Events
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Carousel Carnival
FeaturedDowntown Hampton Hampton, Virginia +1 moreCelebrate the opening of the Historic Hampton Carousel season on Saturday, April 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with the Carousel Carnival! Enjoy free carousel rides, carnival games, trackless train rides, prizes, tasty treats, and more! The Hampton Carousel, a restored 1920s wooden merry-go-round, is one of only 70 in the U.S. It’s a...
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Shipwreck Festival
FeaturedMill Point Park 100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA, United StatesGet ready for the first-ever Shipwreck Festival, coming to Mill Point Park! On Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 12 PM to 9 PM, enjoy national and regional rock and alt bands, local openers, delicious food trucks, and craft beverages, along with engaging waterfront activities.
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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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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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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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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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Spring Fling Beer Festival
East Mellen Street East Mellen Street, Hampton, VA, United StatesThousands will pack Historic Downtown Phoebus for a full day of live music, entertainment, family-friendly activities, delicious local street food, and a beer garden featuring exclusive releases from coastal Virginia breweries.
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Hampton Wine & Spirit Expo
FeaturedHampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United StatesThe Hampton Wine & Spirit Expo offers an unforgettable day of flavors, experiences, and connections. Featuring fine wine and spirit selections from around the globe, the expo brings together guests and vendors for an extraordinary celebration of the future of wine and spirits in Hampton. VIP Early Access: 11:00 AM General Admission: 12:00 PM –...
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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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An Evening with Susan Werner
FeaturedThe American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United StatesAward-winning singer-songwriter Susan Werner brings her sharp songwriting and musicianship to the stage for an evening of original acoustic music. Known for blending influences from Gershwin and Cole Porter to gospel, Cuban rhythms, and New Orleans piano, Werner’s songs pair wit and warmth with thoughtful, relatable storytelling. The evening also features an accompanying set by...
