Tidewater, Virginia

Sober life,
lived out loud

Together. Sober. Bold. Tidewater.

Virginia Beach Recovery Events runs alcohol-free travel, art, outdoor adventures, and workshops for individuals and families building a life around sobriety — not around what they're avoiding.

The full VBRE rafting crew on the riverbank, paddles raised

30%

growth in sober social events nationally

54%

of U.S. adults now drink — a record low

$1B

estimated alcohol-free events market in Virginia

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Whitewater rafting through the rapids Paint night group holding up their finished palm tree canvases Kayaks lit with glow sticks paddling the cypress swamp after dark

WHAT WE RUN

Five ways to build a sober social life

Sober Travel

Group trips built around exploration, without the bar cart.

Art & Culture

Live music and exhibits from local sober-friendly talent.

Outdoor

Hikes and kayaking for every fitness level.

Workshops

Judgment-free education on coping and relapse prevention.

Family Days

Picnics and holidays built for every age at the table.

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Pricing, formats, and what to expect.

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