Community Centers and Meetups
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation Centers – Host fitness classes, family events, and social gatherings
Norfolk Recreation Centers – Offer sports leagues, after-school programs, and community events.
Hampton & Newport News Community Centers – Great for family activities, art classes, and more.
Chesapeake & Suffolk Parks & Rec – Host seasonal festivals, community groups, and volunteer opportunities.
Fleet and Family - An essential resource for military families in the area to connect with other military families. They host regular activities like trivia nights, fitness programs, craft nights, and more.
Childrens Groups
The Children's Museum of Virginia (Portsmouth) – Interactive exhibits and special events perfect for meeting other families.
Virginia Zoo (Norfolk) – Special programs, memberships, and events make it a great place to connect with other parents.
MomCo Groups – Available at many local churches for moms looking to connect, although this is originally a faith-based organization they welcome all moms from any background to join.
Volunteer
Volunteer Hampton Roads – Connect with nonprofit organizations and meet others while giving back.
Social Media
Virginia Military Families on Facebook - This group encompasses all family members of military stationed (getting stationed or might be stationed) in Virginia. Also open to retired military members and prior military members.
Interest Groups
Pack Training - A local running club helping you train for the next marathon with a community of great people
HRRC - A local rowing group that offers learn to row classes to help you get started if it's your first time.
Cycling VA - This is a great resource for all cyclists in the area to connect with local groups and find events for all skill levels.
VCFA - Virginia Coast Fly Anglers club is a great place to meet other fishing enthusiasts in the area.
Meetup - This website will help you find a local group no matter what you enjoy, from knitting to kayaking, from book clubs to ballroom dancing, this is a great resource to find a new hobby or share a current one.