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African American Heritage Events in Hampton
Reflective of the city’s rich heritage tapestry, Hampton attractions, military installations and entertainment venues present a brilliant list of 2006 events to enrich, educate and inspire.
Reflective of the city’s rich heritage tapestry, Hampton attractions, military installations and entertainment venues present a brilliant list of 2006 events to enrich, educate and inspire.
African American Heritage Events in Hampton
City spotlights history, entertainment in year- long
City spotlights history, entertainment in year- long
Aberdeen Gardens Historic and Civic Association to Host Ninth Annual Black History Program Celebration Breakfast this February 4, 2006
On February 4, 2006, celebrate the beginning of Black History Month with members of the Aberdeen Gardens Historic and Civic Association at the Ninth Annual Black History Program Celebration Breakfast. The event, taking place at the Langley Officers Club on Langley Air Force Base from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., will focus on this year’s theme of “Blacks in Hampton.”
On February 4, 2006, celebrate the beginning of Black History Month with members of the Aberdeen Gardens Historic and Civic Association at the Ninth Annual Black History Program Celebration Breakfast. The event, taking place at the Langley Officers Club on Langley Air Force Base from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., will focus on this year’s theme of “Blacks in Hampton.”
Hampton Eventmakers, Inc. Announces 2006 Event Schedule
The Board of Directors of Hampton EventMakers has announced the 2006 Schedule of Events for Downtown Hampton.
The Board of Directors of Hampton EventMakers has announced the 2006 Schedule of Events for Downtown Hampton.
Hampton Holly Days Lighted Boat Parade Sails Into Town December 3, 2005
Experience the joy and warmth of the holiday season as the 17th Annual Hampton Holly Days Lighted Boat Parade returns to Southeastern Virginia this December 3, 2005. Join dedicated seafarers on the Downtown Hampton waterfront as they adorn their vessels for the nautical parade of lights.
Experience the joy and warmth of the holiday season as the 17th Annual Hampton Holly Days Lighted Boat Parade returns to Southeastern Virginia this December 3, 2005. Join dedicated seafarers on the Downtown Hampton waterfront as they adorn their vessels for the nautical parade of lights.
Fourth Annual Get Hooked On Hampton Rockfish Tournament to Conclude With Special Saturday Night Block Party
On November 18 & 19, 2005 anglers from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region will return to downtown Hampton, Virginia for the Fourth Annual Get Hooked On Hampton Rockfish Tournament & Oyster Bash. Last year the Oyster Bash provided an outlet for anglers and their families to celebrate not only the end of the tournament, but also the unofficial start of Striper season.
On November 18 & 19, 2005 anglers from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region will return to downtown Hampton, Virginia for the Fourth Annual Get Hooked On Hampton Rockfish Tournament & Oyster Bash. Last year the Oyster Bash provided an outlet for anglers and their families to celebrate not only the end of the tournament, but also the unofficial start of Striper season.
Sandy Bottom Nature Park to Hold Second Annual Hampton Wildlife Festival October 21-23, 2005
On October 21-23, 2005 Hampton, Virginia’s very own Sandy Bottom Nature Park will host the second annual Hampton Wildlife Festival, helping to refocus the park’s overall mission of promoting environmental education and interpretation. The free festival, taking place 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Friday October 21st, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. on Saturday October 22nd, and 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. on Sunday October 23rd, will feature pony rides and moonwalk (donations accepted), wild animal exhibits, live music, food vendors, and more.
On October 21-23, 2005 Hampton, Virginia’s very own Sandy Bottom Nature Park will host the second annual Hampton Wildlife Festival, helping to refocus the park’s overall mission of promoting environmental education and interpretation. The free festival, taking place 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Friday October 21st, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. on Saturday October 22nd, and 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. on Sunday October 23rd, will feature pony rides and moonwalk (donations accepted), wild animal exhibits, live music, food vendors, and more.
Hampton CVB is among first to achieve national accreditation
The Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau has been honored with the designation of Accredited Destination Management Organization (ADMO) through the Institute for Convention and Visitors Bureau Accreditation (ICVBA), an organization dedicated to increasing professionalism among convention and visitor bureaus.
The Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau has been honored with the designation of Accredited Destination Management Organization (ADMO) through the Institute for Convention and Visitors Bureau Accreditation (ICVBA), an organization dedicated to increasing professionalism among convention and visitor bureaus.
Hard hat tours of new convention center available every Monday
The new 344,000 square foot Hampton Roads Convention Center-85-percent complete and set to open spring 2005-is now open to the public every Monday at 4 pm for hard hat tours.
The new 344,000 square foot Hampton Roads Convention Center-85-percent complete and set to open spring 2005-is now open to the public every Monday at 4 pm for hard hat tours.
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