Meet a few of the 32 masters behind the magic! 🌟 The 2025 Neptune Festival brings world-class sand sculptors from around the globe to Virginia Beach for the International Sand Sculpting Championship, featuring the largest prize purse in the country! 🇺🇸🏆 Have you visited the Sandsculpting Gallery Yet? 📍8th Street Oceanfront Tent Open to the Public Fri, 9/26 – Sat, 9/27: 9am-11pm Sun, 9/28 – 9am-9pm Mon, 9/29 – Thurs, 10/2: 10am-6pm Fri, 10/3 – Sat, 10/4: 10am-9pm Sun, 10/5: 10am-6pm $7 entry
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Meet a few of the 32 masters behind the magic! 🌟 The 2025 Neptune Festival brings world-class sand sculptors from around the globe to Virginia Beach for the International Sand Sculpting Championship, featuring the largest prize purse in the country! 🇺🇸🏆 Have you visited the Sandsculpting Gallery Yet? 📍8th Street Oceanfront Tent Open to the Public Fri, 9/26 – Sat, 9/27: 9am-11pm Sun, 9/28 – 9am-9pm Mon, 9/29 – Thurs, 10/2: 10am-6pm Fri, 10/3 – Sat, 10/4: 10am-9pm Sun, 10/5: 10am-6pm $7 entry
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Let the sculpting begin! The Neptune Festival International Sand Sculpting Championship is officially underway! Artists from around the globe have just 4 days to bring their masterpieces to life before judging on Thursday evening 🏆 📍7th-8th Street 🛑 The tent is CLOSED to the public during sculpting hours: Mon 9/22 – Wed 9/24: 8AM–5PM Thurs 9/25: 8AM–2PM Tent Open to the Public Fri, 9/26 – Sat, 9/27: 9am-11pm Sun, 9/28 – 9am-9pm Mon, 9/29 – Thurs, 10/2: 10am-6pm Fri, 10/3 – Sat, 10/4: 10am-9pm
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Let the sculpting begin! The Neptune Festival International Sand Sculpting Championship is officially underway! Artists from around the globe have just 4 days to bring their masterpieces to life before judging on Thursday evening 🏆 📍7th-8th Street 🛑 The tent is CLOSED to the public during sculpting hours: Mon 9/22 – Wed 9/24: 8AM–5PM Thurs 9/25: 8AM–2PM Tent Open to the Public Fri, 9/26 – Sat, 9/27: 9am-11pm Sun, 9/28 – 9am-9pm Mon, 9/29 – Thurs, 10/2: 10am-6pm Fri, 10/3 – Sat, 10/4: 10am-9pm
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A huge thank you to the Chrysler Mobile Glass Studio for joining us all three days of Boardwalk Weekend at the Neptune Festival! 🌊🔥 Your live glassblowing demos were a true spectacle by the sea and brought the perfect spark to our Art & Craft Show. | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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A huge thank you to the Chrysler Mobile Glass Studio for joining us all three days of Boardwalk Weekend at the Neptune Festival! 🌊🔥 Your live glassblowing demos were a true spectacle by the sea and brought the perfect spark to our Art & Craft Show. | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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What a day at the Neptune Festival 8K! 🌊🏃‍♀️ SOLD OUT RACE! Huge congratulations to all the incredible runners who crossed that finish line, and a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing team of volunteers who made it all possible. See you at the next race! Neptune’s 8k Race is Sponsored by Virginia Army National Guard. | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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What a day at the Neptune Festival 8K! 🌊🏃‍♀️ SOLD OUT RACE! Huge congratulations to all the incredible runners who crossed that finish line, and a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing team of volunteers who made it all possible. See you at the next race! Neptune’s 8k Race is Sponsored by Virginia Army National Guard. | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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Don't miss the Neptune Festival Grand Parade this Saturday, Sept 27, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! From 16th to 32nd Street along Atlantic Ave., the whole family will love the colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and maybe even a royal sighting of Queen Neptune and her court! 👑 It's the perfect way to start your day, join us on the boardwalk for family fun all weekend long. The Neptune Festival Grand Parade is sponsored by: Dominion Energy First Atlantic Restoration
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Don't miss the Neptune Festival Grand Parade this Saturday, Sept 27, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! From 16th to 32nd Street along Atlantic Ave., the whole family will love the colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and maybe even a royal sighting of Queen Neptune and her court! 👑 It's the perfect way to start your day, join us on the boardwalk for family fun all weekend long. The Neptune Festival Grand Parade is sponsored by: Dominion Energy First Atlantic Restoration
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Get ready for the Neptune Festival Grand Parade! 🎉🌊Join us Saturday, September 27th at 11:30 AM for a vibrant procession along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront from 16th-32nd Street! 🚶‍♂️💃Want to be part of the action? You still have time to apply! Sign up by August 15th to participate! 🌟 https://www.neptunefestival.com/events/neptune-festival-grand-parade/ | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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Get ready for the Neptune Festival Grand Parade! 🎉🌊Join us Saturday, September 27th at 11:30 AM for a vibrant procession along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront from 16th-32nd Street! 🚶‍♂️💃Want to be part of the action? You still have time to apply! Sign up by August 15th to participate! 🌟 https://www.neptunefestival.com/events/neptune-festival-grand-parade/ | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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Thank you to all the amazing artists who make The Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show at the Boardwalk such a success! Your talent lites up the oceanfront. (25th-35th Streets) 🏆 We’re excited to announce this year’s award winners, selected by our 2025 judge, Kate Pittman, Executive Director of the ViBe Creative District. 1st - Leanne Moss VA # 2926 A Long Goodbye 2nd - Barbara Umbel FL # 3028 Maine Sea Urchin 3rd- Jenn Clemens, VA # 2606 Yggdrasil Merit Awards- Phillip Radcliffe VA # 2820 Untitle
