Join Kalfus &amp; Nachman Accident Injury Attorneys for our 5th Annual Backpack Bash! We are distributing over 2,000 free, supply-filled backpacks to local students to help families gear up for the school year. Bring the whole family out for a day of free fun, including a carnival Fun Zone with inflatables, face painting, free funnel cakes, a live radio broadcast from 100.5 The Vibe, and adoptable pets from the Peninsula SPCA! The event is completely free. Children must be present to receive a backpack. Skip the general admission line by pre-registering for a free Fast Track pass on Eventbrite!

Local Event: 5th Annual Kalfus & Nachman Backpack Giveaway 

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5th Annual Kalfus & Nachman Backpack Giveaway 

Join Kalfus & Nachman Accident Injury Attorneys for our 5th Annual Backpack Bash! We are distributing over 2,000 free,...

Tradition Brewing Company

<img alt="🎶" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1f/1/16/1f3b6.png"><img alt="🍻" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t96/1/16/1f37b.png"> VINYL RECORD DAY CELEBRATION <img alt="🍻" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t96/1/16/1f37b.png"><img alt="🎶" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1f/1/16/1f3b6.png">We heard y'all REALLY love our Vinyl Record Days, so with National Vinyl Record Day coming up, we figured it was the perfect excuse to do it again!Join us on August 9th from 12 PM–4 PM for an afternoon of good vibes, great music, local shopping, and cold beer.<img alt="✨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png"> Here's what's in store: <img alt="▪" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4c/1/16/25aa.png"> Bohemian Amigos Record Shop spinning vinyl and selling cool finds <img alt="▪" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4c/1/16/25aa.png"> Vinny's Vinyl with records available for purchase <img alt="▪" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4c/1/16/25aa.png"> Retro and book vendors <img alt="▪" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4c/1/16/25aa.png"> Chaos &amp; Coffee <img alt="▪" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4c/1/16/25aa.png"> The DogFather Hot DogsThis event is FREE to attend, so grab your friends, browse some incredible local vendors, enjoy great tunes, and kick back with a cold beer or two.<img alt="🍺" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t15/1/16/1f37a.png">

Local Event: National Vinyl Record Day 

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Newport News

National Vinyl Record Day 

 VINYL RECORD DAY CELEBRATION We heard y'all REALLY love our Vinyl Record Days, so with National Vinyl Record Day coming up, we...

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Let the summertime tunes roll on! Southern rock and traditional country band Down River will be performing as part of the 22nd <a href="https://click.agilitypr.delivery/ls/click?upn=u001.SDuoYPbTvqK74jD-2B5wKNvd1FXtqDlr98bx2-2BMCL9Q7q2ZcCuqYmCemOnzIbO9YTvlhPwzu2-2FO2Xu1XcJzG-2FplA-3D-3D3puN_Frjymp79dN95NDd-2FuMBpfjrMdku5K1nuEEjyzsOgxb36hwudHYeyGRR1O5A-2BFX-2FRw9E3MUD6ZNNQ2-2BJ57-2BlMZH2p-2FGZIjLxBahxqeZnb-2BwJKzImBoSfPXdNchnMiaHUuBiM3kcdm1x7stsePHmV-2FWmI-2FC2e-2FK3ZM6Vs07FtW3tXQ8ZLeRY20rWHdFfRBKRrVLV5IS-2BO-2Fiy8Iohy3-2FYkAJ9ZuWTs-2FLm3asVeprE2tq2Ye7eXaOxOzkX0WlM-2Bl6bOlc5FLwu-2Fmxa-2BzwAv3izikSEG7Q9jxM6dL78WAwlngUC6WZWfe-2BeBedolToEYGyooMWCSRnXWPb6H2agW1MJh5T13ivETwEpC68WwqPJAQgjGwSr8VnBTomTE2xoaIewamyJJfs-2Fnie9RqXfFBV4wntEDrXd87H58Kv8XIC5GexR5Qm5DuC5B-2FocuSQz2dALUDHTFSUcgw5-2Fo4DTahlXU-2Bkw-3D-3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Port Warwick Summer Concert Series</a>, presented by <a href="https://vahs.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Virginia Health Services (VHS)</a> and the Port Warwick Foundation. The free, family-friendly concerts take place in William Styron Square in Newport News every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.
The 2026 something-for-everyone concert lineup features rock &amp; roll, pop, country, jazz, R&amp;B and Motown-inspired musical artists, as well as a Taylor Swift cover band. The series runs through August 26; concerts are held rain or shine. Attendees come from all across the Virginia Peninsula and beyond to the shows, which draw from 1,000 to over 3,000 music fans each week.
For more information, visit <a href="https://portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series</a>.
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Local Event: August 12: Down River Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

