Good morning, Virginia Beach.

Virginia Beach Oceanfront will host the second annual Point Break Festival this weekend with doors opening at noon and live music starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday—over 20 bands including Stick Figure and Slightly Stoopid will perform while local food and craft vendors serve attendees, and tickets remain available.

Sentara Health announced Monday that it has partnered with Virginia Wesleyan University to launch a new college of health sciences—Sentara College of Health Sciences—following the recent suspension of its degree programs; details of the partnership are currently being developed.

The Norfolk-based USS Gerald R.

Ford Carrier Strike Group—set to deploy to Europe next week—will operate near the Middle East, adding a third aircraft carrier close to the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Today, Virginia Beach Correctional Center brought back its Paint Crew, a team of inmates who work from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. under the supervision of Master Deputy II Red Nabong to improve the jail’s look and save taxpayer dollars + commercial painters normally charge about $25 per hour.

WAVY-TV 10 is partnering with the American Red Cross for the 'Red, White and You!' Blood Drive scheduled for July 1, 2, 3, and 5 at select malls in Hampton Roads + donors should use sponsor code WAVYTV10 to book appointments on the Red Cross website.

A Consumer Affairs report names Chesapeake as the top city and Virginia Beach as second for first-time homebuyers based on criteria such as median sale price and affordability (the study assessed 11 factors including homeownership rates for Millennials and Gen Z).

Karaoke Night at Pups and Pints

7-10 p.m. — Pups and Pints — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a dog-friendly karaoke night while sipping cold drinks and singing with your furry friends.

SOJA Concert

7-11 p.m. — Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk — Limited VIP tickets remaining — Experience an unforgettable night of live music at the beach.

Point Break Encore at Bunker Brewpub

11 PM – 3 AM — Bunker Brewpub — Tickets available online only — Experience live music from Roots of Creation, Dale & ZDubs in a vibrant atmosphere.

Weekday Wine Tasting

1-7 p.m. — Virginia Beach Winery — $5 tasting fee — Sample six wines or enjoy slushees while bringing your own snacks.

All You Can Eat Pizza & Sk8

5-7:30 p.m. — SK8 House Virginia Beach — Admission includes pizza and skating — Indulge in unlimited cheese slices while enjoying roller skating fun for all ages.

Cybersecurity Networking Happy Hour

6-8 p.m. — The Casual Pint of Virginia Beach — Free entry — Connect with fellow cybersecurity enthusiasts over drinks and share insights in a relaxed setting.

La Fiesta Virginia Beach

3 p.m. — 24th Street Park — Ticketed event on Saturday — Celebrate the vibrant sights and sounds of Latin culture with authentic food and high-energy music.

Live Music with Cody Browning

11 PM – 2 AM — 5700 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach — Happy Hour 3-7 PM — Get ready to groove and enjoy electrifying live music!

La Fiesta 2025

3-6 p.m. — Oceanfront, 415 Atlantic Ave — Free entry — Celebrate summer with vibrant festivities by the beach in Virginia Beach.

City of Fairfax Band Hometown Concert

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with music, food trucks, and games at this hometown band concert.

Creative Expressions Performing Arts Camp with UPAC at The Z

Step into the spotlight July 8th-19th and unleash your creativity at Creative Expressions Performing Arts Camp, the ultimate summer experience for arts-enthusiasts in 3rd to 8th grade! The Underground Performing Arts Collective (UPAC) and The Z offer this innovative camp as a unique opportunity for young performers to explore their talents in music, dance, and drama, and collaborate to develop an original performance.