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12/09/2024

Miss the tree lighting? 🎄✨ Light shows at City Center will dazzle nightly from 5 PM to 9 PM.

Looking for more holiday fun? 🎅🎁 Don't miss these festive events:

🎄 Drive-Thru Celebration in Lights
📍 Newport News Park
🌟 Nightly
🎟️ Tickets available at our Visitor Center.

🎄 FrostCon at Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
📅 Friday, December 13

🎄 Hilton Village Gingerbread Parade & Celebration
📅 Saturday, December 14

✨ Don’t forget to download our Holiday Pass!
Earn points when you check in at these events and redeem them for free merch at our Visitor Center. 🎁

Find your holiday cheer in Newport News!

12/05/2024

🌟 Ready to glow up your holiday plans? Newport News is serving all the festive feels with Celebration in Lights, Lights by the Fountain, and more! 🎄
👉Check out our ultimate guide here: https://loom.ly/QXYT3tU

12/05/2024

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12/05/2024

Add something a little ✨magical✨ to your holiday schedule 🧙‍♀️🫕

It’s not too late to make your reservations for our Witches and Wizards weekend!

Come enjoy 3 courses for $40/person on 12/13-12/15!

Call us for details at 757-655-9300 or visit our website www.meltingpot.com/peninsula-va

12/04/2024

2025 Visitor Guide coming soon! 👀🙈

Happy to get our sign-off of approval on another great visitors publication with plenty of time for its January 1 release! ✔️ Visit Newport News has been a great partner for almost 30 years and we were so excited to have Becky Cutchins in our office today. Off to the printers, we go!

12/03/2024

🌍 It’s Travel Tuesday! Where will your next adventure take you? Explore 23 miles of beauty, culture, and cuisine in Newport News. Whether it’s strolling Hilton Village, hiking scenic trails, or indulging in fresh coastal flavors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Start planning your visit today! ✨

👉 www.visitnewportnews.com

11/29/2024

🌟 PSA: Newport News is your holiday headquarters this season!
Experience the magic of the holidays with Newport News’ NlightN Holiday Event Series! ✨

From dazzling lights to festive fun, there’s something for everyone:
🚗 Celebration in Lights: A two-mile drive-thru light display (Nov 28 – Jan 1)
🎄 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony: Kick off the season at City Center (Dec 7)
🌈 ARTech Lights Show: A nightly spectacle at Downing-Gross (Dec 7 – Jan 1)
💧 Lights at the Fountain: Mesmerizing nightly shows at City Center (Dec 8 – Jan 1)
❄️ Holiday Frost Con: A festive convention at Downing-Gross (Dec 13)
🍬 Gingerbread Celebration & Parade: Sweet fun in Hilton Village (Dec 14)

🎟️ Grab your Holiday Pass for exclusive coupons, prizes, and more cheer: https://loom.ly/gLNh5Is
📆 See all holiday events in Newport News on our dedicated webpage: https://loom.ly/hfiJTlw

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11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Visit Newport News! 🦃🍂 We're grateful for the incredible people, places, and experiences that make our city so special. What are you thankful for this year? Share your moments by tagging us! ❤️

11/27/2024

🎙️✨ What an incredible time we had at the launch event for the Heard Productions Truth Be Told podcast, hosted at the iconic Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center! From heartfelt stories to inspiring conversations, this project is a celebration of contemporary Black history, sharing the faces, spaces, and places that shape our community.

Begin your journey on any streaming service, or by visiting: https://www.visitnewportnews.com/blog/post/discovering-the-untold-stories-of-newport-news/

11/27/2024

There's a new shop in town 😍

Former blogger Marnie Dashwood built a brand around a mint sweater. She recently opened her first storefront in Newport News’ Hilton Village that includes her own designs.

11/25/2024

No kitchen stress this Thanksgiving? Say less.

Skip the cooking and let these amazing Newport News restaurants handle Thanksgiving for you! Whether you’re visiting or looking to enjoy a hassle-free holiday meal, here are some fantastic options:

🦃 The Nest
Join them for "Brunchgiving" from 8 AM-4 PM. Reservations required (last seating at 3 PM). Call 📞 757-988-8585 to book your spot!

