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Cary Hill 1741 is a private historical estate offering a unique venue for weddings, commitment ceremonies, corporate events and private parties. Complete with a pool house and private in ground slate surround swimming pool. Cary Hill 1741 is the perfect setting for intimate ceremonies and private, ‘close by’ country retreats! Visit our web site for more information!

Do something different for your next event with Spirit of Norfolk! A cruise on the Elizabeth River is the perfect venue for corporate or social gatherings, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, or simply entertaining guests. Offering dining, entertainment and sightseeing all in one place, Spirit turns your celebrations into unforgettable memories. New, improved and totally decked out, the recently renovated Spirit of Norfolk offers a dynamic experience on the water, complete with buffet dining, live DJ entertainment, onboard games and picture-perfect views from our rooftop deck. Group rates for 20 or more people. Cruising year round.

NOAH’S is an event venue for all of life’s events including weddings, corporate events and special occasions. With locations across the country, NOAH’S is the industry leader when it comes to providing unparalleled customer service and a versatile and beautiful venue for your event.

MEETING FACILITIES Hampton Room **The Hampton Room consists of the Foxhill Room, Buckroe Room, and the Phoebus Room, Which may all be rented separately. 3,036 S.F., detailed with elegant golden chandeliers. Accommodates 270 Theater, 230 Banquet, and 180 Classroom. Tidewater Room **The Tidewater Room consists of the Chesapeake Room and Suffolk/Portsmouth Room, which both may be rented separately. 1,998 S.F. Accommodates 160 Theatre, 140 Banquet, and 90 Classroom Boardrooms: Newport News Room, Yorktown Room, Jamestown Room, 408 S.F. Accommodates 40 Theatre, 30 Banquet, and 24 Classroom.

Mermaid Winery is located in the charming neighborhood Ghent. The mermaid is a mythical source of beauty that represents our vision to produce stunning wines. Our limited production wines are focused on articulating the characteristics of each varietal. Whether you are planning a Bridal Shower, Corporate Dinner, or Anniversary Party Mermaid Winery is the perfect venue for your upcoming function. To set up a site visit or get more information please reach out to Zoe!

Sparetimes is a full service family fun center. Complete with 32 lanes of bowling including automatic bumpers, game room pool tables full service snack bar & bar

At Grand Affairs, we want to create the perfect setting for your Wedding, Military event or Corporate social needs. Our event planners will personally take care of every detail, and will assist you in planning all types of occasions including holiday parties, company meetings, anniversaries, client appreciations, office parties, new location groundbreaking ceremonies at your site, our venue in Virginia Beach , or any site of your choice. Grand Affairs has provided personal, professional service in every aspect of wedding and social catering. Our customer's involvement is the key to our success and that is what we thrive on! Since you are planning the biggest day of your life, a milestone birthday or a special anniversary, we have many wonderful and unique options for you. In the Virginia Beach area, we feature our wedding chapel located adjacent to our chandeliered ballrooms. If you'd rather be outside with the sand between your toes, then consider our weddings on the Bay or Sandbridge Weddings.Plus we are one of the few venues in the area that has the capabilities of bringing the entire party, tents, tables, entertainment to your site or one of our 10 unique venues throughout the Hampton Roads area. Here at our place, or at any place of your choice, we'll make sure your day is a memorable "GRAND AFFAIR".

Set sail for adventure aboard the Yorktown Schooners Alliance and Serenity! 3 cruises daily from Riverwalk Landing Pier April to November.