Special Events

Taste of the ViBe

Celebrating Our Business Community

These business appreciation events are an opportunity to connect with and recognize the companies that invest in our community. By engaging directly with business owners and leadership teams, we celebrate their achievements and support their continued growth and success. This year's event will take the place of the annual VBDA golf tournament.

Sip & Savor: May 8, noon to 4 p.m.

Block Party: May 8, 4 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.

Sip & Savor

When: Join us May 8, 2026

The Tour: Taste of the ViBe (noon to 4 p.m.)

Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes journey through the ViBe Creative District’s most iconic culinary and craft locations. Guests will enjoy eight curated sip and savor stations featuring personal ViBe stories from local business owners, premium tastings and custom artisan gifts. 

Your Taste of the ViBe tour ticket is your all-access pass—it includes complimentary entry into the ED Week Block Party celebration immediately following the tour. Space is strictly limited to 100 guests; reserve your cart or walking spot today to secure the full experience.

VIBE sign

Sponsorship Levels

Title ($5,000)

Number of opportunities: 1

Description: Prominent logo on all event and marketing materials; speaking opportunity at reception; 2 foursome teams with chauffeured carts and entry to Block Party with 2 drink tickets per player; 2 yard signs at party and evening party shout out!

Bites and Brews ($1,500)

Number of opportunities: 8

Description: Logo on yard signs at each tour stop and 1 foursome team with a chauffeured cart and entry to Block Party with 2 drink tickets per player.

Cruise and Crews ($2,500)

Number of opportunities: 2

Description: Logo on golf carts and marketing materials; 1 foursome team with chauffeured cart and entry to Block Party; 2 yard signs. Block Party with 2 drink tickets per player; 2 yard signs at the party.

Gift Sponsor ($1,500) - SOLD OUT

Number of opportunities: 2

Description: Logo on gift bags, marketing materials throughout the event; 1 foursome team with a chauffeured cart and entry to Block Party.

Team Registration

VIP: Quad Squad ($1,000)

Number of opportunities: Per team if not sponsoring (approximately 10)

Description: Team of 4: Includes a chauffeured Golf cart for Sip & Savor Tour, Block Party entry with 2 drink tickets per person.

Quad Squad ($600)

Number of opportunities: Est. 15

Description: Team of 4: Sip & Savor walking tour of the ViBe, plus Block Party entry with 1 drink ticket per person. (Be sure to wear your walking shoes!).

Band playing at the Vi Be

Economic Development Week Block Party

When: Join us May 8, 2026

The Celebration: ED Week Block Party (4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.)

Celebrate Economic Development Week at ViBe Park. End your day with a high-energy celebration of local growth and community impact! Join City leadership, the Virginia Beach Development Authority, and the Virginia Beach City Council for a marquee reception honoring IEDC Economic Development Week.

Enjoy live music from BJ Griffin & Friends, local food trucks, and interactive art activations in the heart of the district.

Please note: This ticket provides entry to the Block Party celebration only. To join the midday "Sip & Savor" tour, please purchase a Tour-level sponsorship or ticket package.

Sponsorship Levels

ED Week Title Sponsor ($4,000)

Number of opportunities: 1

Description: Prominent logo on all event/marketing materials; 6 tickets to the event with 2 drink tickets and 1 food ticket($10 value) per person.; speaking opportunity at the reception, evening party shout-out!

Reception Sponsor ($3,000)

Number of opportunities: 1

Description: Prominent logo display at the Block Party and marketing materials. 4 Party entry tickets with 2 drink tickets and 1 food ticket($10 value) per person.

Drink Sponsor ($2,000)

Number of opportunities: 2

Description:Logo on marketing materials and drink table branding; 1 yard sign; 4 Party entry tickets with 2 drink tickets and 1 food ticket($10 value) per person.

Music Sponsor ($4,000)

Number of opportunities: 2

Description:Logo on marketing materials and on-stage branding; 1 yard sign; 4 Party entry tickets with 2 drink tickets and 1 food ticket($10 value) per person.

Individual Tickets

Single Pre-Paid Event Ticket ($75)

Number of opportunities: 75

Description: Includes Party entry, 2 drink tickets, and 1 food ticket ($10 value).

People celebrating at Tides Coastal Kitchen