Coliseum Central’s Annual Neighborhood Night Out Health & Safety Fair takes place at the Hampton Roads Convention Center (1610 Coliseum Drive) on Tuesday, August 1st, from 4-7PM. This free, family event takes place in conjunction with National Night Out to promote safety, wellness, crime prevention neighborhood unity, and, of course, fun.
Registration Ends July 12!
This is an excellent opportunity to show community support and promote your business. If your organization is located in Coliseum Central, you are encouraged to participate. Registration is free and all participation forms must be received by July 12. To register, scan the QR code or click here.
Family Fun
Local Police, Fire and Sheriff’s departments will be on-hand to demonstrate safety vehicles and equipment. Kid-friendly activities include inflatables, face-painting, balloon animals, games, music, and more!
Neighborhood Night Out is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive from 3-7PM. Help us reach our goal of 20 donors by registering today. Schedule your donation appointment here.
Events & Entertainment
Summer Fun
Summer’s here and that means finding ways to keep the kids busy while school’s out. Here are few things happening in Coliseum Central this summer:
- Hampton Virginia Aquaplex (1908 Coliseum Dr.) Summer Splash Camp runs through August 18. The week-long camps run 8AM-5PM daily and include themes such as Stars & Stripes, Sharks, Superheroes, Under the Sea, and more! For more information, click here.
- Sky Zone (2055 Executive Dr.) Summer Sky Camp has begun. SkyCamp Day Pass includes jump time, games, pizza, fountain drink, and tons of fun. For more information, click here.
- EVO Entertainment (4401 W. Claiborne Sq.) Kidflix Summer Movie Series features a different family movie each week throughout the summer, with showtimes at 10AM every day. All movies are only $1. Click here for a list of movies or to buy tickets.
- Cinema Cafe (1044 Von Schilling Dr.) Summer Kids Series runs through August 24 with a different movie each week. Showtimes are 10:30AM and admission is $1. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.
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.
Announcements
Hampton Named All-America City
The National Civic League named Hampton an All-America City during an awards ceremony in Denver last month. The award is presented to communities that involve and engage their residents.
This year’s theme was “Creating Thriving Communities Through Youth Engagement.” Hampton submitted three programs for consideration:
- The Academies of Hampton
- Youth and Young Adult programs
- Community policing and programs, including summer camps and community events.
This is the fourth time Hampton has been named All-America City.
Play Around This Summer
Whether you’re planning a staycation or just looking for a way to beat the heat, there’s lots of summer fun in Coliseum Central! We’ve got movies, trampolines, a climbing gym, escape rooms, waterpark, farm animals, and more! Click here to find out all there is to see and do.
Small Business Summer Cafe Series
Hampton Economic Development Department is hosting a series of events this summer to support small business owners. The series will cover a range of topics and will provide valuable insights, practical tips and networking opportunities. July events include:
- July 18 Finance & Accounting 11:00AM-1PM at Scratch Bakery Cafe (19 E. Mellen St.) Special guests from Small Business Administration, Commonwealth Payroll, and Business Banking Lender.
- July 25 City of Hampton Procurement and Department of Small Business Diversity 10:00AM-11:30AM at Ruppert Sargent Building (1 Franklin St.) DBE Certification Information, Transportation & Construction
Click here for information on upcoming events and to register.
Upcoming Blood Drives
July 16
9:30AM-2:30PM
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
2150 Cunningham Drive
July 25
11AM-3PM
Bryant & Stratton College
5030 Kilgore Avenue
August 1
3-7PM
Hampton Roads Convention Center
1610 Coliseum Drive
Development Updates
Now Open
Beauty Outlet
Peninsula Town Center
3460 Von Schilling Drive
757-825-2650
Latitude Climbing + Fitness
Peninsula Town Center
2021 Executive Drive
757-347-1441
Wisephone ER
Coliseum Square
2040 Coliseum Drive, Ste. 18
757-726-7652
McAlister’s Deli
Peninsula Town Center
2862 Kilgore Avenue
Christmas in July Party
Join Power Plant Hampton Roads for an exclusive Christmas in July party on July 20 at 4PM! Enjoy complimentary heavy hor d’eourves and a drink ticket when you RSVP by 12pm July 18. Experience PBR Hampton like never before!
Now Booking Holiday Parties: Save up to $2,500 on Venue Rental Fees when you book your next event before August 31, 2023. Email JWestnedge@watersidedistrict.com to RSVP or book your tour today!