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Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2014 Contact: Ryan Downey, 757/728-5328 [email protected] Mary Fugere, 757/728-5327 [email protected] UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events Hampton, Virginia- This fall, grab your sweater and head to Hampton, Virginia for some awesome autumn events. Whether closing out summer and ushering in fall at the 32nd annual Hampton Bay Days, paddling up a storm at the Ku’ono Paddle Series at Paradise Ocean Club, dancing the night away at the Fourth annual Shag at the Foodbank, enjoying “chili” weather at the Five-Alarm Festival, or attending the Coliseum Central Parade or one of many other holiday celebrations, there is something for the entire family to “fall” in love with in Hampton. Close out summer and usher in fall at the 32nd annual Hampton Bay Days, September 5-7. In 1982, Hampton Bay Days was created as a unique outlet to educate the public on the importance of the Chesapeake Bay in the Hampton Roads region, as well as the rest of Virginia and Maryland. The goal of the festival is to provide an entertaining -More- UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events- Page 2 atmosphere while ultimately serving the greater purpose of highlighting aspects of the bay and promoting its upkeep and preservation. About 150,000 people are expected to attend the 32nd anniversary celebration in downtown Hampton. Activities include live musical entertainment, over 100 merchandise and craft vendors, a 30-minute fireworks display, bay education area, and more. Head to Paradise Ocean Club at Historic Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia on September 13-14 for the Ku’ono Paddle Series presented by Sports Hampton. The World Paddle Association (WPA) sanctioned events will feature three paddle races: Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Kayak, and Canoe. In addition to the adult races, the day will feature a very special Keiki Race, or untimed kids race (ages 13 and under), as well as SUP Yoga and Paddle Fit classes presented by Tula Adventure Sports and sponsor products and demos. Originally scheduled for only one day, the Ku’ono Paddle Series will now take place on September 14 as well with the Elite 12-Miler scheduled that Sunday. For more information on the K’ono Paddle Series, check out www.kuonopaddle.com or dial 757/291-7350. To register, visit https://paddleguru.com/races/KuonoPaddleSeries. **SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE** On September 25, dance, dine, and donate at the Fourth annual Shag at the Foodbank! The indoor/outdoor event, hosted by the Kiwanis Clubs of Division 13, will take place 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula. Nixon Catering will be serving delicious all-you-can-eat seafood. Menu items include steamed shrimp, crab bites, fried oysters, fried fish, oysters on a half shell, steamed clams, clam chowder, fried scallops, pork BBQ, baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, and sweet potato fries. In addition to the great food, Bill Deal’s Original Rhondels will provide live music for a “shagadelic” good time! Advance cost is $35.00 per person and tickets can be purchased -More- UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events- Page 3 at www.shagatthefoodbank.com or from Kiwanis members. Tickets are $45.00 at the door. On October 3, join members of the Historical Foundation of Aberdeen Gardens, Inc. as they hold their Ninth annual Harvest Fest Gala. Admission is $50.00 per person and dress is formal. The festivities will take place at Langley Air Force Base. October 3-5 marks the return of the Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Kilometer (1K), and Craft Brew Fest, presented by Bon Secours In Motion. The J & A Racing event is expected to draw over 10,000 walkers, runners, and their families. In addition to the Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Kilometer (1K), the Hampton Roads Convention Center will host a Sports & Fitness Expo on Friday, October 3, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 4, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The free expo will include sports retailers, sports performance services, and various charitable opportunities. The Craft Brew Fest, a brand new addition this year, will take place Sunday, October 5, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost is $20 for those who would like to attend but not participate in the races. For more information on Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Kilometer, and Craft Brew Fest, dial 757/412-1056. For further details, including registration, visit www.crawlincrabhalf.com. The Five Alarm Festival & Chili Cook-Off returns to downtown Hampton on October 4, complete with food vendors, fire safety demonstrations, children’s activities, and more. The event happens noon – 4:00 p.m. at Carousel