Explore & Earn: Unlock Rewards at Top Newport News Attractions
Unleash your inner explorer with our Bandwango and Ambassador passes: the African American Cultural Experiences Pass and Ambassador passes are available below. Our free, mobile-friendly Bandwango passports guide you to participating attractions, festive experiences, and hidden gems. Check in via GPS at each location and collect Newport News-branded swag. The Newport News Ambassador Pass is your ticket to exploring the best attractions our city has to offer. Exclusively available to Newport News residents and employees, this pass is a gateway to adventure, fun, and unforgettable experiences—all for free!
Ready to explore? Grab your pass and let the adventure begin! Also, be sure to scroll further down to check out local offers and discounts for more bang for your buck.
Discover Newport News with the Ambassador Pass!
The Ambassador Pass is a special program designed to give City of Newport News residents and employees the opportunity to experience the incredible attractions in their own community. Each pass covers admission for 2 adults and 2 children (ages 15 and under) and is valid during specific weeks at designated locations.
How to Get Your Pass:
Passes can be picked up at the:
- Newport News Visitor Center, located at 13560 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, VA 23603 | Daily 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tourism Administrative Office, located at 702 Town Center Drive, Newport News, VA 23602 | M-F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Communications Office, located at 6th Floor, City Hall, 2400 Washington Ave., Newport News, VA 23607 | M-F 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Proof of CURRENT Newport News residency or City of Newport News employment is required. Passes are also available to:
- Active-duty military and spouses residing on Fort Eustis (with proof of address).
- Christopher Newport University students (with a valid student ID).
- Newport News retirees (with proof of retirement from the city).
Eligible individuals must be 16 years or older to receive a pass. A Newport News resident or employee may pick up passes for others with proper photo ID. Passes are distributed until February 8, 2025.
Attraction Details:
Explore the following attractions with your Ambassador Pass:
- Jan. 13 – 19: Lee Hall Mansion (Open Wed–Sat), Virginia Living Museum (Open Daily).
- Jan. 20 – 26: Historic Endview (Open Wed–Sat), The Mariners’ Museum & Park (Open Daily).
- Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Newport News Park Disc Golf (Open Daily; check-in at the NN Visitor Center, 9 AM – 5 PM), Virginia War Museum (Open Wed–Sun).
- Feb. 3 – 9: Peninsula SPCA & Barnyard (Open Mon–Sat).
- Feb. 7 & 8: Lee Hall Depot (Open Fri & Sat Only).
For Questions:
Call the Newport News Visitor Center at (757) 886-7777 for more information.
Claim your pass and make the most of this opportunity to explore the treasures of Newport News!
Bandwango Passes
Discover the best of Newport News with our FREE Bandwango passes—your ticket to an unforgettable experience in our vibrant city!
AACE Pass
With the AACE passport, immerse yourself in the vibrant African American culture of Newport News. Explore unique locations and experiences, like the inspiring Unfinished March public art sculpture and the Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center, where you can step back in time and see how a prominent leader lived.
Featured Stops:
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Build a Dream sculpture
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Paperbacks Ink Bookstore & Tastefully Philly Cafe
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Pinkett's Beach
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The Moton Theater
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The Unfinished March sculpture