August 12: Down River Performing at VHS and...

Let the summertime tunes roll on! Southern rock and traditional country band Down River will be performing as part of the 22nd...

August 12: Down River Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

Let the summertime tunes roll on! Roberta Lea, named in CMT's Next Women of Country class of 2023, will be performing a soulful mix of country and pop as part of the 22nd <a href="https://click.agilitypr.delivery/ls/click?upn=u001.SDuoYPbTvqK74jD-2B5wKNvd1FXtqDlr98bx2-2BMCL9Q7q2ZcCuqYmCemOnzIbO9YTvlhPwzu2-2FO2Xu1XcJzG-2FplA-3D-3D3puN_Frjymp79dN95NDd-2FuMBpfjrMdku5K1nuEEjyzsOgxb36hwudHYeyGRR1O5A-2BFX-2FRw9E3MUD6ZNNQ2-2BJ57-2BlMZH2p-2FGZIjLxBahxqeZnb-2BwJKzImBoSfPXdNchnMiaHUuBiM3kcdm1x7stsePHmV-2FWmI-2FC2e-2FK3ZM6Vs07FtW3tXQ8ZLeRY20rWHdFfRBKRrVLV5IS-2BO-2Fiy8Iohy3-2FYkAJ9ZuWTs-2FLm3asVeprE2tq2Ye7eXaOxOzkX0WlM-2Bl6bOlc5FLwu-2Fmxa-2BzwAv3izikSEG7Q9jxM6dL78WAwlngUC6WZWfe-2BeBedolToEYGyooMWCSRnXWPb6H2agW1MJh5T13ivETwEpC68WwqPJAQgjGwSr8VnBTomTE2xoaIewamyJJfs-2Fnie9RqXfFBV4wntEDrXd87H58Kv8XIC5GexR5Qm5DuC5B-2FocuSQz2dALUDHTFSUcgw5-2Fo4DTahlXU-2Bkw-3D-3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Port Warwick Summer Concert Series</a>, presented by <a href="https://vahs.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Virginia Health Services (VHS)</a> and the Port Warwick Foundation. The free, family-friendly concerts take place in William Styron Square in Newport News every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.
The 2026 something-for-everyone concert lineup features rock &amp; roll, pop, country, jazz, R&amp;B and Motown-inspired musical artists, as well as a Taylor Swift cover band. The series runs through August 26; concerts are held rain or shine. Attendees come from all across the Virginia Peninsula and beyond to the shows, which draw from 1,000 to over 3,000 music fans each week.
For more information, visit <a href="https://portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series</a>.
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Local Event: August 19: Roberta Lea Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

August 19: Roberta Lea Performing at VHS and...

Let the summertime tunes roll on! Roberta Lea, named in CMT's Next Women of Country class of 2023, will be performing a soulful...

