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5th Street Beach Stage
4.6(188)4.6 out of 5 stars, 188 reviews Virginia Beach, VA
About 5th Street Beach Stage
5th Street Beach Stage is a unique outdoor venue specifically for music festivals on Virginia Beach, offering a 'chilled & relaxed Beachy Vibes' atmosphere. It's known for incredible outdoor sound quality and being bug-free during events. While the venue itself focuses on live music, the surrounding Atlantic Ave strip provides additional shops for food, souvenirs, and 'amusement spots'.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with teenagers who are enthusiastic about live music and festival experiences.Parents seeking a relaxed, adult-oriented beach entertainment option where older children might also find enjoyment.Visitors to Virginia Beach looking for a unique concert experience with a 'chilled' vibe.Couples or groups with older children/teens who appreciate outdoor music and a lively atmosphere.**Teens/Young Adults (13+):** Highly suitable for this age group, especially those interested in live music and a festival atmosphere. They can appreciate the bands, sound quality, and relaxed vibe.
Why families love it
- Hosts various music festivals with diverse genres (e.g., Reggae/Calypso, rock like ZZ Top and The Wallflowers).
- Outdoor beach setting allows for a unique experience of sitting directly on the sand while listening to live music.
- Sound quality is 'incredible for many blocks', even outdoors, ensuring a great audio experience.
- Reviewers specifically noted 'No bugs in the air or in the sand', a significant plus for an outdoor beach venue.
- The overall atmosphere is described as 'Chilled & relaxed Beachy Vibes'.
- Part of a larger entertainment area on the Atlantic Ave strip that includes shops for food, souvenirs, and 'amusement spots'.
Insider tips
- Be prepared for sand – wear appropriate footwear or bring towels for seating.
- Check the specific festival or concert lineup in advance, as music genres vary widely (Reggae/Calypso, rock, etc.).
- Utilize 'convenient parking by mahi mahi' if driving.
- Explore the nearby Atlantic Ave strip for additional food options, souvenirs, or 'amusement spots' beyond the stage itself.
- Consider the duration; some visitors spent multiple days enjoying the broader Virginia Beach area around the festival.
Good to know before you go
- If you are specifically looking for a venue with dedicated toddler or young child play areas and activities.
- If your children are sensitive to loud music or large crowds typical of festivals.
- If you prefer a structured, enclosed, or sand-free entertainment environment.
- If seeking a venue with extensive amenities beyond the concert experience itself.
- The primary focus is on music festivals, which may not offer dedicated, age-appropriate activities for very young children.
- Crowds
- The atmosphere is described as having 'cool' and 'chilled & relaxed Beachy Vibes', suggesting a generally positive crowd experience.
- Value
- No specific pricing information is provided in the reviews for entry or activities. The value proposition appears to be the quality of the live music, the unique beach atmosphere, and the overall festival experience provided by individual event organizers.
- Food
- Reviews mention 'lots of shops to buy food' on the Atlantic Ave strip, indicating food is readily available nearby.
- Accessibility
- No specific accessibility accommodations are mentioned in the reviews.
- Safety
- No specific safety measures or features are mentioned in the customer reviews.
What parents say
"This festival Saturday was a blast!! Awesome Reggae/ Calypso Music & Pacifica Beer made for an awesome time at this, our 1st weekend here! [ Still Here, LoL] The people were all so cool! Chilled & relaxed Beachy Vibes for Days! Spent Saturday, Sunday, Monday here. ( leaving Tuesday), & I cannot say enough awesome things about Virginia Beach!!! Hubby & I are seriously thinking about moving here!! HaHa🌴🌊😎💙🌴🌊😎💙🌴🌊😎💙🌴🌊😎"
5 years ago
"Went to Something In The Water. Amazing festival and the venue was awesome. Sound was incredible for many blocks, which is impressive with it being outdoors. Can't wait to go again next year!"
6 years ago
"Saw ZZ top here, was a great night. Sitting on the beach with a cool drink, listening to tunes is a great time for all. No bugs in the air or in the sand."
6 years ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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