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The Special Events section plans, manages and promotes citywide festivals and special events held in the City of Newport News. Individuals, community groups and businesses can be part of these events as vendors, exhibitors, entertainers and corporate sponsors.

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SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Apr 1 • 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

LEE HALL EASTER EGG HUNT

Apr 8 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

upcoming Festivals & Events

Spring EGGstravaganza

King-Lincoln Park 600 Jefferson Ave, VA

Hop into the spring season and bring your family and friends to beautiful King-Lincoln Park (600 Jefferson Ave) for this EGG-citing event that features the…

Lee Hall Easter Egg Hunt

Lee Hall Mansion 163 Yorktown Rd, Newport News, Virginia

Celebrate spring with a fun morning on the grounds of Lee Hall Mansion! Collect Easter eggs and participate in crafts and games. Timed reservations for…

Friday Night Street Sprints

The Yard District 23rd St, Newport News, VA

A series of Street Sprints in the Yard District on 23rd St. The races will comprise of points and prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd…

Newport News Twilight Criterium

The Yard District 23rd St, Newport News, VA

Back by popular demand, the City of Newport News and THR Cycling are again joining forces for the 2023 Newport News Twilight Criterium!  An elite,…

Outdoor Enthusiast Event

Newport News Park 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA

Join Newport News Parks & Recreation as we celebrate the great outdoors as only, we can!  The Outdoor Enthusiast Event will feature many offerings, exhibits…

Children’s Festival of Friends

Newport News Park 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA

Bring the children, grandkids, nieces and nephews to Newport News Park on Saturday, May 6th and help us celebrate the 31st Annual Newport News Children’s Festival of…

Juneteenth Freedom Festival

Free community festival featuring musical entertainment, food and craft vendors, informational exhibits, and children’s activities. » Vendor & Exhibitor Registration Location: TBD

Stars in the Sky

Victory Landing Park 50 26th St, Newport News, VA

The Newport News Department of Parks & Recreation will present the “4th of July Stars in the Sky” on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at Victory Landing Park (50…

Backyard Bash

Superblock 2601 Washington Ave, Newport News, VA

Let the lawn games begin!  Grab your sunglasses and your favorite pair of flip-flops and bring the family to Superblock Park (2601 Washington Ave.) as…

Denbigh Day Parade and Festival

Courthouse Way Community Center 14302 Old Courthouse Way, Newport News, VA

The official 63rd Annual Denbigh Day Parade and Festival includes: a parade, live music, games, educational displays, photo ops, arts & crafts vendors, petting zoo,…

Recurring

Fall-O-Ween

Newport News Park 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA

Fall-O-Ween, formerly known as Fall Festival, is here! This event will feature a wide variety of unique vendors, live entertainment, pumpkin patch, corn maze, children's…

Recurring

Fall-O-Ween

Newport News Park 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA

Fall-O-Ween, formerly known as Fall Festival, is here! This event will feature a wide variety of unique vendors, live entertainment, pumpkin patch, corn maze, children's…