Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Fall Fun
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts – Nov 22
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern November 22, 2018 reserve your table between 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Celebrate Thanksgiving in 18th-century style and enjoy three courses of traditional favorites. Start a new holiday tradition – one that doesn’t involve you doing the dishes! See Menu below. Reservations are required visit here for details Thanksgiving […]
Liberty’s Ice Pavilion Outdoor Ice Skating Rink in Merchants Square Williamsburg Opens Nov. 16
Opens November 16 for the 2018/2019 Season Merchants Square Duke of Gloucester- Williamsburg On November 16th Liberty’s Ice Pavillion will kick off the season with a celebration from 6-8pm. Enjoy graceful performances by competitive figure skaters, sip hot cocoa and show off some twirls of your own on! Concessions, hot beverages available for purchase, 12-8:00 […]
New Events at Colonial Williamsburg
Sparkleland on the Square brings Santa, Storytellers, Workshops, Live Music and more to Merchants Square
Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts – Nov 22
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern November 22, 2018 reserve your table between 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Celebrate Thanksgiving in 18th-century style and enjoy three courses of traditional favorites. Start a new holiday tradition – one that doesn’t involve you doing the dishes! See Menu below. Reservations are required visit here for details Thanksgiving […]
Liberty’s Ice Pavilion Outdoor Ice Skating Rink in Merchants Square Williamsburg Opens Nov. 16
Opens November 16 for the 2018/2019 Season Merchants Square Duke of Gloucester- Williamsburg On November 16th Liberty’s Ice Pavillion will kick off the season with a celebration from 6-8pm. Enjoy graceful performances by competitive figure skaters, sip hot cocoa and show off some twirls of your own on! Concessions, hot beverages available for purchase, 12-8:00 […]
Holiday Events
Sparkleland on the Square brings Santa, Storytellers, Workshops, Live Music and more to Merchants Square
Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners Museum – Dec 8 & 15
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners’ Museum December 8 & 15, 2018 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa Claus, take your own photos, and make ornaments and other holiday crafts! Tickets include admission to the Museum for the day. $10 for Members, $12 for General Admission, children 2 and under […]
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts – Nov 22
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern November 22, 2018 reserve your table between 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Celebrate Thanksgiving in 18th-century style and enjoy three courses of traditional favorites. Start a new holiday tradition – one that doesn’t involve you doing the dishes! See Menu below. Reservations are required visit here for details Thanksgiving […]
Where to Find Santa
Sparkleland on the Square brings Santa, Storytellers, Workshops, Live Music and more to Merchants Square
Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners Museum – Dec 8 & 15
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners’ Museum December 8 & 15, 2018 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa Claus, take your own photos, and make ornaments and other holiday crafts! Tickets include admission to the Museum for the day. $10 for Members, $12 for General Admission, children 2 and under […]
Santa Calling 2018 – Register by Nov. 27 – Santa calls on Tues. Dec 4th!
Santa Calling Tuesday, Dec 4th from 5:45-8 p.m. JCC Parks and Recreation is sponsoring “Phone calls from Santa” for children ages 9 and younger living in James City County and Williamsburg. Special arrangements have been made with the North Pole for Santa and Mrs. Claus to personally call each child who returns their completed form […]
Sports & Classes – Now Registering
Adult Classes at Artfully Yours
Adult Classes at Artfully Yours Artfully Yours has so many art classes and sessions for people of all skill levels! Let your imagination and creativity run wild at these awesome sessions! Look below to see what fun classes are coming up. Fall Pumpkins Panting BFF Night Fall Pumpkins Painting BFF Night Tuesday, November 20th 6:00-8:00pm […]
Williamsburg Regional Library – This week Nutcracker Suite, STEAM Saturday & more!
