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Brought to you by VBGS and
​the ​Virginia Beach Central Library.
Oct 10,2026      10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
​4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

This event is always free and open to all.
​The goal of Genealogy Day at the Beach is to promote awareness and ignite a passion for genealogy and its related subjects, including lineage associations, regional history, and the various archives that preserve our shared past. We have designed this event to cater to both beginners and experienced genealogists, ensuring there is something for everyone.

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If you would like to participate as an exhibitor, message
[email protected] for an application.
Note: Due to the shift from speakers to a workshop format, it will not be shared online. This is an in-person only event. 

Workshops

Instead of speakers, Genealogy Day 2026 will feature short workshops where you can follow along and ask questions. So, bring your laptop and join us in the auditorium!
  • Beginning Your Family Tree
  • Intro to FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com
  • Text Search on FamilySearch
  • Search Tips for Newspaper Sites

Library Tour

See what the genealogy and local history area of the Virginia Beach Central Library has to offer. The tour will take place at 2 p.m., at the close of the event.

Door Prizes

Register at the information table,
​located in the hallway by the auditorium.
  • ​One-year VBGS membership
  • ​VBGS T-shirt
  • 3 individual 1-year memberships to the ​Genealogical Research Institute of Virginia 
  • 1-year GenealogyBank memberships 
  • Family Tree Maker software

Exhibitors

Volunteer opportunities

VBGS members, your help is needed to make this event happen and be the best one yet! 
If you can help out - for an hour, two hours, or all day - write [email protected] and let us know.