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Huge annual events like the Tree Lighting, Skating and Grand Illumination or July 4th Fireworks always bring a crowd but don’t forget about the Haunted Nightly Tours, Musket Range, and the Lighting of the Cressets. Special Ticket Discounts and Promotions too!
- Lighting of the Cressets with Strolling Musicians this Fall on DoG St in Colonial WilliamsburgLighting of the Cressets with Strolling Musicians this Fall on DoG St in Colonial Williamsburg Lighting of the Cressets in Colonial Williamsburg will take place Thursday – Saturday evenings September 28 ...
- Blue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run 2023 – Now RegisteringBlue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run 2023 – Now Registering November 23, 2023 The 5K starts at 8:30 am and the 1 Mile ...
- Halloween Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, October 29 – 31, 2023Halloween Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, October 29 – 31, 2023 Sunday, Oct 29, 2023 from 2 pm – 4 pmMonday Oct 30, 2023 from 2 pm – 4 pmTuesday ...
- Indigenous Short Films (12 short films) from Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival will be shown at Hennage Auditorium at the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg – Event is Free and Open to the PublicIndigenous Short Films (12 short films) from Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival will be shown at Hennage Auditorium at the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg – Event is Free and Open ...
- Rockefeller’s Speakeasy with Good Shot Judy – Thursday, Oct 5 at 6 pm on the Social TerraceRockefeller’s Speakeasy with Good Shot Judy – Thursday, Oct 5 at 6 pm – 9 pm on the Social Terrace This is an event not to miss! Flappers and Dapper Dans ...
- Fall Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn – booking for three days in Sept 2023Williamsburg Inn – Fall Afternoon Tea – perfect afternoon delight! Sunday, Sept. 17 | Monday, Sept. 18 | Tuesday, Sept. 19 | from 2 pm – 4 pmEnjoy a lovely ...
- Williamsburg Farmers Market – Saturdays from 8 am to noonWilliamsburg Farmers MarketSaturday, September 30, 2023 from 8 am to noon! Spend Saturday morning strolling the streets of Colonial Williamsburg and shopping. Over 45 of the area’s top vendors will be ...
- Events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including the Hennage Auditorium – September 2023Events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including live theatre in the Hennage Auditorium Colonial Williamsburg has amazing programming at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg & Hennage Auditorium (located ...
- Constitution Day 2023 Colonial Williamsburg – Sunday, September 17Constitution Day LIVE Concert FREE Event – Sunday, September 17 at 6 p.m. On the Art Museums Lawn. Colonial Williamsburg celebrates the signing of the U.S. Constitution with a ...
- Designer in Residence House Tours at Colonial Williamsburg highlighting the Historic Nelson-Galt House featuring work of designer Heather Chadduck HillegasDesigner in Residence House Tours highlighting the Historic Nelson-Galt House featuring work of designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas Attend a house tour on the following dates:Sunday, September 3, 2023Sunday, October 8, 2023 The WILLIAMSBURG brand is ...
- Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Pirates, Witches and Cressets…Oh, my!Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Yes, there is a night life in CW Add a Little Drama to Your Nightlife! There is a night life in Colonial Williamsburg with their ...
- Sunday Brunch in the Williamsburg Inn & Williamsburg Lodge!Sunday Brunch at Colonial Williamsburg is weekly in two different restaurants. What better way to gather the family than a Sunday Brunch (that you don’t have to cook or clean up ...
- Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days September 9 – 24, 2023Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days 2023! Colonial Williamsburg Fall Homeschool Days Colonial Williamsburg invites homeschoolers and their families to experience revolutionary educational opportunities. Discover history brought to life and meet the people who contributed ...
- Merchants Square Fall Sidewalk Sale, Friday Sept 8 – Sunday, Sept 10, 2023.Don’t Miss the Fall Sidewalk Sale in Merchants Square, Williamsburg Merchants Square Fall Sidewalk Sale Dates & Times:Fri, Sept 8, 2023 – 10:00am – 5:00pmSat, Sept 9, 2023 – ...
- 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 ...
