There are so many great things going on all summer long for families in Williamsburg. This summer enjoy $1 Admission to the Mariners Museum & Park, save on Busch Gardens and Water Country USA tickets, enjoy Family Friendly outdoor concerts, see great live theater and so much more!
Here are some you won’t want to miss!
- The Burg Weekender & The Burg Weekly – our big list of events for the weekend and the weekThe Burg Weekly just went out! It is for the following dates: April 18 – 21, 2024 Click here to view This edition is full of local and regional events that ...
- Merchants Square’s Concert Series (FREE): Line up for Summer 2024Merchants Square’s Concert Series for Summer 2024 is back on DoG (Duke of Gloucester St.) in the heart of Merchants Square! Dates: The first Friday of every month from May through ...
- Chippokes State Park Events April 2024Chippokes State Park Events for April 2024 Chippokes is one of the oldest continually farmed plantations in the country. A working farm since 1619, the park offers modern recreational activities and ...
- Free Entrance Days for National Parks 2024! Next free entrance day is April 20Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2024, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Before visiting a park, ...
- Zoom Room Williamsburg’s Dog Training Classes & Workshops!Zoom Room Williamsburg’s Dog Training Classes & Workshops! Zoom Room Williamsburg provides positive reinforcement dog training classes. Their small group classes and private training sessions allow their expert dog trainers to ...
- York River State Park – April & May Events!Ranger Gresham with visitors York River State Park – April & May 2024 The park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk. The park visitor center, office, and gift shop are open ...
- Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2024Yorktown Trolley Operating Schedule 2024 The FREE Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, it is air-conditioned, (and heated), and you expect it back on the streets ...
- Local Museums in Williamsburg, Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and RichmondLocal Museums in Williamsburg, Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Richmond There are a lot of wonderful museums in and around Williamsburg, VA. Most museums offer discounts, memberships, free admission, ...
- Gallery at York Hall 2024 Season AnnouncedGallery at York Hall 2024 Season Announced and Free Admission The Gallery at York Hall opens for the 2024 season on Tuesday, April 2, with operating hours of 10 a.m. to 4 ...
- Discount Tickets for Williamsburg Virginia & YorktownDiscount Tickets for Williamsburg Virginia & Yorktown Attractions like Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and more! Looking for discount tickets to Colonial Williamsburg, ...
- FREE Busch Gardens – 2 Park Preschool Pass 2024Affiliate Links in this post Time to get your FREE 2 Park Preschool Pass to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA Updated 2/8/2024 Free Preschool Pass Kids (Ages 3-5) play FREE thru ...
- FREE Campfire Socials at Chickahominy Riverfront ParkCampfire Socials are for all ages – and are FREE! Enjoy s’mores, activities, storytelling and more around the campfire overlooking the beautiful Gordon Creek at Chickahominy Riverfront Park! Children 12 and ...
- 2nd Sundays Art & Music Festival in Williamsburg!2nd Sundays Williamsburg – 6 Blocks of Artisans, Live Music & Performing Arts Shop unique handcrafts with 150+ artisan vendors, enjoy live music, street performances and food trucks, at this fun, ...
- Busch Gardens Ticket Discounts, Fun Card Sale and Membership SaleBusch Gardens Discount Offers! The following offers and prices were updated on 3/28/24 but can change at anytime. 2 Park Fun Card for Busch Gardens Williamsburg & Water Country ...
- All Aboard! JCC Parks and Recreation trackless train schedule for 2024!All Aboard! JCC Parks and Recreation trackless train is coming to parks near you! JCC Parks and Recreation is so excited to offer trackless train appearances in various parks this year. ...
- Family Trip to NashvilleRooftop view from Reds Family Trip to Nashville with Teens When I mentioned we were headed to Nashville, TN for Spring Break many people asked what we planned to do with teen ...
- Something different to do at night. Haunted Williamsburg at Colonial WilliamsburgWant a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Haunted Williamsburg is the official ghost tour of Colonial ...
- Our Best Books List – Cozy up with one of these books this winterOur List of Best Books from Fun Reads to Self Help Reading is a great distraction from the world around us. We have compiled a list of books we love as ...
