Pedal the Parkway
Pedal the ParkwayColonial ParkwayMay 2 from 7 am to 12 pm Grab your bike and helmet and enjoy a vehicle-free morning on the Colonial Parkway! Colonial National Historical Park, together...
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Events for May 2, 2026
Bikes Out of Hibernation
ONCE AGAIN, the Williamsburg Area Bicyclists, James City County Parks & Recreation and BikeWalk Williamsburg will be offering the Bikes Out of Hibernation Event. What a great way to kick...
‘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...
Learn to Row FREE!
James City County Recreation Center 5301 Longhill Road, WilliamburgLearn to Row • Ages 14+ FREE!Saturday, May 2, 10-10:45 a.m.James City County Recreation CenterHave you ever wanted to try what many call “one of the most efficient forms of exercise?”...
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...
Spring Art Show: Williamsburg Artist Group
Bruton Parish House 331 Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgWilliamsburg Artists Group (WAG) Spring Sale Bruton Parish HouseFriday, May 1, 4-8 p.m.Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m Come and shop original paintings, jewelry, and notecards and a plethora...
Tour The Rockefellers’ Bassett Hall
The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall 522 Francis St E, WilliamsburgTour 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...
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
Military Encampment Weekend: The Most Fatal Widow-makers
Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgColonial Williamsburg Military Encampment Weekend: The Most Fatal Widow-makers; Virginia riflemen arrive in WilliamsburgColonial WilliamsburgSaturday, May 2 from 10 am to 5 pmSunday, May 3 from 10 am to 5 pmMore Event...
Military Encampment Weekend: The Most Fatal Widow-makers; Virginia Riflemen arrive in Williamsburg
Colonial Courthouse 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, WilliamsburgColonial Williamsburg Military Encampment weekends seek to recreate important, impactful moments from the American Revolution with the help of reenactors from around the country. Colonial Williamsburg will capture a pivotal...
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...
Mother’s Day Celebration at Monkee’s of Williamsburg!
🌸 Mother’s Day Celebration at Monkee’s of Williamsburg! 🌸 Treat yourself (or the mom in your life) to a day of pampering, art, and exclusive savings! We are hosting a...
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
The Marquis: The Cat and Mouse Campaign of 1781
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, WilliamsburgStep into one of the most pivotal chapters of the American Revolution 🇫🇷🇺🇸 Discover the remarkable story of the Marquis de Lafayette, the young French aristocrat who volunteered his own fortune and future to help the fledgling United States win independence. From fighting alongside George Washington to leading the Light Infantry Division in the 1781 campaign against Benedict Arnold, General Phillips, and Lord Cornwallis, Lafayette played a key role in the events that led to victory at Yorktown and the beginning of the end of the Revolution. Join this engaging discussion of a campaign that changed history. Admission to Colonial Williamsburg is required.
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📅Saturday, March 14 - May 30 (excl. April 18 & 25)
🕞11 AM - 11:45 AM
📍Hennage Auditorium
3D Printing 101
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, WilliamsburgLearn the basics of 3D printing and all the ways it’s being used from medical devices to homes! For ages 13+. No registration required.
Free
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"...
Saving Our Heritage Seeds
Gardener St. Francis St. E and Bucktrout Lane, WilliamsburgSaving Our Heritage Seeds This program emphasizes the science involved in seed saving. The history will encompass how seeds were kept or purchased in the period. Store inventories, ship manifests,...
Job Fair: Busch Gardens & Water Country USA
Job Fair for Busch Gardens & WCUSA Training Center May 2 from 1 - 4 PM Looking for a summer job? This is your sign. Plan to attend this Job...
Virginia Regional Ballet Presents: Peter and the Wolf
Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland Street, Williamsburg🎭 Virginia Regional Ballet Presents: Peter and the Wolf 🐺 Experience the magic of Prokofiev's symphonic tale of a boy, his animal friends, and courage in this beautiful 2026 spring...
New Kent High School Trojan Theater Presents SISTER ACT
New Kent High School 7365 Egypt Rd, New KentSister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is...
The Lion King
Chrysler Hall 215 St. Paul's Blvd, Norfolk🦁 The Lion King 🌅 When: April 30 – May 17Where: Chrysler Hall Can you feel the love tonight? 🎶 The Serengeti is officially moving into Chrysler Hall, and trust...
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
Busch Gardens Summer Concert Series
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, WilliamsburgThe Busch Gardens Concert Series returns this summer with an exciting lineup scheduled with popular artists from Christian to Pop. The Concert Series is included with park admission, seating is on...
New Kent High School Trojan Theater Presents SISTER ACT
New Kent High School 7365 Egypt Rd, New KentSister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is...
Trial of a Patriot – New Evening Program
Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg E Duke of Gloucester Street, WilliamsburgTrial of a Patriot – New Evening Program!! Thursday and Saturday Nights at 7:30 PM & 9 PM Capitol General Court beginning March 19 – Sept 5, 2026 (except July 4)See...
Lighting of the Cressets
East End of Duke of Gloucester 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street, WilliamsburgHead 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...
Stargazing with NASA Skywatcher Club
Come Stargaze with NASA Skywatcher Astronomy Club! The NASA Skywatcher Astronomy Club will have an observing session to share their knowledge, experience and love of astronomy. No registration required. Weather...
The Lion King
Chrysler Hall 215 St. Paul's Blvd, Norfolk🦁 The Lion King 🌅 When: April 30 – May 17Where: Chrysler Hall Can you feel the love tonight? 🎶 The Serengeti is officially moving into Chrysler Hall, and trust...
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