Enslaved African Landing Day Events, Concert August 26-28

The 1619 Commemoration of the First Enslaved African Landing program and concert will be held August 26-28. The program begins on August 26 with a Descendent Community Virtual Round Table at 1 p.m. The event continues on August 27 at 11 a.m. featuring professor and attorney Gloria J. Browne-Marshall as keynote speaker, a concert by trombonist and composer Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, and more at Fort Monroe Continental Park. The commemoration concludes on Sunday, August 28 (Healing Day) with a full schedule of events including a sunrise cleansing ceremony, healing walk, drummer circle plus yoga and meditation.

End of summer family fun ideas 

Make the most of the end of summer with a family outing for all to enjoy.  Plan a trip to the Virginia Air & Space Science Center and dive into hands-on learning at the new S.P.A.C.E. exhibit. Tend of summer is a great time to catch sundown race at Langely Speedway, splash around at Buckroe Beach or enjoy live music at various venues throughout Downtown Hampton. 
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Enter to win "Splash & Stay" giveaway

Shored Up VA, an eco-tour company has partnered with VisitHampton on the "Splash & Stay" summer giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a $75 dinner certificate for two, a one (1) night stay at the Landing Hotel for two (2) on September 9 and breakfast for two, and two (2) tickets to ShoredUp VA's Hampton Oyster Paddle & Shellabration tour on September 10.  Check out the full contest rules here.

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Monroe Rooftop offers premium experiences in Downtown Hampton

Monroe Rooftop, nestled in the city's historic downtown Hampton area, is the premier rooftop lounge offering delicious food, hand-made cocktails, live-entertainment and unparalleled views of the Hampton Marina. Guests can experience luxury-themed brunches, rooftop parties, private events and more. Monroe is located on the rooftop of the Landing Hotel at 700 Settlers Landing Road.

Dive into these restaurants serving up the best crab delicacies in the city

Hampton has a bevy of delicious seafood spots that offer tasty, crabby cuisine. Be sure to check out restaurants serving up this coastal crustacean including Fullers Raw Bar, Graham & Rollins Hampton Seafood Market and Restaurant, The Deadrise, Pour Girls, Marker 20 and Surf Rider Blue Water. Additionally, the Crabtown Seafood Festival will take place on September 3 honoring Hampton's history as a city built by seafood. 

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DON'T MISS OUT

Stay tuned for more details on these upcoming events:

• Downtown Hampton Live Concert Series: Fridays & Saturdays, August 5-27, 5-9:30 p.m.; Mill Point Park & Maritime Center
• U.S. Army Field Band's Soldiers' Chorus Free Concert:  Thursday August 18, 8-10 p.m.; American Theatre
• The Sundown Smooth Jazz Concert Series: Saturday August 20, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; Mill Point Park

• 40th Anniversary of the Boo Williams Summer League Celebration: Friday & Saturday August 26-27;Boo Williams Sportsplex & Hampton Roads Convention Center

• 1619 Commemoration of the First African Landing: August 26-28; Fort Monroe

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