One of the largest events on the East Coast celebrates all year long and wraps with a grand finale “Boardwalk Weekend” in September
2008 Neptune Festival Events are from May - September
Boardwalk Weekend is Friday, September 26th through Sunday, September 28
For more information call 757-498-0215 or visit www.neptunefestival.com
(Virginia Beach, VA. March 2008) - For more than three decades, the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival has transformed the resort city of Virginia Beach into a colorful and festive tapestry of special events and family memories. Celebrating its 35th year in 2008, the Neptune Festival remains the city’s largest event and one of the most successful festivals on the East Coast. It has been recognized as among the top 100 celebrations in the nation and continuously ranked as one of the top ten festivals in the region.
This year’s Neptune festivities kick-off in the spring, and the fun continues with a myriad of events and activities leading up to and throughout the month of September. The festival’s grand finale is “Boardwalk Weekend,” Friday, Sept. 26th through Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, when three spectacular days and nights overflow with activities ranging from sporting events, a grand parade and a sand sculpting competition to a boardwalk art and craft show, fireworks and live musical entertainment enticing residents and visitors from across the mid-Atlantic to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk.
2008 Event Schedule
5th Annual Neptune’s International Spring Wine Festival, 24th Street Park
Saturday, May 17
Tempt your taste buds with products from Australia, France, Chile, Italy, South America, New Zealand and South African in addition to California, North Carolina and Virginia vintages Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the gate. For ticket information call (757) 498-0215.
13th Annual King’s Invitational Golf Tournament, Bayville Golf Course
Tuesday, May 20
Come “swing with the King” at the 13th Annual King Neptune’s Golf Tournament. Hosted by the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, the tournament is held Tuesday, May 20, 2007, for the first time ever at the beautiful and pristine, Bayville Golf Course. For more information call (757) 498-0215.
11th Annual Neptune Festival Tennis Tournament
Friday June 20 through Sunday June 22
Will take place at the Virginia Beach Tennis and Country Club. Pre registration is required to participate. Viewing is free and open to the public. For information call 757-498-0215
35th Annual King Neptune’s Grand Ball & Presentation, The VA Beach Convention Center
Saturday, August 23
Kick off the Neptune Festival in style by attending the Grand Ball and Presentation. Enjoy an elegant evening of fine dining and spectacular sights. Tickets are available for $175 per person. For ticket information call (757) 498-0215.
9th Annual Endless Summer Beach Bash, Cavalier Beach Club
Friday, August 29
Celebrate a sparkling evening of dining, dancing and socializing overlooking the Atlantic shoreline. The festive evening annually welcomes more than 600 guests in imaginative attire from black tie to island wear dancing to the sounds of “Right On.” Tickets are available for $100 per person. For ticket information call (757) 498-0215.
18th Annual Seniors Gala, Virginia Beach Convention Center
Friday, September 12 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Enjoy a night with Hampton Roads seniors as they dance the jitterbug and the waltz to Big Bands sounds. King Neptune and his Royal Court will make their traditional appearance. Tickets are $5 per person. For ticket information call (757) 498-0215.
12th Annual Fall Wine Festival, Neptune’s Park 31st Street
Saturday and Sunday, September 13 -14
Leading Virginia vintners will set up shop on the Virginia Beach oceanfront this fall during the 12th Annual Neptune Festival Wine Tasting. Sip and savor Chardonnays, Merlots, Rieslings and more against a stunning oceanfront backdrop coupled with gourmet food, live music and specialty vendors. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the gate. For ticket information call (757) 498-0215.
26th Annual Sandman Triathlon, 24th Street Park
Sunday, September 14
The event begins with a 1K open ocean swim, followed by a 14-mile bike race and concludes with a 5K run along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk in a grueling test of stamina and physical conditioning. Exact street location for the race’s 1K swim starting point will be determined on race day and will be at 17th or 33rd streets. Pre-registration is required. Cash prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place winners in both the men and women’s divisions. Trophies will be awarded for the first, second, and third place finishers in each age group. For registration visit www.neptunefestival.com
