Attractions
Looking for attractions and things to do in the Williamsburg, Yorktown area? Below are links to Colonial Williamsburg events, Yorktown events and Busch Gardens & Water Country USA events and discounts. If you are new to the area or just here for a visit the pages below will help you plan your fun time!
Bier Fest at Busch Gardens with more than 80+ Craft Beers & BBQ
Bier Fest at Busch Gardens! 80+ Craft Brew Selections and Food Offerings Bier Fest at Busch Gardens has become an end-of-summer tradition at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg, satisfying a wide range of…
Golden Horseshoe Junior Golf Camp 2026 – August 18 – 21, 2026
Golden Horseshoe Junior Golf Camp 2026 – August 18 – 21, 2026 Open to junior golfers ages 8-15. All skill levels.August 18 – 21, 20269:00am – 11:00am PGA Professional instruction…
Merchants Square’s Free Concert Series
Merchants Square’s Concert Series for Summer 2026 is back on DoG (Duke of Gloucester St.) in the heart of Merchants Square! The Merchant Square Concert Series: A Season of Unforgettable…
Sounds of Summer Concert Series (FREE) at the Riverwalk, Yorktown – First Concert Kicks off May 21!
Summer in Yorktown means live music, dancing feet, and Thursday nights on the Riverwalk Landing! 🌅🎶
Yorktown’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series is a free, outdoor waterfront tradition filled with Beach…
Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market open Saturdays from 8 am to noon
Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market 2026 Start off your Saturday with baked goods, fresh-cut flowers, handmade soaps and candles, impressive artwork, fresh produce and meats at Yorktown Market Days Farmers…
Celebrate July 4th in Yorktown: Parade, Live Music, Fireworks & More!
Things to Do on July 4th in Yorktown! UPDATE: Due to the anticipated heat advisory, several afternoon activities planned for Yorktown’s July 4th celebration have been rescheduled or canceled. The…
4th of July Fireworks at Colonial Williamsburg 2026 plus List of Events
This year, in celebration of our 250 Anniversary, there will be a HUGE celebration behind the Courthouse that will be broadcast on PBS across the nation. It will include special…
Limited Time Special Offer for Busch Gardens Waves of Honor and Admission for Veterans*
Looking for Military Discounts for Busch Gardens & Water Country USA tickets for 2026? Busch Gardens is saying “Thank You!” To show their appreciation for those who have served our…
Where to Eat in Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2026
Where to Eat in Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2026 With their free admission ticket offer – it just makes sense to come spend the day in Colonial Williamsburg for…
Free Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2026 – get your free ticket online
Free Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2026 – get your free ticket online You don’t need a ticket to see Colonial Williamsburg Fireworks or the Drone Show or…
Busch Gardens Fourth of July Sale on Tickets, Fun Cards and Memberships
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Fourth of July Ticket Sales We always like to tell you when the best deals are and this is it! The Fourth of July Sale is has…
Freedom’s Paradox – Tour at Colonial Williamsburg
Freedom’s Paradox – Tour at Colonial Williamsburg Peyton Randolph HouseJune 18 – 21 from 10:30 am, 1:30 pm (on June 19 there is also a 3:30 pm show) Freedom’s Paradox…
Juneteenth Events from June 18 – 21, in Colonial Williamsburg including Free Admission on Friday, June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Events from June 18 – 21, in Colonial Williamsburg including Free Admission on Friday, June 19, 2026
The Juneteenth Sunrise Service, Sunday, June 21 at 7 am – Williamsburg Lodge Colonial Williamsburg
The Juneteenth Sunrise Service
Sunday, June 21, at 7 am
Williamsburg Lodge – Colonial Williamsburg
Memorial Day Weekend Events at Colonial Williamsburg
Memorial Day Weekend Events at Colonial Williamsburg & Free Admission for Military! Memorial Day Weekend FREE Admission to Colonial Williamsburg For Military* On Armed Forces Day, Colonial Williamsburg honors the…
Burgers and Bourbon: A Juneteenth and Father’s Day Event on June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth and Father’s Day with a special Burgers and Bourbon dinner he won’t forget at Traditions in the Williamsburg Lodge. Enjoy chef-curated burger sliders and tasting of select…
Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2026
Yorktown Trolley Operating Schedule 2026 The FREE Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, it is air-conditioned, (and heated), just in time for an exciting lineup of…
Colonial Williamsburg Good Neighbor Pass is on SALE for June 2026
Colonial Williamsburg’s Good Neighbor Pass is on sale for $17.76 for the month of June!
