Good Morning Virginia Beach!

It is a big festive weekend in Virginia Beach and we packed this newsletter with updates you will not want to miss. From our very first Dinner Club next week to exciting new restaurant openings, holiday fun all over the city, and grants supporting local artists, there is something for everyone to explore.

Let’s dive in and get you caught up on everything happening around town.

— Kim Checcio

Poll Results: The Great Christmas Tree Debate

The votes are in! We asked whether you're Team "Turkey First" or Team "Tinsel Now."

74% of you wait until after Thanksgiving to put up your tree!

The majority are holding strong to tradition, but we see you, 26% who've already got your trees twinkling!

Whether you're stringing lights this weekend or waiting until December, the right time is whenever it brings you joy. 🎄

Thank you to our local sponsors who make this newsletter possible

Laser MADE Simulated Range:
High-Tech Training and Family-Friendly Fun in Virginia Beach

Looking for something new, fun, and surprisingly family friendly here in VB? Laser MADE Simulated Range is bringing high-tech training and playful experiences to locals of all ages.

Laser MADE Simulated Range offers realistic laser simulations for sharpening skills, plus family friendly games perfect for groups, birthdays, and date nights. The environment is completely safe with zero live ammo or noise, and their new mobile trailer now brings the experience directly to events and local organizations.

Ready to check out Virginia Beach’s newest experience? Click to read the full article.

THE WEEKLY SCOOP

Creative Grants for Local Artists

Virginia Beach is investing in creativity and community, and applications are now open for grants that support local artists and neighborhood arts initiatives. These programs are designed to spark murals, performances, community projects, and creative collaborations that brighten and strengthen our city.

📅 Applications now open; next virtual workshop: Dec. 11 at 4 p.m.
📍 City of Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission

If you have an idea that brings people together through art, now is the perfect time to apply. Spread the word and support the creative energy that makes Virginia Beach shine. Learn more here.

VB Living Dinner Club — First Dinner Is Next Week

Our very first VB Living Dinner Club kicks off next week and we have only a few seats left. This new monthly experience is designed to help locals meet new people, try great restaurants, and build deeper community connections in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Each dinner brings together six people who are matched based on interests, lifestyle, and personality, creating an easy way to make meaningful connections over a great meal. If you have been wanting to get more plugged into our community, this is a fun and low-pressure way to do it.

Seats are limited. Grab your spot for next week’s dinner here.

Mi Vida Is Officially Opened at Atlantic Park

Mi Vida has arrived in Virginia Beach and it is already becoming one of our new favorite spots. The D.C.-based restaurant group Knead Hospitality and Design brought their award winning Mexican concept to Atlantic Park, marking the brand’s first location in the state. The ambiance is beautiful, the service was wonderful, and every dish I tried was delicious. And trust me, save room for the espresso flan. It is worth every bite.

Mi Vida features tacos from regions across Mexico, cochinita, smashburger tacos, new fajita options including vegetarian and vegan, and a lineup of shareable small plates. It is part of Knead’s continued expansion, with nearly 200 local jobs created between Mi Vida and The Grill, their upscale steakhouse opening next week.

Our VB Living reel from opening week has already hit 50k views and has been shared nearly 3k times. If you want a first look at the vibe, the food, and the energy of the night, click here to watch it on Instagram. You will see exactly why everyone is talking about this new addition to Atlantic Park.