Williamsburg Event Calendar
Williamsburg VA – Events Calendar
What is there to do when you visit Williamsburg VA this weekend? Well here is a calendar full of events! Find things to do in Williamsburg today and every day on this calendar. We also have select things to do in Yorktown, VA, and Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Richmond and Virginia Beach.
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Events for October 31, 2026
Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation
Discover the stories that helped shape a nation when Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation opens July 1, 2026, at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, this powerful exhibition explores Virginia’s pivotal role in the American Revolution through remarkable artifacts and inspiring stories of both iconic and everyday people.
Included with museum admission, this new exhibition invites visitors to connect with the people, places, and ideas that forged a new nation—and continue to shape America today. 🇺🇸
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📅July 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027
🕞9 AM - 5 PM
📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Bassett Trace Nature Trail Guided Tour
Bassett Trace Nature Trail 424 Francis St E, Williamsburg🌿🚶♂️ Take a Leisurely Stroll on the Bassett Trace Nature Trail! 🚶♀️🌿 Free & Open to the Public at 10 am Love nature and the great outdoors? 🌳🐦 Come explore...
Leaf-A-Long
York River State Park 9801 York River Park Road, WilliamsburgThe mountains aren’t the only place to enjoy fall colors. Join Rangers at York River State Park for a one-mile hike that explores Virginia's unique and diverse native tree species....
No Tricks, Just Treats
Join Williamsburg Regional Library Bookmobile for a festive, family-friendly celebration filled with sweet treats, creative activities, games, and plenty of smiles. Come ready to play, create, laugh, and collect a...
The Counts Spooktacular at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, WilliamsburgBring the kiddos (ages nine and under) to The Count’s Spooktacular and celebrate not-too-spooky daytime family fun! Sesame Street Forest of Fun will be festively decorated. Kids are welcome to dress...
Spooky Nights Have Arrived: Aroma Light’s Fall Sale – 30% Off Storewide
Aroma Light 5127 Main St, WilliamsburgSpooky Nights Have Arrived: Aroma Light's Fall Sale - 30% Off Storewide Mon–Thu 10–7Fri–Sat 10–8Sun 11–6; Aroma Light Fall Sale: 30% off storewide through October 31. Chamber members get an...
Rifle Demonstration: The “cursed, twisted guns”
Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgRifle Demonstration: The "cursed, twisted guns" Military EncampmentDaily from 10:30 - 10:55 amFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Step back to 1776, where Williamsburg is hosting the birth of a...
Blackbird Bakery Pop Up Shop Outside of Blue Talon Bistro
Blackbird Bakery Pop Up Shop Outside of Blue Talon Bistro Saturday Oct. 31stOutside Blue Talon Bistro at 11 am! The SPOOkiest day of the year is finally here!!! And they...
Tidewater Grand Tasting
Taste food and drinks from local establishments! Food trucks on site as well as food, drink, and retail vendors inside the tent. There will be a DJ, face painting &...
1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
Playhouse Stage 214 Palace Green St, Williamsburg1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma CW AdmissionPlayhouse Stage View Event In chess as in life, one move can cost the game. Discover how the women of Williamsburg negotiated the growing political tensions...
Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour
Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets, WilliamsburgStables Behind-The-Scenes Tour Treat the animal lover in your life to this one-hour walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stables and Rare Breeds Program. During this behind-the-scenes tour, you’ll see...
State of Society
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, WilliamsburgState of Society See ScheduleHennage Auditorium It is Virginia, 1776. Join Patrick Henry as he fights to save the revolution from its most dire threat, and blaze a path to...
Halloween Tea: Afternoon Tea
Goodwin Room at Williamsburg Inn 136 Francis St E, WilliamsburgHalloween Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn October 28 - 31, 2026 Wednesday, October 28 from 2 pm - 3:30 pmThursday, October 29 from 2 pm - 3:30 pmFriday, October...
SLAM Connections
Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland Street, WilliamsburgJoin us for SLAM Connection, a program to develop poets as writers and performers. Learn about observation, writing, and performance in a safe, judgment-free space where people can learn about...
The Play That Goes Wrong
Williamsburg Players 200 Hubbard Lane, WilliamsburgThe Play That Goes Wrong Williamsburg PlayersFrom October 30 to November 15, 2026 By Jonathan Sayer, Henry Lewis, & Henry ShieldsPresented by special arrangement with Concord TheatricalsDirector: Lisa Velardi Highlights...
Live Music at Berret’s
Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill 199 S Boundary St, WilliamsburgLive Music at Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill 3 - 6 pm Enjoy live, outdoor music, daily from 3 pm - 6 pm. Please note all outdoor dining is...
Beat the Retreat
Guardhouse 102 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgAs evening falls, the soldiers of the 2nd Virginia Regiment close out their day with Regimental Retreat. Watch as officers inspect the men, rolls are called, and the day’s orders are read aloud—then listen closely for the parole before the regiment marches back to camp, just as it did in 1775.
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📅Jan. 9 - May 31, 2026
🕞4:30 PM - 5 PM (Jan. 9 - March 1) | 4 PM - 4:45 PM (March 2 - May 31)
📍Guardhouse
Trick or Treating Hours in James City County, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and more this Halloween
Trick or Treating in James City County, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and more this Halloween 2026 For those who choose to participate here are the hours! James City County...
Lighting of the Cressets
East End of Duke of Gloucester 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street, WilliamsburgHead to Colonial Williamsburg at night for another reason – on the historic Duke of Gloucester Street they will be Lighting of the Cressets. This brings their 18th-century streets to...
Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, WilliamsburgHowl-O-Scream® is BACK this fall – and it’s taking over the whole park! Get ready for 5 haunted houses, 6 terror-tories™, 4 sinister shows, and plenty of creepy surprises lurking around every corner. For...
Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tour
Colonial Courthouse 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgColonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tours Nightly at 7 pm & 8:30 pm in front of the Courthouse - through November 22 See full schedule here.Haunted Williamsburg It is the...
Beats, Bites and Boos
BEATS, BITES, & BOOS Saturday, October 31 7–10 PM Riverwalk Restaurant323 Water Street, Yorktown, VA Get ready for a Halloween night filled with live music, dancing, great food, costumes, and...
The James Henry Morgan Gang’s Spookalicious Dance Party
Great music, gift baskets, a light show, costume prizes and signed show posters. Get ready to rock the night away with The James Henry Morgan Gang live at the Kimball...
Trial of a Patriot – New Evening Program
Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg E Duke of Gloucester Street, WilliamsburgTrial of a Patriot – New Evening Program!! Thursday and Saturday Nights at 7:30 PM & 9 PM Capitol General Court Thru November 21See full Schedule visit here. America’s War for Independence...
The Play That Goes Wrong
Williamsburg Players 200 Hubbard Lane, WilliamsburgThe Play That Goes Wrong Williamsburg PlayersFrom October 30 to November 15, 2026 By Jonathan Sayer, Henry Lewis, & Henry ShieldsPresented by special arrangement with Concord TheatricalsDirector: Lisa Velardi Highlights...
Halloween Costume Party
Halloween Costume Party Precarious Beer Project Saturday, October 31 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Free Admission, 18+ strongly encouraged. When the clock strikes 8, the beer starts flowing, the music...
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