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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
Baby Lapsit Storytime is a storytime program especially for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. This storytime...
Winter Break Makers Camp Tabitha Sewer StudioMonday, Dec. 29th, Tuesday, Dec. 30th, Wednesday, Dec. 31st 10am-3pm School’s out, but the creativity is IN! 🎨✂️ While kids are out for winter...
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...
The Lilly Sunshine SALE Three Cabanas in Merchants SquareSale SALE Starts In-Store Today! Shop markdowns up to 70% OFF now thru Jan. 2nd and then online Jan 5-7! Don’t miss out {all...
Toddler Storytime is a storytime program designed for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers, featuring brief stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities. Space is limited;...
Stay after storytime or just come in for the playdate to chat with other caregivers while your baby has fun with our toy collection. On the first Monday and Tuesday...
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
Storytime, games, snacks, and other fun activities. Geared towards children ages 0-5.
Courthouses were the center of community life, where business was conducted, justice was debated, and rights were upheld. Step inside the Courthouse to explore its role in 18th-century Virginia, then take part in a local court session by assuming the role of justice, attorney, litigant, petitioner, or defendant. Please note: adult subject matter. Colonial Williamsburg admission required.
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📅Dec. 27, 2025 - May 16, 2026
🕝11 AM - 11:30 AM, 2 PM - 2:30 PM
📍Courthouse
Celebrate the season with George and Martha Washington as they return home for their first Christmas after the war. Hear how the holidays shaped their lives, their traditions, and their time together in this special program.
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 -...
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
Hey neighbor! You keep Precarious running, so every Monday is a "thank you" to you! $5 Pints & Mugs!$10 Cocktails & Slushies!For residents of Williamsburg, Newport News, Yorktown and Toano;...
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...
Whether you are an experienced player or new to the game, drop in to play and learn in this casual, drop-in chess program. Geared towards kids ages 6-11 years.
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...
The DoG Street Pub Running Club February Run Club Update With the colder weather rolling in, they’re making a small adjustment to our February Run Club format. They won’t have...
The DoG Street Pub Running Club Sign-in will still be available outside when weather allows (and moved indoors if needed), and they’ll continue to call an official start at 6:00...
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