We love it when this happens and it is happening this month – Colonial Williamsburg…
Water Country USA Opens for the 2026 Season
Water Country USA Opening for the 2026 Season Get ready to make a splash because Water Country USA Virginia’s largest water park officially kicks off its 2026 season this weekend…
Where to eat for Father’s Day Brunch & Dinner in Colonial Williamsburg
Celebrate Father’s Day in Colonial Williamsburg with great food and timeless charm. Treat Dad to a steak dinner at the Williamsburg Inn, a relaxed brunch at Traditions, or a classic…
Drummer’s Call Returns to Colonial Williamsburg May 29 – 31, 2026 – Free Event is Open to the Public to Enjoy
Drummers Call Returns to Colonial Williamsburg May 29 – 31, 2026 – Free Event is Open to the Public to Enjoy Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes & Drums, along with fife and…
Local Residents enjoy free admission every day at Jamestown Settlement & the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Don’t forget if you are a local resident you may get free admission! Local Residents enjoy free admission every day at Jamestown Settlement & the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown…
Lighting of the Cressets with Strolling Musicians on DoG St in Colonial Williamsburg
Lighting of the Cressets with Strolling Musicians on DoG St in Colonial Williamsburg Lighting of the Cressets in Colonial Williamsburg will take place on the following dates FREE and open…
Boots, Brews & BBQ Festival
Get ready for an afternoon that’s lager than life at the Yorktown waterfront, where you can enjoy craft beer from over 30 breweries, mouthwatering BBQ, and live blues music at…
Art at the River – Annual Juried Art Show will return to Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown Sunday, May 3
Art at the River is coming for it’s 13th Annual show on Sunday May 3 at the Yorktown Riverfront 12th Annual Art at the River – May 3, 2026On Sunday,…
What Visitors Should Know About Colonial Williamsburg’s Bowling Green Project
An inside look at Colonial Williamsburg, the Garden Club of Virginia, and Nelson Byrd Woltz’s Bowling Green Restoration Project What Is the Bowling Green? The Bowling Green is a lawn-like…
Merchants Square Spring Sidewalk Sale, Williamsburg – April 24-26, 2026
Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, accessories, and fashion for the whole family at this year’s Fall Sidewalk Sale. Plus, enjoy outdoor dining with a delicious selection of savory foods you won’t find…
Pirate Invasion comes to Yorktown – Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26, 2026
Get ready for a plunder-filled day of shopping at Yorktown Market Days’ Pirate Invasion Market. This special two-day event brings swashbucklers and scallywags to Riverwalk Landing, so be on the…
Sister Cities French Market in Yorktown – April 18th – Learn more…
Sister Cities French Market in Yorktown – April 18th – from 8 AM – 3 PM 🥐Are you looking for a 𝒐𝒖𝒊 bit of fun this weekend? 🥐 It’s one…
York County History Day Saturday, April 11, 2026
York County History Day Saturday, April 11, 2026 📅 York County History Day 🗓 Saturday, April 11, 2026📍 Various locations in Yorktown: Come for a celebration of York County History. This event…
Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Pirates, Witches and Cressets…Oh, my!
Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Yes, there is a night life in CW We love Winter when these amazing programs in Colonial Williamsburg return! Add a little drama to…
Busch Gardens Kids’ Weekends every Saturday & Sunday, March 21 – April 19
Spring weekends just got more fun at Busch Gardens Williamsburg! 🌸🎢
Bring the family to Kids’ Weekends (March 21–April 19) for storytime with Sesame Street characters, a colorful flower maze, and…
Busch Gardens St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – March 12-17, 2026
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Busch Gardens®! Enjoy special entertainment, tasty Irish-themed food and drinks, and thrilling roller coasters and attractions to make this holiday unforgettable. The park will be…
‘Military Through the Ages’ Returns to Jamestown Settlement – Saturday & Sunday, March 21-22
Step into centuries of military history at Military Through the Ages, returning for a two-day event on March 21–22 at Jamestown Settlement. Experience living history as hundreds of reenactors portray…
Top things to do in Williamsburg VA in March 2026
March is packed with things to do around Williamsburg! 🐇 From the Women’s History Month Terrace Room Dinner series and the return of 2nd Sundays to local school musicals, concerts,…
Visiting the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg with Kids! Admission is now FREE for everyone!
