Events in Newport News City today

There is no entry fee. Spend time playing games and participate in free raffles.

This Pokemon League event offers free entry.

Tower's Carnival of Terror returns with a haunted Halloween experience packed with thrills and playful scares. The celebration takes place at Tower of Games in Newport News as well as Tower of Games - Western Branch, offering a night of fun and frights for fans of spooky entertainment. Admission is $5. For questions or to ask about volunteering, please contact the event organizers.

Chef Life at Chef’s Market hosts a Halloween night of live jam rock with Slingshot on Mars. The Richmond-based group features musicians connected to Last Fair Deal, The Lawn Boys, and Night Allowance, with influences that include the Grateful Dead, Phish, and psychedelic jam traditions. Expect a mix of originals and adventurous covers, with extended improvisations that travel through rock, funk, blues, newgrass, and psychedelic sounds before circling back to the song. Fans of the Grateful Dead, Phish, or the Allman Brothers will feel right at home. Costumes are welcome. Admission is free, and the full bar and Chef Life food will be available.

SafeHaven Empowerment Center partners with Tomorrow’s Image Academy of Virginia to offer free haircuts for adults and children each month. Sign-up is in person at the center, and appointments are first-come, first-served.

Enjoy a Monday night gathering with a $6 entry fee. Each player receives a pack in the prize pull.

Take part in a free DJ Trivia game at Manhattan’s NY Deli & Pub. Play along with fast-paced questions and competing teams, with Manhattan’s gift certificates awarded to top teams. Food options mentioned include Manhattan Wings and loaded fries.

Local professionals connect, collaborate, and learn to build intentional referral partnerships through structured networking, member spotlights, and one-on-one business conversations. The meeting centers on trust, credibility, consistency, and community, helping participants understand what others do, who they serve, and how they can support one another’s business growth.

Spend time creating handcrafted items for a December bazaar. All craft ideas are welcome, and table space is available. Work pauses around noon for lunch together, with participants invited to bring something to share if possible.

Stop by for Commander and enter for a chance to win free raffle prizes. Entry is free.

Compete in a tournament with a $10 entry fee and earn a pack for each round win.