Events

Published November 5, 2025

April 9

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]


April 22

Waterfront Blood Drive

Location: Bldg. 4931 (PCU 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 NNS4931 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]


April 22

Zumba and Mixxedfit – Relay for Life Fundraiser

Location: NetCenter


April 23

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.


April 29

NNS Gives Volunteer Appreciation Event

Location: Coastal Fermentory (206 23rd St B, Newport News, VA 23607)

​Join the NNS Gives team as we announce and recognize those outstanding volunteers who were nominated by their peers. The event includes an award ceremony, NNS Gives swag, and light appetizers. Please note that food and giveaways are limited. All volunteers and shipbuilders are encouraged to attend this event. This event is open to the public.


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]