Events this week at the Library! November 12 — Intermediate Spheros – Learn STEM skills and more advanced coding concepts by programming Sphero robots. This program is recommended for those with some Sphero and/or coding experience. For ages 8+; registration required. 4 p.m., JCCL November 17 –– The Nutcracker Suite – It’s time once again to enjoy the loveliest of holiday traditions as […]
Check out the different classes this Fall at the Taste Studio – Autumn and Winter classes on desserts to drinks – Learn More:
Check out the different classes this Fall at the Taste Studio – from Autumn Comfort Food to Cuisine from Morocco to Tunisias What is the Taste Studio? It is Where You Will Awaken Your Inner Chef! Taste Studio invites you to learn, create, and share with our incredible chefs. This full-service demonstration kitchen hosts classes, […]
Family Travel
How History Buffs Vacation in Gettysburg & Fort Ticonderoga, New York
written by Natalie Miller Moore, editor of Local Scoop and BFF of Tripbound’s Frugal Travel Mama We are lucky enough to live in a really historic town (hello, Williamsburg, Va.), so you’d think we’d want something totally different for our family vacation. Right? Well, that didn’t turn out to be the case—we find history everywhere! […]
An Unexpected Family Vacation Gem In Gordonsville, Virginia
An Unexpected Family Vacation Gem In Gordonsville, Virginia Local Author, Ellen Knecht I don’t think I’ve ever told someone about my excursions to Gordonsville and not been on the receiving end of a funny look or an “Excuse me, where?” I’m telling you, I’ve been to a lot of places. And, Gordonsville is the tiny […]
Budget-Friendly Family Travel Tips for Vacationing to Washington, D.C. on a Dime
Written by Megan Whaley Hello, Williamsburg travel friends! It’s Megan again, your Frugal Travel Mama from Tripbound. Last time I was here, I shared my family’s memorable and budget-friendly trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. So, what do I have up my sleeve today? My family’s most recent adventure—a budget-friendly weekend in Washington D.C.! We […]
Local Updates & Press Releases
Mariners’ Museum is $1 Admission for All Time Starting Nov 17! Great Museum, Great Family Time – $1 Per Person! Learn more:
Mariners’ Museum Announces $1 Admission For All Time Big News! Starting Saturday, November 17, The Mariners’ Museum and Park will be $1 admission per person for all time. The entire Museum team is incredibly proud and honored to make this announcement. The Mariners’ Museum and Park’s mission is to connect people to the world’s waters, because […]
Santa’s hours at Yankee Candle Williamsburg – Holiday Season 2018
Santa at Yankee Candle Need pictures with Santa or do your children need to tell Santa their wish list in person? Yankee Candle Village Store in Williamsburg has got you covered. Santa is in the store and waiting to greet your little ones. And yes, they will have professional photographer available. Starting November 10 and in […]
Check out the different classes this Fall at the Taste Studio – Autumn and Winter classes on desserts to drinks – Learn More:
Check out the different classes this Fall at the Taste Studio – from Autumn Comfort Food to Cuisine from Morocco to Tunisias What is the Taste Studio? It is Where You Will Awaken Your Inner Chef! Taste Studio invites you to learn, create, and share with our incredible chefs. This full-service demonstration kitchen hosts classes, […]
Contests
Win 3 tickets to The Bizarre Bazaar in Richmond – Nov. 29-Dec. 2
The Bizarre Bazaar The 43rd Christmas Collection a Rafflecopter giveaway We will have (2) winners each receiving (3) tickets. Tickets are good for November 29th - December … [Read More...]
Win 2 tickets to Christmas Dreams at Kimball Theatre
iDance Presents Christmas Dreams a Rafflecopter giveaway We are giving away 4 tickets to the Saturday performance! (2) tickets for the 2:30pm performance and (2) tickets for … [Read More...]
Coupons
Mariners’ Museum is $1 Admission for All Time Starting Nov 17! Great Museum, Great Family Time – $1 Per Person! Learn more:
Mariners’ Museum Announces $1 Admission For All Time Big News! Starting Saturday, November 17, The Mariners’ Museum and Park will be $1 admission per person for all time. The … [Read More...]
Holiday Pie Sale at Raleigh Tavern Bakery – Get your Thanksgiving Pie on Nov 20 – 21 – Learn More:
RALEIGH TAVERN BAKERY HOLIDAY PIE SALE Nov 20th & Nov 21st 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M This Thanksgiving let the bakers at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts' Raleigh Tavern Bakery … [Read More...]
