2008 Press Releases
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82nd Annual Hampton Cup Regatta: Ridin’ the Rooster Tail
The nation’s oldest continuously running hydroplane boat race, the Hampton Cup Regatta, will celebrate its 82nd Anniversary August 8-10, 2008.
The nation’s oldest continuously running hydroplane boat race, the Hampton Cup Regatta, will celebrate its 82nd Anniversary August 8-10, 2008.
Hampton CVB, partners awarded marketing leverage grant
Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau has been awarded $25,000 in marketing funds from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). The VTC Marketing Leverage Program is designed to stimulate new tourism marketing programs through the creation of tourism partnerships. The objective of the program is to leverage limited marketing dollars, resulting in increased visitor spending.
Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau has been awarded $25,000 in marketing funds from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). The VTC Marketing Leverage Program is designed to stimulate new tourism marketing programs through the creation of tourism partnerships. The objective of the program is to leverage limited marketing dollars, resulting in increased visitor spending.
Virginia Tourism Corporation Features Hampton Bay Days In New Promotion
Front Row Fanatic, Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) brand new national promotion highlighting Virginia’s thriving music scene, is currently showcasing one of Hampton Road’s largest and most popular festivals, Hampton Bay Days! The promotion, running now through July 1, will give entrants the opportunity to win a trip for two to one of the state’s most “musical” destinations.
Front Row Fanatic, Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) brand new national promotion highlighting Virginia’s thriving music scene, is currently showcasing one of Hampton Road’s largest and most popular festivals, Hampton Bay Days! The promotion, running now through July 1, will give entrants the opportunity to win a trip for two to one of the state’s most “musical” destinations.
Jazz Jitney Returns During Hampton Jazz Festival Weekend 2008
Visitors to Hampton, Virginia for the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will find an abundance of exhibitions, attractions, and events complimenting the June 27-29, 2008 annual celebration. Guests wishing to experience all of the activities offered will find it easy thanks to the Jazz Jitney, a shuttle that loops Coliseum Central, Downtown Hampton, and the Power Plant of Hampton Roads beginning Friday, June 27, and ending Sunday, June 29. The Afrikan American Festival, an art exhibition at Hampton University Museum, and a special African-American themed tour at the Hampton History Museum are just a few of the programs to be presented that weekend.
Visitors to Hampton, Virginia for the 41st annual Hampton Jazz Festival will find an abundance of exhibitions, attractions, and events complimenting the June 27-29, 2008 annual celebration. Guests wishing to experience all of the activities offered will find it easy thanks to the Jazz Jitney, a shuttle that loops Coliseum Central, Downtown Hampton, and the Power Plant of Hampton Roads beginning Friday, June 27, and ending Sunday, June 29. The Afrikan American Festival, an art exhibition at Hampton University Museum, and a special African-American themed tour at the Hampton History Museum are just a few of the programs to be presented that weekend.
Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs To Host The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster All-Breed Dog Show May 23-26, 2008 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center--Event including conformation, obedience trials, rally, dog related health clinics, expected to draw over 4,000 spectators--
On May 23-26, 2008, the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 2,000 canine friends to The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster. Hosted by the Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs, in conjunction with the Merrimac Dog Training Club, this highly anticipated annual event is expecting to draw over 4,000 spectators within a four day period, utilizing all three of the convention center’s exhibit halls (108,000 square-feet total!).
On May 23-26, 2008, the Hampton Roads Convention Center will welcome over 2,000 canine friends to The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster. Hosted by the Gloucester and Langley Kennel Clubs, in conjunction with the Merrimac Dog Training Club, this highly anticipated annual event is expecting to draw over 4,000 spectators within a four day period, utilizing all three of the convention center’s exhibit halls (108,000 square-feet total!).
Stop.Watch.Sports. to Host Hampton Roads Invitational May 17-18, 2008--All competition to take place at the brand new Boo Williams Sportsplex--
This May 17-18, the Boo Williams Sportsplex will welcome over 1,000 female youth volleyball players to the 3rd annual Hampton Roads Invitational. The event, previously held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center the past two years, is expected to draw competitors from across the United States.
This May 17-18, the Boo Williams Sportsplex will welcome over 1,000 female youth volleyball players to the 3rd annual Hampton Roads Invitational. The event, previously held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center the past two years, is expected to draw competitors from across the United States.
The Hampton Roads Convention Center & Public Arts Steering Committee Hosts Walls of Art May 9, 2008--Over 20 regional artists among the first to display art at the facility--
On May 9, 2008, The Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia will host an opening reception for Walls of Art, featuring the work of over 20 regional artists. The invitation only event, beginning at 6:00 p.m., will celebrate the artists who were chosen to be the first to display their art at the facility.
On May 9, 2008, The Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia will host an opening reception for Walls of Art, featuring the work of over 20 regional artists. The invitation only event, beginning at 6:00 p.m., will celebrate the artists who were chosen to be the first to display their art at the facility.
Media Reminder!! St. George Brewing Company Hosts Beer Tasting Red Cross Fundraiser This Saturday!
This Saturday, May 3, award-winning St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The event will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews, live musical entertainment by acoustic act Stones Throw, as well as hand selected cigars for purchase by Pop’s Tobacco.
This Saturday, May 3, award-winning St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The event will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews, live musical entertainment by acoustic act Stones Throw, as well as hand selected cigars for purchase by Pop’s Tobacco.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Opens at Power Plant of Hampton Roads--Hotel brings 124 suites to serve convention delegates--
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Hampton has officially opened at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads. The hotel is owned and operated by Chesapeake, VA-based LTD Management. While designed for the individual business traveler and weekend leisure guest, the 124-suite property’s advantageous location at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Convention Center are strong draws to group tours and convention delegates. All guest rooms and property facilities are non-smoking.
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Hampton has officially opened at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads. The hotel is owned and operated by Chesapeake, VA-based LTD Management. While designed for the individual business traveler and weekend leisure guest, the 124-suite property’s advantageous location at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Convention Center are strong draws to group tours and convention delegates. All guest rooms and property facilities are non-smoking.
St. George Brewing Company Hosts Beer Tasting Red Cross Fundraiser May 3
On Saturday, May 3, St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross. The event, taking place 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews. The “party” will also feature live musical entertainment.
On Saturday, May 3, St. George Brewing Company will host a beer tasting fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross. The event, taking place 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., will feature samples of St. George’s award-winning brews. The “party” will also feature live musical entertainment.