Park. Throughout the day, vendors will be distributing valuable safety information. Proceeds from chili and food sales will be used for fire prevention and public education activities. Cruisers from across the Eastern Seaboard will head to Hampton, Virginia October 16-19 -More- UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events- Page 4 for the Second annual Hampton Snowbird Rendezvous. Taking place at the Hampton Public Piers, the event will feature cruising-related educational seminars, entertainment by local bands, tours of area attractions, food from Hampton’s finest restaurants, and more. The Hampton History Museum will host Tales of Hampton: Horror Stories, a 55- minute ghost tour, October 27-31. Guided by our curator, Michael Cobb, you will meet the first witch recorded in America, ghosts of Civil War Soldiers, pirates from Blackbeard’s crew, and the great American author best-known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Edgar Allen Poe. Each tour will include the darker side of Hampton history; special surprises, and a spooky lantern tour of the St. John’s graveyard. Ghoulish refreshments will be available to all guests. Cost is $5.00 per person in advance, $8.00 at the door. This November 7-9, the Hampton Roads Convention Center welcomes back Virginia’s oldest and longest running Japanese Anime convention, Nekocon 17! Over 4000 attendees will be there to enjoy everything from cosplay (a combination of the words costume and play) to L.A.R.P. (Live Action Role Playing) in which attendees dress up as their favorite anime characters and become part of the action. You can attend various panels and workshops (including those about Japanese culture), purchase merchandise in the dealer's room and artist alley, and be a part of main attractions like karaoke contests, gaming tournaments, art shows, and nightly dances. Get into the holiday spirit with the Coliseum Central Holiday Parade presented by Peninsula Town Center, returning November 22. The fun includes live entertainment, floats, huge helium balloons, marching bands, and Santa. -More- UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events- Page 5 Other notable fall happenings include the 23rd annual Halloween Bash at the Virginia Air & Space Center, Fall 2014 Salty Dawg Rally, and Bodacious Bazaar and Arts Festival, among others. Partially bordered by the Hampton Roads harbor and Chesapeake Bay, Hampton, with the 344,000 sq. ft. Hampton Roads Convention Center, is located in the center of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. Hampton is the site of America's first continuous English-speaking settlement and is home to such visitor attractions as the Virginia Air & Space Center and Riverside IMAX ® Theater, Hampton History Museum, harbor tours and cruises, Hampton University Museum, Fort Monroe, award-winning Hampton Coliseum, The American Theatre, among others. September 2014 1 Port Hampton Lecture- The Elusive West and the French and Indian War Dr. Paul Mapp, Professor of History at the College of William and Mary, will lecture on the conflict known in Europe as the Seven Years War. Hampton History Museum. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free for museum members, $5.00 non-members. 757/727-1610. www.hamptonhistorymuseum.org (120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA 23669) 5-7 32nd Annual Hampton Bay Days Celebrating its 32nd year, this annual festival is a combination of free entertainment on multiple stages, a Bay Education area that also has a children’s area and the exciting Tidewater Dock Dogs, dozens of Arts and Crafts booths, 20+ food vendors, and one of the best fireworks displays in the area. Downtown Hampton. 12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Friday; 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Saturday; Fireworks 9:30 p.m. Saturday; 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Sunday. Free Admission. 757/727-1641. www.baydays.com (Downtown Hampton, VA 23669) -More- UPDATED 2014 FALL CALENDAR!! Fall Back into Great Hampton Events- Page 6 6 Third Annual Hampton Bay Days 8K and Second Annual Color the Dolphin Fun Run At 8:00 a.m. on September 6, dash over to downtown Hampton for the Third annual Hampton Bay Days 8K! The race, taking place during the 32nd annual Hampton Bay Days celebration, is sure to get your heart pumping and your body moving. The course starts at the Virginia Air & Space Center, goes over the Martin Luther King Bridge, through the campus of Hampton University, through Phoebus, out to Fort Monroe, and concludes back at the Virginia Air & Space Center. All 8K runners will receive a technical shirt and souvenir finisher’s medal. The Hampton Bay Days 8K After Party will take place at the conclusion of the race, complete with live music, refreshments, and more. Downtown Hampton. 8:00 a.m. Third annual Hampton Bay Days 8K $40.00; Second annual Color the Dolphin Fun Run $10.00.