NEWSLETTER AND EVENTS

Regional Events Roundup: Hampton, Newport News & Gloucester

Last updated: August 12, 2025

Discover upcoming public meetings, festivals, concerts, classes, and community happenings across the Peninsula.

City of Hampton, VA

Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities Meeting
📅 Thursday, August 14, 2025 | ⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Development Conference Room, 5th Floor, City Hall, 22 Lincoln Street, Hampton, VA
Monthly public meeting; agenda includes Treasurer’s Report, Liaison Reports, Committee Reports, and New Business.
🔗 More Info: hampton.gov/198/Mayors-Committee-for-People-with-Disabil

Basic Computer Class @ Northampton Branch Library
📅 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 936 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, VA
Free beginner class; registration required. Call 757-825-4558.

Music By The Bay – Chisman Creek Band
📅 Thursday, August 14, 2025 | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Continental Park, Fort Monroe
Free outdoor concert. Bring picnic, chairs, and blankets.

Groovin’ By The Bay – Slapnation
📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Mill Point Park, Eaton Street, Hampton, VA
Free music series featuring Motown, oldies, swing & beach rock. Food vendors on site.

Workforce Hampton @ Main Library
📅 Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | ⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Computer Lab, 4207 Victoria Boulevard, Hampton, VA
Resume help, job search support, training info.

Senior Bingo @ Willow Oaks Branch Library
📅 Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | ⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 227 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, VA
Free weekly bingo with prizes.

City of Newport News, VA

Made in Newport News – Block Party Edition
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 City Center at Oyster Point, 701 Town Center Dr, Newport News, VA
3rd annual celebration of locally made products with music, food, and vendors.

34th Annual Southeast Community Day Parade
📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Southeast Community, Newport News, VA
Community pride parade featuring floats, bands, and local groups.

65th Annual Denbigh Day Parade & Festival
📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Courthouse Way Community Center, 14302 Old Courthouse Way, Newport News, VA
Parade, live music, games, arts & crafts, amusements, and food vendors.

Fall-O-Ween Festival – All-America City Celebration
📅 Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Newport News Park, 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA
Family-friendly fall fun with seasonal activities, entertainment, and food.

World Arts Celebration
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Christopher Newport University area, Newport News, VA
Celebrate global cultures through art, music, dance, and food.

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 City Center at Oyster Point, Newport News, VA
Free holiday kickoff event with lights, music, and festivities.

Gloucester, VA

Upcycled Art for Humanity
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025 | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 York & Main, Gloucester Main Street
Local artists transform Habitat ReStore items into one-of-a-kind works of art.

Movie on Main – Disney-Pixar’s Ratatouille
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The House of Ren, Gloucester Main Street
Trivia at 5:30 PM, movie under the stars, snacks, and a Teacher Supply Drive for Botetourt Elementary.

From Colony to Country
📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Gloucester Main Street
Live historical drama exploring Gloucester’s role in the American Revolution.

RiverJam 2025
📅 Saturday, August 23, 2025 | ⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Flat Iron Crossroads
Live music, local food vendors, and art activities.

Blacksmithing Classes
📅 Friday, August 29, 2025 (1-Day) | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📅 August 29–31, 2025 (3-Day) | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM daily
📍 The Village Blacksmith, Gloucester Main Street
Hands-on blacksmithing instruction for beginners.

Gloucester Wine Festival
📅 Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Brent & Becky’s
Virginia wine, food, and music.

Sanders Oktoberfest
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Gloucester, VA
Beer, handmade crafts, and family-friendly fun.

Homestead Market + Community Yard Sale
📅 Sunday, October 19, 2025 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Old Page Grounds
Fall market with local vendors and yard sales.

Small Business Saturday
📅 Saturday, November 29, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Gloucester Main Street
Shop local and enjoy the charm of Gloucester.