Hampton
Morning News
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lee Hall Depot will host the Tots + Trains Summer Series for children aged 6 and under on Saturday, June 20, July 18, and August 15 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. The event offers train-themed storytime, crafts, and hands-on fun, with pre-registration required and regular museum admission for self-guided visits. The Hampton Roads Messenger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 26, Hampton City Council met at City Hall (22 Lincoln St) with a 1 p.m. legislative session, a 6:30 p.m. work session, and a 6 p.m. Spotlight ceremony honoring top seniors from the four public high schools; meetings were broadcast on local TV channels. City of Hampton
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A Dose of Dylan & the Dead Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery — $20 — Celebrate the music of Bob Dylan and the Grateful Dead with two full tribute shows in one night.
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East Coast Punk Rock Flea Market
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Hampton Roads Convention Center — $13 entry (kids under 12 free) — Explore hundreds of vendors, live music, and unique DIY, vintage, and horror items at this family-friendly event.
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Journey's Final Frontier Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience a legendary farewell from the iconic rock band Journey with unforgettable anthems and electrifying performances.
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Buckets 'n' Boards Live Show
2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a brilliant, high-energy comedy show featuring Gareth Sever and Matt Levingston with amazing percussion and spectacular tap dancing.
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An American in Paris Film Screening
7-11 p.m. — The American Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the charm of Paris through this classic film presentation.
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Tri-City Chili Peppers vs. Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets start at $32 — Experience a thrilling baseball matchup in the heart of Hampton.
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Greenville Yard Gnomes vs Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets starting at $32 — Catch the exciting baseball action as the Greenville Yard Gnomes take on the Peninsula Pilots.
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Caribbean Heritage Month One Love Celebration
2-9 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with a vibrant gathering representing all islands in one space.
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Daddy Daughter's Dance
5-8 p.m. — The Historic Post Office — $50 per father and daughter, $10 each additional child — An elegant evening fostering strong bonds between fathers and daughters through music, dancing, and heartfelt commitments.
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Morehead City Marlins at Peninsula Pilots Baseball
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets from $32 — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between the Marlins and Pilots in Hampton.
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