🥂 Cove Tavern
Savor a Celebratory Feast from 11 AM-11 PM. Plus, grab Thanksgiving Dinner Plates on 11/27—available to order by phone, on their website, or via DoorDash & Grubhub.

🍁 Saté A New American Experience
Open 12 PM-6 PM with a menu full of creative dishes like a Thanksgiving Egg Roll, Stuffed Acorn Squash, and Apple Pie Bread Pudding. Call or visit their website to reserve!

🍽️ Kitchen 740
Conveniently located at the Newport News Marriott at City Center, it’s the perfect stop for travelers in need of a delicious bite.

🥧 Warwick Restaurant
A diner favorite offering traditional American-style Thanksgiving classics. Call 📞 757-595-0231 to reserve your table!

Make this Thanksgiving stress-free and delicious! 🧡

11/20/2024

📱🍺 Deals, Discounts, and Local Fun – All in the Palm of Your Hand!

Have you signed up for the Newport News Holiday Pass yet? It's completely FREE and unlocks amazing deals at local favorites, like Tradition Brewing Company, where you can buy one pint and get the second 50% off! 🍻

But that’s not all! From Wine & Design (Buy one class, get one free) to Cups and Claws Cat Cafe Newport News (Buy one visit, get the second 50% off), the savings are everywhere. Plus, you can earn points toward prizes every time you check in or redeem an offer! 🎁

Don’t miss out – sign up for the Holiday Pass now and make your holiday shopping (and sipping) even better.
Sign up here 👉 https://loom.ly/gLNh5Is

11/19/2024

It’s almost here!! Come enjoy the drive through light show: Celebration in Lights, part of the NlightN holiday event series, starting next Thursday❄️🎄✨

Get ready to be dazzled by the magic of the season! 🚗✨ Join us for Celebration in Lights - Nightly Drive-Through Light Show, where every night is a spectacle of festive brilliance. Bring your loved ones and experience the enchanting nightly light shows that will brighten your holidays. Let the lights guide you through a world of wonder and joy! 🌟 🎄

🗓️ Thanksgiving Day-January 1
⏰ 5:30-10:00 PM
📍 Newport News Park

💰 $15/car Mon-Thur
💰 $20/car Fri-Sun
💰 $85/bus
💰 Advanced purchase $12 (good for any night)

For more information, visit www.nnparksandrec.org/nlightn

11/16/2024

🎉🐾 Ribbon Cutting for the Virginia Living Museum's Wild Care Center! 🐾🎉

Thursday night, we celebrated a monumental milestone at the Virginia Living Museum with the grand opening of the state-of-the-art Wild Care Center! 🏥✨

Located along the scenic outdoor boardwalk trail, this incredible facility gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look at animal care like never before. Highlights include:
🩺 Witnessing the veterinary team in action, providing check-ups and medical care to native species.
🍎 Gourmet dining for animals with curated menus and nutrition plans tailored to each unique resident.
🧠 Enriching encounters with ambassador animals that nurture natural behaviors and promote well-being.

This center fosters a deeper appreciation for Virginia’s wildlife while setting the highest standards of animal welfare. It’s a must-see for nature lovers of all ages!

📅 Don’t forget to join the Museum tomorrow, November 17th, for a full day of celebrations! Activities, Keeper Talks, and hands-on enrichment fun await as we honor the Museum’s 58th birthday and this exciting new chapter.

📸 Check out the photos from the ribbon cutting and get ready to explore this awe-inspiring addition to the Museum!

11/15/2024

🦃🥧 Thanksgiving is almost here! Make sure your dessert table is complete with Ollie's Pies! 🍂 Whether you're craving classic pumpkin or pecan pie—or want a little bit of everything with pie bites or their 3-pie bundle—they've got treats for every taste. Pre-order by 11/20 at midnight on their website to ensure sweet smiles around the table!

Order here 👉 https://loom.ly/R6GVaoc

🍁 Stop by Ollie's Pies at the Hilton Village Farmers Market to pick up a fresh pie, and be sure to follow for the latest!