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Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs To Host The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster All-Breed Dog Show May 23-26, 2008 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center--Event including conformation, obedience trials, rally, dog related health clinics, expected to draw over 4,000 spectators--
On May 23-26, 2008, the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 2,000 canine friends to The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster. Hosted by the Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs, in conjunction with the Merrimac Dog Training Club, this highly anticipated annual event is expecting to draw over 4,000 spectators within a four day period, utilizing all three of the convention center’s exhibit halls (108,000 square-feet total!).
On May 23-26, 2008, the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 2,000 canine friends to The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster. Hosted by the Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs, in conjunction with the Merrimac Dog Training Club, this highly anticipated annual event is expecting to draw over 4,000 spectators within a four day period, utilizing all three of the convention center’s exhibit halls (108,000 square-feet total!).
Stop.Watch.Sports. to Host Hampton Roads Invitational May 17-18, 2008--All competition to take place at the brand new Boo Williams Sportsplex--
This May 17-18, the Boo Williams Sportsplex will welcome over 1,000 female youth volleyball players to the 3rd annual Hampton Roads Invitational. The event, previously held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center the past two years, is expected to draw competitors from across the United States.
This May 17-18, the Boo Williams Sportsplex will welcome over 1,000 female youth volleyball players to the 3rd annual Hampton Roads Invitational. The event, previously held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center the past two years, is expected to draw competitors from across the United States.
The Hampton Roads Convention Center & Public Arts Steering Committee Hosts Walls of Art May 9, 2008--Over 20 regional artists among the first to display art at the facility--
On May 9, 2008, The Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia will host an opening reception for Walls of Art, featuring the work of over 20 regional artists. The invitation only event, beginning at 6:00 p.m., will celebrate the artists who were chosen to be the first to display their art at the facility.
On May 9, 2008, The Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia will host an opening reception for Walls of Art, featuring the work of over 20 regional artists. The invitation only event, beginning at 6:00 p.m., will celebrate the artists who were chosen to be the first to display their art at the facility.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Opens at Power Plant of Hampton Roads--Hotel brings 124 suites to serve convention delegates--
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Hampton has officially opened at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads. The hotel is owned and operated by Chesapeake, VA-based LTD Management. While designed for the individual business traveler and weekend leisure guest, the 124-suite property’s advantageous location at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Convention Center are strong draws to group tours and convention delegates. All guest rooms and property facilities are non-smoking.
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Hampton has officially opened at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads. The hotel is owned and operated by Chesapeake, VA-based LTD Management. While designed for the individual business traveler and weekend leisure guest, the 124-suite property’s advantageous location at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Convention Center are strong draws to group tours and convention delegates. All guest rooms and property facilities are non-smoking.
Hampton Roads Convention Center to Host Spirit Unlimited ‘Hampton Unlimited Championship’ February 2, 2008—Cheerleading competition to draw athletes from across the state and beyond—
On February 2, 2008 cheerleading competitors from across the state with gather at the Hampton Roads Convention Center for the Hampton Unlimited Championship. Produced by Spirit Unlimited, one of the top cheerleading organizations in the country, the Hampton competition is expected to draw over 300 participants.
On February 2, 2008 cheerleading competitors from across the state with gather at the Hampton Roads Convention Center for the Hampton Unlimited Championship. Produced by Spirit Unlimited, one of the top cheerleading organizations in the country, the Hampton competition is expected to draw over 300 participants.
SEW WHAT?--Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival XIX Returns to Hampton, Virginia February 21-24, 2008--
This February 21-24, 2008, the city at the “center of it all” will once again welcome the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival (MAQF) to the Hampton Roads Convention Center for the third consecutive winter. Now entering its 19th year, MAQF is one of the most anticipated quilt gatherings on the eastern seaboard. The show is expected to draw upwards of 10,000 attendees.
This February 21-24, 2008, the city at the “center of it all” will once again welcome the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival (MAQF) to the Hampton Roads Convention Center for the third consecutive winter. Now entering its 19th year, MAQF is one of the most anticipated quilt gatherings on the eastern seaboard. The show is expected to draw upwards of 10,000 attendees.
Virginia Disabled American Veterans department celebrates 75 years of disabled vets serving other vets in need
The Department of Virginia Disabled American Veterans (DAV) will celebrate 75 years of service October 12-13. The two-day gathering and banquet will take place at the Hampton Roads Convention Center and Embassy Suites Hotel in Hampton.
The Department of Virginia Disabled American Veterans (DAV) will celebrate 75 years of service October 12-13. The two-day gathering and banquet will take place at the Hampton Roads Convention Center and Embassy Suites Hotel in Hampton.
FantaSci convention announces event special guests
FantaSci event planners recently announced a line up of special guests participating in the September 29-30, 2007 program at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.
FantaSci event planners recently announced a line up of special guests participating in the September 29-30, 2007 program at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.
Annual FantaSci Event Returns to the Region
On September 29-30, 2007 the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 3,000 fantasy, medieval and science-fiction fans to the Sixth Annual FantaSci Convention. The event will feature everything from cosplay (a combination of the words costume and play) and live action role playing (LARP) to workshops, demonstrations and celebrity guests.
On September 29-30, 2007 the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 3,000 fantasy, medieval and science-fiction fans to the Sixth Annual FantaSci Convention. The event will feature everything from cosplay (a combination of the words costume and play) and live action role playing (LARP) to workshops, demonstrations and celebrity guests.
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