OCTOBER 22–24, 2021

VIRGINIA BEACH BOARDWALK

This 65-year tradition is back! As one of the only outdoor art shows produced by an accredited museum, the Boardwalk Art Show strives to have the highest caliber fine art in the relaxing setting of the Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

Ranked as a top 15 Fine Art Show of the Decade by Sunshine Artist Magazine, this three-day festival welcomes nearly 200 artists from around the country featuring fine art across several mediums including ceramics, photography, sculpture, and glassworks.

VIEW 2021 ARTIST LISTING

Image Credit: 2021 Boardwalk Art Show poster featuring the artwork A Day at the Beach by Nickolai Walko, 2021.

PRIZE RECIPIENTS

Best in Show Award

Award Recipient: Melissa Schappell. #2428 “Fishing for a Wishing”

Thomas A. Felton, Jr. Award of Distinction in Fine Art

Award Recipient: Richard Wilson. #3107 “Jiyah”

Virginia Finest Award in Memory of Anne Virga

Award Recipient: Jean Benvenuto. #2525 “In Reply”

Top Artist Under 40, in memory of Alex Divaris by Generation MOCA

Award Recipient: Jamela Breland. #3027/28 “Miss Debbie”

Judge's Choice Award (2)

Award Recipient 1: Shanti Yard. #2827/28 “Maple Burl Vase with Silver Inlay and Quartz top”

Award Recipient 2: Micah Mullen #3109 “Car Wreck”

Best Glass Art Sculpture

Award Recipient: Heather New #2806 “Mermaid Sculpture”

Standards of Excellence Award

Award Recipient: YanFang Inlow #2916 “Hummingbird”

Award of Merit (2)

Award Recipient 1: Nickolai Walko #3030 “Perch”

Award Recipient 2: Joyce Slate #2824 “Micro Mosaic – Peace Dove”

Sand Dollar Award (8)

Award Recipient 1: Ashley Sauder Miller #3116 “Floral No. 117/118”
Award Recipient 2: Greg Thomas-Moore #2606 “14 Drawer Cabinet – Mappa Burl, African Mahogany”
Award Recipient 3: Jason McLeod #3114 “Time Traveler Shamanic Mask”
Award Recipient 4: Blake Gore #2416 “Old Mill”
Award Recipient 5: Amy and Jeff Dallas. #3010 “As Above, So Below”
Award Recipient 6: Raydel Blanco Valdes #3015/16 “Ire Susu”
Award Recipient 7: Vladimir Vitkovsky #2403 “Concert/Bravo"
Award Recipient 8: Jeffrey Diener #2621 “Pungo Moon”



Image Credit: Jeremy Bates

LOCATION

The show will run from 23rd Street to 32nd Street on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, October 22, 2021
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday, October 23, 2021
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday, October 24, 2021
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The premier location of the art show, the VIP Beach Club, is moving to a larger space this year in 31st Street Park adjacent to the boardwalk. Beach Club ticket holders enjoy lunch provided by Steinhilber's Restaurant, custom beverages by Tito's Handmade Vodka, Tarnished Truth Bourbon Whiskey, and Smartmouth Brewing Company.
The club features lounge seating, free valet parking, outdoor games, live music, and complimentary wine and bourbon tastings throughout the weekend.

BEACH CLUB SCHEDULE:

Friday and Saturday
11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Sunday
11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Virginia MOCA Members: $65/day
Non-members: $75/day

For every ticket sold, Tito's Handmade Vodka will donate $20.00 up to $2,500 to Virginia MOCA.

Online Registration is now closed. Please purchase your Beach Club tickets at the VIP Beach Club tent in 31st Street Park. We look forward to seeing you there!

NEW! FREE FAMILY PARK

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 12:00–4:00 PM

Bring the entire family to 24th Street Park for free activities on Saturday and Sunday including free pumpkin picking, art kits, face painting, balloon animals, and rotating performances from local youth and performance groups.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:

SATURDAY

12:15–12:45: Symphonicity Brass Quintet
1:15–1:45: Rhythm of Ireland School of Irish Dance
2:15–2:45: Twinkle Toes Performing Arts Company
3:15–3:45: Bach to Rock Virginia Beach

SUNDAY

12:15–12:45: Twinkle Toes Performing Arts Company
1:15–1:45: The Hurrah Players, including an excerpt from Disney's Moana Jr.
2:15–2:45: Symphonicity String Quintet
3:15–3:45: Bach to Rock Virginia Beach

Sentara Healthcare will be on the boardwalk to offer free skin cancer screenings and breast cancer awareness information.

Love a good hunt? The Boardwalk Art Show and the Atlantic Avenue Association have teamed up to offer a free scavenger hunt to event goers. Simply collect all the clues to receive prizes including Boardwalk Art Show commemorative posters and shirts, Virginia MOCA memberships, and much more!

Grab your hunter sheets at the Virginia MOCA Information Tent located between 27th and 28th Street.