🎶 Summer Nights at Port Warwick: 2026 Concert Series Lineup Announced

Newport News, VA — One of the Peninsula’s best-kept summer traditions is back… and if you’ve never been to the concerts at Port Warwick, this might be the year to fix that.

The Virginia Health Services Summer Concert Series at Port Warwick returns Wednesday nights from 6–9 PM, May 20 through August 26, 2026, set in the heart of William Styron Square.

And honestly? This is exactly the kind of event I’m always telling people about when they ask, “What’s it like to live here?”

🎤 The 2026 Lineup (And It’s a Good One)

Here’s what’s coming this summer

May
5/20 – Brasswind (Motown, R&B, classic horn band sound)
5/27 – Bobby BlackHat Band (Award-winning blues showcase)


June
6/3 – Slapnation (High-energy soul, funk, disco, pop)
6/10 – Celeste Kellogg (Country, rock, pop)
6/17 – The Deloreans (80s cover band 🔥)
6/24 – BJ Griffin Band (Funk, jazz, pop, R&B/soul)


July
7/1 – USAF Full Spectrum Band (Yes… the Air Force brings it)
7/8 – Good Shot Judy (Jazz/swing vibes)
7/15 – Anthony Rosano & the Conqueroos (Blues, rock & roll)
7/22 – Wonderland (High-energy, no boundaries)
7/29 – Be Kind & Rewind (90s house party throwback)


August
8/5 – Midnight Rain (Taylor Swift tribute 👀)
8/12 – Down River (Southern rock & country)
8/19 – Roberta Lea (Country/pop rising star)
8/26 – Revelation (Party band finale)

🍻 What It’s Actually Like (From Someone Who Goes to These Things)

If you’re picturing a stiff “sit quietly in a chair” concert… this isn’t that.

Lawn chairs and blankets everywhere People dancing in the square Kids running around Food and drinks flowing That perfect summer evening energy you can’t fake

It’s one of those rare events where you’ll see:

young families retirees groups of friends and people who just stumbled onto it and stayed all night

🚗 Parking Tips (Don’t Skip This Part)

Parking is well organized—but important to follow:

Best GPS address: 3100 William Styron Square N, Newport News Main parking is at the Sentara lot Parking there is ONLY allowed during concert times Be respectful of Emergency Department access Towing is enforced in nearby residential and business lots

Pro tip: Get there a little early, grab a good spot, and settle in.

Read more about Port Warwick here

🏡 Why This Matters (From a Real Estate Perspective)

This is the stuff I talk about all the time.

People don’t just move for a house—they move for moments like this.

Walkable neighborhoods.

Community events.

Music on a summer night.

Port Warwick is one of the few places in our area that truly blends:

residential living restaurants events and a real sense of place

And when buyers ask me, “Where feels like a lifestyle?”… this is always part of that conversation.

📍 Worth the Drive from Williamsburg?

Absolutely.

It’s about 30–35 minutes from Williamsburg, and it makes for a perfect:

midweek date night casual night out with friends or “let’s just go do something different” evening

✍️ Final Thought

If you’ve been meaning to get out more this summer…

Start here.

Pick a band that fits your vibe, bring a chair, maybe a cooler… and just go.

You’ll probably end up staying longer than you planned.

👋 About Me

I’m John Womeldorf — “Mr. Williamsburg.”

I’ve been helping people buy and sell homes across Williamsburg, Newport News, Richmond, and everywhere in between for over 20 years—but more than that, I’ve built my business around helping people understand what it’s actually like to live here.

I’m also an investor, renovator, cyclist, and someone who genuinely enjoys exploring everything this area has to offer—from backroads and bike trails to live music and local events like this one.

If you’re thinking about making a move—or just trying to figure out which community fits your lifestyle—I’m always happy to help.

📞 Call or text: 757-254-8136

📧 Email: John@MrWilliamsburg.com

🌐 Website: https://mrwilliamsburg.com

Let’s find you a place that feels like home.