The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg now have FREE admission for everyone! Ok. So you are visiting Colonial Williamsburg, or maybe you live here and you have never visited the…
Stables Behind-The-Scenes animal tour at Colonial Williamsburg
Stables Behind-The-Scenes animal tour at Colonial Williamsburg Daily from 1 – 2 pm Treat the animal lover in your life to this one-hour walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stables…
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days – September 5 – 20, 2026
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days 2026 Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days Fall – February 28 – March 8, 2026 Colonial Williamsburg invites homeschoolers and their families to experience revolutionary educational opportunities. Discover history…
Spring Military Golf Invitational – March 7 & 8, 2026 – Learn More:
2026 Golden Horseshoe Spring Military Invitational March 7-8, 2026 SPRING MILITARY INVITATIONALGreen Course March 7, 2026 and Gold Course March 8, 202610:00AM SHOTGUN START BOTH DAYSREGISTER COMPETITION: 36-Holes of Stroke Play…
Presidents Day weekend at Colonial Williamsburg
Presidents Day weekend at Colonial Williamsburg – February 13 – 16, 2026 Presidents Weekend events at Colonial Williamsburg! This year, take advantage of the long weekend to visit the place…
Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea runs Wednesday, February 11 through Saturday, February 14 – hurry there are a few spots left!
Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea runs Wednesday, February 11 through Saturday, February 14 – hurry there are a few spots left! Enjoy a delightful afternoon with your Valentine and friends while…
Yorktown’s Winter Markets 2026
❄️ Yorktown Market Days’ award-winning farmers market is now open year-round, with cozy Winter Markets on select Saturdays in February and March!🧺
Shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on February…
Tailgate Tournament – Sunday, February 8, 2026 – Gold Course at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
Tailgate Tournament – Sunday, February 8, 2026Sunday, February 8, 2026 | GOLD COURSE | 10:00AM On Super Bowl Sunday, every yard matters. Before the pros march down the field, bring your…
2026 Special Event Dates in Colonial Williamsburg
2026 is a milestone year at Colonial Williamsburg! Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary and the Foundation’s 100th Anniversary with unforgettable events. From 18th-century craftsmanship and gardens to outdoor concerts, Independence Day…
Calling all artists! “Art at the River” is taking artists submission through Feb 1, 2026
Art at the River 2026 is taking artist application for the 12th Annual Art at the River Juried Art Show 📥 Key Deadlines: 13th Annual Art at the River Juried…
Liberty Ice Pavilion Outdoor Ice Skating in Colonial Williamsburg 2025 / 2026 Season
Liberty’s Ice Pavilion Outdoor Ice Skating Rink in Colonial Williamsburg – open daily November 21, 2025, through February 28, 2026 Liberty Ice Pavilion will be open daily from November 21,…
Winter Blues Jazz Festival is January 16 – 19! Get your tickets!
Winter Blues Jazz Festival in Williamsburg The four-day Winter Blues Jazz Fest is back for the 12th year presented by CultureFix. This year the festival will be held January 16…
Where to Dine in Colonial Williamsburg for New Year’s Eve and Day
Looking for the perfect place to dine in Colonial Williamsburg this Christmas? From festive brunches at the Williamsburg Lodge to cozy, historic tavern dinners, there’s something special for every taste…
Toyland Parade & Mistletoe Market in Yorktown on Saturday December 13
Toyland Parade & Mistletoe Market in Yorktown Saturday December 13 from 9 am to 3 pm The Historic Yorktown waterfront transforms into a Christmas wonderland for the final Yorktown Market…
Lighted Boat Parade in Yorktown on Saturday December 6
Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade Watch as a fleet of decorated boats navigate around the York River and compete for best in show on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 6 –…
Come to Merchants Square for the Annual Tree Lighting – Saturday, Nov 29 at 5:00 pm
Start a Family Tradition Come to Merchants Square for the Annual Community Tree Lighting! November 29, 2025 | 5:00 PMDuke of Gloucester StreetLight Up Your Holiday Season 🎄✨ Kick Off…
Colonial Williamsburg’s Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale 2025
Colonial Williamsburg Black Friday and Cyber Monday – it runs Nov 25 – Dec 2, 2025 The best sale of the year at Colonial Williamsburg is HERE! Find Colonial Williamsburg…
2025 Community Christmas Tree Lighting in Colonial Williamsburg – Free & Open to the Public
Community Christmas Tree Lighting in Colonial Williamsburg – Free & Open to the Public Community Christmas Tree Lighting Colonial Williamsburg Thurday, December 4, 20255 PM – 5:30 PM begins at…
Where to Dine for Thanksgiving Dinner in Colonial Williamsburg
Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Thanksgiving in Colonial Williamsburg? This year, guests can choose from a variety of special dining experiences. From elegant fine dining and festive buffets…
Where to Dine in Colonial Williamsburg for Grand Illumination
Looking for a festive place to dine during Grand Illumination weekend in Colonial Williamsburg? Enjoy seasonal favorites at some of the Historic Area’s most beloved taverns and restaurants. Choose a…
Yorktown Christmas Market on Main – December 6 & 7 – Yes, Santa will be there!
