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✈️How to get to Ampersand International Arts Festival
Planning your trip to Ampersand International Arts Festival? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (PHF), about 25 km from the venue.
- Major international airport nearby: Richmond International Airport (RIC), about 60 km away (more routes).
- Allow about 35 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Newport News or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Ampersand International Arts Festival
Accommodation near the Ampersand International Arts Festival site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Newport News, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Newport News.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Ampersand International Arts Festival 2026 weather
Weather in Concert Hall, Music Arts Center, William & Mary in March 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 24% of days
| 2025 | Overcast | 18° / 6° | 2 rainy days |
| 2024 | Light drizzle | 14° / 4° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Overcast | 12° / 3° | 2 rainy days |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near Ampersand International Arts Festival
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Ampersand International Arts Festival. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Newport News and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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