Good morning, Hampton.

The new playground at Buckroe Beach opened July 3 and was designed with community input to add improved accessibility, more shade, and sensory features for children with special needs—drawing on local elements like a sand mound that echoes a lifeguard stand and matching lights to a nearby fishing pier.

The City of Hampton unveiled its new inclusive playground at Buckroe Beach on Thursday for families to enjoy during the Fourth of July weekend.

City officials said the play area—developed with community input—features more shaded areas and sensory-friendly equipment for children with special needs.

Officials said the York River watershed now faces growing challenges from development and erosion — a report shows that rising populations and infrastructure have increased risks to more than 3,200 square miles of natural land, putting tidal marshes and green space at risk.

KeKe Wyatt Live R&B Soul Experience

4-7 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant day of live R&B music with KeKe Wyatt and special guests at a scenic outdoor venue.

The Goonies Summer Movie Night

2-3:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience a classic film in a historic setting with top-notch screening technology.

PAV4N Concert

6-10 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of electronic beats with Ganja White Night and friends.

Ganja White Night

6-7:30 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of bass music featuring Ganja White Night and other renowned artists.

Summer, Cider, & Crafts Festival

12-5 p.m. — Sly Clyde Ciderworks — Free admission — Celebrate summer with artisan crafts and refreshing ciders in a vibrant community setting.

Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark

2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a classic adventure film in a historic setting.

Hampton Princess Day

10 AM – 4 PM — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Ticket required — Experience a magical day filled with princess stories, songs, and crafts.

San Holo Live

2-5 p.m. — Monroe Rooftop — Tickets available — Enjoy an afternoon of future bass sounds from Sander van Dijck at this rooftop venue.

Basketball Camp: Playmaker College

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Boo Williams Sportsplex — $795 — An empowering basketball camp focused on skills, mindset, and leadership for serious players.

Music By The Bay Summer Concert Series

7-8 p.m. — Continental Park — Free entry — Enjoy summer sunsets by the Chesapeake Bay with performances from talented regional artists.