Welcome to Neptune’s Weekly - Your Guide to Virginia Beach’s News and Weekend Events

🌊 The Coastal Update  

Pharrell Makes Waves with $565M Virginia Beach Surf Park

Hometown hero Pharrell Williams is diving into yet another venture, and this one's making a serious splash in Virginia Beach. The multi-hyphenate star is taking on the role of wave pool developer for the massive Atlantic Surf Park project, a cool $565 million investment that's transforming the old Virginia Beach Dome site.

Remember when Pharrell was just that guy making catchy beats? Now he's designing for Louis Vuitton, starring in Lego movies, and apparently, creating artificial waves. Talk about career evolution!

The 2.6-acre Wavegarden surf lagoon sits at the heart of the ambitious Atlantic Park entertainment district. It's a smart nod to local heritage - Virginia Beach proudly claims to be the birthplace of East Coast surfing. Having their famous son involved just adds the perfect hometown connection.

The project isn't just about catching waves. The year-round district packs in a live entertainment venue, office space, housing, and unique shopping and dining options, all with that authentic Virginia Beach vibe.

Wavegarden, already making waves with surf parks across five continents including Australia's URBNSURF in Sydney and Melbourne, plans to open this latest venture in early Summer 2025. For local surfers tired of waiting for the perfect Atlantic swell, those consistent manufactured waves can't come soon enough.

🥘 Local Eats Spotlight 

Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill: Looking for the best oceanfront dining? Stop searching. Tulu Seaside Bar and Grill serves up fresh, locally sourced meals all day—plus handcrafted cocktails made with real ingredients and local spirits. Kick back on our breezy seaside patio, soak in the views, and taste the difference. Tulu isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a way of life. Come see for yourself!

🎉 Weekend Rundown 

Friday 2/28

🎷 Rhythm Live!: Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. This performance combines the energy of Caribbean and Western African music with exciting choreography to deliver the cultural history of Trinidad through its unique musical past.

🤠 Professional Bull Riding: Experience the electrifying rush of Professional Bull Riding!

Saturday 1/1

🎉 Mardi Gras: Head over to the Aslin Beer Company for a little Mardi Gras celebration.

🍫 Make your own Chocolate Bar: Ready to unleash your inner Willie Wonka? Well then head over to The Royal Chocolate this Saturday from 11am to 2pm to create your own one of a kind chocolate bar! Ages 6+ (Including Adults!)

🦪 Oyster Roast: Eat Oysters with a good cause by checking out this Oyster Roast hosted by Awareness Hike. Looks like a fun filled day with Raw and Roasted Oysters, BBQ, and Live Music!

📺️ Anime Concert: Big anime fan? If so then check out this Anime Concert where it is a mix between a concert and a convention. Think of all the fun stuff you love at conventions like cosplaying, vendors, etc… but at a rock show.

🧘 Morning Yoga: Neptune’s Fury is having a morning yoga class this Saturday at 9am!

🚗 Classic Cars and Coffee + Farmers Market: Check out some classic cars and a farmers market!

💥 CommonCon: Get ready, Virginia Beach! CommonCon is bringing a comic-inspired celebration to Commonwealth Brewing Co. on March 1st, 12–6 PM. Enjoy live music, a costume contest, special guests, arcade games, unique vendors, and, of course, amazing craft beer.

Sunday 1/2

🦪 VBVRS Oyster Fest: Support the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad Oyster Fest this Sunday at the Virginia Beach Convention Center from 1pm-5pm! There will be all you can eat Raw Oysters (Virginia Eastern Shore Seasides), Stewed and Fried Oysters, Clam Chowder, and Pork BBQ & Delicious Sides.

🎭️ The Voice on the Prairie: Regent University is preforming the classic play The Voice on the Prairie this Sunday at 2:30pm. Don’t miss it!

☕️ Cars and Coffee: If you’re a big car enthusiast check out this event where you can bring the whole family to see vintage and modern cars!