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‘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...
Celebrate Christmastide in Virginia with festive traditions from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Enjoy caroling, music, fancy cooking, and interactive programs at both museums, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Christmas Day). At Jamestown Settlement, explore early Christmas customs, meet historical interpreters, visit Paspahegh Town and the 1607 ships, and see James Fort decorated for the season.
Step into the past and share some holiday cheer.
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📅Dec. 20 - 31 (except Dec. 25)
🕢9 AM - 5 PM
📍Jamestown Settlement
Step into the season with Christmastide in Virginia.
Families and friends are invited to experience centuries-old holiday traditions through festive programs, fancy cooking, caroling, and music. Explore immersive galleries and outdoor settings at both museums, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Christmas Day).
Visit a Continental Army encampment to hear stories of Christmas during the Revolutionary War, learn how soldiers cooked rations, and watch flintlock musket demonstrations. On the Revolution-era farm, discover 18th-century holiday traditions, open-hearth cooking, festive decorating, and hands-on activities like making traditional pomanders.
Enjoy festive holiday musical performances at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Christmastide in Virginia is included with museum admission.
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📅Dec. 20 - 31 (except Dec. 25)
🕢9 AM - 5 PM
📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
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...
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
Celebrate Grand Illumination weekend with a festive Sunday brunch at the Williamsburg Lodge. Enjoy Chesapeake seafood, hearty winter entrées, fresh salads, and made-to-order omelets, plus a special kids’ buffet and complimentary craft mimosas for adults. End your meal with delicious seasonal desserts and handcrafted pastries from the Lodge Pastry Shop.
2nd Sundays Art & Music Festival was rescheduled to this Sunday, December 21 (last weekend, December 14 was canceled due to weather). Stroll the streets of Downtown Williamsburg and take...
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...
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
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 -...
Father Christmas is back in Merchants Square! 🎄
Meet him during his scheduled appearances for warm greetings, festive conversation, and magical old-world Christmas moments. He’ll be strolling the Square in his traditional robes and is always happy to pause for photos. Come experience this cherished holiday tradition!
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📅Thursday to Sunday (except Dec. 5), Monday, Dec. 22, Tuesday, Dec. 23
🕢1 PM - 5 PM
📍Merchants Square
Celebrate the holidays with the 3 Tenors as part of the Hennage Holiday Concert Series. Enjoy a lively mix of traditional, spiritual, gospel, and contemporary music, featuring cherished carols and favorite Christmas tunes brought to life for the season.
Sew a Gingerbread Pillow Sunday, December 21st 2pm-3:30pm7+ | kids and adults can join | Drop off event Get cozy for the holidays with this sweet and festive sewing project!...
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
Happy Hour: Merchants Square Wine Bar Sunday-Thursday, 3:00-6:30 PM, $6 Rotating Glasses If you haven't been to the Williamsburg Winery Wine Bar in Merchants Square - here are a few...
The Promise of Freedom: Street Theatre Free & Open to the Public November 1775. A proclamation declaring martial law has been placed in Virginia. Join the community as they confront...
Celebrate the holidays with the 3 Tenors as part of the Hennage Holiday Concert Series. Enjoy a lively mix of traditional, spiritual, gospel, and contemporary music, featuring cherished carols and favorite Christmas tunes brought to life for the season.
It’s Christmas in Williamsburg, and Janie Sparkle wants just one thing this Christmas: for all her wishes to come true! When an unexpected and unfortunate incident occurs, only one thing...
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...
Celebrate the season with an evening full of wonder at the Virginia Living Museum's Winter Nature Nights, December 19 - 23! Take a stroll along the sparkling outdoor trail, where...
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...
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