- Movies in the Park – Free Outdoor Movies in York County – See the Full ListMovies In the Park Series 2023 Movies begin roughly 15 minutes after sunset. Concessions will be available for purchase at each movie. You are encouraged to bring blanket and/or chairs for ...
- Best Things to Do in August 2023 in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Surrounding Areas!This is our monthly guide of events you don’t want to miss. These are events that both locals and tourists will enjoy. Events are often free so make ...
- Free Sunday Movie Night at Merchants SquareFree Sunday Movie Night at Merchants Square Summer 2023 Summer nights in Williamsburg just got even more fun! It has been since the summer of 2019 that we had outdoor ...
- College Run Farms has Blueberry PickingCollege Run Farms has Blueberry Picking Great News! The farm will reopen on Thursday, June 15th for our Summer Season! Come for some amazing blueberry picking as they celebrate their 15th ...
- $3 Summer Movies at Movie Tavern – here is the list:Kids Dream Summer Film Series 2023 Movie Tavern in Williamsburg will offer $3 Summer Movies starting June 13 thru August 5, 2023. Movies will be shown on Tuesday thru Saturday at 11 ...
- Summer Reading Program at the Williamsburg Library is for kids, teen and adults!It’s officially Free Book Week! Every child registered in Summer Reading can pick out a free book at either library building. If you haven’t registered yet, you can still register ...
- Nightly Fireworks at Busch Gardens WilliamsburgFireworks Nightly at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Turn your eyes toward the sky as Busch Gardens Williamsburg lights up the night with a dazzling fireworks every Friday and Saturday nights from June ...
- Regal Summer Movie Express Offers $2 Movies!Regal Summer Movie Express – $2 Movies on Tuesdays & Wednesdays Summer 2023 UPDATE: Our local New Town Regal Theatre is running the Summer Movie Express from June 20 – August ...
- July 4, 2023 in Yorktown – Fun Events All Day Long!Things to Do on July 4th Weekend in Yorktown! There are so many reasons to visit Yorktown VA on July 4th! Lots of free family-friendly celebrations featuring a full lineup of ...
- Weather Update: Project: Five Forty-Seven is a FREE event celebrating the longest day of the year on Wednesday June 21, 2023!Weather Update: Project: Five Forty Seven, the Longest Day of Play! 📣 𝘿𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙒𝙚𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙅𝙪𝙣𝙚 21, 𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙙𝙤𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙮 ...
- Celebrate the Start of Summer at the 2nd Annual Toano Summer Solstice – Saturday, June 24th 5-8pmCelebrate the Start of Summer at the Toano Summer Solstice – Saturday, June 24th 5-8pm WHEN: Saturday, June 24, 2023 5-8pm (VIP access starts at 4pm)WHERE: 7891 Richmond Road, Toano VA ...
- Check out the different classes at the Taste Studio – Learn More:Taste Studio Classes where you learn, participate and enjoy amazing food and drink! There are many paths to explore on your culinary journey from recipe collection demonstrations to beer and ...
- Groupon Alert for BowleroWe are always looking for a good deal on fun things to do in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Hampton Roads! Scroll down for our affiliate links that will get you to ...
- James City County Outdoor Pools Open May 27Outdoor Pools Reopen Memorial Day Weekend Opening Day at the Pools – Sat May 27 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • All AgesIt’s time to kick off summer! Come out to one ...
- Want to Camp for FREE from 30 to 60 days at any one of the 24 participating Virginia State Parks? Here is how…Be a Camp Host and Camp for free for from 30 to 60 days at any of 24 participating parks across the state in exchange for volunteer services. Become a Virginia ...
- Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2023 – the many reasons why you don’t want to miss it!Experience Foodie Paradise during Virginia’s Largest Spring Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens Williamsburg This spring, new flavors and thrills are in bloom as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival ...
- Summer Reading Kick Off Party at the Library! All ages event on Sunday June 18Summer Reading Kick Off Party Sunday, June 18, 2023 from 1-4pmAn all ages eventWilliamsburg Library Plaza – 515 Scotland St. Williamsburg 23185 The Williamsburg Regional Library (WRL) invites the community to join the ...
- Conservancy Awareness Free Family Bike RideThis event has been canceled. Free Family Bike Ride Saturday, June 10th, 2023 FREE FUN! A ten-mile family bike ride along the Virginia Capital Trail on Saturday, June 10th, 2023, from 9:30 – 11:30 am. ...
