Your guide to life in Coastal Virginia
Discover our seven cities through local stories, neighborhood guides, things to do and the businesses that make this region home.
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier. Photo: BB DESIGN STOCK
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About these local photographs
Mount Trashmore Park: Kubigula, CC BY-SA 3.0. First Landing State Park: Virginia State Parks staff, CC BY 2.0. Town Center (2008): Mojo Hand (formerly Kubigula), CC BY-SA 3.0. Images resized/cropped for layout; adapted CC BY-SA images retain that license.
NAS Oceana family homecoming (September 5, 2022): U.S. Navy photo by Michael Botts, public domain. An archival local photograph, not a portrayal of a current move. The appearance of U.S. Department of War (DoW) visual information does not imply or constitute DoW endorsement.
Local stories · Expert voices · Things to do
This week on CVA
Maritime technology · Virginia Beach
Orca AI Defense opens its first U.S. office in Virginia Beach
The local office connects a maritime AI business with the region’s defense and port community.
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Date night · Norfolk
Dinner, wine & time together at Varia
An Italian dinner, a little wine discovery and live music: a plan for an evening at The Main.
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Expert perspective
Could your business run without you?
Kim Nelson of Anchor Legal Group on preparing your business for the days you cannot be there.
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High school sports · Norfolk
Maury football: follow the Commodores
Catch up with Maury football, recent results and the next dates on the schedule.
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ODU football
Make it a Monarchs game day
Build your fall football plans around ODU’s schedule, tickets and game-day information.
Plan your game day →Local perspective
City Council & Virginia Beach National
Jason Dye’s commentary on a local decision and the community’s next chapter.
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Out & about
Find your next fall outing
Festivals, family plans and seasonal events—with dates, venues and organizer details to help you go.
Explore local events →Relocation, Real Estate & Home Services
Moving to Coastal Virginia takes more than choosing a city. CVA connects relocation guides, neighborhood information, real estate resources, home services, senior living, schools, and local service providers.
Photo credits
Sandbridge dunes: Brent Hoard, CC BY 2.0; cropped for display. Real estate: Makayla Asuncion. Home services: Blue Bird.
For local businesses & the people they serve
Business & Industries
Find local expertise, useful articles and the services you need. Choose an industry to explore its specialties and local businesses.
About these photos
Photos illustrate service categories; they do not identify or endorse a listed provider. Senior-care planning photo: Kampus Production. Wellness image: First Landing State Park, Virginia State Parks staff, CC BY 2.0, cropped.
Port & Maritime. Government Contracting.
Follow the working waterfront, cargo and local suppliers in Port & Maritime. Explore bid preparation, contractor services and official buying channels in Government Contracting. Choose your starting point below.
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Explore Coastal Virginia by City
Start with the city that matters to you. Each CVA city hub connects neighborhoods, commercial areas, events, businesses, guides, relocation resources, and local services.
Beaches, neighborhoods, tourism, restaurants, home services, events, and waterfront living.
Explore Virginia BeachA waterfront city shaped by naval history, arts, dining, higher education, and distinct neighborhoods along the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay.
Explore NorfolkA city of waterways, rural communities, suburban neighborhoods, business corridors, parks, and family resources from Greenbrier to Great Bridge.
Explore ChesapeakeA historic waterfront city with Olde Towne, the working harbor, museums, local dining, neighborhoods, businesses, and community events.
Explore PortsmouthExpanding residential communities, rural areas, commercial corridors, local services, parks, restaurants, and family resources across Suffolk.
Explore SuffolkWaterfront neighborhoods, historic sites, Coliseum-area businesses, events, tourism resources, local services, and community guides across Hampton.
Explore HamptonShipbuilding, waterfront areas, historic neighborhoods, parks, museums, local businesses, events, and community resources across Newport News.
Explore Newport NewsExplore 500+ Neighborhoods & Areas
CVA organizes Coastal Virginia through real neighborhoods, waterfront districts, commercial corridors, shopping areas, and local centers — not just broad city pages.
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Sponsored community event · January 9, 2027
A night out for our waterways
Sunk Ship Gala IV · The Gala 417 · 5–10 p.m.
Meet the people behind VDRF’s vessel-removal work and help support cleaner local waterways. Explore the gala, its mission and sponsorship opportunities.
Read the feature & explore the gala →For Local Businesses
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CVA helps local businesses build authority through business profiles, featured placements, sponsor modules, expert content, category visibility, and city/neighborhood positioning across Coastal Virginia.
