Virginia Beach Oceanfront Dairy Queen to Close in 2027 for Police Substation Redevelopment

Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, October 4, 2026 — A familiar fixture at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, the Dairy Queen located at the intersection of 17th Street and the Boardwalk, is slated for closure in 2027. The property is planned for redevelopment, with the site intended to become a new substation for the Virginia Beach Police Department.

The transition is part of an initiative aimed at enhancing police presence and visibility along the popular boardwalk area. Officials anticipate that the new substation will serve as a strategic base for law enforcement operations, contributing to public safety and responsiveness in this high-traffic tourist destination.

Details regarding the specific timeline for demolition or construction of the new substation beyond the 2027 closure date for the Dairy Queen were not immediately available. The contractor involved in the redevelopment project was also not specified in available information. Similarly, the exact plans for the Dairy Queen establishment’s relocation or the future of its employees were not disclosed.

The property’s sale or transfer for the purpose of establishing the police substation signifies a shift in land use for this prominent Oceanfront location. The Virginia Beach Police Department’s stated goal for the new substation is to bolster their operational capacity and improve their connection with the community by increasing their visible presence directly within the bustling resort area.

Further information regarding the redevelopment plans, including any potential impact on local businesses or public access during construction, is expected to be released as the project progresses.

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