Children's Festival of Friends

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Time & Place

  • Children's Festival of Friends
    • Newport News Park

      May 4, 2024, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

      13560 Jefferson Avenue
      Newport News, VA 23603
    • Phone: 757-888-3333
      Highway Exit: 250B from I-64
      Website: Click here to visit us online

Description

May the 4th be with you at the Children’s Festival of Friends! Join us for a stellar lineup of fun featuring food trucks, live entertainment, children’s activities, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Bounce into excitement on our inflatables and zip through the sky on our thrilling zip line. Meet your favorite costume characters from a galaxy far, far away, then hop aboard the Trackless Train for an epic adventure. Dive into digital realms aboard the gamer bus and virtual reality zone or discover the wonders of Mad Science. Support young entrepreneurs at our kid-owned businesses showcase and don’t forget to strike a pose at the photo booth and explore the enchanting butterfly exhibit. It’s a day of fun and friendship you won’t want to miss! 

STAGE SCHEDULE 

  • John Kingry: 10 to 11 am
  • Lane Rice and Band:  11:15 to 11:40 am
  • The High Joy Love Experience – The Power of Play: 11:50 am to 12:20 pm
  • The Percussionist (Dorian Black and Band): 12:30 to 1:10 pm
  • Denise Battle + Musicians: 1:20 to 1:50pm
  • Tyrone – Comedian/Vant: 1:55 to 2:25 pm
  • Fortresses: 2:35 to 3:05 pm
  • City Arts: 3:15 to 4:30 pm

Important note: No pets permitted in the festival area. Admission is FREE; however, parking is $10. For details, click here.