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July 15 - 21, 2024 Storytelling Academy July 15-19 | Hampton Storytelling Festival July 19-21 FREE for the Community Hampton, Virginia, a city rich in history, is also a city rich in stories. For almost 30 years Hampton has been a city uniquely focused on the importance of its neighborhoods, but the stories of those […]
Beginning in June each year, the “Groovin’ by the Bay” summer concert series returns to Mill Point Park every Sunday night. The bands typically include a musical mix of beach, pop, oldies, Motown and rock. Free parking is available in the Hampton University garage next to the park, and in any legal, on-street spaces as […]
The wait is over! Summer camps at Hampton Virginia Aquaplex are now open for registration! Hampton Virginia Aquaplex is pleased to provide Hampton’s youth with week-long themed camps throughout the Summer. Our new Summer Splash Camp is full of adventures. We look forward to welcoming you to our brand-new facility for fun, safe and inclusive […]
Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on. Free admission. Advance registration is not required. Tours are weather permitting.
In celebration of National Carousel Day, we invite you to enjoy a free ride on the historic 1920 Hampton Carousel on July 25! This treasured reminder of the beloved Buckroe Beach Amusement Park is located in beautiful Carousel Park, 602 Settlers Landing Road in Downtown Hampton. Questions? Call the Hampton Visitor Center at 757-727-1102, or […]
The Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble will emphasize genuinely American Music. This will include wind band music that portrays the various styles that have become synonymous with our country – Jazz, Ragtime, Blues, Popular Idiom (Country, Classic Rock & Roll etc), Cultural Styles, Musicals, Folk Songs, Dance Music from an Older Era, and, of course, Our […]
Experience the joy of painting in the great outdoors with our Plein Air Workshop, designed for artists of all levels who seek to capture the natural beauty and spontaneity of the landscape. Each workshop, you will venture into picturesque settings, where you'll learn to translate the vivid colors, shifting light, and dynamic compositions of the […]
"Cartoon Rave is a blast of the past wrapped into an energetic and immersive dance party! Join us as we take you on a journey through a multiverse of your favorite cartoons featuring creative costumes/cosplays, electrifying EDM artists spinning remixes/edits inspired by the theme, fun cartoon visuals, prizes, themed drinks, and so so much more! […]
Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on. Free admission. Advance registration is not required. Tours are weather permitting.
Join us for an enchanting Floral Watercolor Workshop, where the delicate art of painting blossoms and foliage comes to life. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop invites you to explore the beauty of watercolor through the captivating subject of flowers. Under the guidance of an experienced artist, you'll learn essential techniques such as wet-on-wet […]
Saturday, July 13 Move to the Filipino “Dance of the Duck,” celebrate African American history with Frederick Douglass, listen to instruments from around the world, be awed by colorful Rainbow Puppets, or make your own puppets to take home! Saturday, July 20 Sail the Caribbean seas on the waves of steel drums, listen to classic […]
Hampton Flea Market debuts on Saturday, July 27th, from 12pm to 6pm at the Power Plant Hampton Roads, located at 1976 Power Plant Pkwy, Hampton, VA 23666. This market will be held every last Saturday of the month and promises to establish itself as a hub for vintage enthusiasts, crafters, artists, and families. The Hampton […]