The Boardwalk Art Show

The Boardwalk Art Festival has a long history in Virginia Beach. The festival started in 1952 with a small group of artists presenting their work. Today the festival showcases over 300 artists work from across the country and world!

The Boardwalk Art Festival is produced by the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) and is a proud tradition and an asset to the community. Christie Kelly, who is the MOCA’s Art Show Director said, “Virginia Beach is fortunate to have such a reputable art show that brings work of really talented people from across the country. It’s a wonderful history to keep up.”

The Festival is not just a fun event to attend it’s for a good cause. The event serves as MOCA’s primary fundraiser. The money raised will go into various programs at MOCA such as; educational programs, gallery maintenance, and other projects that couldn’t be accomplished without funding.

While you are browsing through 13 blocks of art work, you can fuel up on food at culinary row. 20 vendors will be on hand preparing delicious dishes. If you need to quench your thirst, the beer and wine garden is sure to have something for you.

If it’s your first time attending, Christie suggests to “give yourself time to enjoy the event and make a day of it.”

Whether it’s your 1st time or your 50th time, there is always something new to see!
Highlights

 · 300 Artists displaying their work
 · The Chrysler Museums Mobile Glass Blowing Hotshop will be on site doing demonstrations
 · Public Art Activity – Artist Trading Cards
 · Father’s Day Tea Dance
 · Board Walk Beach Club: $99 gets you VIP access to special events catered  lunch,  private bathrooms, private seating area.
 · Beer and Wine Garden
 · 20 Food Vendors
 · Live Performances by the Rhondels, The 2nd Wind Jazz Band and several others.

Art Show Hours:
Thursday, June 13th noon-8pm (New Thursday Hours for 2013!)
Friday, June 14th 10am-6pm
Saturday, June 15th 10am-6pm
Sunday, June 16th 10am-5pm

For more information visit http://virginiamoca.org/outdoor-art-shows/boardwalk-art-show

Cinco De Mayo in Hampton Roads

Cinco De Mayo is a day many in the U.S and certain regions of Mexico spend celebrating with food, drinks, family, and friends.

 

Hampton Roads has a variety of restaurants that will help you celebrate with delicious Mexican dishes and flavorful drinks. Here are the Vacation Channels top 4 places to spend the 5th of May.

 

1.Ole! Restaurante Mexicano- Located at 5191 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach. They will be offering specials on drinks and other menu items.

 

2. Pelons Baja Grill- Located at 738 W. 22nd St., Suite 15 Norfolk. They are offering .99 cent tacos and 3.00 margaritas! 

 

3. Plaza Azteca- Has numerous locations throughout the Peninsula but our favorites are 12099 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News or 1430 High Street, Williamsburg, VA . There will be live entertainment, giveaways and more! 

 

4. 3 Amigo’s- 3120 R, Kiln Creek Parkway, Yorktown. Stop in to enjoy $2 coronas and some great food.

 

Feel like staying in and having your own celebration at home? Try this quick and easy recipe for Enchiladas de Gringo.

• 1 Rotisserie Chicken (original seasoning)                                                                           
• 1 can of Green Chilies
• 3- 4 cans of Green Enchilada Sauce
• 1 Large white onion (chopped)
• 1 pound bag shredded Mexican Cheese
• 12 -10inch Flour tortillas 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a medium baking dish.
2. Fill each tortilla with equal amounts of chicken, cheese, onion, and green chilies reserving 1/4 cup cheese for topping. Roll tortillas to form enchiladas. Arrange enchiladas in the prepared baking dish. Cover with the enchilada sauce.
3. Bake enchiladas 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Top with reserved cheese, and continue baking 5 minutes, until cheese is melted.

For a drink we suggest, 1800 The Ultimate Margarita, which can be found pre mixed and ready to go at liquor stores.