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Household Chemical / Computer Recycling Collections

Household Chemical / Computer Recycling Collections
York County - Household Chemical Collections and Computer Recycling 105 Service Drive, Yorktown

VPPSA accepts a variety of paints, fuels, solvents, pesticides, automotive products and other chemicals from residents of Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Hampton and Poquoson. Proof of residency may be required. Rain or shine. List of Acceptable Materials List of Unacceptable Materials Click HERE for 2026 brochure 2026 Dates:March 14May 9September 12November 14

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Yorktown Market Days – Maritime Festival

Yorktown Market Days
Riverwalk Landing 331 Water Street, Yorktown

Anchors aweigh! ⚓🌊
Yorktown’s Maritime Festival is back with seafood, live music, and maritime-themed art. Meet pirates, explore local marine life, and take home treasures that any sailor would love.
It’s a fun-filled day that’ll have you hooked on waterfront living!
☔ If the weather turns, the market moves to the lower level of the Water Street Parking Terrace.
🚌 The free, ADA-accessible Yorktown Trolley runs starting at 11 a.m.
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📅Nov. 14, 2026
🕒9 AM - 3 PM
📍Riverwalk Landing

Christmas-Bazaar

Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar

King of Glory Lutheran Church 4897 Longhill Road, Williamsburg

There will be Viking re-enactors outside and over 30 vendors inside selling Scandinavian crafts, gift items, and food. The Norge Norsemen Lodge hosts a Norwegian Bakery that sells homemade Norwegian cakes, cookies, and breads including Julekake, Krasnsekake, Krumkadke and more. This popular annual event sponsored by the local Sons of Norway Norge Norsemen Lodge will...

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Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown 200 Water Street, Route 1020, Yorktown

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

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Maritime Heritage and Sea Shanty Festival

Historic Main Street Yorktown 301 Main Street, Yorktown

Maritime Heritage and Sea Shanty Festival Historic Main Street Yorktown Saturday, November 14 from 9 am - 5 pm Set sail for a lively sea shanty festival on Historic Main Street! Enjoy an unforgettable day filled with local artists, live music, a community folk jam, a children’s puppet show, and plenty more family-friendly fun. Bring...

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Bassett Trace Nature Trail Guided Tour

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 Virginia's wildlife and native habitats with Colonial Williamsburg Master Naturalist volunteers! 🦌🌸 They will be your guides, sharing fascinating facts about the flora and fauna...

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Monthly Litter Cleanup

Monthly Litter Cleanup
York River State Park 9801 York River Park Road, Williamsburg

Join rangers at York River State Park to give a bit of your time and help maintain the beauty of York River. Locations for litter pickup vary month to month. Cleanup supplies and tools will be provided! Parking fees are waived for volunteers when visiting the park to volunteer. Register to allow us to create a...

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Bookmobile: What’s Cooking?

WRL Bookmobile FunFest
Abram Frink Jr. Community Center 8901 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg

Celebrate the flavors of autumn with a delicious hands-on, no-bake cooking adventure! Young chefs will learn to measure, mix, layer, and create as they make their own Pie-in-a-Cup and tasty Caramel Apple Nachos. Along the way, participants will practice basic kitchen skills, explore different ingredients, and discover how easy it can be to create yummy...

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Stitching Open House

Muscarelle Museum of Art 603 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg

Stitching Open House Muscarelle Museum of ArtSaturday, November 14, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PM Come build your community! The Williamsburg Rose & Thistle Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America invites you to join us for a time to stitch. No embroidery experience is required or expected! Come and learn to stitch—we do all forms...

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Free admission for Centennial Day at Colonial Williamsburg – get free ticket

Colonial Williamsburg's Visitor Center 101 Visitor Center Dr, Williamsburg

Free admission for Centennial Day at Colonial Williamsburg November 14, 2026Get free tickets HERE In celebration of its Centennial, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is offering free admission to the Historic Area on November 14 from 10 AM – 5 PM. To receive complimentary admission, please add your free tickets to your cart. Valid November 14,...

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Holiday Open House – Monkee’s of Williamsburg

Holiday Open House – Monkee’s of Williamsburg
Monkee's Of Williamsburg 103 B North Boundary Street, Williamsburg

Holiday Open House - Monkee's of Williamsburg Saturday, November 14 from 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday November 15 from 12 - 5 pm Holiday Open House!! They are having an amazing contest where you can win $100 Monkee's Gift Card a month for a YEAR. There will be on-site embroidery cart Merch the Moment (bring your own items...

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Heartfulness Meditation

Heartfulness Meditation
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, Williamsburg

Heartfulness Meditation James City County Library10:30 am - 11:30 am Join us for a free monthly session introducing Heartfulness meditation, a simple heart-centered practice that supports relaxation, clarity, and overall well-being. Each session includes a short talk on a different topic related to meditation, followed by guided relaxation and meditation. Beginners are welcome and no...