August 19: Roberta Lea Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

Looking for a different kind of love story? <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png">Join Wandering Pages at Tradition Brewing for a one-of-a-kind bookish night where you’ll speed date a curated selection of wrapped mystery books! <img alt="📖" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9e/1/16/1f4d6.png"><img alt="💕" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t68/1/16/1f495.png">You’ll “speed date” a selection of wrapped books, read the clues, check out the vibes, and decide which one deserves a second date. <img alt="👀" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tc8/1/16/1f440.png"><img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png">Think of it as dating, but with fewer red flags and better plot twists. <img alt="😂" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/td0/1/16/1f602.png"><img alt="🍻" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t96/1/16/1f37b.png"> Sip a cold one <img alt="📖" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9e/1/16/1f4d6.png"> Flirt with some mystery books <img alt="💘" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/teb/1/16/1f498.png"> Trust your gut <img alt="✨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png"> Find your literary soulmateCome solo, bring your book bestie, or make it a proper date night — because nothing says romance quite like beer and judging a book by its clues. <img alt="😉" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t57/1/16/1f609.png"><img alt="⚠️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tdc/1/16/26a0.png"> Spots are LIMITED + reservations are REQUIRED!<img alt="🔗" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb3/1/16/1f517.png"> Save your spot: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FfNSeCcujXg9aR1yR7%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuV3BGMVZrenduVXdwSVhXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn4TkBNZcUGD42_RryWZ3-21YHt31BTqQLkH8TSHQBp1--O7R4L9ll9iZtGv_aem_OYE6-1AWBNf88fgbdC4ptQ&amp;h=AUDIzc1t0IvmQub3E-9R1shGQhaD-HGAQQ5T6MAjIPBq3ZfokzYd0rRniCSRJe3XbJgY5hNbYzPzZPhVZDjfX6Ppl8KdbikA5T_NqIFyQsxuEZb4H0TX9lEOekU-kuiAuWONsQ5JcpHsDkSJ80zTWZzeFWkpyQ&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUCAi6X6uCL6q7SiSBPGciNSWBi61zOR7EU2v7VLW6Bu-dG0IFbmMptrvAeJ464XsaQM8QqSYSje2XnnppidJvC1ZU2bKOb-G6t2BXfqTTf857a42gH5nfwf8-s9GMQ8Rmryr3NUl3iVbWzaYerqQg0tMvAMY4y3h7Y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://forms.gle/fNSeCcujXg9aR1yR7</a>

Local Event: Blind Date with a Book - Speed Dating 

Blind Date with a Book - Speed Dating 

Looking for a different kind of love story? Join Wandering Pages at Tradition Brewing for a one-of-a-kind bookish night where...

Calling all pups and their humans! We partnered with our good friends at Peninsula Pups Wagventures to bring you and your pups a tail-wagging good time at our doggie happy hour to celebrate naitonal dog day!Bring your four-legged best friend and enjoy: <img alt="🐶" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2f/1/16/1f436.png"> Complimentary dog treats &amp; fresh water stations <img alt="🍺" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t15/1/16/1f37a.png"> Cold craft beer for the humans <img alt="🛍️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/taf/1/16/1f6cd.png"> Pet games <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png"> Meet adoptable dogs from Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter <img alt="🤝" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t64/1/16/1f91d.png"> A chance to meet fellow dog lovers and make new friendsWe're also hosting a pet supply donation drive for the Peninsula Pet Pantry to help local animals in need! Bring donations of unopened dog or cat food, treats, toys, leashes, collars, blankets, towels, or cleaning supplies. Every donation helps support our rescue partner and the animals in their care.Whether your dog loves making friends or just enjoys relaxing by your side while you sip a pint, Doggie Happy Hour is the perfect way to spend the evening together while giving back to pets in our community.<img alt="📅" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7e/1/16/1f4c5.png"> Date: Wednesday, August 26th <img alt="⏰" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t34/1/16/23f0.png"> Time: 4-6pmWell-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. See less

Local Event: National Dog Day Happy Hour 

National Dog Day Happy Hour 

Calling all pups and their humans! We partnered with our good friends at Peninsula Pups Wagventures to bring you and your pups...

