February 2020
Get Hired Hampton Job and Resource Fair
Connect with businesses that are hiring and get valuable job-seeking tips during the Get Hired Hampton Job and Resource Fair on Feb. 4 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive. More than 100 employers are already registered. Preparation help and services for job seekers are available at Hampton's WorkOne Center located at 1300 Thomas Street, Suite C, Hampton, VA 23669. Registration is not required for the job fair, which starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m.…
Find out more »2019 Showstopper Dance Competition
Celebrating 40 years of dance, Showstopper is the world’s leading dance competition! We host over 50 National events each year including Regionals Competitions, National Finals Competitions, and Dance Conventions. Come dance at a competition where the environment is inviting, motivating, and inspiring. We want every dancer to feel like a star on our stages, and every teacher to feel appreciated and proud. At our competitions, dance on Marley floors with stage microphones in front of our LED video screens that customize backdrops to…
Find out more »Never Play With A Woman’s Heart
When Myles Stewart was summoned to Courtney Dennis the assistant warden’s office, he encountered a woman that was sexy, daunting, and conniving. Courtney knows what she wants, and always gets it, even if it requires unscrupulous behavior. After reviewing Myles’ record, the potential she sees in him drives her to pull a few strings on his behalf. And with a body like Courtney’s how could Myles say no, even if there were strings attached? Surprised yet thrilled with the prospect…
Find out more »Hampton Roads Home Show
The peninsula’s largest Home Show in Hampton, Virginia, this show features landscaping companies, remodeling contractors, interior decorating companies, and more, at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. Saturday, Feb. 8, 10a-6p Sunday, Feb. 9, 11a-5p Admission: $10 at the door $8 Get your coupon $9 Active, retired and military veterans (and spouses), active and retired police, firefighters and first responders *(with valid ID) $9 Seniors Under 18 Free
Find out more »World of Pets
The World of Pets Expo and Educational Experience takes place February 21-23, 2020 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, in Hampton. World of Pets Expo is a cornerstone event for East Coast pet enthusiasts and animal lovers alike. This year will mark the 8th anniversary of the Virginia World of Pets Expo, we continue to grow our Virginia show and are expecting a record breaking turnout this year. This exciting three day expo is one of Virginia’s only family and…
Find out more »Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Join us as we celebrate the 31st annual Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection of quilt, garment and fiber art exhibitions including quilt and wearable art prize money competitions. Rounding out the event will be workshops and lectures presented by leading instructors along with demonstrations throughout the Merchants Mall.
Find out more »March 2020
Grit Fitness Festival
Established in 2010 and has grown into one of the premier 2 and 4-person team functional fitness events in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Over the years athletes from up and down the East Coast have traveled to the Hampton Roads area to participate in this TEST OF FITNESS and COMMUNITY BUILDING event. TEAM GRIT has multiple divisions in order to give everyone an opportunity to test their fitness. This wide selection accomodates all fitness levels, from the seasoned vet to the…
Find out more »Southeastern Guns & Knives Show
Southeastern Guns and Knives is an organized and legal gun show event that promotes understanding of the shooting sports, appreciation of American history, and an opportunity to view historic and contemporary weapons. A variety of people, from professionals to blue-collar workers, attend gun shows. Gun show patrons attend the shows as collectors, hobbyists, sportsmen, and hunters; many also attend because they are interested in home defense.
Find out more »Hustle and Motivate Expo
Hustle & Motivate Expo is the biggest networking event for Entrepreneurs in the Hampton Roads Area. At this full day event, we are providing Entrepreneurs with the tools and resources needed to grow their businesses. We are hosting a Speed-Networking activity, Meet & Greet/Lunch Buffet, Panel Discussion and Pitching Competition. All put together to ensure the success of each and every business owner that steps through our doors. Speed-Networking: As a Business owner, it is important to connect with others.…
Find out more »10th Annual Hampton Roads Tattoo Festival
The Hampton Roads Tattoo Festival promises to be an unforgettable event and the first of its kind in the area. The show plans to attract a wide variety of artists from around the globe, specializing in every style of tattooing imaginable. Over the weekend, there will be live tattooing for the public, fully-catered concession stands, and various bars throughout the convention hall. Other events will include – live music and entertainment, tattoo contests, live painting, and tons of door prizes.…
Find out more »Annual Country for Kids Concert
Country for Kids presented by Old Point National Bank is the annual charity concert to benefit the Center for Child & Family Services, a non-profit organization that has been serving the community since 1943. The Center's mission is to deliver quality counseling programs and support services that empower individuals and families to improve their lives. We empower people to face life's challenges. We provide services such as mental health counseling from children to adults, youth and young adult substance abuse…
Find out more »May 2020
Virginia Gymnastics Xcel State Championship
The USA Gymnastics Xcel Program is a program offered as an alternative program for competitive gymnasts. All of the gymnasts participating in the Virginia Xcel State Championship have qualified through a series of local competitions. Gymnasts vary in age, from 5 years-old to 19 years-old.
Find out more »Bodacious Bazaar & Wine Festival
Over 250 vendors, artists, crafters and several of Virginia's finest wineries at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, where there is something for everyone! Friday & Saturday (May 29 & May 30) 10:00am - 7:00pm Sunday (May 31) 10:00am - 6:00pm Adult $7 one day $10 two days Children $4 Children in Strollers FREE
Find out more »June 2020
Cyber Operations in Multi-Domain Warfare
Cyber operations in multi-domain warfare and solving challenges for the joint warfighter. What are the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and NATO battlespace perspectives of cyberspace operations and electronic warfare? How will DoD achieve information domination through mission integration and training in this battlespace?
Find out more »August 2020
Neighborhood Night Out
The Coliseum Central Neighborhood Night Out Health & Safety Fair is a free day of family fun! Hampton law enforcement agencies will provide child identification kits and have vehicles on display. The day will also feature inflatables, a rock climbing wall and area businesses providing information related to health and safety.
Find out more »November 2020
NekoCon 23
The Hampton Roads Convention Center welcomes back over 6,000 otaku (fanboy’s and fangirl’s) to NekoCon 23, a Japanese Culture and Anime convention featuring everything from cosplay (a combination of the words costume and play) to L.A.R.P. (Live Action Role Playing) in which attendees dress up as their favorite anime characters and become part of the action. Members are welcome to attend various panels and workshops, play video games or tabletop games in our gaming hall, participate in gaming tournaments, purchase…
Find out more »The Bodacious Bazaar Fall Show
The Bodacious Bazaar & Art Festival is an amazing shopping experience that happens once a year in the Hampton Roads area. The show’s mission is to fund local nonprofits through quality shopping opportunities and to promote our communities talented artists. We had 350 vendors this last fall. Our show is designed to promote talented artists, crafters, and local businesses at an extraordinary venue. The fall show is just the place to find the perfect unique and quality Christmas gift. With…
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