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3rd Annual Gingerbread House Wars Saturday, December 6th, 9 am -12 pmLegacy Hall in New TownFree & Open to the Public Daybreak Church will host their Annual Gingerbread House Wars...
Tour the St. George Tucker House, Colonial Williamsburg’s Donor Reception Center, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on each Grand Illumination Saturday. Regular hours and admission policies resume at 12:30 p.m.
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📅Saturdays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27
🕢9 AM - 12 PM
📍St. George Tucker House
Mark your calendar for the Toano Holiday Craft Bazaar & Vendor Fair! Come ready to shop handcrafted items, local foods, and gifts for the holiday season. We will also have...
‘Following the Dragon’ special exhibition at Jamestown Settlement Museum to explore the journey of Chinese Ming porcelain to 17th-century Jamestown Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation and Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation Collaborative Exhibition Opening November...
The engineers of the Fords Colony Model Railroad Club return for their 20th year of entertaining visitors and sharing their talent for building miniature worlds. Throughout the library, members of the...
Tour The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm Tour the place that John D. Rockefeller Jr. and wife Abby Aldrich Rockefeller called their...
Discover the world of 18th-century bridal wear as our mantuamakers and milliners make a gown and other fineries worn for that happiest "day of days" and beyond. Colonial Williamsburg admission is required.
Free Admission Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg Daily That is right, folks, the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg now has FREE daily admission! This often include events in the Hennage...
Williamsburg Christmas Market, a European-Style Christmas Market will have 40 chalets with local, regional and national vendors throughout the duration of the market. Some new vendors every week. Festivities: Admission...
Decorated Williamsburg-style Wreath Sale Don't miss your chance to buy a Williamsburg-style wreath made by the designers who create the decorations that adorn Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area during the holiday...
Ice Skating in Colonial Williamsburg Ice Rink Normal Operating Hours: Open Daily November 21, 2025, through February 28, 2026Sunday - Thursday 12 pm - 8 pmFriday - 12 pm -...
Having recently arrived in the colony, a British servant reflects on his life and the holiday customs, traditions, and celebrations he has left behind in the mother country. A separate event ticket and Colonial Williamsburg admissions are required.
🕢10:15 AM - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
📍Governor’s Palace East Advance
Guests are invited to explore the picturesque building exteriors and charming streets of Colonial Williamsburg, beautifully adorned with holiday decorations. This friendly guided tour highlights how these festive displays are created, with engaging insights into the materials and construction techniques used to bring them to life. A separate event ticket is required.
📅Daily from Dec. 1 - Jan. 1, 2026 (Dec. 25 Only 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
🕢10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
📍James Geddy House
Having recently arrived in the colony, a British servant reflects on his life and the holiday customs, traditions, and celebrations he has left behind in the mother country. A separate event ticket and Colonial Williamsburg admissions are required.
🕢10:15 AM - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
📍Governor’s Palace East Advance
Enjoy the cheerful sounds of strolling carolers as you shop in Merchants Square this holiday season! Classic favorites and festive harmonies fill the air, adding extra warmth and joy to your visit.
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📅Saturday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 | Friday Dec. 19 | Monday, Dec. 22
⏰12 PM - 1 PM, 3 PM - 4 PM | 2 PM - 4 PM | 2 PM - 4 PM
📌Merchants Square
Create your own apple candle and orange pomander—perfect for holiday décor or as fragrant handmade gifts. Join Colonial Williamsburg’s landscape design team for this hands-on workshop and take home your finished creations. All materials are provided. Limited to 12 participants; family-friendly, but not recommended for toddlers. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.
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📅Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 6, 7, 13
🕢12:30 PM - 2 PM
📍Landscape Design Studio
Virginia Regional Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall, 601 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg Saturday, December 6th at 1:00 & 5:00 PM The magical NUTCRACKER Ballet leaps back into Williamsburg...
Experience the charm and emotion of 18th-century Scottish folk music as members of the Governor’s Musick ensemble perform the melodies that once captivated Williamsburg’s citizens. These timeless songs of longing and hope offered comfort during the 1770s and continue to inspire today. Admission to Colonial Williamsburg is required.
Stories are the lifeblood and collective memory of a society, and in many Native communities of the Eastern Woodlands, storytelling traditionally takes place in the fall and winter when daily life moves indoors. Join us to hear stories and traditions from various Native Nations and gain insight into this meaningful cultural practice. Colonial Williamsburg admission required.
