Summer 2027 in Norfolk: city day camps (2026 ran June 8 to Aug. 7), Chesterfield outdoor pool, three indoor pools, splash pads and free Ocean View concerts.
Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. 2027 summer details are not out yet; we give the 2026 dates and say which year each is from. Facts come from Norfolk Parks and Recreation’s camps, pools and splash pads and aquatics pages, its 2026 summer camp overview (PDF) and Norfolk Festevents’ Ocean View Beach Park schedule.
Norfolk Public Schools’ last day is Friday, June 4, 2027. The city’s summer runs on three things: Parks and Recreation day camps at 11 community centers, the Chesterfield outdoor pool plus three indoor pools, and splash pads. On the Chesapeake Bay, Ocean View’s beaches have lifeguards from Memorial Day weekend.
Who to call
- Camps and pools: Norfolk Parks and Recreation, 757-823-4291, parksrec@norfolk.gov
- Chesterfield Outdoor Pool: 757-441-5410
- Norview splash pad and community center: 757-441-1440
- Emergency at a pool or beach: 911
City summer camps
From the city’s camps page and the 2026 overview, for 2026:
| Camp | Ages | Where | 2026 dates | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Explorers | 5 to 12 (must have finished kindergarten) | Bayview, Berkley, Crossroads, East Ocean View, Fairlawn, Huntersville, Norview, Sherwood Forest, Tarrallton and Titustown centers | June 8 to Aug. 7 | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Norfolk Navigators | 13 to 16 | Lambert’s Point Community Center | June 8 to July 31 | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
- Registration (2026): opened at 10 a.m. April 20, online only, at NorfolkFun. Campers must be Norfolk residents. Final payment was due in person by May 8.
- Fees (2026): $150 for Explorers sites and $50 at Lambert’s Point, the overview shows; Power Up discounts are available.
- The city posts a 2026 FAQ, a parent handbook and an inclusion form for campers who need accommodations.
The Norfolk Sheriff’s Office also runs youth camps through its foundation; its 2026 sessions were June 22-26 and June 29 to July 2 and filled up (sheriff’s office).
Pools
| Pool | Address | Phone | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Outdoor Pool | 2915 Westminster Ave. | 757-441-5410 | Summer only; Facility Use ID card required |
| Huntersville Indoor Pool | 830 Goff St. | 757-664-7431 | Indoor |
| Northside Indoor Pool | 8401 Tidewater Drive | 757-441-1760 | Indoor |
| Southside Aquatics Center | 1750 Campostella Road | 757-333-3281 | Indoor |
Indoor pools have lap swim and open swim times listed on each facility page, and the city runs swim lessons from infants to adults (aquatics). A Facility Use ID card gives year-round access to all recreation centers and pools; buy one at any recreation center or pool. The city’s new Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center lists an 8-lane, 25-yard lap pool with diving boards and an ADA-accessible therapy pool.
Splash pads
- Shoop Park Splash Pad, 2400 Shoop Ave.: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, June to August (city).
- Norview Community Center Splash Pad, 6380 Sewells Point Road: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (city).
- TowneBank Fountain Park in Town Point Park, beside Waterside Marina: an interactive fountain downtown (Downtown Norfolk Council).
Beaches and free summer concerts
Lifeguards worked daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Community Beach and Ocean View Beach from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day last summer; dogs are not allowed on the beach from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in that season. See parks and trails.
At Ocean View Beach Park, Norfolk Festevents ran free Big Bands on the Bay concerts on Sunday nights from 6 to 8 p.m., May 24 to July 5, in 2026, and a Friday and Saturday summer series from July 3 that ended with the Labor Day fireworks (schedule).
What this means for you
- Mark mid-April for camp registration; in 2026 it opened April 20 and needed in-person payment.
- Get a Facility Use ID card before Chesterfield pool opens.
- Fourth of July plans: see Fourth of July fireworks.
Related guides: kids’ activities in Norfolk, Memorial Day in Norfolk and Labor Day in Norfolk.
Frequently asked questions
When does Norfolk’s city summer camp start?
In 2026 the Norfolk Explorers camp for ages 5 to 12 ran June 8 to Aug. 7, and the Norfolk Navigators camp for ages 13 to 16 ran June 8 to July 31, both 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2027 dates come out in the spring.
When did registration open for Norfolk summer camps?
For 2026, online registration opened at 10 a.m. April 20, for Norfolk residents only, and final payment had to be made in person by May 8.
Where are the splash pads in Norfolk?
Shoop Park, 2400 Shoop Ave., is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, June through August, and Norview Community Center, 6380 Sewells Point Road, lists the same 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. hours. The interactive fountain in TowneBank Fountain Park at Town Point Park is downtown.
Does Norfolk have an outdoor public pool?
Yes. Chesterfield Outdoor Swimming Pool, 2915 Westminster Ave., opens for the summer season and needs a city Facility Use ID card. It is closed for the season now.
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