Coliseum Central March 2026 Insider

District stakeholders and business partners celebrated 30 years of Coliseum Central on February 24 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The dinner program included a “walk down memory lane” showcasing key projects and initiatives over the past three decades as well as a presentation honoring the original Coliseum Central Board of Directors. Dr. Katherine Loflin discussed the key elements necessary to make people love your city. Police Chief Wideman and Mayor Gray also shared messages. The “Best of Coliseum Central” awards presentation, photobooths and DJ added to the festivities. We would like to thank all presenters, vendors and other contributors to the program. Visit events.coliseumcentral.com/annual26 to view the recording, recap and program.

Coliseum Central would like to welcome the following Board members who were elected during the Annual Meeting – Brian Bray (Embassy Suites), Chris Chase (Bass Pro Shops), Donna Frazier (Holiday Inn Express), Mary Harper (Rosie’s Gaming Emporium), Eric Harrell (Bryant & Stratton College), Drenna Love (Legacy School & Career Apparel), Karen Orie (Hampton Roads Educators Credit Union) and Caroline Peabody (U Rock Art).

Coliseum Central would like to thank the following Board members whose terms ended for their commitment and service to the District – Elizabeth Johnson (Bass Pro Shops) and Andy Ruckman (First Team Hampton Chevrolet).

“Feast Like a Local” during Hampton Restaurant Week from March 1-15. Select restaurants will offer special brunch, lunch and dinner menus. Participating Coliseum Central restaurants include Momo’s Cafe (1930 Power Plant Parkway) and Monsoon Eclectic Modern Indian (2150 Allainby Way). Visit some of your favorite eateries or take the opportunity to try something new. Go to visithampton.com/restaurantweek to view participating restaurants and menus.

Be a part of the fun at the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank’s 30th Annual Tastefully Yours on April 2 from 6-9:30PM at the Hampton Roads Convention Center (1610 Coliseum Drive)! This premier food tasting event features craft beer and wine and samples from over two dozen local restaurants. Other activities include interactive photo booths, mini Vegas, live music, auction and more. This year’s theme is “There’s No Place Like Home” and guests are encouraged to participate in the costume contest dressed as their most creative Oz-inspired or home-themed attire. Each ticket purchased supports the foodbank and their network of 140+ community partners and programs. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit events.coliseumcentral.com/tastefully-yours.

Cookie lovers rejoice – Alibi Cookies (5050 Kilgore Avenue) is open in Peninsula Town Center! The treat shop serves up nearly two dozen cookie varieties sold individually or in multi-packs as well as brownie, ice cream, milkshakes, cookie cakes, beverages and more. Visit alibicookieshampton.square.site to learn more.