Upcoming Events

There’s always something going on in #DowntownHamptonVA


Lighted Boat Parade
Dec
11

Lighted Boat Parade

The Hampton River will come to life as a fleet of decorated boats parade past the Downtown Hampton waterfront. Don’t miss the fun! The parade runs from 6:00-7:30 pm and concludes with an awards ceremony at 8:00 pm.

Following the parade, Santa will join the fun dockside from 7:15-8:15 pm to provide one last chance for your family to visit with him!

This event is free and open to the public!

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Wine, Paint and Mingle With Gerome
Nov
20

Wine, Paint and Mingle With Gerome

Enjoy a night of wine and painting!

You don't have to be Van Gogh to pick up a paintbrush and create your own masterpiece!

Our fabulous local artists will instruct you on the basic mechanics of their mediums while encouraging you to have fun and find joy in your creation. 

Sip wine, laugh, learn, and have a blast! All skill levels are welcome, so be sure to reserve your spot in one of our upcoming art classes.

Come out for an afternoon of wine and painting with the one and only Gerome Meminger!

Click her for more information:

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LIVE MUSIC: RIGHT ON BAND (TICKETED SHOW)
Oct
30

LIVE MUSIC: RIGHT ON BAND (TICKETED SHOW)

Right On Band is the "World's Greatest '70s Show Band”

Right On Band is an authentic “ten-piece show band” with a full horn section. They have performed all over the world including Italy, Ethiopia, Canada, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. They have had the honor of performing for each of the last three United States Presidents. They also have played for the US Congress at “The White House”, as well as other celebrities, dignitaries and heads of state around the world.

Right On Band is known for their outlandish '70s costumes. Specializing in Motown, Disco, and '70s Funk, the band has been keeping the '70s alive for over 15 years.

Right On carries its own “state-of-the-art” sound and lighting production and also travels with its own professional sound man, lighting director, and production crew. The band also coordinates all of the details for each event with the venue and event contacts.

Nothing ruins a good party more than when the band takes too many breaks. That does not happen with Right On EVER: the band will not take a break unless you ask them to.

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"You Call It" Drag Show
Oct
23

"You Call It" Drag Show

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It’s the HALLO-QUEEN Edition at The Grey Goose. Can you dress FIERCER than a Drag Queen costume contest!

**** Reservations Are Encouraged ******** For more information call (757) 723-7978

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Zack Salsberry Trio at The Vanguard
Oct
9

Zack Salsberry Trio at The Vanguard

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Zack Salsberry is a guitarist and singer-songwriter from Newport News, VA who began playing at age 5 and performing on stage at age 9. His shows are a reflection of his eclectic musical tastes and include songs by the Beatles, Holwin' Wolf, Hendrix and SRV along with newer music by artists such as Mac DeMarco, Gorillaz, Father John Misty and a selection of original material. Zack has developed a reputation for inspired performances and high energy guitar work.
Zack currently performs solo and also fronts the Zack Salsberry Trio. For several years, he served as the lead guitarist for the Doc Robin Band. He was featured in a 2014 edition of Guitar Player Magazine, is a proud member of the Brotherhood of the Guitar and received a 2014 Veer Music Award while with The UnXpected (Best Teen Band). Zack has contributed to studio recordings with The UnXpected, the Doc Robin Band and Heather Pabalate of The Groove Cats. He has played hundreds of shows at venues both small and large throughout Hampton Roads, highlighted by appearances at the 22nd Annual Blues at the Beach Festival, the Williamsburg Winter Blues Jazz Festival, the Big Bluesy, the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, the 2016 Acoustic Music Gathering, the Stockley Gardens Art Festival and two appearances at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. He has made live radio appearances on Blues Traffic Jam (WFOS), Hunter at Sunrise (WHRV) and Acoustic Highway with Barry Graham (WHRV) and live television performances on Coast Live (WTKR-TV3) and The Hampton Roads Show (WAVY-TV10).

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Barktoberfest 2021
Oct
9

Barktoberfest 2021

Barktoberfest (formerly Paws for a Cause) is the Peninsula SPCA's annual fundraiser to benefit homeless animals!

Bring your pup for . .

LIVE MUSIC – BEER TASTING – DOG WALK – VENDORS – RESCUES – BOBBING FOR TENNIS BALLS – DOG CAKE WALK – AND OUR AMAZING COSTUME CONTEST FOR PEOPLE AND PETS – with CASH PRIZES!!

And as always, all proceeds will benefit the animals and programs of the Peninsula SPCA.

Click here for more information!

Festival admission:
Purchase tickets in advance at a discount and to ensure you receive an exclusive Barktoberfest T-shirt.

Adults: $15, Child (Ages 5 to 12): $10
Includes: exclusive Barktoberfest T-shirt, event admission including live music, vendors, costume contest, dog walk & activities, goody bag with cool stuff and TWO raffle tickets. Now through Sept. 30

Barktoberfest Package: $35 (ages 21 & up)
The whole darn thing! includes Bow-Wow beer tasting ticket, souvenir glass, exclusive Barktoberfest T-shirt, event admission with live music, vendors, costume contest, dog walk & activities, goody bag with cool stuff and TWO raffle tickets. Now through Sept. 30 (register in advance – limited supply of glasses!)

