SGK Gun Show 
01/31/15 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
02/01/15 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
04/19/15 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
04/20/15 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
(757) 483-5385
http://www.guns-knives.com/index.php
Founded in 1982 by "Doc" Mendelson, SGK Gun Shows carries on the uniquely American tradition of Gun Shows. Catering to dealers and public alike, SGK currently produces gun shows on the East Coast. We are noted for organized, heavily advertised and well-attended shows. This acknowledgment comes from the administration and staff of the facilities we use, the security companies we employ, and the vendors and public who attend our productions. We are committed to providing our vendors with profitable customer oriented weekends. For the public, we strive to bring the best assortment of firearms and related products together for home defense, collecting, and sport shooting. We hope you enjoy our shows!
Admission $10 Children 13-17 $7 Children 12 and under free with adult 21 years or older

First Annual Achi Magazine NFDC (National Fashion Designer Competition
01/31/15 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
 1-855-829-7225
http://www.achimagazine.com/
Sales.Support@achimagazine.com
The 1st Annual ACHI Magazine National Fashion Designer Competition will be held on January 31, 2015 in the beautiful Virginia Beach, VA. This national competition is open to designers across the country. The focus of this competition is to bring attention to designers both local and national. This event will be televised. NFDC registration is open to designers until November 30th, 2014. Winners will receive $10,000 in cash and prizes.

VA Flower and Garden Expo 01/30/15 - 02/01/15
Friday, January 30, 2015 - 10am - 7pm
Saturday, January 31, 2015 - 10am - 7pm
Sunday, February 1, 2015 - 10am-5pm
(757) 481-2041
bbrawl@verizon.net
http://www.vafgs.org/

Produced by the Virginia Horticultural Foundation and Pilot Targeted Media, the Expo promotes horticultural education for everyone from professionals to the weekend enthusiast. This is the one time each year when Hampton Roads residents can get information on virtually every aspect related to flowers and gardening, at a single climate-controlled location. Experts and knowledgeable professionals will be there to discuss plants, plans, products and practices. More than a hundred vendors, exhibitors and displayers provide guests countless ideas and products they can use. Admission: $10

62nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Sports & Boat Show 02/06/15 - 02/08/15
Friday, February 6 Noon-9pm
Saturday, February 7, 10am-8pm
Sunday, February 8, 10am-5pm
(757) 222-5377
 vbcc@vbgov.com
http://vaboatshow.com/

If you've been thinking of buying a boat or upgrading what you currently have, now is the time to buy! All the big dealers will be under one roof, ready to show you their stock and make a deal. Whether you want to see the latest and greatest 2015 models or want a great deal on an unused 2014, you don't want to miss this chance to check them all out. The Boat Show offers plenty of family fun, too! There will be face painting for the kids and anglers clubs to teach you how to cast a net or tie a fly. Bring the family and learn how easy and affordable boating can be. A day on your boat is a relaxing way to reconnect with your family and is more affordable than you might think.
Admission Rates Adults - $8 Children 12 and under - FREE

Red Heartbeat Gala       
02/06/15 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm
(757) 385-2000
 www.theheartbeatgala.com
VIP Tickets
Includes VIP seating area, complimentary drink tickets and VIP giveaways
Dinner from 7-8pm
Tickets can also be purchased at the Virginia Beach Convention Center Business Center Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Individual $40 VIP $100

Leisure Expo     
02/06/15 - 02/08/15
Friday, February 6 Noon-9pm
Saturday, February 7, 10am-8pm
Sunday, February 8, 10am-5pm
(765) 340-9882
ecleisure@aol.com        
 www.eastcoastleisure.com
Spas, Fiberglass pools, swim spas, aboveground pools and patio furniture. Located alongside the Mid Atlantic Boat Show. Free Admission

 

Corporate Gray Job Fair
02/11/15 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
 (703) 690-6381
 Carl@CorporateGray.com
 http://www.corporategray.com/welcome
The Corporate Gray Job Fairs for the Military Community give you the opportunity to meet face-to-face with military friendly employers. You can also participate in our Virtual Military Job Fairs, which are for veterans nationwide. Both the in person and virtual events are FREE to all Job Seekers.    
Seminars:
How to Work a Job Fair-VEC-Mike Bogoslawski 1 hour 8 - 9 am
Federal Employment Workshop-RMEP-Paulina Thompson 1 hour 8 - 9 am

Excalibur Cup Gymnastics            
02/13/15 - 02/15/15     Open - Close
(757) 385-2000
http://gymnasticscup.com/excalibur-cup/
Come out for the Excalibur Cup -- a gymnastics invitational open to all levels! Equipped with 5 floors and 5 gyms, the Virginia Beach Convention Center is ready to host over 3,000 competitors, representing over 25 different states and 10 different countries. With all levels competing in the same location, it is sure to be a fun-filled, exciting time! There are two coaches parties, beach-front hotels for your accommodations, a free event t-shirt for every participating gymnast and coach, and, for every team with 50+ entires, a free flat screen TV! Don't miss out on the Excalibur Cup!

