Hampton, VA

Continental Park at Fort Monroe

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Continental Park at Fort Monroe is fort Monroe waterfront park used for the recurring Music by the Bay summer concert series and community events.. Musically, Military band, concert band, jazz, and related styles fit naturally with the programming here. For musicians, the open-air setting favors a polished, visually engaging set that can carry across a dispersed audience. Weather, outdoor sound, and festival-style pacing are part of the job. Continental Park at Fort Monroe is best suited to performers that understand the room, adapt their dynamics to the audience, and approach the date as a specific venue fit rather than a generic booking. Overall, it offers musicians a distinct performance setting where the live show can become a meaningful part of the audience experience. A concise, well-paced set and professional transitions will help the performance feel complete. Strong audience awareness can make the difference between simply playing the room and truly connecting with it.

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Phyllis Terrell
Role
Talent Buyer
757-251-2754

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Age policy
All Ages
Genres
Jazz
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Address
Fenwick Rd & Ingalls Rd, Fort Monroe, VA 23651, United States
Venue phone
757-251-2754
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