- Colonial Williamsburg Discounts on Tickets and Special OffersColonial Williamsburg Ticket Discounts and Special Offers Looking for Colonial Williamsburg ticket discounts, Jamestown ticket discounts and American Revolution Museum discounts and/or special offers? Well, you have landed on the ...
- Passholders! Call your friends and tell them it’s time for a visit to Colonial Williamsburg. You can get them a ticket for 50% off!! Offer Valid August 1-31, 2023Passholders! Call your friends and tell them it’s time for a visit to Colonial Williamsburg. You can get them a ticket for 50% off!! Offer Valid August 1-31, 2023Passholders (current ...
- 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 ...
- The Ultimate Whiskey Dinning Event with Copper Fox at the Rockefeller Room at the Williamsburg Inn – get your reservation!The Ultimate Whiskey Dinning Event with Copper Fox at the Rockefeller Room at the Williamsburg Inn August 10th at 6 PMRockefeller Room at the Colonial Williamsburg Inn Experience the Ultimate Whiskey Dining ...
- Merchants Square’s Summer Breeze Free Concert Series Line up for Summer 2023Merchants Square’s Summer Breeze Free Concert Series Line up for Summer 2023 on the lawn of the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg The Summer Breeze outdoor concert series are Free Concert ...
- Mark your calendar for the Rockefeller Wine Dinner Series: Summer Bounty with musical artist Travis ColbyRockefeller Wine Dinner Series: Summer Bounty with musical artist Travis Colby The Rockefeller Room, The Williamsburg InnThursday, July 13th, 2023 at 6 p.m. Chef Juli Gutierrez and the Rockefeller Room are proud ...
- Grand Illumination in Colonial Williamsburg December 2023 include Father Christmas, Lighting Cressets, Fireworks and more…Grand Illumination at Colonial Williamsburg for 2023 will be three weekends of illuminations! Grand Illumination is back at Colonial Williamsburg and bigger than ever before on December 2, 9, 16 ...
- Hands-On Workshops at Colonial Williamburg from family friendly Historic Trades to floral decor with design experts…Hands-On Workshops at Colonial Williamburg from family friendly Historic Trades to floral decor with design experts Want to try something new? How about some hands-on workshops at Colonial Williamsburg? Here ...
- EVENT Postponed due to Weather to July 20 – Community Appreciation Day – FREE events & Concert on the Lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial WilliamsburgEVENT Postponed due to Weather to July 20th – Community Appreciation Day FREE events & Concert on the Lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg City of ...
- Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit is coming to Merchant Square on July 7Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit in Merchant Square Wreaths Across America (WAA) is the organization most recognized for placing over 2.7 million veterans’ wreaths at over 3700 locations nationally and ...
- Independence Day Celebrations and 4th of July Fireworks at Colonial Williamsburg 2023 – List of Events!Schedule of Events for July 4 Celebrations and Fireworks in Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg Fireworks start at 9:30 pm. Where is the best place to see July 4th fireworks in Colonial Williamsburg? ...
- Free Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2023 – get your free ticket onlineFree Admission to Colonial Williamsburg on July 4, 2023 – get your free ticket online You don’t need a ticket to see Colonial Williamsburg Fireworks on July 4th BUT they are ...
- Seafood Boil at Sweet Tea & Barley in the Williamsburg Lodge on Saturday July 1 at 6 pm! Get your spot!Seafood Boil at Sweet Tea & Barley in the Williamsburg Lodge on Saturday July 1 at 6 pm! Get your spot! Saturday, July 1, 2023 start the July 4th celebrations with ...
- Williamsburg Live – Three Days of Live Music on the lawn of the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg – June 16 – 19, 2023Williamsburg Live – Three Days of Live Music on the lawn of the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg – June 16 – 19, 2023 Virginia Arts Festival presents Williamsburg Live June ...
- The Juneteenth Sunrise Service, Sunday morning, June 18, at 6 a.m. at the majestic Compton Oak on Market Square North – behind the Court HouseThe Juneteenth Sunrise Service, Sunday morning, June 18, at 6 a.m. at the majestic Compton Oak on Market Square North – behind the Court House Come enjoy an early outdoor service ...