- Secret Spots to Visit on William & Mary CampusActually part of a statue lying in leaves reading a book… OK. Maybe not secret locations… but definitely cool locations on the campus of the College of William & Mary! Here ...
- Shark Tooth Hunting at Chippokes Plantation State Park Surry VirginiaSharks Teeth we found at Chippokes! Our friends at Localourist.com where they encourage you to “Live like a local and play like a tourist” have found their favorite spot. Here ...
- After Hours Shark & Under the Sea PJ Party at the Virginia Living Museum!Friday, July 22, 2022 at 6 PM – 9 PMPurchase Tickets Jump into your favorite pair of pajamas and enjoy an after hours PJ Party at the Virginia Living Museum! Spend the ...
- James City County Parks & Recreation July 4th Weekend at the PoolJuly 4th, 2022 Celebration at JCC Pools Celebrate the holiday weekend and beat the heat by visiting one of two outdoor pools. FREE ice pops to everyone entering the pool (while ...
- Jamestown Beach Event Park, Williamsburg VA – parking fees and infoAll about Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg Virginia Jamestown Beach Event Park is a family and dog-friendly beach that’s open daily 8 a.m. – sunset. The beachfront park features picnic areas (some ...
- Mariners’ Museum – Admission is only $1 per person! Great Museum, Great Family TimeMariners’ Museum – Admission is only $1 per person! Admission to the Mariners Museum is $1 per person, and free for Mariners’ Museum Members, which means you can visit for as ...
- Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg, James City County and York County, Virginia!Best places to go fishing, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg area Williamsburg, James City County and York County have amazing historical locations but they ...
- Jamestown Jams FREE Concert Series 2021 at Jamestown Beach Event Park full line up of bands!Jamestown Jams Concert Series Summer 2021 James City County is pleased to announce its Free Summer Concert Series Jamestown Jams, is returning for the 5th Season. Entrance will open at 5:30 ...
- Running, Walking & Cycling Clubs in Williamsburg and Yorktown – Free, Family Friendly and with food and drink perks!Running, Walking & Cycling Clubs in Williamsburg and Yorktown – Free, Family Friendly and with food and drink perks! For those who love a good run, jog, or walk with a ...
- After Hours Pirate/Mermaid PJ Party at VLM on Aug. 28! Ages 10 and underAugust 28 | Pirate & Mermaid Pajama Jam Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Entire Museum Cost: $12 per non-member. $7 per member. Ages 2 & under free. Jump into your favorite pair of pajamas or dress as a pirate or ...
- Dylan Scott Thrills Fans at Busch Gardens Summer Nights ConcertDylan Scott performed at the final Summer Nights Concert of 2021 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg on Sunday, July 25th! His enthusiasm for what he does is evident in every song ...
- SHIP ROCKS Summer Fun!This contest has ended, congratulations to all the winners. It’s contest time! Williamsburg James City County Public Schools and School Health Initiative Program SHIP are planning a little summer fun! ...
- Tommy K Skate Day – Sat. July 24, 2021 at 12 pm – JCC Rec Skate ParkTommy K Skate Day 13th annual TK Skate Day to celebrate Tommy Karafa, his life, and love of skateboarding; hosted by Triangle Skateboard Alliance with Tommy’s family & friends. Top Prize ...
- Christmas in July at Merchants Square 2021vent has past. Please check back for 2023 dates! Did your family miss Christmas festivities last year? Merchants Square and Colonial Williamsburg team up to give Christmas back ...
- Dino on the Loose at the Virginia Living Museum Returns!Back by popular demand…Walking T-Rex – Dino on the Loose! at the Virginia Living Museum Back by popular demand…Walking T-Rex – Dino on the Loose! Appearances at 1pm.(for approximately 15 minutes – ...
- James River State Park in Gladstone, VA – Fun Day Trip with the Family!by Kimberly Suter If you’re like me, you’re asking yourself “where can I take the kids to get away without staying anywhere?” or, “what can we do that everyone will enjoy ...
- Belle Isle/A Day in RichmondBelle Isle/A Day in Richmond by Kimberly Suter Are you looking for a day trip outside of Williamsburg? Would you like to do something active or simply sunbathe and relax? Look no ...
