup featuring Jamaal Staton, Kym Tucker, and Roz McCoy.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — The Dinner Detective — Admission includes dinner and interactive entertainment — Unravel a thrilling true crime mystery while enjoying a great meal.
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Reggae Brunch
12-5 p.m. — Commonwealth Brewing Co — Grab a local brew and bite while grooving to live Reggae tunes.
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Sip, Shop & Connect: Weekly Vendor Networking
7-10 p.m. — 80/20 Eatery — Free entry — Network with local vendors and promote your business in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Junior Dance Discovery: Broadway Bound
6:30-7:15 p.m. — Music In Motion Dance Studio — Cost information not provided — Experience an engaging dance series for kids in grades K–4 exploring the world of Broadway.
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