Things to Do with Kids
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Join 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. Free | Daily at 11 AM & 3... |
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Join 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. Free | Daily at 11 AM & 3... 
“Take a twirl with the Headless Horseman!” Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel. Operated by the Hampton History Museum and located in Carousel Park, Downtown Hampton, the 1920s Hampton Carousel will be decorated for the season of... |
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“Take a twirl with the Headless Horseman!” Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel. Operated by the Hampton History Museum and located in Carousel Park, Downtown Hampton, the 1920s Hampton Carousel will be decorated for the season of...
Join 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. Free | Daily at 11 AM & 3... 
The Hampton History Museum's popular fundraising Hampton Horror Tours are back, reincarnated for 2025 with new stories, characters, plus twists and turns where you will hear the case of the departed and ultimately decide the fate of the spirits you will encounter on this spooky walking tour of Downtown Hampton. Proceeds from the Hampton Horror... |
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“Take a twirl with the Headless Horseman!” Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel. Operated by the Hampton History Museum and located in Carousel Park, Downtown Hampton, the 1920s Hampton Carousel will be decorated for the season of...
Join 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. Free | Daily at 11 AM & 3...
The Hampton History Museum's popular fundraising Hampton Horror Tours are back, reincarnated for 2025 with new stories, characters, plus twists and turns where you will hear the case of the departed and ultimately decide the fate of the spirits you will encounter on this spooky walking tour of Downtown Hampton. Proceeds from the Hampton Horror... |
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Join us for Nekocon, Virginia’s longest running anime convention. From live to performances to industry panels and niche vendors to tabletop games, this weekend will be packed with events you won’t want to miss! 
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Get ready, Hampton! Monster Jam® and the City of Hampton are teaming up for a Truck or Treat like no other. Bring the whole family to the Hampton Coliseum parking lot on Friday, October 31, from 6–7 PM for a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration. Meet Monster Jam drivers and their trucks, plus check out fire...
“Take a twirl with the Headless Horseman!” Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel. Operated by the Hampton History Museum and located in Carousel Park, Downtown Hampton, the 1920s Hampton Carousel will be decorated for the season of... |
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Join us for Nekocon, Virginia’s longest running anime convention. From live to performances to industry panels and niche vendors to tabletop games, this weekend will be packed with events you won’t want to miss! 
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Join us in celebrating Día de los Muertos, a beautiful tradition rooted in Mexican culture that honors the lives of those who have passed. This vibrant holiday, also known as the Day of the Dead, blends Indigenous and Spanish influences and is a time to remember loved ones through art, music, food, and the building... 
Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, action-packed excitement and big air, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air. Plus, you’ll be in the middle of the action, as you get to score the... |
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Join us for Nekocon, Virginia’s longest running anime convention. From live to performances to industry panels and niche vendors to tabletop games, this weekend will be packed with events you won’t want to miss!
Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, action-packed excitement and big air, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air. Plus, you’ll be in the middle of the action, as you get to score the...
Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, action-packed excitement and big air, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air. Plus, you’ll be in the middle of the action, as you get to score the... |
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It’s time to play! Learn and engage with various toys and games that indigenous tribes would play with their families. All activities are inspired by North American indigenous culture to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Let’s investigate! In this “caregiver and me” style program, adults and children will get to interact and engage with various... 
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Hot-Buttered Popcorn & the Roar of the MGM Lion! Here’s your chance to become familiar with the age of “screwball comedy” and the great detectives of “film noir.” Names that once were household words like – Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, and Humphrey Bogart – are returning to The American Theatre’s silver screen. Come experience the silvery... |
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While there won't be a parade this year, the Veterans Day Celebration is still on! From 10 am - 3 pm in Continental Park at Fort Monroe, there will be a celebration of our nation’s veterans with exhibits, entertainment, food trucks, living history interpreters and activities for all ages. Our Veterans Recognition Ceremony at 11:00am... 
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This past year our volunteers have been working hard to finish the restoration. We’re not quite done yet, but we are sure you will be surprised with the progress that has been made from where we were last year. Now that we’re nearing the end of this phase of the project, it’s time to turn...
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Hot-Buttered Popcorn & the Roar of the MGM Lion! Here’s your chance to become familiar with the age of “screwball comedy” and the great detectives of “film noir.” Names that once were household words like – Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, and Humphrey Bogart – are returning to The American Theatre’s silver screen. Come experience the silvery... |
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Join Katrina Wood from the Hampton Public Library for a FREE pop-up program at the Casemate Museum! Learn how to use Sunlight and Pre-Treated Paper to create a Photograph called a Cyanotype, No Camera Needed! This is a Partner Program with Hampton Public Library. |
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Get ready for a weekend of fun with two shows in one. The Virginia Alpaca Owners & Breeders Association (VAOBA) is bringing the alpaca industry to you. This is your chance to see these amazing animals up close! This event is free and open to the public! Come out, take selfies, pet the alpacas, and... 
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Incredible Dancers and Silhouette Storytelling! As seen on “America’s Got Talent,” this magical theatrical art form of shadow dancing combines dance, story-telling and sculpture. You’ll love what appear to be effortless transformations, and applaud over and over! 
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Enjoy free museum admission to the Hampton History Museum and explore the special exhibit “Revolutionary Hampton: Journeys of Freedom” to hear the local story of independence of the people who lived it. Discover your “revolutionary self” with the launch or our new interactive game! Get “in touch” with the past with hand-on activities for all... |
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Get ready for a weekend of fun with two shows in one. The Virginia Alpaca Owners & Breeders Association (VAOBA) is bringing the alpaca industry to you. This is your chance to see these amazing animals up close! This event is free and open to the public! Come out, take selfies, pet the alpacas, and... |
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Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Hot-Buttered Popcorn & the Roar of the MGM Lion! Here’s your chance to become familiar with the age of “screwball comedy” and the great detectives of “film noir.” Names that once were household words like – Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, and Humphrey Bogart – are returning to The American Theatre’s silver screen. Come experience the silvery... |
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Coliseum Central presents the 4th Annual Whimsical Winter Wonderland! On Saturday, November 22 from 12pm to 5pm at the Hampton Coliseum, step into the magic of the holiday season with your family and friends. Wander through the wonder, with dozens of fun activities to enjoy: performers, storytellers, inflatables, face painting, photobooths, and immersive holiday displays....
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Celebrate Winter Whimsey at the Hampton Carousel! From November 25 through December 31, 11 AM–8 PM, enjoy festively decorated horses, classic holiday tunes, and a free candy cane with every visit. Admission is free, and rides are just $1. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Don’t miss your chance to make new holiday memories before the... |
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Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
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Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and... |
