Events

Free and fun for the whole family, Norfolk NATO Festival offers a number of exciting events that celebrates international engagement.

Joint Navy Concert

In a celebration of friendship, please join us for a special performance between the Musique de la Marine Nationale (National Band of the French Navy) and the United States Fleet Forces Band. This special performance will honor the 400^th anniversary of the French Navy.

Sunday, April 12, 3 PM

Harrison Opera House

Tickets to this FREE event can be reserved by clicking here.

Norfolk NATO Festival Flag Raising

April 16, 2026

5:00 PM

SCOPE Plaza
73rd Annual Parade of Nations

April 18, 2026

12:00 PM

Downtown Norfolk
Norfolk NATO Festival International Village

April 18, 2026

1:30 PM

Town Point Park

NATO NIGHT AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO

Thursday, 4/16/26, is NATO Night at Virginia International Tattoo.

Tickets

TAKE TRANSIT!

If you’re heading to Town Point Park for the Norfolk NATO Festival International Village and the Parade of Nations, avoid the traffic and take the Tide light rail with Hampton Roads Transit to either the Civic Plaza, MacArthur Square, or Monticello stations. Hop on board for just $2 each way. Kids ride free with a paying adult.