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Thank you to all the amazing artists who make The Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show at the Boardwalk such a success! Your talent lites up the oceanfront. (25th-35th Streets) 🏆 We’re excited to announce this year’s award winners, selected by our 2025 judge, Kate Pittman, Executive Director of the ViBe Creative District. 1st - Leanne Moss VA # 2926 A Long Goodbye 2nd - Barbara Umbel FL # 3028 Maine Sea Urchin 3rd- Jenn Clemens, VA # 2606 Yggdrasil Merit Awards- Phillip Radcliffe VA # 2820 Untitle
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What an unforgettable evening at the Neptune Festival Seniors Gala! Over 500 guests came together for a night of dancing, live music, and celebration with the Royal Court. 💃🎶 Huge thanks to Glen Boswick & the Sound of Swing for keeping the energy high and to our amazing sponsors, AARP & Sentara, for making it all possible. @aarp @sentarahealth | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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Ride the Wave at the Neptune Surfing Classic! Catch all the action at 2nd Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront during the Neptune Festival! All weekend: September 27 & 28 Starts at 7:30 AM All ages welcome, from groms to seasoned pros! Hosted by the Eastern Surfing Association and proudly sponsored by Atlantic Surf Shop. Come support local talent and celebrate surf culture at the beach! | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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A melodic beginning to a summer series by the sea! The Neptune Festival Symphony by the Sea was the perfect way to kick off a season of music, magic, and memories. 🌊🎻 Join us for more beautiful tunes under the stars: August 7, August 14, August 21, August 28. All concerts are from 7:30–9:00pm at the 31st St. Park Stage. | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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The 51st Annual International Sandsculpting Championship returns to the Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend in Virginia Beach! SAVE THE DATE: the Sandsculpting gallery opens September 26 – October 5. 🔱Bring the whole family to explore an incredible display of world-class sand art, created by master sculptors from around the globe.Stay tuned for the sculptor lineup and family-friendly fun all festival long! | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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🌊 We’re thrilled to welcome our incredible visiting sculptors to Hampton Roads for the Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend! ✨ The International Sand Sculpting Championship kicks off next week; artists begin carving their masterpieces Monday at 8 AM! Many thanks to Norfolk International Airport for the warm welcome and hospitality. Let the fun begin! 🎉 | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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THIS THURSDAY 📣 Neptune Festival's Symphony by the Sea Concert Series makes its grand return in 2025 for the 14th Season of concerts! Located in 31st Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, all concerts are a FREE musical offering to residents and visitors. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, as the concerts are well-attended and will fill the park. Thursday, July 10- 7:30pm, Virginia Symphony Orchestra Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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VA Beach Neptune Festival on Instagram: "Ride the Wave at the Neptune Surfing Classic! 🌊 Catch all the action at 2nd Street, Virginia Beach Oceanfront during the Neptune Festival! 🏄‍♂️ All weekend: September 27 & 28 Starts at 7:30 AM All ages welcome, from groms to seasoned pros! Hosted by the Eastern Surfing Association and proudly sponsored by Atlantic Surf Shop. @surfesa @atlanticsurfcompany Come support local talent and celebrate surf culture at the beach! 🏆🌊"
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Introducing the first-ever Queen Neptune of the Neptune Festival, Buffy Barefoot and Gentleman Jason Barefoot, Triton of Court 40! 🌊👑 Honored to lead as Ambassadors of Virginia Beach’s iconic celebration, bringing waves of excitement, elegance, and energy to the shores. Let the festivities begin! #NeptuneFestival #QueenNeptune #VirginiaBeach | Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
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🍷 Sip into Fall with Neptune Festival! 🎶Join us for TWO days of wine, music, and mouthwatering bites at the Neptune Festival Fall Wine Festival! 🍇🌊�🗓️ Choose your day:�Friday, Sept 12 | 4–8 PM�Saturday, Sept 13 | 12–5 PM🍷 Sample from a variety of Virginia wineries�🥂 New this year: Zero-proof options!�🎵 Live Music Lineup:�Friday�4–6 PM: Disco at the Dunes�6–8 PM: Lost ColonySaturday�12–2 PM: Ever After Duo�2:30–5 PM: The Getdown🍴 Food Trucks You’ll Love:�Friday�✨ Glazed and Infuzed – Hot
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Huge congratulations to Edward Obermeyer, our official 2025 Neptune Festival Poster Artist! Your stunning fusion of surf photography and intricate painting captures the spirit of the ocean and the essence of our festival. We’re so grateful for your continued dedication to the Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show, your work inspires us all! 🔱🖼️🌊Many thanks to our Sponsor of The Royal Order, Towne Bank. Additional thanks to our Event Sponsors, Black Tie Beach Shop and VA Beach Gallery. Beautiful e
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