VIP Table: $500 (ages 21 & up)
New this year! Get your pack together and be treated to VIP status with a table for 10 in the VIP area. Includes table with snacks, 10 admissions to the festival, 10 Bow-wow beer tasting tickets, 10 souvenir glasses, 10 exclusive Barktoberfest T-shirts, 20 raffle tickets, and 10 goody bags stuffed with coupons and cool stuff.


Live Music and Activities

* Live music – Lost Soul Society with Special Guests

* Food Vendors

* Bow-Wow Beer Garden with Craft Brew Tastings -presented by Peninsula Animal Referral Center featuring:
Alewerks Brewing, Bull Island Brewing, Caiseal, Sly Clyde Cider works, St George Brewing and That Damn Mary Brewing Co
Dog Star Vodka tastings from Blue Skies Distillery

* Costume Contest and Parade for pets and owners with cash prizes + more!
CASH prizes! Pets only category: 1st place: $30, 2nd place: $20, 3rd place: $10!
Pets & People category: 1st place: $75, 2nd place: $50, 3rd place: $25

* Pet contests and activities: Dog Cake Walk – musical chairs style, peanut butter eating contest, cupcake eating contest, Bobbing for Tennis Balls, and Reverse limbo for small dogs and big dogs

* Local Animal Rescues

* Canine & Pet CPR Demonstrations with Pawsitive Attitudes

* Vendors and Artisans

* Dog Walk along Downtown Hampton’s beautiful waterfront and through the historic district all to benefit the PSPCA Animals!

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River Tramps at The Vanguard Brew Pub and Distillery Stage!
Oct
8

River Tramps at The Vanguard Brew Pub and Distillery Stage!

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River Tramps blend the best elements of folk and pop music, crafting tunes with harmony, gypsy jazz flourishes, and twang. The duo composed of Rio Martine and Adam Cohen met while working together in a Nashville restaurant, and after discovering similar musical tastes, the two began a relationship and artistic endeavor that’s endured through years.

Click here for more information.



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BayPort Foundation Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon
Oct
1
to Oct 3

BayPort Foundation Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon

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Come see for yourself why Runner’s World named BayPort Foundation Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon presented by Bon Secours In Motion is a must run Half Marathon! Are you looking for a flat and fast course? Do you love running by the water? Do you enjoy celebrating after your race? The 10th Annual BayPort Foundation Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon Weekend is the perfect place to run, crawl, and SHELLebrate.

Register here: https://crawlincrabhalf.com/

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The Deloreans - Live At The Point
Sep
30

The Deloreans - Live At The Point

The Deloreans will be performing Live at Mill Point Park on Thursday, September 30th, from 5-9 PM! Don’t miss out on this event that is free and open to the public!

There will be food and beverage vendors on site for all attendees:

Get Cheesy
Frank’s Monster Munchies

Alcohol purchases are cash only.

No outside coolers, food, or beverages are allowed inside of Mill Point Park.
***This includes sealed water bottles***
The vendors provide water and beverages for this event.


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Trevor Daniel & The Reef - Live At The Point
Sep
23

Trevor Daniel & The Reef - Live At The Point

Come down to Mill Point Park Thursday, September 23rd, for live entertainment by Trevor Daniel & The Reef!

This event is free and open to the public.

There will be food and beverage vendors at this event:
Flame & Pie
Chicken Stop


Alcohol purchases are cash only.

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No outside coolers, food, or beverages are allowed inside of Mill Point Park.

***This includes sealed water bottles***

The vendors provide water and beverages for this event.
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For more information about Trevor Daniel & The Reef:
https://www.facebook.com/trevordanielandthereef

Click here for more information!

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Haunted Screams Expo 2021
Sep
18
to Sep 19

Haunted Screams Expo 2021

The Haunted Screams Expo horror convention returns September 18-19, 2021 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia, with celebrity guests, a haunted house, raffle prizes, makeup effects and costume contests, vendors, movies, VIP party, and more.

EXPO HOURS:
Saturday: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm (VIP Party After Dark)
Sunday: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
(VIP Early Entry at 10:00 am both days)

For vendor info, tickets, and the full guest lineup, visit hauntedscreams.com or call/text 757-576-0792

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Transit Chicago Cover Band - Live At The Point
Sep
16

Transit Chicago Cover Band - Live At The Point

Transit will be performing Live at Mill Point Park on Thursday, September 16th, from 5-9 PM! Don’t miss out on this event that is free and open to the public!

There will be food and beverage vendors on site for all attendees:

Nosh
Jessica Lou’s

Alcohol purchases are cash only.

No outside coolers, food, or beverages are allowed inside of Mill Point Park.
***This includes sealed water bottles***
The vendors provide water and beverages for this event.


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Anthony Rosano - Live At The Point
Sep
9

Anthony Rosano - Live At The Point

Anthony Rosano will be performing Live at Mill Point Park on Thursday, September 9th, from 5-9 PM! Don’t miss out on this event that is free and open to the public!

There will be food and beverage vendors on site for all attendees:

Frank’s Monster Munchies
Black Pearl


Alcohol purchases are cash only.

No outside coolers, food, or beverages are allowed inside of Mill Point Park.
***This includes sealed water bottles***
The vendors provide water and beverages for this event.

Click here for more information!

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