Christmas Market on Main in Yorktown – Yes, Santa will be there! Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. to 3 p. m.Sunday, December 7 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Location:…
An Enchanted Evening on Main Street in Historic Yorktown – Friday, December 12, 2025
An Enchanted Evening on Main Street in Historic Yorktown An Enchanted Evening on Main Street Friday, December 12, 2025 from 5 – 9 p.m.Historic Main Street, Yorktown Get ready for…
Grand Illumination in Colonial Williamsburg December 2025 include Lighting Cressets, Fireworks and more…
Grand Illumination at Colonial Williamsburg for 2025 will be three weekends of illuminations! Grand Illumination at Colonial Williamsburg is the quintessential holiday event not to miss, and you have three…
Cookies with Santa in Yorktown at York Hall – Dec. 7 – FREE – Bring Your Camera!
Cookies with Santa – FREE event! Sunday, December 7 from 1 – 4 p.m.Location: Gallery at York Hall – Main Street The Gallery at York Hall is excited to host…
Colonial Williamsburg Decorated Wreath Sales – get wreaths for your home that are made as the ones in CW
Colonial Williamsburg Wreath Sale 2025 Don’t miss your chance to buy a Williamsburg-style wreath made by the same designers that create the decorations that adorn Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area during…
Holiday & Christmas Events in Yorktown – December 2025
Holiday and Christmas Events in Yorktown December 2025 December is a special time of year with many traditions that we look forward to all year. Yorktown is known for putting…
Yorktown Christmas Tree Lighting and Procession! Santa will be there too!
UPDATE 12/03/25: **CANCELED** The Christmas Tree Lighting, scheduled for Friday, December 5, has been canceled due to forecasted inclement weather and will not be rescheduled Christmas Tree Lighting – Victory…
Something different to do at night. Haunted Williamsburg at Colonial Williamsburg
Want 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 Williamsburg…
Veteran’s Day and Weekend Events at Colonial Williamsburg – November 7-11
All active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents will still receive free admission to the Historic Area during this Veterans Day Weekend from November 7-11…
Chowderfest is back! Get your tickets for Saturday November 8 with live music by Skinner Box
Chowderfest is back! Get your tickets for Saturday November 8 with live music by Skinner Box Chowderfest 2025Saturday, November 8 at 7 pmLegacy Hall in New TownGET TICKETS HERE Welcome…
Free Admission for Veterans & Active Duty Military and their direct dependents to Colonial Williamsburg for Veterans Day Weekend Nov 7 – 11
Free Admission for Veterans & Active Duty Military and their direct dependents to Colonial Williamsburg for Veterans Day Weekend Nov 7 – 11 Colonial Williamsburg continues its tradition of honoring…
Christmas Town Ticket Sale $29.99 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Visit our affiliate link for Busch Gardens for these offers! Christmas Town Ticket Sale $29.99 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg 2025 Get your 29.99 single day tickets to Christmas Town It’s…
2025 Halloween Scramble – Costume Contest and Golf – The Green Course!
2025 Halloween Scramble – Costume Contest and Golf – The Green Course! Halloween ScrambleSunday, October 26th – 12pm – ShotgunGreen CourseClick here to sign up! Golf just got spooky—enter if…
Blue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run 2025 – Now Registering
Blue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run 2025 – Now Registering Register for 2025 Blue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run Outside…
Yorktoberfest at Riverwalk Landing Yorktown – October 26
Yorktoberfest Riverwalk Landing Yorktown Sunday, October 26, 202512 pm – 5:30 pmRiverwalk Landing, 401 Water Street Sample more than 40 beers (unlimited tastings), ciders, and more, from Coastal Virginia at this…
Maritime Market Festival – Yorktown Market Days on November 8 & 9
Maritime Market Festival – Yorktown Market Days Saturday, November 8 & Sunday, November 9, 20259 a.m. to 3 p.m.Riverwalk Landing It is the Annual Maritime Market at Yorktown Market Days…
Fall for Afternoon Tea at Colonial Williamsburg – November 13 – 15 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm
Fall Afternoon Tea at Colonial Williamsburg Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg InnThursday, November 13 – Saturday, November 15, 2025Reservation Times: Tea Time: 2 pm – 3:30 pmFor reservations, please call 1-844-714-3205 Enjoy…
Yorktown Day – Sunday, October 19, 2025
Yorktown Day – Sunday, October 19, 2025 Huzzah! Join in the festivities to commemorate the Siege of Yorktown in 1781 and the Revolutionary War victory that paved the way for…
Yorktown Victory Celebration
Yorktown Victory Celebration October 18 & 19, 2025 at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Celebrate America’s momentous 1781 Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown on October 18 &19 with artillery firings,…
Halloween Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, October 29 – 31
Halloween Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, October 29 – 31, 2025 Wednesday, October 29 from 2 pm – 3:30 pmThursday, October 30 from 2 pm – 3:30 pmFriday, October…
