Whimsical Winter Wonderland
Coliseum Central’s 3rd Annual Whimsical Winter Wonderland event kicks off the holiday season on November 23 from 12-5PM at the Hampton Coliseum. This FREE, festive celebration includes fun for the whole family. Indoor activities include aerialists, carnival games, and princess meet & greets. There will be ample opportunities for photos in the various photo booths and holiday-themed areas. In addition, there will be face painting, balloon and glitter tattoo artists. Outdoor activities include inflatables, maze, petting zoo, 30′ inflatable Santa Claus, and holiday-themed ponies. For more information, click here.
Sponsorship Opportunities
This event provides a great opportunity to promote your organization by serving as a Whimsical Winter Wonderland sponsor. For sponsorship information, contact Eboni Council at 757-826-6351 or ecouncil@coliseumcentral.com.
Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon Marketing Opportunities
Coliseum Central is the Post-Race Party Sponsor for the Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon Weekend, taking place October 5-6 in front of the Hampton Coliseum. Staff will be on-hand both days with giveaways, as well as games and activities for the kids. Additionally, we will be providing information about places to shop, dine, and play within the District.
We are offering District businesses two marketing opportunities:
- Provide promotional items to be given away at the Coliseum Central tent
- Provide a special offer or discount for attendees who shop your business during the weekend
To participate, please contact Angie Ewton at 757-826-6351.
Events & Entertainment
Fall Fest- GloRilla
Fall Fest 2024 is coming to the Hampton Coliseum (1000 Coliseum Dr.) on September 28. Rapper GloRilla headlines the event, which features rap/hip hop artists Toosii, Polo G, 42 Dugg, No Cap, and more. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com or at the Hampton Coliseum box office. For more information, click here.
NekoCon
Virginia’s longest running anime convention returns to the Hampton Roads Convention Center (1610 Coliseum Dr.) from November 1-3. NekoCon 2024- Mewths & Legends features panels & workshops, video games, gaming tournaments, karaoke and costume contests, and nightly dances. Musical guests include Wagatame and Sam Slade. For more information, click here.
Disney On Ice
Mickey and his pals are coming to the Hampton Coliseum (1000 Coliseum Dr.) from November 7-10 for “Disney On Ice presents Let’s Dance.” Watch as Asha and Valentino save the Kingdom of Rosas; journey to the Enchanted Forest with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf; follow Moana on a quest to save her island; sing and dance with Ariel and her friends; and escape to the Pridelands with Simba, Timon and Pumbaa. Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.
Announcements
Bryant & Stratton College Celebrates 170 Years
Bryant & Stratton College Hampton Campus (5030 Kilgore Ave.) is hosting its 170th Anniversary Celebration on September 26 from 12-1PM. This event will commemorate their commitment to academic excellence.
Click here to RSVP for the event. For more information, email cgoodwynharris@bryantstratton.edu or call 757-896-6001.
Master Your Marketing Strategy
Retail Alliance’s Retailpreneur Series continues with a virtual three-part workshop on mastering your marketing strategy. The workshops will take place via Zoom from 8:30-9:45AM on September 10, October 8, and November 12. Lindsey Germano, President of Germano Advertising Company will discuss:
- Essential Tools and Data Gathering
- Building Your Annual Marketing Calendar
- Finalizing Your Year-Long Plan
For more information or to register, click here.
City of Hampton Personnel Changes
The City of Hampton has recently announced the following personnel changes:
- Public Works Director Jason Mitchell will serve as Interim Director of Community Development Services until a replacement is found for former Director Bonnie Brown, who accepted a job in Northern Virginia.
- Courtney Sydor will fill the role of City Attorney beginning September 16. She is replacing Cheran Cordell Ivery, who left the city in December.
- Leonard Sledge returned as Director of Economic Development earlier this Spring, filling the position vacated by Chuck Rigney.
BBQ Buffet at MOMO’s Cafe
MOMO’s Cafe (1930 Power Plant Pkwy.) is hosting an all-you-can-eat BBQ Buffet on September 28 from 11AM-2PM. Celebrate the end of Summer as MOMO and the crew dish up lots of favorites including BBQ, burgers, salads, sides, and desserts. Click here for more information.
Upcoming Blood Drive
September 29
9AM-2PM
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
2150 Cunningham Dr.
Development Updates
Now Open
Peninsula Town Center
Spirit Halloween
3440 Von Schilling Dr.
855-704-2669
Coming Soon
Peninsula Town Center
The Rhythm Room
1471 Merchant Lane
Day & Night Exotic Cereal Bar
Day & Night Exotic Cereal Bar (1260 Merchant Lane) held a Grand Opening celebration on August 22. Council members Steve Brown, Chris Bowman, and Billy Hobbs and City Manager Mary Bunting were on-hand to assist with the ribbon-cutting.
Day & Night Exotic Cereal Bar is a cereal-themed snack bar offering milkshakes, dessert cereal bowls, and exotic snacks. Their decor includes murals painted by local artists. For more information, click here.
Showcase Your Business for Free via Billboard
Coliseum Central is showcasing District businesses as part of our Fall billboard campaigns. This season’s themes will include a taglines including “Fall into/Fall in love with.”
There is no cost to participate. Adams outdoor Advertising creates the ad and businesses have final approval before it runs. Billboard campaigns run for up to two weeks on three billboards.
To participate in the fall campaign, please click here. Deadline to submit materials is September 30.