Seasonal Events
Sparkleland on the Square brings Santa, Storytellers, Workshops, Live Music and more to Merchants Square
Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners Museum – Dec 8 & 15
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners’ Museum December 8 & 15, 2018 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa Claus, take your own photos, and make ornaments and other holiday crafts! Tickets include admission to the Museum for the day. $10 for Members, $12 for General Admission, children 2 and under […]
Mariners’ Museum is $1 Admission for All Time Starting Nov 17! Great Museum, Great Family Time – $1 Per Person! Learn more:
Mariners’ Museum Announces $1 Admission For All Time Big News! Starting Saturday, November 17, The Mariners’ Museum and Park will be $1 admission per person for all time. The entire Museum team is incredibly proud and honored to make this announcement. The Mariners’ Museum and Park’s mission is to connect people to the world’s waters, because […]
Recent Posts
Sparkleland on the Square brings Santa, Storytellers, Workshops, Live Music and more to Merchants Square
Sparkleland on the Square November 15 – December 24, 2018 Thursdays – Sundays Tis the Season to Sparkle and Merchants Square is brimming with holiday cheer and Christmas Magic. Bring your family for one event and you might just end up spending the day. Sparkleland on the Square happens Thursday thru Sunday Novemeber 15 – […]
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners Museum – Dec 8 & 15
Breakfast with Santa at the Mariners’ Museum December 8 & 15, 2018 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa Claus, take your own photos, and make ornaments and other holiday crafts! Tickets include admission to the Museum for the day. $10 for Members, $12 for General Admission, children 2 and under […]
Mariners’ Museum is $1 Admission for All Time Starting Nov 17! Great Museum, Great Family Time – $1 Per Person! Learn more:
Mariners’ Museum Announces $1 Admission For All Time Big News! Starting Saturday, November 17, The Mariners’ Museum and Park will be $1 admission per person for all time. The entire Museum team is incredibly proud and honored to make this announcement. The Mariners’ Museum and Park’s mission is to connect people to the world’s waters, because […]
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts – Nov 22
Come and Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Shields Tavern November 22, 2018 reserve your table between 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Celebrate Thanksgiving in 18th-century style and enjoy three courses of traditional favorites. Start a new holiday tradition – one that doesn’t involve you doing the dishes! See Menu below. Reservations are required visit here for details Thanksgiving […]
Santa Calling 2018 – Register by Nov. 27 – Santa calls on Tues. Dec 4th!
Santa Calling Tuesday, Dec 4th from 5:45-8 p.m. JCC Parks and Recreation is sponsoring “Phone calls from Santa” for children ages 9 and younger living in James City County and Williamsburg. Special arrangements have been made with the North Pole for Santa and Mrs. Claus to personally call each child who returns their completed form […]
Holiday Pajama Party with Santa! Dec. 14
Yankee Candle Pajama Party with Santa! Friday, December 14 at 6:30 PM – 8 PM Candy cane wishes and sugarplum dreams, We’re have a pajama party filled with sweet things! Wear your favorite pajamas to the Village for a special evening with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Decorate your own sugar cookie with Mrs. Claus, color […]
Liberty’s Ice Pavilion Outdoor Ice Skating Rink in Merchants Square Williamsburg Opens Nov. 16
Opens November 16 for the 2018/2019 Season Merchants Square Duke of Gloucester- Williamsburg On November 16th Liberty’s Ice Pavillion will kick off the season with a celebration from 6-8pm. Enjoy graceful performances by competitive figure skaters, sip hot cocoa and show off some twirls of your own on! Concessions, hot beverages available for purchase, 12-8:00 […]
William and Mary Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and more! See full 2018/2019 Season here:
William and Mary Theatre The William and Mary Theatre and Dance Department has several great shows lined up for this school year. All shows are held at the Kimball Theatre in Merchants Square. Tickets are on sale now and can be bought in person at the theatre or online. Dancevent Presented by Orchesis Modern Dance Company […]
