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Chesapeake Conference Center

From business meetings to trade shows, receptions to galas, High School reunions to weddings, and sporting competitions to concerts, the Chesapeake Conference Center has done it! This venue is a premier, full-service banquet, conference, and meeting center that can handle any event from a casual gathering to black tie affair. The Chesapeake Conference Center has supported their local athletes and competitions such as the AAU Junior Olympic Games, bringing sports enthusiasts from all over the globe to Chesapeake. 39,000 square feet of versatile function space with room for up to 200 exhibits High-speed Internet and Free Wi-Fi Award-winning culinary team Over 350 FREE parking spaces on site Area's best variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment within one mile of the Center A well trained, well-seasoned staff focused on making your event perfect

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Great Dismal Swamp

Outdoor adventures abound in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in Chesapeake, VA! It covers more than 112,000 acres of pristine forested wetlands and is home to Lake Drummond, the second largest natural lake in Virginia. This foreboding paradise has inspired writers and outdoor enthusiasts alike and is a must see for any Chesapeake visitor!

The Dismal Swamp Canal Trail is a former section of Virginia State Rt. 17, now a multi-use trail open to bicycling, walking, running/hiking, horseback riding, and boating. The north trail head is located at the intersection of Dominion Blvd. and Old Rt. 17 in Chesapeake, VA, and runs south 8.3 miles, adjacent to the Dismal Swamp Canal. The Dismal Swamp Canal Trail is an historic, environmental and outdoor recreation delight.

The Great Dismal Swamp offers:

Miles of hiking (and biking) trails on the Dismal Town Boardwalk Trail, an elevated wooden walkway over the swamp
A 4.5 mile Washington Ditch Trail to Lake Drummond
Activities such as boating, kyaking and canoeing on the lake
11-Mile Paved Multiuse Trail
Picnic Areas
Horse Trails

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“ In 1998, the AAU Junior Olympic Games became the catalyst for the Hampton Roads cities to join together and produce national, multi-sport tournaments. Together we are able to offer all the required venues and resources necessary to ensure a successful event. It is because of events like the AAU Junior Olympic Games that we were chosen to host the National Senior Games and considered for a four year commitment to host the Virginia Senior Games. „

— Susan Lineberry, Superintendent of Promotions and Special Events

Newport News Tourism

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