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Bayside Oddities

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: On The Main Boardwalk
Main Park Address: First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.

When

July 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Stop by this Chesapeake Bay display on your way to the beach to hear a short talk all about one of the nation’s most valuable waterways. Explore the geology, history, culture, and conservation of the incredible and iconic Chesapeake Bay region. Located by the entrance to the Main Boardwalk, this program is great for all ages. Visit the rangers and ask us all about the bay.

landscape view of the boardwalk on the dunes leading to the bay

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov