Cure Coffeehouse

Venue Description

Cure Coffeehouse is an independent specialty coffee shop located in City Center Newport News. The venue features quality craft coffee handcrafted beverages fresh baked goods and light lunch options. The spacious comfortable atmosphere with large windows overlooking fountains creates an inviting gathering space for the community.

Open Mic Community

Cure Coffeehouse hosts a beloved weekly open mic on Thursday evenings that has become a cornerstone of the Newport News music and arts community. The event fosters inclusion and supports artists of all skill levels from seasoned performers to first-time stage participants. The open mic welcomes diverse performance styles including folk music singer-songwriter material poetry spoken word and experimental arrangements. Visual artists have opportunities to sell and exhibit work at the venue.

Inclusive Atmosphere

The venue is known for creating a warm welcoming and intentionally inclusive environment particularly for the LGBTQ+ community and emerging artists. Host Austin Milby has cultivated a supportive culture where performers and audience members feel comfortable and valued. The space celebrates local talent and serves as a gathering place for the creative community.