HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — Virginia International PANFest Coordinator Daron Roberts and PANFest Director Dave Longfellow share a lesson on the instrument's history and mechanics, ahead of return to the Oceanfront May 8 and 9.
Virginia International PANFest
May 8-9
24th Street Stage, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Free & Open to the Public
vafest.org/panfest
The Virginia International PANFest is a two-day celebration of Caribbean steel pan music held annually at the 24th Street Stage on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Featuring competition and concerts with bands from across the U.S., it offers a lively island atmosphere. The 2026 event runs May 8–9, featuring cash prizes and world-class performers
- Virginia Arts Festival
Paid for by Virginia Arts Festival.
