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9th Annual NEON Festival
October 17 & 18, 2024 Downtown Norfolk Council and The NEON District are thrilled to announce the return of the NEON Festival for its ninth year, taking place on October 17 and 18. This year, the festival takes a bold step forward by inviting local event producers and art curators to lead the way in … 9th Annual NEON Festival
View PostNEON Festival Call for Producers
Downtown Norfolk Council and The NEON District are thrilled to announce the return of the NEON Festival for its ninth year, taking place on October 17 and 18. This year, the festival takes a bold step forward by inviting local event producers and art curators to lead the way in crafting unique experiences for the … NEON Festival Call for Producers
View PostParticipate in NEON Festival
The NEON District is thrilled to announce the return of the NEON Festival for its ninth year, taking place on October 17 and 18, 6-10pm. Unlike previous years, the festival will not host an open call for performers and artists. Instead, event producers will be curating spaces within the NEON District during the festival. Producers … Participate in NEON Festival
View PostJune 2024
Explore the latest in Norfolk’s NEON District with new artworks in neighborhood signs, a free collage class at d’Art Center, and the summer fitness series “Run Your Best Mile,” plus save the date for the NEON Festival returning October 17-18.
View PostMay 2024
The NEON District in Norfolk is set to undergo a transformation with the launch of the NEON District Streetscape Project, beginning mid-June. The project encompasses a comprehensive overhaul of infrastructure and placemaking enhancements along Granby Street from Brambleton Avenue to Virginia Beach Boulevard.
View PostApril 2024
Recently announced, the former Greyhound bus station is getting a new life as Houndstooth, a mixed-use multifamily development planned by The Breeden Company with designs by Work Program Architects.
View PostIntroducing Houndstooth
The former Greyhound Bus Station in Norfolk’s NEON District is getting a makeover! Learn about Houndstooth, a new mixed-use development featuring apartments, workspaces, public art, and nods to the site’s history.
View PostCall for Digital Art: NEON Signs
NEON District Call for Digital Art Spring 2024 The NEON District will refresh its unique neighborhood signage system with new vinyl panels featuring local art this spring. Hampton Roads artists may submit original digital art, photography or graphic designs in print ready files for the double-sided signs with windows in which to insert vinyl artwork. … Call for Digital Art: NEON Signs
View PostMarch 2024
Spring in the NEON District is brimming with vibrant art and community events. Explore new walking tours featuring local artists, lend a hand at The Plot’s Volunteer Day, or submit your artwork for our unique neighborhood signage.
View Post9th Annual NEON Festival
The 9th annual NEON Festival returned to NFK October 18 & 19, 2024. The nights were lit with performances, music, murals, art and more! Stay tuned for 2025's tenth anniversary celebration!
Learn MoreCall For Artists
Hundreds of artists have passed through NEON walls over the years. Big or small, international or your next door neighbor, high school student or college professor - artists of all kinds and skill levels are welcome to contribute to the NEON District's public art collection. Apply for project-based open calls throughout the year to join the club.
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