Newport News Special Events

07/30/2024

Don’t forget: Performing THIS Thursday (August 1) is the TRADOC Army Band! 👏🎤🤩

🗓️August 1
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/25/2024

Due to the weather, Drop the Mic is CANCELLED for tonight (July 25) ‼️☔️🌧️

Please help us spread the word! 📢

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

07/25/2024

🗓️ August 10
⏰ 7-10 PM
📍 Victory Landing Park

RESCHEDULE REMINDER: We still get to play for our Newport News friends on Saturday, Aug 10. New times are 7-10 pm!

07/22/2024

Don’t forget: Performing THIS Thursday is Vinyl Headlights! 👏🎤🤩

🗓️July 25
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/19/2024

NEW RESCHEDULED DATE🤩🤩🤩

The Deloreans 80's Band will now be performing August 10th!

🗓️August 10
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-10 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/18/2024

Due to the forecast of rain and inclement weather, Drop the Mic is POSTPONED for tonight (July 18) ‼️☔️🌧️ A later date is TBD

Please help us spread the word! 📢

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

07/16/2024

Don’t forget: Performing THIS Thursday (July 18) is The Deloreans 80's Band! 👏🎤🤩

🗓️July 18
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/15/2024

‼️UPDATE‼️

Our World Arts Celebration event is postponed! A later date will be announced soon. Stay tuned for more updates. 😊

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/11/2024

Due to the weather, Drop the Mic is CANCELLED for tonight (July 11) ‼️☔️🌧️

Please help us spread the word! 📢

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

07/11/2024

🗓️July-August
⏰ 6-7 PM
📍King-Lincoln Park, Huntington Park, Riverview Farm Park, and Newport News Park
‼️ Free
📋 Register at BleevablePrana.com

Sunset salutations and smiles❣️🌿☀️

What an incredible start to our free 8-week Yoga in the Park class last night at King Lincoln Park! The turnout was amazing, and the energy was infectious - especially with the little ones joining in. 🤸

We can’t wait to see even more people in the upcoming weeks and are thrilled to bring the practice of yoga to various parks across Newport News. The journey has just begun! 🧘🏾

Thanks to our teacher for starting it off. ✨

07/10/2024

We are beating the heat with our new ‘cooler’ summer concert hours for the Drop the Mic - Summer Concert Series. The new concert hours are: 7 - 9 PM.

NEW TROLLEY PICK-UP TIME IS 6:30 PM 🚎🚎🎶🚎
Locations
Bird Girl Bottle Shop
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center

Please help us spread the word!

Concerts are part of a project designed over the past year by partners from across Newport News, learning and building via the collaboration track of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and made possible by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This worthwhile work brings culture and performance downtown and is a great thing for our city – and we’re just getting started!

Mayor Phillip Jones
Visit Newport News
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
Bird Girl Bottle Shop
City of Newport News, VA - Government

For more info, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/09/2024

Don’t forget: Performing THIS Thursday (July 11) is Bobby BlackHat! 👏🎤🤩

🗓️July 11
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

07/09/2024

07/09/2024

07/08/2024

‼️Updated July date‼️

Summer's invitation to stretch, breathe, and thrive! 🌞

Join us for our FREE rejuvenating Yoga in the Park sessions throughout July and August! Let's flow together under the open sky, embracing the warmth of the sun and the tranquility of nature. See you on the mat! 🧘🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️🧡

🗓️July-August
⏰ 6-7 PM
📍King-Lincoln Park, Huntington Park, Riverview Farm Park, and Newport News Park
‼️ Free
📋 Register at BleevablePrana.com

07/05/2024

We would like to thank everyone for an INCREDIBLE night! 🤩🇺🇸❤️💙😊🎆

I have to admit… I wasn’t sure that we could EVER top the audience in Colonial Williamsburg on the 4th of July. Newport News, you guys seriously DON’T PLAY AROUND! 🤩🤩🤩 Even after a seek shelter order and postponed show, you came back out in FULL FORCE! To , Vice Mayor Curtis Bethany, Newport News City Council, , we can not thank you all enough for welcoming us to the Newport News celebration with open arms and your awesome hospitality! 🙏 Also, what an INCREDIBLE fireworks show!! 🎇🎆🎇🎆 Wowza! To our friends with the , we love you and CAN’T WAIT to collab again! 🎶🎶🎶🎶 Thank you to everyone who joined us for a special night in Newport News…. this was absolutely one that we won’t ever forget! ❤️❤️❤️ Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

07/05/2024

‼️EVENT UPDATE‼️

WE’RE BACK ON!

ENJOY GOOD SHOT JUDY WITH WSO UNTIL 9:15 PM. FIREWORKS AT 9:15 🎆🎇🎉🇺🇸

07/04/2024

‼️ EVENT UPDATE ‼️

Due to an impending storm front, we are asking event attendees to seek shelter immediately. There is lightning within 5 miles and the potential for strong winds.

We will continue to monitor the weather and will provide updates regarding the fireworks show.

Stay Tuned for Updates!

07/03/2024

🤩🤩🤩

🗓️ July 4
📍 Victory Landing Park
⏰ 6:00 - 9:15 PM
🎆 Fireworks begin at 9:00 PM!