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Yoga at the Muscarelle

Yoga at the Muscarelle
Muscarelle Museum of Art 603 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg

Find your flow surrounded by inspiration! The second Saturday of each month, join us for a free, 60-minute yoga session at the Muscarelle led by volunteer Lisa Cleckley. Designed for all experience levels, this hatha session offers a foundational yoga practice balancing body and mind through postures (asanas) and breathwork (pranayama).  Limited to 30 people. Registration is required; Reserve your ticket. Participants...

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Preschool Dance Party

Preschool Dance Party
Stryker Center 412 N Boundary Street, Williamsburg

What do you get when you add balloons and bubbles to music? A fantastic preschool dance party! Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an exciting hour of songs, movement, and just plain fun. Parents, it’s a great time for you to share your best moves with your little ones!

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Book signing event with Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander, PhD.

Colonial Williamsburg Bookstore 440 West Duke Of Gloucester Street, 2nd Floor, Williamsburg

book signing event with Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander, PhD. Saturday, November 14st, 12 pm - 2 pmColonial Williamsburg Bookstore Join us for a free book signing event with Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander, PhD. Newby-Alexander is a Professor of Virginia Black History and Culture at Norfolk State University and the author of First Baptist Church of Williamsburg. A History...

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Christmas Town at Busch Gardens

Christmas Town at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg

Christmas Town at Busch Gardens The holidays shine brightest as Busch Gardens® Christmas Town™ returns on select dates from November 13 through January 3, 2027. The world’s most beautiful theme park transforms with over 10 million twinkling lights in one of the largest light displays in North America. Enjoy heartwarming holiday shows and experience over 25...

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Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour

Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour
Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets, Williamsburg

Stables 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 some of our animals, discuss their care, and may see a carriage get hitched.  CW Admission + $8 Event Ticket More info & tickets

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B.A.R.K. Ranger Dog Hike

B.A.R.K. Ranger Dog Hike
York River State Park 9801 York River Park Road, Williamsburg

Bring your four legged friend for a ranger lead walk in the park and have your pup be certified as an official York River State Park B.A.R.K. Ranger. Learn about dog trail etiquette and basic outdoor pet safety before departing on a 1.5 mile hike. All dogs must remain on leash for the duration of...

State-of-Society

State of Society

State of Society
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, Williamsburg

State 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 independence. Day Pass, CW Annual Membership or Good Neighbor Pass. More Info

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Mario Kart Tournament

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, Williamsburg

Race to victory in a Mario Kart tournament. 1st place wins a prize! For ages 9-18. No registration required. The tournament will begin promptly, latecomers cannot be guaranteed a spot..

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The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong
Williamsburg Players 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg

The 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 From Mischief, Broadway masters of comedy, comes this smash-hit farce. Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at...

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Beat the Retreat

Beat the Retreat
Guardhouse 102 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

As 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

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A Toast to the Next 100

Market Square North 101 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

🎉 Colonial Williamsburg is turning 100!
Celebrate this incredible milestone on November 14 at A Toast to the Next 100—an unforgettable evening featuring hors d'oeuvres, handcrafted cocktails and meaningful fellowship as we honor Colonial Williamsburg’s rich legacy and look ahead to its next century.
The signature evening culminates with reserved seating for exclusive evening programming and a spectacular fireworks finale! 🎆
It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets!

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Winter Lantern Festival

Winter Lantern Festival
Jamestown Settlement 2110 Jamestown Road, Route 31, Williamsburg

Winter Lantern Festival Jamestown SettlementDates: November 6, 2026 – January 3, 2026 (Thursdays-Sundays but see full list of date and exceptions HERE )Times: 5:30 p.m – 10 p.m.Duration: approx. 1 hourAge requirement: all ages are welcome! Children ages 0-2 enter free of chargeTickets: GET THEM ONLINE HERE Get ready to light up your night like never before at the...

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Lighting of the Cressets

Lighting of the Cressets
East End of Duke of Gloucester 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg

Head 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 life at night – so don’t miss the strolling musicians and make sure to take in an evening program like To Hang a Pirate, Cry...

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Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tour

Haunted Williamsburg Schedule
Colonial Courthouse 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

Colonial 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 official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg. Want a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted...

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Candlelight Concerts

Candlelight Concerts in Bruton Parish Church

Candlelight Concerts Bruton Parish Church FREE & Open to the PublicFreewill offerings are gratefully received. Thursday, November 12: Chamber String Recital William & Mary Gallery Players, Susan Via, Director Saturday, November 14: Organ Recital Cheryl Van Ornam, Organist from Richmond, Virginia Thursday, November 19: Band ConcertYork River Concert Band from Hampton Roads, Jeff Haney, Director...

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The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong
Williamsburg Players 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg

The 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 From Mischief, Broadway masters of comedy, comes this smash-hit farce. Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at...

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