Best Sports & Recreation in Virginia Beach for Kids & Families

Looking for the best sports & recreation in Virginia Beach for kids? As classic East Coast beach town with a boardwalk and military heritage, Virginia Beach offers active play, sports venues, and recreation centers that families won't find anywhere else. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking for something new, we've rated every option for age-appropriateness, stroller access, and value so you can skip the guesswork.

Sports venues are great for burning energy — critical on family trips. We cover everything from batting cages to indoor trampolines, noting minimum ages, safety gear requirements, and whether parents need to participate or can sit and watch. In Virginia Beach, expect warm summers with ocean breezes — peak season is June through August. Pro tip: First Landing State Park is the unexpected gem — kayaking through cypress swamps with dolphins.

Below you'll find our curated list of sports & recreation in Virginia Beach, VA — each with detailed age ratings (infants through teens), cost estimates for a family of four, and the practical parent details that matter: parking, stroller access, nursing rooms, and honest reviews of what makes each spot worth your time.