All good American patriots know the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. But not as well known is that the Continental Congress, foreseeing war on the horizon in 1775, authorized ...

It’s always big. It’s always loud. Every year, the Virginia International Tattoo is a flashy pageant of patriotism. And this year’s event — honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, Navy and ...

NORFOLK, Va. — It's a centuries-old tradition of military pipes and drums, and so much more. The Virginia International Tattoo is returning to Norfolk this week. The Tattoo began back in 1997 and is ...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Tickets are available now for the Virginia International Tattoo. The sounds of horns and bagpipes filled Scope as the team behind the Virginia International Tattoo previewed its ...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The 2026 Virginia International Tattoo, commemorating 250 years of American independence, is scheduled for April 16-19 in Norfolk. The event is taking place at the Scope Arena, ...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Celebrating 250 years of American Independence, the Virginia International Tattoo previewed the event Friday morning at the Scope Arena. This is the Tattoo’s 29th season — the ...

For centuries, the cry “Tattoo” echoed throughout Europe — first a call by to innkeepers to “Turn off the taps!” — and then as the name for a grand display of military bands and drill teams. The ...

NORFOLK — The 29th edition of the Virginia International Tattoo, with hundreds of performers from five countries, will have an emphasis on the 250th anniversary of American independence, Virginia Arts ...

NORFOLK, Va. — This year will be the 28th Virginia International Tattoo. Organizers say it will once again be, as always, unabashedly patriotic. It's a centuries-old tradition, with ceremonial ...

A beloved local cultural tradition is returning to Hampton Roads for its 29th year. The Virginia Arts Festival's "Virginia International Tattoo" will take place once again this April in Norfolk.