- Juneteenth Events in Colonial Williamsburg including Free Admission on Monday June 19, 2023Juneteenth Events in Colonial Williamsburg Juneteenth marks the emancipation of thousands of enslaved people. Colonial Williamsburg invites you to join them in commemorating Juneteenth with the following special programs. To receive ...
- Juneteenth Events in Williamsburg, Yorktown, Hampton and surrounding areasJuneteenth Events in Williamsburg, JCC & Yorktown, Hampton and beyond in 2023 Juneteenth is a holiday that celebrates emancipation and marks the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth became ...
- July 4th – Shields Tavern Independence Day Buffet – Taking ReservationsAN AMERICAN ORIGINAL: 200 YEARS IN THE MAKING SHIELDS TAVERN – INDEPENDENCE DAY BUFFET11:00AM – 5:00PM This event is your opportunity to secure your pre-paid reservations for a delicious buffet at Shields Tavern. Plan ...
- July 4th at the Social Terrace with Jocelyn Oldham- Enjoy the special menu before the Colonial Williamsburg Fireworks!July 4th at the Social Terrace with Jocelyn Oldham – Enjoy the special menu before the Colonial Williamsburg Fireworks! The Social Terrace is the place to be on July 4th. ...
- Take Dad to brunch at Traditions! They have a special Father’s Day Brunch MenuTake Dad to Brunch at Traditions! They have a special Father’s Day Brunch Menu Date: Sunday June 18, 2023Location: Traditions in Williamsburg LodgeTime: 11 am – 2 pm This Father’s Day ...
- 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 ...
- Lighting of the Cressets returns June 30 & July 1 in Colonial WilliamsburgLighting of the Cressets returns in Colonial Williamsburg The streets become illuminated in a smokey glow that only the Colonial Cressets can create. This event that happens in the Fall ...
- The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center opens in 2025 The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center opens in 2025 The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center will be completed ...
- Memorial Day Storewide Sale (Online Only) at The Shops | Colonial Williamsburg start Wed, May 24 – Mon, May 29, 2023Memorial Day Storewide Sale (Online Only) – The Shops | Colonial Williamsburg (Online Only) starting Wednesday, May 24 – Monday, May 29 Shop online during the Memorial Day Weekend Storewide Sale ...
- Ghost Walk Junior – the Official Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Tours – Put a little “Boo” in Your Night!Ghost Walk Junior Ghost Walk Junior – the Official Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Tours – Put a little “Boo” in Your Night! Ghost Walk Junior – the Official Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Tours – ...
- Drummer’s Call Returns to Colonial Williamsburg May 19-20, 2023 – Free Event is Open to the Public to EnjoyDrummers Call Returns to Colonial Williamsburg May 19-20, 2023 – Free Event is Open to the Public to Enjoy Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes & Drums, along with fife and drum units from ...
- Summer’s Bounty Afternoon Tea at Colonial Williamsburg – June 22 – 24, 2023Summer’s Bounty Afternoon Tea at Colonial Williamsburg Inn June 22 – 24, 2023Williamsburg InnReservation Times: 2:00pm | 2:15pm | 2:30pm Come and enjoy the fine tradition of Afternoon Tea at The Williamsburg ...
- Mother’s Day Brunch at Christiana Campbells – Special Chef Created Menu – Learn more:You did it Dad! You got Mom and the kids out for a delicious brunch where Mom will be the center of attention! Celebrate Mother’s Day in the 18th ...
- Book today! There is a Mother’s Day Brunch at the Williamsburg InnWILLIAMSBURG INN: MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH Looking for a wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch? The Williamsburg Inn has a special one… Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 10:00 am – 1:30 pm Looking for an amazing ...
- Sale Offers and Discounts on Colonial Williamsburg HotelsIf you are visiting Williamsburg why wouldn’t you stay at one of the amazing Colonial Williamsburg Resort hotels especially if there are great discounts? And before you book, make ...
