Events
Published November 5, 2025
February 25
Join the American Cancer Society as they launch this year’s Relay For Life, celebrating America’s 250th birthday. You’re invited to the 2026 Relay For Life Kick-off on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 5-8 p.m. at Coastal Fermentory. Support Newport News Shipbuilding and create your team today to inspire others to join the fight against cancer.
Contact: Juli Street
March 6-13
Employee Appreciation Week
March 12
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Location: Bldg. 520-6 (James River Room)
Sign up today to ensure that blood supplies are available in our community. To schedule an appointment: Register at www.redcrossblood.org and use code NNSB520 in the search field. Use the Blood Donor American Red Cross app. Enter code NNSB520 to locate the drive, register and complete the RapidPass check-in on the day of the event.
Contact: [email protected]
March 24
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Location: Bldg. 888 (Brooks Crossing)
Sign up today to ensure that blood supplies are available in our community. To schedule an appointment: Register at www.redcrossblood.org and use code NNS888 in the search field. Use the Blood Donor American Red Cross app. Enter code NNS888 to locate the drive, register and complete the RapidPass check-in on the day of the event.
Contact: [email protected]
May 2
Relay For Life of the Peninsula
Location: Todd Stadium, 12465 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA
Newport News Shipbuilding will join forces with the American Cancer Society, sponsoring the 2026 Peninsula Relay For Life. This community event unites cancer survivors, caregivers, volunteers and passionate people who believe in a future free from cancer. Everyone is encouraged to show their support and attend this event.
Contact: [email protected]