Every Monday

Free to play, hosted by Beach Trivia! Score burger specials & win prizes.

6:30-8:30 every Monday. Get your smarty pants on!

Runs until Saturday, October 11th, 2025

The event that went viral is back for one last time in 2025, and this time, it’s for a powerful cause. 

Join us for the "Reading for a Reason" Book Fair, a special three-night fundraiser for our incredible partners at NAMI Coastal Virginia!

In honor of World Mental Health Day, we're transforming our rooftop into a hub of community, connection, and literature to support vital mental health services right here in Hampton Roads.

--- EVENT SCHEDULE & HIGHLIGHTS ---

LOCATION: The Ghent Rooftop Bar, 319 W 21st Street, Norfolk 

HOURS: 5 PM - 10 PM each night

 THURSDAY, OCT 9th: Live Music Night Kick off the weekend with the classic Boozy Book Fair vibe, featuring live music under the stars.

 FRIDAY, OCT 10th: World Mental Health Day Comedy Night For one night only, we're hosting a handful of hilarious local comedians who are generously donating their time to perform special sets throughout the evening.

 SATURDAY, OCT 11th: Live Music Grand Finale We're closing out the weekend with more incredible live music and the final chance to shop from our amazing vendors.

--- HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT NAMI ---

DONATION-BASED ENTRY: Entry is a $2 ticket, with 100% of ticket sales being donated directly to NAMI Coastal Virginia. You can also donate a new or gently used book for NAMI at the door for entry.

OUR CONTRIBUTION: We will be donating a percentage of our menu sales from all three nights and will have point-of-sale round-up donations available.

RAFFLE FOR A CAUSE: We will have an amazing raffle basket with items generously donated by our vendors. All raffle proceeds will go to NAMI!

This will be the final Boozy Book Fair of 2025, so you don't want to miss it! We're already brainstorming new and unique events to keep the momentum going in 2026.

--- OUR VENDOR FAMILY --- A huge thank you to the local businesses and vendors who are making this event possible. 

🎃✨ Spooky Street Market ✨🎃 

🗓️ Saturday, October 18th | 5–10 PM 

📍 @theghentrooftopbar – Norfolk, VA 

🍹 21+ Event 

 Get ready for a night of thrills and chills! 

Join us for: 🧛 Costume Contest (with exciting prizes) 

🪄 Halloween Fun & Activities 

🧺 Basket Raffle 

🍴 Food, Drinks & Music all night long

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Halloween with a twist at one of Norfolk’s best rooftops! 

 👉 Vendors: Apply Here

 Hosted by @thecookiebarva +@e.j._luxe_cc at @theghentrooftopbar

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LEARN all about rare and exotic succulentts from a true expert. 

All are homegrown and brought to you with care. 

Choose your favorite and learn how to create this arrangement. 

NO CARVING! Just creating with plants and dried florals!!

You'll learn the simple step by step technique and leave with something memorable to last all season. 

Rusted Rabbit will demonstrate how easy it is to care for this living piece of art and how to simply use one step to turn it into a Winter arrangement once you're ready.

Enjoy the various bites and beverages available after the workshop or during!

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Monthly on every last Sunday

Puzzle Buzz hits The Ghent Rooftop Bar every fourth Sunday at 3PM every month!!! It’s a fast-paced, team-based puzzle race with prizes, drinks, and guaranteed fun. Spots go quick – snag your tickets and we’ll see you at there.🧩 Teams of up to four compete to finish a new puzzle every month the fastest 🏆 Winner scores a gift certificate from Puzzledly.com and the glory 📈 All finishers are entered into our national ranking database 🎁 Keep the puzzle when you’re doneGot a group of 5? Sure – but that’ll cost you 10 extra minutes on your finish time. Flying solo? Grab a Puzzle Pairing ticket and we’ll connect you with an open team (if they’re game).

 Get Your Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-puzzling-at-the-ghent-tickets-1350246115479?aff=oddtdtcreator

Weds, Oct 29th | Arrive at 6:15 PM, Workshop starts at 6:30 PM

Get into the spooky spirit with us at The Ghent for a Halloween-inspired Plant & Sip! You’ll be creating your own spooky plant arrangement using a black cauldron pot, lush greenery, and fun haunted décor touches. Our instructor will guide you step-by-step to craft a piece that’s festive, planty, and perfect for Halloween vibes.

🪴 No experience needed—just bring your creativity

🍷 Drinks available for purchase while you create

🎶 Stick around for rooftop music after the workshop

🎟 All supplies included + your cauldron arrangement is yours to take home

Seats are limited—reserve yours now and come play in the dirt with us for a Halloween treat! 🎃

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Join us under the stars for an unforgettable evening of cosmic exploration! Set against the stunning backdrop of the night sky, our rooftop transforms into an open-air observatory.

Telescopes will be available for stargazing, with expert guides pointing out constellations, planets, and deep-sky wonders. Whether you’re a seasoned skywatcher or a curious beginner, you’ll enjoy celestial stories, astronomy talks, and breathtaking views of the moon and stars.

Bring a blanket for the cooler nights and a sense of wonder. Imbibe on our craft cocktails & draft wall—this is a night to connect with the universe from right here on Earth.

Courtesy of the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers. The Back Bay Amateur Astronomers are a 501(c)(3) non-profit scientific and educational organization dedicated to "Bringing Astronomy to the People of Hampton Roads". Please feel welcome to join us at any of our free events and take the chance to get lost in the stars and rediscover the sense of wonder that has ignited curiosity and inspired exploration for centuries!

RSVP HERE

Happy Holidays to all of our fans! Join us with family and friends!