Let the summertime tunes roll on! Versatile, high-octane party band Revelation will be performing as part of the 22nd <a href="https://click.agilitypr.delivery/ls/click?upn=u001.SDuoYPbTvqK74jD-2B5wKNvd1FXtqDlr98bx2-2BMCL9Q7q2ZcCuqYmCemOnzIbO9YTvlhPwzu2-2FO2Xu1XcJzG-2FplA-3D-3D3puN_Frjymp79dN95NDd-2FuMBpfjrMdku5K1nuEEjyzsOgxb36hwudHYeyGRR1O5A-2BFX-2FRw9E3MUD6ZNNQ2-2BJ57-2BlMZH2p-2FGZIjLxBahxqeZnb-2BwJKzImBoSfPXdNchnMiaHUuBiM3kcdm1x7stsePHmV-2FWmI-2FC2e-2FK3ZM6Vs07FtW3tXQ8ZLeRY20rWHdFfRBKRrVLV5IS-2BO-2Fiy8Iohy3-2FYkAJ9ZuWTs-2FLm3asVeprE2tq2Ye7eXaOxOzkX0WlM-2Bl6bOlc5FLwu-2Fmxa-2BzwAv3izikSEG7Q9jxM6dL78WAwlngUC6WZWfe-2BeBedolToEYGyooMWCSRnXWPb6H2agW1MJh5T13ivETwEpC68WwqPJAQgjGwSr8VnBTomTE2xoaIewamyJJfs-2Fnie9RqXfFBV4wntEDrXd87H58Kv8XIC5GexR5Qm5DuC5B-2FocuSQz2dALUDHTFSUcgw5-2Fo4DTahlXU-2Bkw-3D-3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Port Warwick Summer Concert Series</a>, presented by <a href="https://vahs.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Virginia Health Services (VHS)</a> and the Port Warwick Foundation. The free, family-friendly concerts take place in William Styron Square in Newport News every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.
The 2026 something-for-everyone concert lineup features rock &amp; roll, pop, country, jazz, R&amp;B and Motown-inspired musical artists, as well as a Taylor Swift cover band. The series runs through August 26; concerts are held rain or shine. Attendees come from all across the Virginia Peninsula and beyond to the shows, which draw from 1,000 to over 3,000 music fans each week.
For more information, visit <a href="https://portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">portwarwickevents.com/summer-concert-series</a>.

Local Event: August 26: Revelation Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

August 26: Revelation Performing at VHS and...

Let the summertime tunes roll on! Versatile, high-octane party band Revelation will be performing as part of the 22nd Port...

August 26: Revelation Performing at VHS and Port Warwick Foundation’s Summer Concert Series

<img alt="📅" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7e/1/16/1f4c5.png"> Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 12–7 PM <img alt="📍" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2d/1/16/1f4cd.png"> Tradition Brewing Co. – Newport News, VA <img alt="🎟️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/td8/1/16/1f39f.png"> Free Admission | All Ages WelcomeEnd your summer in full bloom at the Wildflower Music &amp; Arts Festival!Join us for a day celebrating creativity, community, and good vibes with live music, local art, delicious food, craft beer, and interactive experiences for all ages. <img alt="🎶" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1f/1/16/1f3b6.png"> Live Music All Day: RIO • Bennett Wales • Last Fair Deal • Paper Aliens<img alt="🛍️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/taf/1/16/1f6cd.png"> Vendors at the Artisan Market – featuring artists, plant lovers, vintage finds &amp; more<img alt="🌮" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfe/1/16/1f32e.png"> Food by: BLZN Tacos • Zion’s Cuisine • Munchies &amp; Such • The Wandering Sausage<img alt="🍻" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t96/1/16/1f37b.png"> Craft Beer + Hard Slushies<img alt="📍" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2d/1/16/1f4cd.png"> No tickets. No pressure. Just good energy and open arms.<img alt="🧺" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcc/1/16/1f9fa.png"> Blankets and lawn chairs encouraged.Come as you are. Bring your joy, your people, your vibe.

Local Event: 2nd Annual Wildflower Music & Arts Festival 

2nd Annual Wildflower Music & Arts Festival 

 Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 12–7 PM  Tradition Brewing Co. – Newport News, VA  Free Admission | All Ages WelcomeEnd your...

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