Newport News has 31 parks located throughout the City. They vary in size from 0.3 acres to over 8,000 acres. At 8,065 acres, Newport News Park is not only the largest in the City, but is the second largest municipal park in the country.
Some of the features you may find at parks in the city include hiking or jogging trails, picnicking shelters, horseback riding, soccer fields, tennis, golf, fishing, baseball, softball, basketball, biking, gardens and much more. Visit Newport Parks for more information on what each park has to offer.
There are a number of events held in Newport News, Virgina that offer a variety of entertainment. Events include Fiesta by the Fountain, Virginia Symphony Concert, 4th of July Stars in the Sky, King-Lincoln Music Festival, Newport News Fall Festival of Folklife, The Great Pumpkin Party, Oyster Point Oyster Roast, and many more! These events are fun for everyone, so don't miss out! |