Sensory Activation Vehicle
In Hampton Roads, numerous city-wide and regional festivals and events bring communities together each year. However, many individuals with invisible disabilities and sensory impairments, such as stroke, Parkinson’s, PTSD, dementia, and autism, are often excluded due to lack of accommodation. This exclusion leads to isolation and prevents these individuals and their families from enjoying these community gatherings.
To address this issue, Coliseum Central purchased a Sensory Activation Vehicle (SAV) to create a more inclusive environment at such events. The SAV is a mobile, wheelchair-accessible, and climate-controlled space equipped with interactive sensory stations and comfortable seating, offering a calming and sound-proof environment for attendees requiring respite. Coliseum Central donated the SAV to the city of Hampton to ensure use throughout the community.
Reserve the SAV for your event!
Organizations, businesses and event planners are able to rent the SAV for use at community events, festivals, school functions and other events via the city of Hampton website. Coliseum Central businesses are eligible to reserve the SAV at a reduced daily rate of $200. For more information, to explore the vehicle, and to rent it for your next event, CLICK HERE.
Events & Entertainment
Tastefully Yours | May 1st
Be a part of the fun at the 29th Annual Tastefully Yours premier food tasting event, featuring craft beer and wine, on May 1st from 6-9:30PM at the Hampton Roads Convention Center (1610 Coliseum Drive). The event will also include a chef competition, photo booth, mini Vegas, live band, DJ, live auction and “People’s Choice” award. This year’s theme is Mardi Gras – wear beads, mask, feathers and bold colors for a chance to win the costume contest. Each ticket purchased will help provide the equivalent of 195 meals for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. Don’t miss this vibrant evening of flavors, fun, and festivities for a great cause. For more information and to purchase tickets, CLICK HERE.
Shred Day & Canned Food Drive | May 10th
Hampton Roads Educators’ Credit Union (2130 Cunningham Drive) will be hosting a Shred Day & Canned Food Drive on May 10th from 9AM-12PM. Attendees are eligible to shred up to three bags/banker’s boxes of sensitive documents. Food and monetary donations will be accepted and proceeds will benefit the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Paws for Pride | May 10th
The 4th annual Paws for Pride event will take place on May 10th from 10AM-2PM at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park (2551 N. Armistead Avenue). The event will feature pet rescues, vendors, DJ, pet costume contest, pony rides, goat yoga, food trucks and much more. CLICK HERE to learn more.
June 21-22 Southeastern Gun & Knife Show
September 13-14 Southeastern Gun & Knife Show
May 3 Iverson Classic
May 31 The Live Breathe Fight Tour
March 23 We Them Ones Comedy Tour
June 27-29 Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
Promote Your Event
Add your events to the Coliseum Central website calendar! Click here and complete the form with the details of your event. Once submitted, events will be published on the site calendar within one business day. Is your business or organization hosting an event? Our events calendar is the perfect way to share your Coliseum Central events and happenings. Our robust calendar allows you to include photo, category, social links, description and more. Submit your events via the Submit an Event form HERE.
Announcements
Summer Youth Employment
Could your business use additional help this Summer? Hampton’s Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities is accepting applications from local businesses to employ Hampton youth and young adults ages 16-24. Employees may work up to 20 hours per week from June 16-August 22. Students are matched with businesses based on their interests and availability. There is no cost to businesses. All program participants are paid by the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities.
For more information contact the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities at 757-727-2745 or email Hugo Morrison at hugo.morrison@hampton.gov. To apply, CLICK HERE. The deadline to apply is May 2.
Upcoming Blood Drives
April 18th | 12:30pm – 4:15pm
YMCA Health & Wellness Center | 4001 Coliseum Drive
April 23rd | 10am – 2:00pm
Sentara CaraPlex Hospital | 3000 Coliseum Drive
April 29th | 10am – 3pm
Tower of Deliverance Fellowship | 2704 Build America Drive
Coming Soon
Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings | Peninsula Town Center, 3969 Kilgore Ave
Jade Bowl | Coliseum Crossing, 41 Coliseum Crossing
Pizza Twist | Coliseum Crossing, 106 Coliseum Crossing
Committee Meetings
April 15th at 9am | Security Committee
April 17th at 9am | Marketing Committee
April 17th at 10:30am | Physical Improvements Committee
April 22nd at 9am | Board of Directors
Please join us in the BID office at 2101 Executive Drive, Suite 550 or virtually.
Business Resources
Coliseum Central Grants
Coliseum Central has a number of matching grant programs in place to help you promote your business and improve its safety and curb appeal. For more information about grant programs and to apply, CLICK HERE.
Security Camera Grant Program
This grant helps business and property owners enhance the safety of their property. Funds may only be used for installation of exterior security cameras to businesses or property in the District which will be connected to the Hampton Police Division’s Real Time Information Center.
Security Improvement Grant
The Security Improvement Grant matches up to $2,500 of physical improvements to enhance the level of security and safety of businesses or public spaces. A Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design survey must be conducted by the Hampton Police Division Community Relations to be eligible for funding.
The Physical Improvement Grant
The Physical Improvement Grant provides matching funds of up to $10,000 to businesses owners who seek to improve the exterior appearance of their property. Funds may be used for facade, landscaping and/or public beautifications. Applicants must submit a plan for facades and streetscape improvements containing a description and illustration of planned improvements and an itemized budget, including design, installation, and fabrication costs. Free professional design consultation is provided to approved applicants of the grant program.
Marketing Sponsorship
Coliseum Central is a proud sponsor of many community organizations and events. The Marketing Committee meets monthly (excluding February and December) to review submitted sponsorship applications and funds will be administered, budget permitting, based on the proposed goodwill as well as the marketing benefit received. Sponsorship applications must be received no later than 60 days prior to date of your event.