Events
Free and fun for the whole family, Norfolk NATO Festival offers a number of exciting events that celebrates international engagement.
Norfolk NATO Festival Flag Raising
Celebrate the bond between the city of Norfolk and NATO at this colorful display of NATO Member Nation flags that includes representation from all NATO Nations and performances by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band.
Thursday, April 22, 5 PM
SCOPE Plaza
74th Annual Parade of Nations
The only parade in the U.S. to honor NATO features over 100 parade units including U.S. and international bands, military units, community groups and floats representing ever NATO Member Nation!
Saturday, April 24, 11 AM
Downtown Norfolk
Norfolk NATO Festival International Village
Join in a celebration and appreciation of our local NATO Headquarters. Interact with NATO Representatives and explore international heritage with cultural performances, international art, cuisine, and craft beers. Come celebrate with the whole family in a European Street fair atmosphere in Downtown Norfolk.
Saturday, April 24, 12:30 PM
Downtown Norfolk
NATO NIGHT AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO
Thursday, April 22, is NATO Night at Virginia International Tattoo.