Last Night on the Town 2026
Big Boi to Headline Virginia Beach's "Last Night on the Town"
New Year's Eve Celebration w/ Special Guest Rocky 7
Free Family-Friendly Entertainment Starting at 6 p.m. ET on December 31, 2026
VIP Tickets on Sale October 14 at Noon, Presented by Marathon Consulting
The Central Business District Association (CBDA) and IMGoing announced today that Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist Big Boi will headline Virginia Beach’s 2026 “Last Night on the Town” New Year’s Eve celebration, with special guest Rocky 7. The free, family-friendly event takes place Thursday, December 31, at Town Center of Virginia Beach, with festivities beginning at 6 p.m. ET.
Now in its 13th year, Last Night on the Town brings the community together to celebrate the final night of the year with live music, entertainment and activities throughout Town Center. 13 News Now will provide live event coverage and serve as the evening’s EMCEEs.
In addition to the main stage performances, attendees can enjoy music by DJ A1 and entertainment on an LED dance floor, including a children’s dance contest for kids ages 12 and under. Prior to the start of festivities, dinner reservations are available at a variety of Town Center restaurants offering specially curated menus.
In addition to the main stage performances, attendees can enjoy:
- Dance contest for kids ages 12 and under
- 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Music by DJ Melody and entertainment on an LED dance floor at the Fountain Plaza
- 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. | DJ A1
- 9:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. | Ricky 7 at the Main Stage
- 10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. | DJ A1
- 11 p.m. - 12:15 a.m. | Big Boi at the Main Stage
- Prior to the start of festivities, dinner reservations are available at a variety of Town Center restaurants
VIP tickets go on sale on Wednesday, October 14 at 12 p.m. ET. Presented by Marathon Consulting, LNOTT’s exclusive VIP event features an elevated view of the main stage from a prime Commerce Street balcony. Enjoy the energy, entertainment, and action from one of the best vantage points in Town Center of Virginia Beach - an exclusive experience you won’t want to miss! For more details and ticket information, visit www.lastnightonthetown.com.
This event is provided for your enjoyment by the businesses of Town Center of Virginia Beach, AH Realty Trust, Marathon Consulting, MitSA Group, WVEC, and the City of Virginia Beach.
Last Night on the Town is produced by the Central Business District Association and IMGoing. 
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Parking and Wi-Fi are always free in Town Center! We recommend garage parking. Be mindful of on-street parking time limitations. In inclement weather, all outdoor entertainment may be canceled and posted on the Central Business District Association Facebook page.
⚠️ Weather & Event Updates ⚠️
All entertainment events listed on our calendar are offered free of charge and are planned with the enjoyment and safety of our community in mind. Because many of our events are held outdoors, they may be postponed, rescheduled, or canceled due to inclement or potentially hazardous weather conditions.
Weather-related decisions may be made as conditions develop and, in some cases, changes may occur with little advance notice. We encourage you to check our Facebook and Instagram pages before heading to an event for the most current information, including any cancellations, postponements, schedule changes, or other important event updates.
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your flexibility when weather conditions require us to make changes. 🙏
Artist Highlights
Big Boi is a defining voice in Southern hip-hop, best known as one-half of the legendary duo OutKast and a foundational member of Atlanta’s influential Dungeon Family collective. Alongside André 3000, he helped shape the sound and culture of modern hip-hop with OutKast selling more than 25 million albums worldwide and earning seven GRAMMY® Awards, including Album of the Year for the diamond-certified Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. Big Boi launched his solo career with the acclaimed 2010 album Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty, followed by Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors and Boomiverse. Beyond music, he has built a career spanning film, television, entrepreneurship and philanthropy while continuing to represent his hometown of Atlanta and the broader culture that shaped him.
Rocky 7 is a powerhouse six-piece Electro-Rock/Pop fusion band featuring an electrifying lineup of Virginia’s finest musicians. Having shared the stage with national acts including Living Colour, Talib Kweli, B.o.B., and the legendary Fishbone, the band has built a reputation for delivering explosive live performances. With a genre-defying repertoire spanning Black Sabbath and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Michael Jackson and Ariana Grande, this dynamic group seamlessly blends Rock, Pop, Dance, and Top 40 hits into one unforgettable musical experience.
