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  1. Aberdeen Gardens History Museum
    The museum celebrates the history, heritage and future of historic Aberdeen Gardens. Free admission, call to schedule a tour.
    55-57 N. Mary Peake Boulevard Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 722-2345
  2. Air Power Park
    Free Museum Admission- Rockets and Aircraft within the Park. Playground.
    413 W. Mercury Boulevard Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 727-8311
  3. Atomic Comics Emporium I
    FREE and pay-to-play Trading Card Games, Board Games and more
    50 W Mercury Blvd Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 723-5003
  4. Barnes & Noble Peninsula Town Center
    Weekly storytime- Please check website link to confirm storytime is happening as scheduled.
    5100 Kilgore Ave Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 827-1118
  5. Bass Pro Shops
    Bass Pro Shops holds regular free workshops for kids at their Hampton location. Free Make & Takes, Character visits and more.
    1972 Power Plant Parkway Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 262-5200
  6. Bluebird Gap Farm
    Farm with wild and domesticated animals. Picnic shelter. Regular family programs and free admission. Seasonal special events and storytimes.
    60 Pine Chapel Road Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 825-4750
  7. Charles H. Taylor Arts Center
    Art Classes for Youth. Free Admission to Art Exhibits. Summer camps/programs
    4205 Victoria Boulevard Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 727-1490
  8. Downtown Hampton Events
    Live Events in Downtown Hampton
    Downtown Hampton, VA
  9. Fort Monroe Casemate Museum
    Free Casement Museum Admission.
    20 Bernard Road Fort Monroe, VA 23651
    (757) 690-8181
  10. Fort Monroe National Monument Visitor & Education Center
    For at least 400 years, the point of land known as Old Point Comfort that now includes Fort Monroe has served as the key defensive site at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.

    Due to its historical and cultural significance, Fort Monroe was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966 and recognized as the Fort Monroe National Monument through an executive order signed by President Barack Obama in 2011.
    30 Ingalls Road Fort Monroe, VA 23651
    (757) 690-8181
  11. Grandview Nature Preserve
    Nature preserve, open to the public for free (parking is limited)
    State Park Drive Hampton, VA 23664
    (757) 727-8311
  12. Hampton Hoops
    Hampton Hoops promotes healthy communities and fun in a safe environment. The program aims to improve social interaction, positive character building and provides leadership opportunities. The City of Hampton, and community leaders have partnered to create the program and hope to inspire participating youth to become representatives of a safe and secure community in Hampton and throughout. Ages 8-24.
    Hampton, VA
    757-726-8750
  13. Hampton Main Library
    Activities, Events, and Storytimes
    4207 Victoria Blvd Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 727-1154
  14. Hampton Parks & Recreation
    Classes and activities for all ages, Before/After Care. Summer Camps. Many free and/or low cost events and festivals offered throughout the year from Hampton Parks and Recreation.
    Hampton, VA
    (757) 727-6348
  15. Hampton Public Library
    Free Library Activities and Services.
    Locations in the Phoebus, Northampton, Willow Oaks and Downtown areas of Hampton, VA
    (757) 727-1154
  16. Home Depot Kids Workshops
    Free Hands-On Workshops for Kids ages 5-12. Registration is recommended, they often fill up!
    Locations throughout Hampton Roads, see website for the closest store.
  17. Jersey’s Cards & Comics – Hampton
    Free and pay-to-play trading card and board game play
    1818-G Todds Lane Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 825-0097
  18. JoAnn
    Sewing, crafting, and art classes/lessons for kids. Free events monthly. Birthday parties available.
    1076 W Mercury Blvd Hampton, VA 23666
    757-826-8035
  19. Kids Bowl Free Program
    This program allows for FREE Bowling for Kids over summer break (and sometimes beyond).
    Hampton, VA
  20. Little England Chapel
    Free admission to the historic chapel that includes an exhibit on African-American religion.
    4100 Kecoughtan Road Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 472-8001
  21. Lowe’s DIY Kids’ Workshops
    Free Hand-On Building Clinics for Kids. Registration is recommended, these do fill up!
    Locations throughout Hampton Roads, VA
  22. Michael’s Store Craft Events
    Regular free and low cost Make & Take store events for kids. Birthday Parties available
    Locations throughout Hampton Roads, VA
  23. Northampton Branch Library
    Activities, Events, and Storytimes
    936 Big Bethel Road Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 825-4558
  24. Peninsula Town Center Activities/Events
    Special events including concerts and holiday celebrations. During the summer months there are water fountains for the kids to play in at no cost.
    4410 Claiborne Square Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 838-1505
  25. Phoebus Branch Library
    Activities, Events, and Storytimes
    1 South Mallory Street Hampton, VA 23663
    (757) 727-1149
  26. Sandy Bottom Nature Park
    Park with gardens, lake, wetland marshes, education and wildlife center with boating, fishing, camping and walking trails. Kayaks, paddleboats, canoes, and 14-foot jon boats available for rent. Birthday parties available.
    1255 Big Bethel Road Hampton, VA 23666
    (757) 825-4657 
  27. SeeWhich Books
    Indie Bookshop in Phoebus with diverse titles, neurodiverse titles and a large kids section. Storytimes available as scheduled.
    15 S Hope Street Hampton, VA
    757-726-7117
  28. St. John’s Church
    Historic site. Free Museum Admission
    100 W. Queens Way Hampton, VA 23699
    (757) 722-2567
  29. Virginia Space Grant Consortium
    The Virginia Earth System Science Scholars (VESSS) program is an interactive online science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning experience for Virginia high school juniors and seniors, highlighted by a seven-day residential summer academy at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. Students selected to participate in the program are immersed in NASA-related research, focusing on the Earth’s responses to changes in climate, weather, and natural hazards, through interaction with scientists, engineers, and technologists.
    Professional Workforce Development Center 600 Butler Farm Rd Hampton, VA 23666
  30. Willow Oaks Branch Library
    Activities, Events, and Storytimes
    Willow Oaks Village Square 227 Fox Hill Road Hampton, VA 23669
    (757) 850-5114