Good morning, Newport News.

The City of Newport News launched its Fall 2025 Contractors Academy to help small businesses compete for government contracts by offering a five-session workshop series at the Main Street Library from September 25th to November 6th—attendees can join individual sessions based on their needs. The city will also host food service forums on October 9th and 23rd and plans advanced sessions in Spring 2026.

Youth Volunteer Corps Pickleball Tournament

Oct 3-5 — Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort — Registration details available — Compete in pickleball and enhance your skills in a vibrant local tournament.

Driver Improvement Course in Newport News, VA

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete a DMV-ordered driving course and receive your certificate on the same day.

Food Service Provider Forum: Contractors Academy

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Main Street Library — Free entry — Discover how to navigate city contracting for food services and connect with essential local resources.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m.–5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your driver improvement class and receive your certificate in one day.

Driver Improvement Course

9 AM – 5 PM — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete the driving improvement class and receive your Certificate of Completion on the same day.

Floyd Nation Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Pink Floyd with an impressive live tribute performance.

Newport News Greek Festival

9:30 AM – 6 PM — Hellenic Community Center — Free entry — Experience a taste of Greece with delicious food, culture, and entertainment over three festive days.

Edgar Allan Poe Dinner Theater

10 PM - 10 PM — Historic Boxwood Inn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chilling tales of Poe accompanied by a themed four-course meal.

World Arts Celebration 2025

10 AM – 3 PM — Christopher Newport University — Free entry — Celebrate global culture through art, performances, and family-friendly activities.