Events
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Monster Jam
Featured Monster JamHampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United StatesNothing compares to the one and only Monster Jam®. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts and action-packed excitement, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! You’ll be close to the action watching the world’s best drivers tear up the dirt and show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles of speed and skill....
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Hampton Roads Philharmonic: Young Artists Showcase Recital
The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United StatesJoin the Hampton Roads Philharmonic for an afternoon celebrating rising musical talent at the Young Artists Showcase Recital. The program features the winner of the Philharmonic’s 10th Annual Young Artist Competition, performing a movement of a concerto of their choice. This concert also includes selections from Edward MacDowell’s Indian Suite, Steven Bryant’s Dusk, and Florence...
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Poisoned Dwarf in concert
FeaturedHampton History Museum 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA, United StatesCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day wee bit early with a lively concert of Celtic music with Poisoned Dwarf! This rollicking sextet plays innovative and passionate renditions of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes on acoustic instruments. These talented musicians create a driving sonic energy with whistles, flutes, violin, guitar, percussion, and Uilleann pipes with exciting and lyrical...
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The American Revolution Screening Series at Oozlefinch
Oozlefinch Beers & Blending 81 Patch Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesOozlefinch Beers & Blending, in partnership with Hampton Convention & Visitors Bureau and HamptonVA250, is proud to present a special multi-month screening series of The American Revolution, the acclaimed PBS documentary series by legendary filmmaker Ken Burns. Spanning January through July 2026, this immersive series invites the community to experience the full six-episode film in...
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Women’s History Month Tour
Featured Women’s History Month TourFort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesShoulder to Shoulder: A Legacy for All Join us for an exciting tour where we will celebrate the contributions of women to the history, culture and community of Fort Monroe. The stories highlight the collective strength and influence of women over time, impacting the daily lives of soldiers and families, in defense of our nation....
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Walking Tour: From the Ground Up
Featured Walking Tour: From the Ground UpCasemate Museum 20 Bernard Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesJoin us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the “building” of Fort Monroe “From the Ground Up.” Comfortable footwear and water are recommended. Exterior views of the included structures only. Admission is free. Tours begin at the...
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Birckhead at The American Theatre
FeaturedThe American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United StatesAward-winning saxophonist Brent Birckhead brings his bold, genre-blending sound to The American Theatre. A Baltimore native and rising voice in American music, Birckhead combines traditional jazz with contemporary influences to create an energetic and modern performance style. This concert offers an evening of forward-thinking jazz driven by expressive woodwind artistry and original compositions.
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Exploration Day: From the Sea to the Stars
FeaturedHampton History Museum 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA, United StatesTake a plunge into the past and soar to the moon and back with us as we explore Hampton’s history from the days of the Kikotan people before the arrival of the English to the pioneering work done here in aviation and space exploration! Historical Interpreters bring to life celebrated heroes to share their stories....
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Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
Featured Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”Casemate Museum 20 Bernard Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesExplore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover “Freedom’s Fortress.” The tour begins at the entrance to the Casemate Museum located at 20 Bernard Road. Free admission. Program is expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance. Free. Thursday & Saturday at 1 PM.
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Tracing the Tracks – Hampton’s Streetcar 390 Bus Tour
FeaturedHampton History Museum - 120 Old Hampton Lane Hampton VA 23669Back by popular demand! Spend an afternoon tracing the main streetcars routes in Hampton between 1880’s and 1946. The streetcar was a change agent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that helped physically shape the City of Hampton, impacted the growth of its workforce and was a part of the many dramatic changes...
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Living History Program–The Fort Monroe Canoe Project
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesThe Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to craft dugout canoes. Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities. Support Provided by the Fort Monroe Foundation and Newport News Shipbuilding, a...
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Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Casemate Museum 20 Bernard Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesJoin us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the “Gibraltar of the Chesapeake” in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
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RV Show
Featured RV ShowHampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United StatesHampton Roads’ best RV Expo is held at the conveniently located Hampton Roads Convention Center. Get the best deals on the latest models while new model manufacturer incentives are in place. RAIN OR SHINE-INDOOR SHOW Friday, March 13, 2026, 11am-7pm Buy One Get One after 4p ($10 for two adults-no other discounts apply on this...
