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About First Church of Newport News
Welcome to the venue page for First Church of Newport News (Baptist), a trusted community hub located at 2300 Wickham Avenue in Newport News, VA. Whether you’re attending a concert like the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Handel’s Messiah on December 20, 2025, or a special church event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining. This venue has moved from the historic Downtown First Baptist Church site and now hosts events at its Wickham Ave location, offering accessible facilities and easy access for guests visiting from the surrounding Hampton Roads area.
Plan ahead with our insider tips: secure your seats with trusted sources, take advantage of designated accessible parking, and use local transit options through Hampton Roads Transit OnDemand or nearby Amtrak connections. For lodging and meals, we’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotels and dining options to simplify your trip. If you need group accommodations or added accessibility details, we’re here to help you navigate to a smooth, stress-free experience at First Church of Newport News (Baptist).
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Venue: First Church of Newport News (Baptist) at 2300 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.
- Parking: Parking in two lots beside/across from the facility; additional lot next to the office complex diagonally from the facility; accessible parking available.
- Transit: Newport News public transit via Hampton Roads Transit OnDemand; fixed-route bus service and Amtrak access nearby.
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Newport News (943 J Clyde Morris Blvd, ~2–3 miles away); Magnuson Hotel & Convention Center at Oyster Point (980 Omni Blvd) nearby.
- Notable events: Virginia Symphony Orchestra performance (Handel’s Messiah) hosted at First Church of Newport News (Dec 20, 2025).
- Renaming/renovation note: The historic downtown First Baptist Church building at 119 29th St is now Dominion Outreach Worship Center; the current Wickham Ave location represents the church’s relocation and name usage as First Church of Newport News (Baptist).