Bake Sale
Come help support a local Venom 12U baseball team as they raise money to go Cooperstown! There will be an assortment of delicious bread, dessert and dog treats!
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Events for April 26, 2026
Pirates Invade Yorktown
Ahoy, mateys! 🏴☠️
⚓Yorktown Market Days’ Pirate Invasion Market is taking over Riverwalk Landing for a plunder-filled day of fresh produce, homemade pastries, and local treasures. Keep an eye out for roaming swashbucklers and scallywags during this special extended market!
Enjoy the scent of fresh-cut flowers, live music along the York River, and unique finds—from handmade soaps to local artwork—around every corner.
☔ Inclement weather? The market moves to the lower level of the Water Street Parking Terrace.
🚌 The free, accessible Yorktown Trolley runs from 11 AM - 5 PM.
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📅April 25 & 26, 2026
🕒8 AM - 3 PM & 9 AM - 3 PM
📍Riverwalk Landing
‘Following the Dragon’ special exhibition
Jamestown Settlement 2110 Jamestown Road, Route 31, Williamsburg‘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...
Modern Worship Service
Williamsburg United Methodist Church 500 Jamestown Rd, WilliamsburgWilliamsburg United Methodist Church offers a new Modern Worship Service at 9:30 am (as well as Traditional services at 8:15 am & 11:00 am). The new Modern Service is designed for...
Merchants Square: Spring Sidewalk Sale
Colonial Williamsburg's Merchant Square 134 N Henry Street, WilliamsburgSpring savings are in full bloom at Merchant Square! 🌸🛍️ Shoppers are invited to explore the Spring Sidewalk Sale, featuring special deals on fashion, gifts, home décor, and more from favorite local shops. Visitors can browse seasonal styles, discover unique finds, and enjoy outdoor dining with delicious bites throughout the Square.
Participating retailers–including Brick & Vine, Walkabout Outfitter, and The Peanut Shop of Williamsburg–will offer limited-time discounts on everything from clothing and accessories to gourmet treats and pantry favorites. Best of all, purchases at Merchant Square shops and restaurants help support the preservation and educational programs of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
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📅April 24-26
🕞10 AM - 6 PM (5 PM on Apr. 26)
📍Merchants Square
Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time
American Revolution Museum at Yorktown 200 Water Street, Route 1020, YorktownStep behind the scenes of the hit series Outlander with the special exhibition Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Featuring stunning costumes from Seasons 1-4 designed by Terry Dresbach, this immersive experience explores how clothing brings history, character, and storytelling to life—from the Scottish Highlands to Paris and early America.
See iconic looks worn by Claire Fraser, Jamie Fraser, and their family, and discover the craftsmanship behind every detail. Paid museum admission is required in addition to the special exhibition ticket. 🧵
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📅March 6 - May 18, 2026
🕞10 AM - 5 PM
📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Campbell Archaeology Center Grand Opening weekend
Campbell Archaeology Center Grand Opening Ceremony Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology CenterSaturday, April 25 at 9 amFREE & Open to the Public FREE and Open to the Public...
Discovery Lab!
Discovery Lab! Free & Open to the Public Celebrate the grand opening of the Campbell Archaeology Center! 400 S Nassau St, Williamsburg VA 23185Saturday, April 25 10 am - 1 pm...
Free Admission Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg
Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg 326 W Francis St, WilliamsburgFree 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...
Exercise and Evolutions
Market Square CW 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgIn the fall of 1775, Williamsburg turned its attention to war. Watch the 2nd Virginia Regiment train in the shadow of the Public Magazine, the building that helped spark Virginia’s revolution. Experience the sights, sounds, and even the smells of the march toward independence as soldiers demonstrate the 1764 Manual of Arms and the flash of their muskets brings history to life.
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📅Daily (March - May)
🕞10:30 AM - 11 AM
📍Military Encampment
Under Arms: Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment
Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgStep into the spring of 1776—Williamsburg is at war, and Colonel William Woodford needs your help 🇺🇸
Answer the call and join the 2nd Virginia Regiment! Report to the Magazine to learn the state of the war, practice marching and drills, and prepare to defend American liberty under the inspection of Captain William Taliaferro.
This interactive experience is open to recruits ages 6–80. Are you ready to fall in?
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📅Daily (March - May)
🕞11 AM - 11:25 AM
📍Military Encampment
Order in the Court
Historic Site: Courthouse 101 Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgCourthouses 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
1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
Governors Palace Stage 300 Palace Green St, Williamsburg1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma Governor's Palace Stage In chess as in life, one move can cost the game. Discover how the women of Williamsburg negotiated the growing political tensions during the...
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, WilliamsburgExplore over 135 international flavors at seventeen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park, including NEW menus inspired Puerto Rico. With over 65 NEW specialty menu options, and exclusive...
Tune Into the Past
Play House Stage 214 Palace Green St, Williamsburg🎶 Bring the whole family for a fun sing-along of 18th-century favorites! Discover how these historic tunes became some of today’s beloved songs. Colonial Williamsburg admission required.
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📅Friday - Tue (April - May), Daily (June), July 1 & 5-31, Aug 1 - 20
🕞12 PM - 12:20 PM (April - May), 11 AM - 11:20 AM (June - Aug)
📍Play House Stage
The Weight of Liberty
Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgThe Weight of Liberty Military Encampment The roar of cannon fire dominated the battlefields of the American Revolution. As early as 1775, artillerists trained on the exercise of "Great Guns"...
Sensory Playdate
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, WilliamsburgJoin the Library for a sensory adventure! Enjoy an hour of sensory bin play, a simple craft and coloring, before our regular open hours. Children can explore sensory bins filled...
Sit and Stitch
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, WilliamsburgJoin WRL for this program where knitters, crocheters and hand-stitchers meet to stitch along with others. No registration required.
Legacy Hall Showcase
Legacy Hall 4301 New Town Ave., WilliamsburgApril 26, 1-4 p.m. (Showcase event)Visit Legacy Hall to explore this beautiful space and meet local vendors who can help bring your vision to life! Whether you’re interested in renting...
Free
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Broadway Version
Kimball Theatre 428 W Duke of Gloucester St,, WilliamsburgJoin Williamsburg School for the Arts & Innovation for a magical Broadway-style youth production of Cinderella, featuring local students and four enchanting performances. Presented by Page to Stage at the...
Paws to Read with K-9 Connection
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, WilliamsburgReading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy, four-legged friend, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience. Drop...
1776: The Trial for Independence
Outside of Charlton Coffee House 429 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgA fair trial was considered one of the most cherished rights of the British world—but what happens when Independence itself is put on trial? ⚖️
Guests are invited to step into the courtroom as witnesses to this pivotal moment, where Virginia holds the power with a single vote to decide the fate of a nation.
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📅Daily (March - May) & July 2 - 5
🕞3:30 PM - 3:50 PM (March - May), 1 PM - 1:20 PM (July 2-3 & 5), 4:30 PM - 4:50 PM (July 4)
📍Outside of Charlton’s Coffeehouse
Beat the Retreat
Guardhouse 102 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgAs 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
Junior Handler Workshop
Big NEWS for your little dog trainers! The JUNIOR HANDLER WORKSHOP is here! Calling all kids ages 8-11! Are you ready to learn and have fun while becoming the ultimate...
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