Business Resource Guide
Downtown Hampton is a vibrant community with picturesque views, a working waterfront, and year-round festivals and events.
Downtown Hampton endeavors to stimulate economic vitality through business retention, attraction, and expansion. We actively pursue enhancement through Downtown’s physical environment with public and private investment to help create a positive and safe environment for businesses to succeed. We also assist businesses navigate the regulatory processes required to locate and expand in Downtown Hampton, encouraging a thriving commercial business landscape. DHDP is dedicated to creating a robust business environment to support sustainable prosperity.
When you visit Downtown Hampton, you’ll find tree lined streets dotted with restaurants, pubs, art galleries, marinas, museums, and parks.
Special Events
Downtown Hampton is host to a diverse lineup of special events throughout the year such as the annual Lighted Boat Parade and Summer Block Party. Indulge in culinary delights and the infectious rhythm of live music, as well as the festive atmosphere of fun-filled gatherings.
Helpful Information
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The city af Hampton will provide a paper application. You can obtain one by calling (757)727-6700 or by email bl-excisedept@hampton.gov.
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A new business must obtain a business license from the commissioner of the revenue before conducting business in Hampton.
Click here for a link to Hampton City business license page.
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Information is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau 2020 and 2021 data.
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Contact Downtown Hampton
The Downtown Hampton Development Partnership (DHDP) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the economic health and quality of life in Downtown Hampton.
If you are interested in opening a business in Downtown Hampton, please complete the below form so that we may help.