📅Tuesdays through Saturdays, Dec. 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27, 30, 31 | Jan. 1
🕢 1:30 - 2:15 PM, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
📍Governor's Palace East Advance
Celebrate the season with the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra, led by Michael Butterman and featuring Broadway soprano Tiffany Haas, known for her role as Glinda in Wicked. Enjoy an afternoon of festive favorites and joyful surprises that will fill the whole family with holiday cheer.
Celebrate the season with the newly reimagined Holiday Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, now served with the elegance of Churchill Tea China. Enjoy holiday-inspired teas with delicate scones, seasonal tea sandwiches, pastries, and sweet and savory treats. Guests can also add a glass of French champagne or sparkling cider for a festive touch. Taxes and gratuity are added at the time of purchase. A prepaid reservation is required.
Celebrate the spirit of the season with a special conversation led by a Nation Builder, reflecting on cherished Christmas memories and sharing hopes for the year ahead. Colonial Williamsburg admission is required.
Guests are invited to explore the picturesque building exteriors and charming streets of Colonial Williamsburg, beautifully adorned with holiday decorations. This friendly guided tour highlights how these festive displays are created, with engaging insights into the materials and construction techniques used to bring them to life. A separate event ticket is required.
📅Daily from Dec. 1 - Jan. 1, 2026 (Dec. 25 Only 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
🕢10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
📍James Geddy House
Stories are the lifeblood and collective memory of a society, and in many Native communities of the Eastern Woodlands, storytelling traditionally takes place in the fall and winter when daily life moves indoors. Join us to hear stories and traditions from various Native Nations and gain insight into this meaningful cultural practice. Colonial Williamsburg admission required.
📅Tuesdays through Saturdays, Dec. 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27, 30, 31 | Jan. 1
🕢 1:30 - 2:15 PM, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
📍Governor's Palace East Advance
Celebrate the season with the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra, led by Michael Butterman and featuring Broadway soprano Tiffany Haas, known for her role as Glinda in Wicked. Enjoy an afternoon of festive favorites and joyful surprises that will fill the whole family with holiday cheer.
Toano Historical Society invites the community to bring the family to the 7th Annual Toano Christmas Tree Lighting! Bring your holiday cheer and help kick off the season in Toano....
Enjoy an evening of festive cheer as Gabe Stone, Mark Nixon, and David Gardner bring the world of Charles Dickens to life through classic readings and beloved Victorian carols. Performed on authentic 19th-century instruments–including the cornopean, cornet, violin, and ophicleide–this holiday concert blends storytelling and song for a truly memorable experience. This event is open to the public, but an event ticket is required.
Merchants Square Wine Bar - Grand Illumination Dec 6, Dec 13, Dec 20 Head to the Merchants Square Wine Bar (Williamsburg Winery) on December 6, 13, & 20 for festive...
Enjoy a festive buffet dinner at Traditions in the Williamsburg Lodge before the Grand Illumination fireworks, featuring hearty soups, fresh salads, and entrées like Southern fried chicken, miso-glazed black cod, and herb-crusted beef tenderloin. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary grazing board, a kids’ mini buffet, and warm bread pudding for dessert. Children under 2 eat free.
Kick off the holiday season with a cozy three-course dinner at Christiana Campbell’s Tavern! Savor fresh seafood, local produce, and classic favorites like sweet potato muffins and spoon bread before or after the Grand Illumination fireworks. Enjoy live Tavern music, warm hospitality, and a festive atmosphere perfect for the whole family. Prepaid reservations are required, and children under 2 dine free.
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive three-course dinner at King’s Arms Tavern! Enjoy your choice of starter, entrée, and dessert before or after the Grand Illumination fireworks, all while being serenaded by live tavern musicians in a warm, historic setting.
Virginia Regional Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall, 601 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg Saturday, December 6th at 1:00 & 5:00 PM The magical NUTCRACKER Ballet leaps back into Williamsburg...
Grand Illumination Celebration of Yule Log is on FridaysFireworks are on Saturdayssee full schedule of events below Grand Illumination at Colonial Williamsburg for 2025 will be three weekends of illuminations!...
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...
Celebration in Lights at Newport News Park Thanksgiving Day - January 15:30 - 10:00 pmNewport News Park - 13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News VA 23603 FEE:$15/car Mon-Thur$20/car Fri-Sun$85/busAdvanced purchase $12...
🎺This concert features unforgettable music ranging from Lord of the Rings to Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” and many more! It will be an extravagant musical experience that you will not want...
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