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82nd Annual Hampton Cup Regatta: Ridin’ the Rooster Tail
The nation’s oldest continuously running hydroplane boat race, the Hampton Cup Regatta, will celebrate its 82nd Anniversary August 8-10, 2008.
The nation’s oldest continuously running hydroplane boat race, the Hampton Cup Regatta, will celebrate its 82nd Anniversary August 8-10, 2008.
Virginia Tourism Corporation Features Hampton Bay Days In New Promotion
Front Row Fanatic, Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) brand new national promotion highlighting Virginia’s thriving music scene, is currently showcasing one of Hampton Road’s largest and most popular festivals, Hampton Bay Days! The promotion, running now through July 1, will give entrants the opportunity to win a trip for two to one of the state’s most “musical” destinations.
Front Row Fanatic, Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) brand new national promotion highlighting Virginia’s thriving music scene, is currently showcasing one of Hampton Road’s largest and most popular festivals, Hampton Bay Days! The promotion, running now through July 1, will give entrants the opportunity to win a trip for two to one of the state’s most “musical” destinations.
Jazz Jitney Returns During Hampton Jazz Festival Weekend 2008
Visitors to Hampton, Virginia for the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will find an abundance of exhibitions, attractions, and events complimenting the June 27-29, 2008 annual celebration. Guests wishing to experience all of the activities offered will find it easy thanks to the Jazz Jitney, a shuttle that loops Coliseum Central, Downtown Hampton, and the Power Plant of Hampton Roads beginning Friday, June 27, and ending Sunday, June 29. The Afrikan American Festival, an art exhibition at Hampton University Museum, and a special African-American themed tour at the Hampton History Museum are just a few of the programs to be presented that weekend.
Visitors to Hampton, Virginia for the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will find an abundance of exhibitions, attractions, and events complimenting the June 27-29, 2008 annual celebration. Guests wishing to experience all of the activities offered will find it easy thanks to the Jazz Jitney, a shuttle that loops Coliseum Central, Downtown Hampton, and the Power Plant of Hampton Roads beginning Friday, June 27, and ending Sunday, June 29. The Afrikan American Festival, an art exhibition at Hampton University Museum, and a special African-American themed tour at the Hampton History Museum are just a few of the programs to be presented that weekend.
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!).
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.
St. George Brewing Company Hosts Beer Tasting Red Cross Fundraiser May 3
On Saturday, May 3, St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross. The event, taking place 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews. The “party” will also feature live musical entertainment.
On Saturday, May 3, St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross. The event, taking place 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews. The “party” will also feature live musical entertainment.
Prepare to Walk the Plank at the Ninth Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival—Demise of most daunting colonial pirate celebrated in three-day event—
Arggh Mateys! Be prepared to walk the plank as the Ninth annual Hampton Blackbeard Pirate Festival sails into the coastal seaport city of Hampton, Virginia May 30- June 1, 2008. Celebrate Hampton’s rich maritime heritage by commemorating the demise of Hampton’s most infamous visitor, Captain Edward Teach, a.k.a. Blackbeard the Pirate
Arggh Mateys! Be prepared to walk the plank as the Ninth annual Hampton Blackbeard Pirate Festival sails into the coastal seaport city of Hampton, Virginia May 30- June 1, 2008. Celebrate Hampton’s rich maritime heritage by commemorating the demise of Hampton’s most infamous visitor, Captain Edward Teach, a.k.a. Blackbeard the Pirate
41st Annual Hampton Jazz Festival Line-up Announced—Each evening to sizzle with classic performances by R&B, Pop, and Soul Legends—
On June 27-29, 2008 the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will return to the Hampton Coliseum for yet another soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. Presented by Chrysler-Jeep Hampton Roads Dealers, this highly anticipated event features the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the nation.
On June 27-29, 2008 the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will return to the Hampton Coliseum for yet another soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. Presented by Chrysler-Jeep Hampton Roads Dealers, this highly anticipated event features the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the nation.
Afrikan American Festival Returns to Downtown Hampton’s Mill Point Park June 27-29, 2008—Popular alcohol-free family event to feature live music, arts & crafts, food, and more—
This June 27-29, join the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia (PASCA) and the City of Hampton as they present the 18th annual Afrikan American Festival. The event, taking place at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton, will feature live music, arts & crafts, clothing, and ethnic food vendors. No alcohol will be sold at this event.
This June 27-29, join the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia (PASCA) and the City of Hampton as they present the 18th annual Afrikan American Festival. The event, taking place at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton, will feature live music, arts & crafts, clothing, and ethnic food vendors. No alcohol will be sold at this event.
Indulge the Senses in Downtown Hampton—Romance on the River: Wine, Art and Jazz Festival
Experience the beautiful Downtown Hampton waterfront like never before with Romance on the River: Wine, Art & Jazz Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Showcasing wines from Virginia and around the world, Romance on the River offers a taste to satisfy every preference.
Experience the beautiful Downtown Hampton waterfront like never before with Romance on the River: Wine, Art & Jazz Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Showcasing wines from Virginia and around the world, Romance on the River offers a taste to satisfy every preference.