- Hermitage Museum – the perfect day adventure and Admission is FREE for the rest of 2021Hermitage Museum – FREE Admission for 2021 Museum Admission is FREE through the rest of 2021 Now this one is a little out of the Williamsburg area but definitely worth the ...
- Hare and Tortoise 5K Run/Walk 2020 is Virtual12th Annual Hare & Tortoise Race for Ovarian Cancer The Hare & Tortoise Race is scheduled for September 12, 2020. Due to COVID-19 the race will be virtual this year. The run raises money ...
- Drive-Thru Safari Park is Open and a Fun Day Trip!Drive-Thru Virginia Safari Park Looking for a fun day or weekend trip for the family? Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge, VA is a drive-through safari with free-roaming animals. In fact ...
- Natural Bodybuilders from around the country compete at the 2020 OCB Colonial Open in Williamsburg – June 27, 2020NATURAL BODYBUILDERS from across the country battle it out in Williamsburg, VA for OCB Professional Qualification! This is a DRUG FREE bodybuilding competition! Check out the event facebook page. OCB COLONIAL OPEN PRO ...
- Huzzah! FREE Holiday Movies on the Lawn in Colonial Williamsburg!HUZZAH HOLIDAY MOVIES ON THE LAWN This event has not been confirmed for 2022 This December why not enjoy the evening outside with a movie under the stars? Head down to Huzzah’s ...
- 🍯 Honey Bee Day at Virginia Living Museum on Aug. 17August 17, 2019 from 9am – 5pm Come learn how beekeepers do their jobs from Colonial Beekeepers, participate in bee-related crafts and activities and taste the sweet gift of local honey ...
- 🐝 Bee & Honey Festival at Yankee Candle – Saturday August 17th – Make your own beeswax candle! 🐝Celebrate National Honey Bee Day and sweet gifts from Mother Nature’s workers at Yankee Candle! Purchase 100% pure beeswax candles handmade at the Village. Honey tastings, honey bee and beekeeping ...
- Meet a Meteor Day! Full Day of Activities Planned on Aug. 10 at the Virginia Living MuseumJoin the Virginia Living Museum as we celebrate one of nature’s greatest light shows, the Perseid Meteor Shower! One of the most popular meteor showers of the year, especially in ...
- Teddy Bear Fun Day at Yankee Candle! Build-A-Bear Workshop GRAND OPENING!August 3, 201910 am – 4 pm Enjoy all things Bear at the Build-A-Bear Workshop GRAND OPENING! Enjoy kid’s music and ventriloquism with Chris Campbell Music. Shows at 12:00 pm and ...
- WISC 13th Annual Family Festival – FREE – August 10WISC 13th Annual Family Festival Saturday August 10, 2019 — 9:30AM – 12:30PM FREE FAMILY FUN Don’t forget our BIGGEST event of the year! Our Family Festival will be 3 hours of FREE ...
- Fan Appreciation Day at Yankee Candle – Aug 10th – Prizes, Games & Live Music!Fan Appreciation Day at Yankee Candle August 10th from 10 am – 4 pm Come Celebrate with Yankee Candle at their Annual FAN DAY! Come to Yankee Candle Village Store for fun ...
- Annual Butterfly Festival in Williamsburg Botanical Garden – Aug 3rd & 4th – details:FIFTH ANNUAL BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL AND PLANT SALE IN THE WILLIAMSBURG BOTANICAL GARDEN Freedom Park August 3 & 4, 2019 9 am – 4 pm Bring the whole family to experience the Williamsburg Botanical Garden’s 5th Annual ...
- VLM Shark Awareness Day on July 13Celebrate Shark Awareness Day with a day packed with shark activities: Scuba Dives Baby Sharks special displays additional planetarium shows Live Amphitheatre Animals Shows Enjoy SHARK ZONE and so much more for this special DAY to ...
- 10 Cool Things the Williamsburg Regional Library has for you ONLINE:We all love our Williamsburg Regional Library locations and the great events they put on, and all books to check out…but did you know about their online programs? Streaming and ...
