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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...
Williamsburg 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...
Art lovers, mark your calendars 🎨
Spend a spring Sunday strolling the Yorktown waterfront and soaking in creativity at every turn. The 13th annual Art at the River features 35+ local artists–painters, potters, photographers, jewelers, and more–all competing for the People’s Choice Award.
Come browse, vote, and enjoy the view.
🚋 The free, accessible Yorktown Trolley runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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📅May 3, 2026
🕞10 AM - 4 PM
📍Riverwalk Landing
Step 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
Colonial 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...
Colonial 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 Daily That is right, folks, the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg now has FREE daily admission! This often include events in the Hennage...
In 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
Step 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
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
1774: 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...
Explore 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...
🎶 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 The roar of cannon fire dominated the battlefields of the American Revolution. As early as 1775, artillerists trained on the exercise of "Great Guns"...
Are you crazy for movies? The WRL Film Society is a discussion group for movie lovers, with meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm at the Williamsburg Library....
🦁 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...
Aloha Hula’s mission is to create a fun and positive learning environment where participants can express themselves while also passing down Hawaiian hula dance history and culture. Join instructors for...
Foundations of Foraging • All Ages NEW! FREE! Sunday, May 3, 2:30-3:30 p.m.Freedom ParkFood is all around us if you know where to look. Learn basic guidelines on how to forage safely...
🎭 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...
A 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
Unpacking Mary Cooley’s ClosetHennage AuditoriumHow much clothing did an 18th century woman really own? Peek into the wardrobe of a nurse and midwife, whose 1778 probate inventory from York County...
As 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
🦁 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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