Virginia Beach Coin Show            
02/14/15 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
02/15/15 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
webmaster@tidewatercoinclub.org
http://www.tidewatercoinclub.org/
US and foreign coins & currency, domestic & foreign gold, medals & tokens, ancient coins & artifacts, and supplie.   Door prizes, raffles, and free gifts for the kids. FREE admission!

2015 Virginia Fire & Rescue Conference
02/19/15 - 02/22/15       
02/18/2015 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
02/19/2015 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
02/20/2015 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
02/21/2015 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
02/22/2015 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
(888) 818-0983
 dewdrinkers@verizon.net
http://vfca.us/index.php?bypassCookie=1
An annual conference featuring an exhibition of fire related products, services and apparatus as well as educational sessions to advance the knowledge and experience of fire department personnel.

VOW 2015 Bridal Show 
02/22/15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
(757) 222-5389
 Jocelyn.fetzer@pilotonline.com
www.vowbride.com
More than 100 of Hampton Roads finest bridal vendors together in the Virginia Beach Convention Center's ball room. Couture runway fashion show, specialty workshops throughout the afternoon and giveaways.
The pages of VOW Bride magazine will come to life as guest designers, wedding specialists and authors are a vital part of this year's show. An amazing couture runway show presenting stunning Designer gowns, tuxedos, flowers and special occasion fashions will inspire you.

Greenberg's Train and Toy Show             
02/21/15 - 02/22/15 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
 (630) 279-4087              
 frank@greenbergshows.com
http://www.greenbergshows.com/index.html
Since 1976, Greenberg's Train & Toy Show has been the largest traveling model train and toy show to serve the northeastern United States. The shows have been managed by Train Show, Incorporated since 2007 and have added new venues through the years to bring the show to even more places. TSI is the same company that manages the World's Greatest Hobby on Tour as well as the Great Midwest Train Show.
Adults $8 Kids 12 and under Free (ticket good both days)

2015 Annual Meeting Distributive Education Clubs of America    
02/24/15 - 03/01/15 Open - Close
(540) 868-8360
ryan.witzig@gmail.com
http://www.vadeca.org/
 DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. Join us in Virginia Beach, VA for a weekend of leadership, competition, and awards.

Taste of Hampton Roads             
03/03/15   VIP Reception (requires VIP ticket) 5:00 - 6:30 pm General Admission 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
757.627.6599
http://www.tasteofhamptonroads.org/
Join us for Taste of Hampton Roads - Fabulous Foodies Fighting Hunger! This after-work party provides funds for the Foodbank to purchase and distribute grocery products through nearly 400 Partner Agencies and Programs. Last year, in just ONE NIGHT, Taste of Hampton Roads raised hundreds of thousands of meals for food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, Kids Cafes�, BackPack Programs, and Mobile Pantries throughout Southeastern Virginia and on the Eastern Shore.         

Mid-Atlantic Home & Garden Show        
03/06/15 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
03/07/15 10:00 am - 6:00 pm    
03/08/15 10:00 am - 6:00 pm    
(757) 305-9029
http://midatlantichomeshow.com/
Join the Tidewater Builders Association for this fantastic event, featuring an exciting line-up of celebrities and home and garden experts,offering gardening activities that offer something for everyone in the family.Refresh and renew the inside and outside of your home with ideas and inspiration from more than 200 exhibitors offering everything from flooring to roofing to everything in between - plus ways to save energy and improve your indoor air quality.           
Admission: Adults $10 Military $8 Seniors (62+) $8 Kids 12 and under Free

State of the City of Virginia Beach Luncheon       
03/04/15 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
(757) 622-2312
ljones@hrccva.com
http://www.hamptonroadschamber.com/
The Chamber's State of the City Series has become the preferred forum for elected officials and mayors to communicate with their constituents and are often sold out events. State of the City addresses are annual updates of each city's progress over the past year and agenda for the year to come. Each address is held in the featured city and is given by the mayor of that city. This event is a forum for interaction among leaders in attendance.

Green School National Conference         
03/04/15 - 03/07/15 Open - Close
(800) 280-6218
 greenschoolsconf@ce.uoregon.edu
https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/conference/
The Green Schools National Network has created a "culture of collaboration," as a result of year-round networking and partnerships, and through an annual national conference. We bring together like-minded people committed to the creation and support of healthy, green and sustainable schools.

As the only national conference bringing together experts and stakeholders to influence sustainability throughout K-12 schools and school districts, the annual Green Schools National Conference has grown in terms of attendance and scope. Colleagues who share their passion and offer their own green schools experiences are put together in a true collaborative event with thought leaders and early adopters of green school best practices.   Attendees are passionate about transforming schools and the way they operate. The annual conference is designed to allow attendees to learn about creative strategies for success and to take home real-life tools that can transform schools.