Upon entry, there are lines for security. Check in is usually seamless and moves pretty fast…read more I've been to the dome so far for 3 concerts. 2 of them were standing room and the other there were seats. For the first concert, I had to stand way in the back and unfortunately i wasn't able to see much. The dome doesn't have any screens of the stage so if you don't have a good view of the stage, you're kinda screwed. Thankfully the other two shows i was up fairly close so the view was great but any further back it's kinda blah. Sound system is great but i really wish they had screens of the stage on the sides like most bigger venues do. At the second show, one of my friends got pizza and it was terribleeee it was so low effort, yet expensive. The drinks are also fairly high, but i do expect that in Virginia Beach. The seats were also extremely tight, it was a task trying not to bump those next to me or even have enough arm room. There is a parking garage attached to the dome, which most times you can pay for along with your ticket(s), however, I wouldn't park there unless you plan on leaving the show before the let out. There are other nearby parking lots that are a block or two away that are more convenient.

I thoroughly enjoyed this venue. We got dropped off right by our entrance and made it through…read moresecurity rapidly. Every worker we interacted with was nice. Bathrooms were clean and vending lines moved quickly. The sound was good. Afterwords we walked to a nearby bar and got picked up there after a couple drinks. Would definitely attend more concerts here.

I have lots of fun there and the staff is wonderful…read more Security is fun to talk to and so are the bartenders. It really makes you wonder how much fun it is when the club is closed.

Peabody's has been open since 1967, wow! I lived nearby and went to an L7 show here when I lived…read moreOceanfront in Virginia Beach. I didn't frequent Peabody's since I have never been a person who loves dancing or DJs. Also, I was outside of Peabody's target demographic of 18-24 year-olds. This was during my "bitter chick rock" phase that still rears its head now and then, and one of my favorite bitter chick bands was L7! I saw their show at Peabody's on April 15, 1997. It was a great venue for this raw, bitter, loud band with a house packed and standing room only of fans trying their best to make a mosh pit. I guess Hole was my second favorite bitter chick band. Back to the L7 show. Classified as grunge, punk, and metal, I think L7 is more chick punk. Their guitarist was unavailable this night, and they replaced her with a local Va Beach chick guitarist who did a great job. The locals recognized her, I didn't. Smoking was allowed inside, and this audience was pretty aggressive for the times, with a lot of college aged guys wearing backwards baseball caps. That's fine, until the guys use their ballcaps as weapons to poke me in the forehead and face to try to keep me out of their mosh pit making range. The goal of the audience was to get to stage front. The audience even resorted to using cigarette lighters to burn each others clothes. Who does this? This show was during "The Beauty Process" tour and the setlist was great with songs from previous CDs including "L7" and other previous music. Par for the course, during "Cat-O-Nine Tails," a guy in leather bondage was brought on stage and then whipped with a whip by Donita, the lead singer. I'm confident this was just a show, and the poor guy wasn't hurt. "The Masses are Asses" is another L7 tune I like. Why no fifth star? The bouncers were interesting. They waited for patrons to make their way to the stage and for the most part, escorted the patron to the door - kicking nearly each one out. The crowd was "elbow to elbow" making it clear it was difficult to just take an overly rowdy and rough patron from the center of the crowd to kick them out. Still, the bouncers were sophomoric, and should have managed the crowd better. I'm happy to have seen L7, I'm happy my party were hurt, and I'm happy Peabody's provided a sizeable venue for an alternative show in the late 90s!

Neptune's Park is a must-visit if you're in Virginia Beach. That giant bronze statue of King…read moreNeptune? It's basically the Eiffel Tower or Big Ben of the Oceanfront; towering, iconic, and perfect for photos. I got an amazing pic there with my little brother that I'll always treasure. The park itself is a chill, grassy space right off the boardwalk, often buzzing with live music and people just soaking up the vibe. It's the perfect spot to relax after a stroll or while waiting for the next show to start, there's also beach access not too far from the park if you want to feel the sand in-between your toes, soak up the sun, or hop in the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounding the park is a whole world of things to do; plenty of places to eat, drink, and shop within walking distance. Whether you're in the mood for seafood, a cocktail, or something sweet, it's all right there. Great views, good energy, and that unforgettable Neptune statue this spot is a Coastal Virgina staple for tourists and locals alike.

I went to Neptune Park to participate in the SOLD OUT She Crab Soup competition…read more It was a great experience. The restaurants really came out for this competition. There was even the Food Network doing a special! The only downfall was that the space was crowded! I definitely believe they should move it to a larger park either in VB or Norfolk. The winner was Tempt! 100000/10 recommend.

Beach Street USA has FREE concerts at every corner…read more Among Beach Street USA is the 17th Street Stage. Nice! There are few other Stages and Parks, too.