- Spa Offerings at The Spa in Colonial Williamsburg – April – JuneSpa Offerings at The Spa in Colonial Williamsburg – April thru June 2023 90 Minute Body Treatments 60 MIN $225 Leave winters dryness behind with a body scrub that is will also ...
- Memorial Day Weekend Events at Colonial WilliamsburgMemorial Day Weekend Events at Colonial Williamsburg & Free Admission for Military! Organ & Voice Recital: Memorial Day Commemorations Saturday, May 27 from 8 – 9 PM at Bruton Parish Church. Enjoy ...
- Junior Golf Program – Registering Now – Colonial Williamsburg Green CourseJunior Golf Program – Registering Now – at Colonial Williamsburg Green Course JUNIOR CLINIC SERIESAges 7-154:00pm – 5:00pmEach session includes 5 clinicsRate: $109 per child per session AVAILABLE SESSION:Session 3: June 20, June ...
- Eddie Arning: Artist Exhibit opens May 6, 2023Eddie Arning: Artist Exhibit opens May 6, 2023 at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg The bold and colorful art of Eddie Arning immediately captures one’s attention. The artist’s drawings in ...
- Stables Behind-The-Scenes animal tour at Colonial WilliamsburgBits and Bridle behinds the scenes animal tour at Colonial Williamsburg These one hour tours are offered daily (except on Sundays) at 1 pm through Nov 22, 2023Treat the animal lover ...
- Intersections – Street Theatre Returns to Colonial Williamsburg (Free and Open to the Public)Intersections – Street Theatre Returns to Colonial Williamsburg Wednesday through Sunday weekly through November 22, 2023 Runs April 26 – Nov 22, 2023 at 10 am – 10:25 am – ...
- Adam’s Garden is a sweet little garden in the heart of WilliamsburgAdams Garden at William & Mary Adams Garden, framed by a white picket fence, is a sweet little garden located at the corner of Richmond Road and N. Boundary Street across ...
- Where to find the lambs in Colonial WilliamsburgPHOTO: W Reynolds Photography The Lambs are out in Colonial Williamsburg…but where? It happens every spring – baby lambkins are born in Colonial Williamsburg. Lambs stumbling across the fields they are ...
- CW Lights a Palace Garden Glow Event at Colonial Williamsburg a must see event for the whole family – March 31 – April 22, 2023!Colonial Williamsburg Lights a Palace Garden Glow Event returns March 31 – April 22, 2023 from 8 pm – 10:00 pm Less than two weeks left! Colonial Williamsburg Lights a Palace Garden ...
- Kids Eat Free & 4th Night Free for a Spring Break Vacation in Colonial WilliamsburgSpecial Kids Eat Free, 4th Night Free Offer at Colonial Williamsburg – March 24 through May 31, 2023 Stay 3 or More Nights, Get the 4th Night Free, Plus Kids Eat ...
- Williamsburg Artist Group – Art Sale at Bruton Parish House – April 14 & 15, 2023Williamsburg Artists Group to Hold Sale at Bruton Parish House on April 14 & 15, 2023 The Williamsburg Artists Group will hold its spring sale at Bruton Parish House in Colonial ...
- Taste Studio: Easter Bake Sale at Colonial Williamsburg!Taste Studio: Easter Bake Sale at Colonial Williamsburg! Take the stress out of Easter baking and get your baked goodies at the Colonial Williamsburg’s Taste Studio Bake Sale! Colonial Williamsburg is ...
- 76th Annual Garden Symposium is registering – April 27 – 30Colonial Williamsburg’s 76th Annual Garden Symposium Explores History, Horticulture and Archaeology, April 27-30 English garden designer Lady Xa Tallemarche to deliver opening keynote Registration is open for The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s 76th annual ...
- Easter Brunch at the King’s Arms Tavern – April 9Easter Brunch at the King’s Arms Tavern – April 9, 2023 Start a new family tradition! Enjoy Easter brunch at King’s Arms Tavern where you will make memories with family ...
- Easter Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn – April 6 – 8, 2023Easter Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn – April 6 – 8, 2023 Enjoy a delightful afternoon with friends and loved ones while indulging in the fine tradition of Afternoon Tea ...
