Spring
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Daytime highs around 70°F (21°C) offer pleasant conditions for hiking along the Noland Trail or kayaking in the placid waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
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The Blackbeard Pirate Festival, held in early June, features reenactments, pirate ship tours, and a lively parade through downtown Hampton.
Fall
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Temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C) create ideal conditions for scenic drives along the 23-mile Colonial Parkway to admire the vibrant fall foliage.
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The Chesapeake Bay Fall Classic, a two-day music festival in late October, showcases national punk, ska, and rock acts on multiple outdoor stages.