Convention services program
Newport News offers groups and meetings of all ages a chance to learn, relax and, more importantly, have fun. Whether planning a meeting, reunion, sports event, student tour or adult group vacation, Newport News is the ideal group destination. Contact our professional staff today and plan your visit to Newport News! We also offer a complimentary convention services program provided by Newport News Tourism for events held in a Newport News Hotel.
Attendance-building materials
- Visitor Guides and Brochures to be passed out during the prior year’s event
- DVD/videos to present to your group letting everyone know what they can expect during their stay in Newport News
Prior to your event:
- Coordinating guest speakers, photographers, entertainers, etc..
- Coordinating a letter from the Mayor
- Assistance in tour itineraries, special venues and other event needs
During your event:
- Welcome bags for your attendees staying in a Newport News hotel with a minimum of 50 rooms each night. The bags include a Newport News Visitor Guide, brochures, coupon book, a Newport News map, and more
- In lieu of the Welcome Bags, a Hospitality Table manned by one of our Travel Counselors during your registration can be arranged for those groups with a minimum of 50 overnight rooms each night plus 100 outside attendees (for a minimum of 150 attendees). He or she will pass out tourism material and/or answer any tourism questions your attendees may have. A Hospitality Table can also be arranged without a representative.
For more information on planning your meeting in Newport News contact:
Cheryl Morales
Marketing Manager
757-926-1428