Free Things to Do with Kids in Virginia Beach
13 free kid-friendly activities in Virginia Beach. No admission fees — parks, playgrounds, trails, and more. Age ratings and parent tips for every listing.
Highest rated: Cape Story Park, Fun Forest Playground, Kids Cove Playground. 12 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
Cape Story Park
4.8 starsCape Story Park is a neighborhood park in one of Virginia Beach's most charming residential communities — Cape Story by the Sea near the North End. Th
Fun Forest Playground
4.8 starsFun Forest Playground is one of the most popular family destinations in Chesapeake — a large, well-equipped playground inside the 100+ acre Chesapeake
Kids Cove Playground
4.8 starsKids Cove is one of the largest playgrounds in the Virginia Beach area, with multi-level climbing structures, slides, swings, and play areas sized for
Beach Park
4.7 starsBeach Park puts kids right on the Atlantic Ocean shoreline without the boardwalk hustle. Little ones love the open sandy beach, and the park's grassy
Grommet Island Park
4.7 starsGrommet Island is a fully inclusive playground specifically designed to be accessible to children of all abilities — which means it's better built for
FreeCape Story Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-10 — neighborhood park in the Cape Story by the Sea community
FreeFun Forest Playground
Ages: Best for ages 0-10 — large playground in Chesapeake City Park
FreeKids Cove Playground
Ages: Best for ages 0-10 — large community playground at Mount Trashmore Park
FreeBeach Park
Ages: All ages
FreeGrommet Island Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-10 — inclusive playground on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk
FreeMount Trashmore Park
Ages: All ages — one of Virginia Beach's most beloved public parks with something for everyone
FreeBayville Farms Park
Ages: All ages — nature park with farm history in the Bayside area
FreeRed Wing Park
Ages: All ages — beautiful park in the Dam Neck area with Japanese garden, playground, and dog park
FreeWilliams Farm Park
Ages: All ages — community park near the Landstown Commons area
FreeLittle Island Park
Ages: All ages
FreeLoch Haven Park
Ages: Toddlers to tweens
FreeGreat Neck Park & Indoor Pavilion
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
FreePrincess Anne Commons Gateway Park
Ages: Infants to big kids (best under 10)
Common Questions
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Virginia Beach?
- Virginia Beach has 13 free family-friendly activities. Top-rated picks include Cape Story Park, Fun Forest Playground, Kids Cove Playground, Beach Park, Grommet Island Park. All are free admission — no tickets needed.
- Are there free outdoor activities for kids in Virginia Beach?
- Yes — 12 of the 13 free activities in Virginia Beach are outdoors, including parks, playgrounds, and trails.
- What free activities in Virginia Beach are good for toddlers?
- 13 free activities in Virginia Beach are rated for toddlers (ages 1-3). Parent favorites: Cape Story Park, Fun Forest Playground, Kids Cove Playground.
- How many free activities in Virginia Beach are stroller-friendly?
- 13 of the 13 free activities in Virginia Beach are fully stroller-friendly.
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