Here we go! 🎆🎇 It’s the big one! We’ve been wanting to do this for years and it’s finally happening… TOMORROW! 🤩 We hope you’ll make plans to bring out the family and join us for GSJ history making as we team up with our friends at The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra for a 4th of July spectactular at Victory Landing Park in Newport News! 🙌 Great food, great music, festive entertainers, giveaways, and a spectacular fireworks display above the James River! 🎆🎇 The festivities kick off at 6pm and we take the stage at 7pm. Fireworks begin at 9pm sharp! It’s gonna be a blast! 😎 Newport News Special Events

07/02/2024

🎆 Stars in the Sky Event Trolley Services 🎆
Heading to the Stars in the Sky event on July 4th? Leave the parking hassle behind and hop on our complimentary trolleys! 🚋✨

🕔 Route Details:
• Service Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
• Continuous loop to and from the event
🔄 Shuttle Stops:
1️⃣ Downing Gross Cultural Arts Center
📍 2410 Wickham Ave., Newport News, VA 23607
2️⃣ Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center
📍 550 30th Street, Newport News, VA 23607
🛑 Pick-up and drop-off on 29th Street - look for the trolley stop sign
3️⃣ Victory Arch (Event Location)
📍 West Ave. and 25th Street, Newport News, VA 23607

Enjoy the festivities without the fuss! See you there! 🎇🌟

For more info, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

06/28/2024

July 4th is going to be epic!! 🎶🎆

🗓️ July 4
📍 Victory Landing Park
⏰ 6:00 - 9:15 PM
🎆 Fireworks begin at 9:00 PM!

What a blast it was to pack 20 musicians into Good Shot Studios this week for 4th of July rehearsal!! 🎆🇺🇸🎇 The music sounded SO good! 🤩🤩🤩 Can’t wait to add all of the strings on the 4th! 🎻🎻🎻 What an honor to perform with so many incredible musicians in one show! 🙌 I hope you’ll make plans to join GSJ and The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra at Victory Landing Park in Newport News for a very special performance, tons of family activities, and an amazing fireworks show on the 4th! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Newport News Special Events

06/28/2024

Light up the night in Newport News this July 4th🎆! Celebrate Independence Day with great food, live music, festive entertainers, giveaways and a spectacular fireworks show displayed above the James River. This year’s 4th of July - Stars in the Sky will feature a magical music performance from Good Shot Judy with The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra. Special guest apperance from Gerome Meminger - Art by Gerome who will conduct a live stage painting. You don't want to miss this dazzling celebration! 🎶🎻✨

🗓️ July 4
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
🎆 Fireworks begin at 9:00 PM

City of Newport News, VA - Government
Visit Newport News
Mayor Phillip Jones

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

06/27/2024

The guests are all set and ready for tonight’s Drop the Mic Summer Concert!!! 😊👏

Enjoy some tacos, beer, and wine as we kick off an unforgettable night! 🌮🍷🍻

🧢Also, don’t forget to get your Drop the Mic merch!

Bucket Hat $15
Trucker Hat $10
T-shirt $10

🗓️June-August | Every Thursday
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

06/27/2024

Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos are warming up but keeping the sounds real cool for tonight’s Drop the Mic concert! Join us 7 - 9 PM! 🎶🤩

06/27/2024

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets to our Thursday night Summer Concert Series‼️🪑

🗓️June-August | EVERY THURSDAY
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7-9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

Concerts are part of a project designed over the past year by partners from across Newport News, learning and building via the collaboration track of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and made possible by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This worthwhile work brings culture and performance downtown and is a great thing for our city – and we’re just getting started!

City of Newport News, VA - Government
Mayor Phillip Jones
Visit Newport News

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

06/26/2024

REMINDER: Performing THIS Thursday June 27 is Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos! 👏🎤🤩

🗓️June 27
📍Victory Landing Park
⏰ 7 - 9 PM
‼️ No pets | No outside alcohol | Bring your lawn chairs!

Concerts are part of a project designed over the past year by partners from across Newport News, learning and building via the collaboration track of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and made possible by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This worthwhile work brings culture and performance downtown and is a great thing for our city – and we’re just getting started!

For more info, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

Mayor Phillip Jones
Visit Newport News
City of Newport News, VA - Government

06/26/2024

We are beating the heat and starting our ‘cooler’ summer concert hours for the Drop the Mic - Summer Concert Series THIS THURSDAY. The new concert hours are: 7 - 9 PM.

NEW TROLLEY PICK-UP TIME IS 6:30 PM (both locations) 🚎🚎🎶🚎

Please help us spread the word!

Concerts are part of a project designed over the past year by partners from across Newport News, learning and building via the collaboration track of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and made possible by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This worthwhile work brings culture and performance downtown and is a great thing for our city – and we’re just getting started!

Mayor Phillip Jones
Visit Newport News
Bird Girl Bottle Shop
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
City of Newport News, VA - Government

For more info, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

06/26/2024

The heat is on and we’re keeping cool at the the Drop the Mic Summer Concert Series on the James River. Join us every Thursday at picturesque Victory Landing Park from 7-9 PM (new hours). Enjoy scenic sunsets, the coolest beverages, finger-licking food trucks and of course the hottest bands in the Yard District! 😎🎶🎤🎸

Concerts are part of a project designed over the past year by partners from across Newport News, learning and building via the collaboration track of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and made possible by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This worthwhile work brings culture and performance downtown and is a great thing for our city – and we’re just getting started!

For more info, visit www.nnparksandrec.org

Mayor Phillip Jones
Visit Newport News
City of Newport News, VA - Government
Bird Girl Bottle Shop
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center