Beach Street USA is one of the best reasons to head down to the Oceanfront. It's fun for locals and…read moretourists alike. It's a schedule of events, including live music and activities like kite flying or hermit crab racing, and weekend festivals like Latin Fest or Gospel Fest located all along the Oceanfront. The Beach Street USA stages are throughout the boardwalk strip: 7th Street Stage 13th Street Stage 17th Street Park 24th Street Park 25th Street Park 31st Street Park (Neptune's Park) Little Island Park Best of all, it's FREE! Check out the website for a full events schedule.

Love coming here when they have live music and when the grill is up and running. It's a completely…read moreoutdoor spot behind the gas station that has a full bar, plenty of space and games for kids to run around in, plus a grill that offers decent food at decent prices. Their beer selection on tap has something for everyone, their specialty cocktails have a nice beach vibe and the THC selection here is offered in both 5 and 10 mg amounts which I really appreciate. One thing I wish they'd upgrade is the bathroom situation. There's only one, it's one stall and on busy nights here the line is long and the bathroom gets kind of gross towards the end of the night. But for everything else this spot offers (good music, food, drinks and vibes) I'm willing to tolerate the single bathroom.

This is a huge outdoor area behind the restaurant (Coastal Cravings) that has an outdoor bar and…read moregrill. We cameon Wednesday for Yappy Hour, their weekly dog event hosted by Outer Barks (a local dog boutique just down the road). It's a great place to hang out, have a drink, and listen to live music.

This venue is very small and has a "homey" vibe to it. I…read morelike the location because it's out in the country and a way out from all the bustle and noise! It appears very unassuming from the outside. At night, there are some really nice lights that come on. There also seemed to be an outdoor stage setup. The concert I saw was amazing and everything sounded great. My only complaint: most of the patrons were so loud and obnoxious and more interested in their own drunken banter, which made it difficult to hear the music even though I was front row. If you're going to a concert (or doing anything else for that matter) and feel the need to get drunk or high in order to enjoy it, then that's a problem of your own that needs to be addressed and dealt with properly, not by subjecting others to it and robbing them of their own natural ability to live life. Other than that, it was a great evening. Nice place and I wouldn't mind returning to see another show. I just hope that the crowd there will want to see a show too and not take away from who we actually pay to see.

Go! It's fun. Great music. Polite volunteers run the joint. Park like setting. Bring your most…read morecomfortable chair, buy a beer, lean back and enjoy the show.

First time st this venue for Jelly Roll concert! The parking was organized with cones and staffers…read moreproviding directional guidance which parking lot to go to and which space to park. It got unusually dark very fast and there was torrential rain downpour 30 minutes before 7pm start but swift decision was made for the show to have delayed start until further notice. Thank goodness for not cancelling the concert altogether! The concert finally started at 9pm but was well worth it. The amphitheater itself accommodated a lot of people, was told full house at 20k people! The acoustics was great but what's even better is the strategic location of jumbo screens where regardless of where you are on the lawn section, you get clear view of the screen. Concession stands provided a wide variety of food and beverage options: $2 hotdogs, Mac & cheese which you can add chili and barbecue sauce toppings. There are chicken tenders, 2 for $10. Recommend that they offer hot drinks like coffee, tea or hot chocolate for non-alcoholic drinkers. The guest services staff were efficient in giving out free beverage tickets for designated drivers: you handful show license ID and your companion whom you're driving home. They were also very strict in enforcing clear bags or small dimensioned bags. I had to check mind in, given a ticket for it and claiming my bag at the end of the show was organized and quick. The wait to drive out of the parking lot was organized but very slow! Over-all great experience!

A solid venue with good sightlines and a well-run operation. The layout makes it easy to navigate,…read moreseating offers clear views of the stage from most sections, and acoustics are strong for an outdoor amphitheater. Entry and security are handled efficiently, staff is helpful and visible, and the overall flow before and after events is smoother than many venues of similar size. Concessions are typical for a concert venue--adequate selection, though pricing is on the higher side. Parking is organized and manageable, which goes a long way in keeping the experience stress-free. A dependable concert destination that delivers a quality live-music experience without unnecessary hassle.

The Norva is just going banger after banger. Had to come see Hippie Sabotage! Transformational…read moreshow. Great security team. Very courteous staff and very clean. Still didn't eat here but the vibe was fantastic!

I did not particularly love my first visit to The Norva. The upstairs was blocked off for…read moremembers-only but that wasn't communicated in advance. There's no re-entry, and my boyfriend was hoping if we arrived early, he could find a seat up there. Instead, we had to wait for the concert to start an hour later while absolutely freezing our tushes off. It was absurdly cold. Even through the main act, the entire night was frigid. He's a bigger guy and he even said he was chilly. I purchased a long-sleeved shirt from the headliner, and that helped a bit but not enough. And yes, we were in the heart of the crowd. I've really never experienced that at a venue before, and hopefully it was just a fluke? I'd return but only if it's a band I really-really-really want to see.