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CANCELED – 19th Annual Hidenwood Fall Festival (Newport News)

Fall Festival is back at Hidenwood Presbyterian Church! 🎃
We’re so excited to welcome the community for another year of fall fun! Join us for our pumpkin patch, petting zoo, pony rides, hayrides, giant inflatables, food truck, face painting, and the return of our Barrel Train! 🚂🍁
Bring your family and friends and come enjoy one of our favorite events of the year!
🎟️ Free entry and $10 wristbands for all day rides and games, including family pricing options!
Stay tuned for ticket pricing and payment information coming soon!
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM
📍 414 Hiden Blvd., Newport News, VA

October 17, 2026
CANCELED – 19th Annual Hidenwood Fall Festival (Newport News)

Fall Festival is back at Hidenwood Presbyterian Church! 🎃
We’re so excited to welcome the community for another year of fall fun! Join us for our pumpkin patch, petting zoo, pony rides, hayrides, giant inflatables, food truck, face painting, and the return of our Barrel Train! 🚂🍁
Bring your family and friends and come enjoy one of our favorite events of the year!
🎟️ Free entry and $10 wristbands for all day rides and games, including family pricing options!
Stay tuned for ticket pricing and payment information coming soon!
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM
📍 414 Hiden Blvd., Newport News, VA

October 6, 2026
Historic Hilton Village Fall Festival (Newport News)

Join us for fall fun at the annual Historic Hilton Village Fall Festival! We will have artisans, crafters, food trucks and activities along both sides of the 10200 & 10300 blocks of Warwick Blvd and the 90 Block of Main […]

October 5, 2026
Free Heroes & Harvest Fall Festival at Potter’s House (Newport News)

A Fall Celebration of Faith, Family, & Those Who Serve! Join us at The Potter’s House Christian Fellowship Church of Newport News for an afternoon of fun, food, games, music, fellowship, and family activities! FREE ENTRY! What to Expect: 🎮Games […]

October 2, 2026
Free Things To Do (With Kids!) in Hampton Roads

FREE Family Fun? You’re in the right place – here are some great ideas for FREE Local Family Fun in Hampton Roads!

September 29, 2026
FREE Admission to National Parks: 4th Graders & Family!

Find out how your 4th grader (and the whole family) can enjoy FREE admission to our National Parks for a full year!

August 31, 2026
Free Entrance to National Parks 2026

If you would like an EXTRA excuse to head out into the great outdoors you can enjoy FREE Entrance at all National Park locations on these dates in 2026!

August 23, 2026
Back To School Drive (Portsmouth)

https://www.icloud.com/invites/005i3knUn4anVF8D9RfAzYc_Q Pre-registration is not required to attend the event, but doing so will enter you into the giveaway drawing!

Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at 1200 Hodges Ferry Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701 for free school supplies, family activities, raffles, food, and more, while supplies last. We are excited to give back to local students and families, and we can’t wait to see you there.
*No purchase or donation is required to enter or win. […]

July 21, 2026
2026 Ambassador Pass – FREE Fun for Newport News Residents/Employees

Save the dates if you live in or work for the City of Newport News! The Ambassador Passes are BACK for 2026!

January 2, 2026
Reminder – Museum Day – Olde Towne Portsmouth

Coming up on September 17 in Olde Towne Portsmouth! Enjoy a day of free/discounted museums and gallery admission while you explore this historic district.

September 15, 2022
Free (Outdoor) Exhibit – Air Power Park

Air Power Park in Hampton is an outdoor exhibit you don’t want to miss, especially if someone in your active family is a fan of aviation!

August 25, 2022
Free Admission in 2021: The Hermitage Museum & Gardens

One of the loveliest spots in Hampton Roads has a special admission rate for 2021: FREE!

February 3, 2021
Free Fridays in February at The Virginia Zoo!

A great opportunity to explore the Zoo for FREE this month! Keep in mind even on cold days there is plenty to see in the indoor exhibit!

February 20, 2020
Free – Military Family Day at MOCA

Military families, enjoy a FREE day of family fun at Virginia MOCA this weekend!

January 8, 2020
Winter Break Free Admission Days – Virginia MOCA

Virginia MOCA is sharing the Winter Break love with FREE admission!

December 28, 2018
Wonder Studio at the Chrysler Museum

Your active family is invited to explore, play and create in the Chrysler Museum’s newly opened Wonder Studio, an interactive space for children and families offering FREE Admission!

September 15, 2018
Free Community Fair (Norfolk)

This Saturday in Norfolk, come out to enjoy a FREE community event with fun and resources for all ages! Food, Sno Cones, Diapers & Shoes Giveaway, Live Music, Games and Crafts, Bounce Houses, Face Painting and more!

May 30, 2017
STEM Powered Community Day

This Saturday in celebration of NASA Langley Research Center’s Centennial Anniversary you can enjoy a STEM-focused Community Day with FREE admission to both the Mariners’ Museum and Park and Peninsula Fine Arts Center (Pfac)!

April 6, 2017
FREE Fun for Newport News Residents/Employees

Exciting news for those of you who live in or work for the City of Newport News! The Ambassador Passes are BACK and are currently being offered to city residents or current city employees. A pass will…

January 1, 2015
Free Admission to Hampton History Museum for Military

A nice local offer for military families! The Hampton History Museum is offering free admission to active duty and retired military and their families – as well as half-price membership to the museum -…

April 8, 2013