AA Meetings near Franklin, Virginia
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Ready, Willing, and Able Online (Daily Reflection)
Meeting ID: 802 530 273 Password: 007905
Hidenwood Women's Study Group
Topic Discussion, Women Only
Cradock Oasis
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***THIS MEETING WILL BE MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION AFTER JULY 25, 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!
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Meeting ID: 833 7538 0583 Password: 789245
Suffolk Study Group
Prayer and Meditation (11th Step), with readings and discussion.
Courage To Change Group
1ST Monday Step Study, 2nd Monday Tradition, 3rd,4th if necessary 5th Mon Open Discussion Topic Discussion
Magnolia Brown Bag
Changed Location June 2015
Carrying the Message
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
UPDATE (as of August 3): This meeting will be held at the Crossroads United Methodist Church until August 31, 2026. Please check back for the updated location for September meetings.
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Log Cabin Group
Red building beside house in Edenton
Smithfield
Moved from Sentara to Christ Episcopal Church
Hidenwood Circle Group
Atlantic Drydock
Building #104 Must have ID to enter Base. Interested Speakers please call 757-435-9636
Into Action
This is a closed 12 & 12 meeting.
Freedom Of Choice Group - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Wheelchair Accessible
Military Vets AA
This meeting is being sponsored by The Churchland Group - District 24 This is a Closed meeting. BB,12 & 12 and Speaker. Zoom ID# 951 122 1201 Password: 905515
Zoom ID# 951 122 1201 Password: 905515
The Daily Start
Meeting ID: 364 162 187 Password: 231664
Meeting ID: 364 162 187 Password: 231664
Ready, Willing, and Able Online (Daily Reflection)
Meeting ID: 802 530 273 Password: 007905
Cradock Oasis
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
***THIS MEETING WILL BE MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION AFTER JULY 25, 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!*** In-person concurrent with Zoom effective September 1, 2021. Scout Cabin, 3605 Winchester Drive, Portsmouth 23707 Meeting ID: 864 1595 4248 Password: 789245 To our fellow Zoomers, We have worked out all kinks with the Craddock Oasis Face 2 Face and Video Conferencing, so Please Rejoin Us!
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Meeting ID: 864 1595 4248 Password: 789245
Miracles
Across from Main Street Library - Enter from back of church
12 Steps & 12 Traditions
Across from Main Street Library - Enter from back of church
Go For It Group
Per State orders; Indoor capacity now at 33 and 25 additional outdoors, simultaneously, at the covered pavilion in the back. Dress for the weather! Topic Discussion
Honest Desire Book Study
Windsor 12 & 12
Living Sober
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***THIS MEETING WILL BE MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION AFTER JULY 25, 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!
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Chip-of-the-month Meeting
Meeting ID: 816 4557 5499 Passcode: chippers
chippers
Sussex-Surry New Hope (23888)
(Corner of Church & Wilson Ave)
Churchland
Gracious Living
Hwy 10 & Rte 258 (Enter from Highway 10 park behind church) Enter thru side door. We have started in-person meetings effective May 27, 2021. Masks are not required for vaccinated persons.
Deep Creek Serenity
Near Cedar Rd. In-person resumes June 2, 2021.
Murfreesboro Group
Suffolk Southside
Parking and meeting entrance behind church.
Effective Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in-person meeting reopening.
Parking and meeting entrance behind church.
The Daily Start
Meeting ID: 364 162 187 Password: 231664
Ready, Willing, and Able Online (Daily Reflection)
Meeting ID: 802 530 273 Password: 007905
Friends of Bill W. at Noon
Cradock Oasis
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
***THIS MEETING WILL BE MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION AFTER JULY 25, 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!** In-person concurrent with Zoom. Scout Cabin, 3605 Winchester Drive, Portsmouth 23707 Meeting ID: 827 0438 7356 Password: 789245
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Meeting ID: 827 0438 7356 Password: 789245
Living Sober
Enter From 2nd Avenue
Friends of Bill W
Book Study (Big Book/12 & 12) Meeting time changes to 7 p.m. beginning Thursday, May 6. Mask required.
Carrying The Message
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
UPDATE (as of August 3): This meeting will be held at the Crossroads United Methodist Church until August 31, 2026. Please check back for the updated location for September meetings.
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Jefferson Park Group
Came to Believe
Hidenwood Circle Group
High Street
Now meeting on THURSDAYS @ 7:30 pm beginning April 9, 2026
How It Works
(private dining room) BIG BOOK CLOSED
The Daily Start
Meeting ID: 364 162 187 Password: 231664
Ready, Willing, and Able Online (Daily Reflection)
Meeting ID: 802 530 273 Password: 007905
Cradock Oasis
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
***THIS MEETING WILL BE MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION AFTER JULY 25, 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!*** In-person concurrent with Zoom effective September 1, 2021. Scout Cabin, 3605 Winchester Drive, Portsmouth 23707 Meeting ID: 853 8446 8344 Password: 789245 To our fellow Zoomers, We have worked out all kinks with the Craddock Oasis Face 2 Face and Video Conferencing, so Please Rejoin Us!
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Meeting ID: 853 8446 8344 Password: 789245
Go For It Group
Per State orders; Indoor capacity now at 33 and 25 additional outdoors, simultaneously, at the covered pavilion in the back. Dress for the weather!
Newcomers Happy Hour Group
In Person
Carrying the Message
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
UPDATE (as of August 3): This meeting will be held at the Crossroads United Methodist Church until August 31, 2026. Please check back for the updated location for September meetings.
***THE SCOUT CABIN IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON NEW MEETING LOCATIONS.
Franklin's Busiest Meeting Locations
Crossroads United Methodist Church
131800 Rodman Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA
Zoom
8Chesapeake, VA, USA
Westminster Reformed Presbyterian
53488 Godwin Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for Franklin
Most listings: Tuesday with 17 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (95), Open (79), Discussion (48), Wheelchair Access (27), Big Book (19)
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Meeting data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
AA Resources in Franklin, Virginia
Local Intergroup
Tidewater Intergroup
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About AA Meetings near Franklin, Virginia
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Franklin, Virginia. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Franklin as a city in Virginia covering approximately 8.277 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 95 AA meeting listings in and around Franklin. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in Franklin are coordinated through the Tidewater Intergroup. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Franklin
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
Finding the Right Meeting in Franklin
Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the Franklin area in Virginia and may include meetings in surrounding communities.
Recovery Resources in Franklin
In addition to AA meetings, Franklin residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Franklin?
MyMeetings currently returns 95 meeting listings in and around Franklin. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Franklin?
Current listings near Franklin identify formats including 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Big Book, Closed, Concurrent with Al-Anon, Daily Reflections, Discussion, and English. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near Franklin every day?
Current listings near Franklin include meetings on all seven days of the week. Tuesday currently has the most listings, with 17.
Are there online AA meetings available in Franklin?
The current directory includes 20 listings near Franklin with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Franklin?
27 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Franklin. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Franklin?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in Franklin?
The directory identifies Tidewater Intergroup as the local AA office serving Franklin. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Franklin?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Franklin. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside Franklin, Virginia?
Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in Virginia and across state lines.
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