- Pork, Peanut & Pine Festival at Chippokes Plantation State Park – July 21 & 22 – Live Music, Hobby Hog Races, Food and FunPork, Peanut & Pine Festival at Chippokes Plantation State Park SATURDAY – JULY 21st 10 am to 7 pm & SUNDAY – JULY 22nd, 2018 12 pm to 5 pm Lots of activities for children of all ages! A Petting Zoo, Rock ...
- Beers in the ‘Burg! It happens only in the Garden at Chowning’s Tavern and you don’t want to miss this one!Beers in the ‘Burg! It happens only in the Garden at Chowning’s Tavern and you don’t want to miss this one! Cheers to Beers in the ‘Burg! Kick back and enjoy ...
- Blast from the Past: Artillery in the War of Independence at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown“Blast from the Past: Artillery in the War of Independence” special exhibition at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown ~ Opening Weekend ~ Saturday and Sunday, June 9 and 10 As part of ...
- Nessie turns 40! Loch Ness Monster Roller Coaster at Busch Gardens Celebrates 40 Years with .40 Cent Beers!Nessie turns 40! Loch Ness Roller Coaster at Busch Gardens Celebrates 40 Years with .40 Cent Beers! A lady shouldn’t celebrate turning 40 alone so Nessie is making sure everyone will ...
- Sunset Serenade – Live Music in the Garden Fridays night from 6:00 – 9:00 pm in the Chowning’s Garden – it’s Patio Season!Sunset Serenade – Live Music in the Garden! Every Friday night in through September from 6:00-9 pm in the Chowning’s Garden to enjoy local musicians as you experience tavern fare and colonial ...
- Thirsty Thursdays at the Williamsburg Inn – a Virginia Craft Beer Tasting with Chef Chris – Try it this week!Thirsty Thursdays at the Williamsburg Inn – a Virginia Craft Beer Tasting with Chef Chris Thirsty Thursday are from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm on the following Thursdays: Thursday, July 19, 2018 Thursday, ...
- Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival ConcertsBusch Gardens Food & Wine Festival Concerts BIG name acts will take the stage in June during Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival Concerts including country music sensation Scotty McCreery and Hunter ...
- AMF Summer Games 2018Summer Games for Families! AMF Williamsburg The best way to keep your family active and entertained this summer is back! Each pass gets you 3 games of bowling & shoes every day, all ...
- Buy a Busch Gardens Fun Card and Get a Water Country USA FREEthis post contains affiliate links these are ads Here are the latest Busch Gardens Discounts! Keep scrolling for single day, Fun Cards, FREE 2 Park Preschool pass, Military Discounts and Memberships! SINGLE DAY ...
- Paragon Events – Curious George – August 15, 16, 17Paragon Theater has several exciting upcoming promotions FREE Kids Summer Movie Series. The FREE kids summer movies series takes place on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings at 10 am from June 13 through August 17. The film lineup can ...
- Music in the Garden Concert SeriesConcerts at Williamsburg Botanical Garden Freedom Park 5535 Centerville Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188 6:00pm July 7th – Zack Salsberry August 4th – In Layman Terms September 1 – The W Quartet Again this summer Williamsburg Botanical Garden ...
- All For One — Busch Gardens Summer ShowTHE THREE MUSKETEERS COME TO BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG WITH THRILLING NEW ACTION SHOW Last year Busch Gardens launched the first action-adventure show of its kind at the park, marking the return of a ...
- Military Band Concert Series – August 8-29Military Band Concert Series A different ensemble performs each week presented by musicians from U.S. Fleet Forces Band, Langley Air Force Base and Ft. Eustis, VA. Bring lawn chairs and blankets ...
- Williamsburg Regional Library Scholastic Bookflix and TrueflixScholastic Bookflix and Trueflix If you have kids Pre-K thru 6th grade and you don’t know about these programs you need to check it out! They are free and truly amazing. ...
- How to make & play Sponge DodgeballFun Summer Game – Sponge Dodge Ball How to make a Sponge Dodgeball: Take two sponges and cut each one into 3 peices. Take the six pieces and put together with a rubber band. ...
- Williamsburg Charter SailsSailboat Charters on the York River Where do you sail? The question is answered magnificently in this photo capturing the breadth of the lower York River as it extends out Sara ...
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