Mystic Moon

This store is a family business, they are very sweet and have a variety of merchandise for you.

I must admit when I first visited this shop I didn’t get the warm and fuzzy. No one even acknowledge our presence. No hello… nothing. My boys and I wandered around for a few minutes, but we didn’t feel welcomed so we left. I don’t know what possessed me to go back, but I returned months later. The atmosphere was very different this time (more welcoming, the staff actually asked if we needed help, said hello, talked to us about the items in the shop, etc.) and now we try to stop by the shop a few times a year.
Mystic Moon wasn’t always welcomed in the area. In fact, when they first opened years ago, the people in the neighborhood protested and threatened the owner and shop. Although, the place look like it could use some sprucing up, they offer everything pagan from color candles, fairy dust, books on witchcraft, incense, palm reading, crystals, jewelry, dream catchers, herbs and they offer drum circles on Mondays.

Largest store in the area in my opinion
Lots of unique items!
Found a tarot bag I really liked.
Overall the tarot card selection was lacking but they did have the Morgan-​Greer deck which is a classic.
Good incense selection
Nice candle selection
Lots of unique jewelry
Clothing selection
This store has a decent crystal selection but it is not very extensive.
Overall it is a large store with lots of cool metaphysical merch.

These folks are constantly making improvements to the shop. There’s some demolition going on in the back so they can extend the community garden, and social patio in the yard. The privacy fence was extended down Lynn St and those old rotted huts were removed for a better view.
Newly built his & hers bathrooms, new fixtures in the retail space and community kitchen and all kinds of new classes and things going on there. If you haven’t been by the shop in a while or are new to the area, check it out! Get a tour, talk to the volunteer staff, and you can even get involved. I’m throwing a High Tea there on February 14^th myself. Free to participate, just bring your saucer and tea cup.
When you have just about everything, it’s not hard to treat a store like a museum but browse away, like I do! I always find an item or two for my jewelry box or my home.
I support local artisans and Mystic Moon has tons of items on consignment from people who volunteer, hang out and work there! Recently I purchased a hand-​blown glass rose pendant and some Dia Da Los Muertos statues that were fairly inexpensive and unique.
Their annual Beltane — May Moon Festival is right around the corner and is fast approaching. I’ve been going since the inaugural kick off and it’s always a good time, I never miss it! You can camp or day trip. Lot’s of vending, dancing and celebration.

The staff is extremely welcoming. The store is the largest one I have seen in the tide water area. It is very community based. We were invited to observe or join the full moon ritual. It was pretty awesome! I look forward to coming back

The store from the outside is not very kept up and the inside leaves much to be desired. It feels like it was just never finished and the walls could use a good coat of paint. The merchandise is mostly candles, a few kitschy items and clothing. The mineral/​crystal selection was practically nonexistent. The average piece in my own collection far outshines even their nicest pieces. The books are mostly old and used. For such a huge space I was hoping for much more. The three people in the store were nice enough though mostly engaged in their own conversation and the cat was pretty but didn’t move an inch the entire time we were in the store (even when petted). Of the MANY new age/​metaphysical stores I’ve been into across the country, this one is the largest but contains the smallest amount of stock. I’ll keep on looking for stores in VA Beach/​Norfolk but with what I’ve seen in this area so far I’ll likely have to keep ordering what I want online, which is really sad for crystals as I really like to see and feel them before purchasing.

Easy to see from the road, and always ample parking. When I walk in, I am always greeted by friendly staff and adorable kitties.
They have a great selection of incense, herbs, spell kits, oils, candles, crystals, and such. Also jewelry, clothing, handmade items, and just lots of fascinating things! A great store to explore for the open-​minded. The prices also seem fair,
There is also an working altar with candles and incense and stuff. I myself am not Pagan, but I still love coming in here and feeling the good energy.
The lady at the counter told me about events held at the store– weekly drum circles, moon ceremonies, potlucks, etc. I would totally love to check it out, but I work nights. :(
Maybe one day when I get a new job or something…
UPDATE!:
Was able to check out the Monday Night Drum Circle. It was a blast! It takes place in a beautiful garden around the back of the store, with flowers and a little pond and faerie statues and such. A hidden gem of tranquility amongst bustling Military Highway!
The drumming started off slow, with just a couple of people drumming a simple beat. As time passed, more and more people began to drum, and a more complex and energetic beat developed. People started to dance around the fire, and the atmosphere was just charged with good energy and excitement. People of all ages were present.
I danced too and got totally into it. I never dance, but here it just felt natural to do so. The sand inside the drum circle felt cool and soothing on my feet, and the fire was warm and inviting, slowly drawing me to the center.
My husband participated in the drumming, utilizing one of the public drums Mystic Moon provides. He was shy at first, but found himself consumed by the beat.
A woman threw some herbs into the fire while reading off a paper, and threw the paper into the fire as well. The fire turned blue and the scent of the burning herbs was divine.
We left invigorated and looking forward to the next time we get to do this again. It really was a lot of fun!