- Easter Brunch at the Williamsburg Inn on Sunday, April 9 from 10 am to 1:30 pmBring the family for a very special Easter Brunch at the Williamsburg Inn April 9, 202310 am – 1:30 pm Spring is in the air and Chef has crafted a menu to ...
- Easter Groaning Board at the Williamsburg Lodge! – A Perfect Family Tradition!Easter Groaning Board at the Williamsburg Lodge! Easter, Sunday April 9, 202311:00 am – 2:00 pm The Groaning Board, Colonial Williamsburg’s family style dinner (an early dinner from 11 am to 2 ...
- The 2023 Public Archaeology Institute (PAI) – Summer Archaeology Camp for Teens at Colonial Williamsburg – deadline for application March 15, 2023The 2023 Public Archaeology Institute (PAI) – Summer Archaeology Camp for Teens at Colonial Williamsburg Do you have a budding archaeologist in the family? New this summer, the Public Archaeology Institute ...
- Get Golf Ready Group Clinics – Learn to Play Golf! $149 for 5 lessonsAVAILABLE SESSIONS:Session 1: April 3, April 4, April 5, April 6, April 10Session 2: April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9, May 15 Only $149 includes: 5 One-hour Group Golf Lessons ...
- Spring Military Golf Invitational – March 10 & 11 – Learn More:Deadline to register is March 7th! Come and participate in the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club 2-day team event: Spring Military Invitational on March 11 & 12 This tournament will consist ...
- Discovery Lab at Custis SquareDiscovery Lab at Custis Square Archaeologists are in the midst of a 5-year project investigating the Williamsburg home of Virginia plantation owner and statesman, John Custis IV. Visit the Custis Square Archaeology ...
- Top things to do in Williamsburg VA in March 2023Top things to do in Williamsburg VA in March 2023 There are quite a few annual events that fall in March that locals and visitors will enjoy. Plus we have ...
- Colonial Williamsburg is expanding their Youth Volunteer ProgramsColonial Williamsburg is expanding their Youth Volunteer Programs. Youth Interpreters are recruited each year during our Expo. The Expos inform parents and children of the different youth interpreter opportunities available ...
- Valentine’s Dinner at Sweet Tea & Barley – Fri – Mon, Feb 11 – 14th from 5 p m – 9 pm !Valentine’s Dinner at Sweet Tea & Barley – Feb 10, 11 & 14th from 5 pm – 9 pm Looking for the perfect spot to book a Valentines Dinner this ...
- Hearts & Arrows Dinner at the Williamsburg Inn – Valentine’s Date Night Dinner! Nightly Fri – Mon, Feb 11 – 14Hearts & Arrows Dinner at the Williamsburg Inn – Valentine’s Date Night Dinner! Nightly: Fri – Tues, Feb 10 – 14, 2023 from 5 pm – 8 pm The Valentine’s weekend ...
- Presidents Day weekend at Colonial WilliamsburgPresidents Day weekend at Colonial Williamsburg – February 17 – 20, 2023 This year, take advantage of the long weekend to visit the place where it all began, Colonial Williamsburg! Before ...
- President’s Day Weekend Things to Do in WilliamsburgPresident’s Day Weekend 2023 -Things to Do in Williamsburg Got kids who are out of school this President’s Day. Here are a bunch of fun things to do including a ...
- Registration for the 75th Annual Antiques Forum closes on February 5, 2023!Registration for the 75th Annual Antiques Forum closes on February 5, 2023! Dress Like It’s 1949! for the forum closing dinner – or even the whole event! This year’s program will honor ...
- Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea runs Friday, February 10 through Sunday, February 12, 2023 – hurry there are a few spots left!Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea runs Friday, February 10 through Sunday, February 12, 2023 – hurry there are a few spots left! Afternoon Tea on February 10th – 12th at 2:00 PM ...
- The Bray School, one of the first schools for Black students in North America is moving to its new location on Feb 10, 2023Lost in plain sight. The Bray School The Bray School, one of the first schools for Black students in North America is moving to its new location on Feb 10, 2023 On ...