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SUMMARY:Flying Feathered Friends?
DESCRIPTION:Stretch your wings on this hike all about the birds that call Chippokes State Park their nest!  Join a Ranger led excursion along College Run Trail to the shoreline of the James River. Identify birds by behavior\, characteristics and habitats. Birders of all experience levels are welcome on this 1-mile long hike. It’s strongly recommended for guests to bring water bottles\, hiking boots/comfortable walking shoes\, walking sticks/hiking poles\, and binoculars. Meet at the Chippokes Visitor Center. Registration is not required.   \n\n\n\nmore
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/hoot-have-guessed/
LOCATION:Chippokes State Park\, 695 Chippokes Park Rd\, Surry\, Virginia\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T015331Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans Bark and Play
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Bark and Play • All Ages FREE! Friday\, May 15\, 10 a.m.-noonVeterans ParkJoin us for a self-guided play day at the Off-Leash Area at Veterans Park. We’re setting up an exciting obstacle course and bringing out engaging toys for your dog to enjoy. It’s a fantastic opportunity for them to play and burn off energy in a fun\, new way. Give your companion a great workout and a wonderful change of pace! No registration required. Weather permitting. 
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/veterans-bark-and-play/
LOCATION:Veterans Park\, 3793 Ironbound Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20251020T013928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T073240Z
UID:10031409-1778839200-1778864400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Tour The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall
DESCRIPTION:Tour The Rockefellers’ Bassett Hall\n\n\n\nThursday\, Friday & Saturday from 10 am – 5 pm \n\n\n\nTour the place that John D. Rockefeller Jr. and wife Abby Aldrich Rockefeller called their Williamsburg home. Glimpse the lives of two of America’s most prominent figures and their involvement in the Restoration of Williamsburg. Explore rooms uniquely furnished with Mrs. Rockefeller’s folk art\, 18th-century antiques\, and 20th-century accessories. More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/tour-the-rockefellers-bassett-hall/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:The Rockefellers’ Bassett Hall\, 522 Francis St E\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260324T212412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T220648Z
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SUMMARY:Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time
DESCRIPTION:Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time\n\n\n\n📅March 6 – May 18\, 2026🕞10 AM – 5 PM📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown \n\n\n\nCreated in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television\, the special exhibition Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time invites guests to go behind the scenes of the hit television series Outlander for a closer look at the artistry and storytelling behind its unforgettable costumes. \n\n\n\nFeaturing an exclusive collection of 26 hand-selected garments from Seasons 1–4\, the exhibition explores the show’s origins through the acclaimed costume designs of Terry Dresbach. Visitors can journey across continents and centuries through clothing that reflects postwar 1940s Scotland\, the upheaval of the 18th-century Highlands\, the elegance of Paris\, the voyage to early America\, and the cultural shifts of the 1960s. \n\n\n\nFrom the dramatic 18th-century wedding attire worn by Jamie Fraser and Claire Fraser\, to Claire’s iconic red dress from the Versailles storyline and Brianna Randall Fraser’s time-traveling wardrobe\, the exhibition highlights how clothing helps tell powerful stories about identity\, class\, culture\, and craftsmanship. It also showcases the remarkable work of museum tailors who carefully dress living-history interpreters at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown\, bringing early American history to life. \n\n\n\nPaid museum admission is required in addition to a special exhibition ticket. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/outlander-costumes-woven-in-time/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown\, 200 Water Street\, Route 1020\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown,Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20250804T024625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T024631Z
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SUMMARY:Free Admission Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg\n\n\n\nDaily \n\n\n\nThat is right\, folks\, the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg now has FREE daily admission!   This often include events in the Hennage Auditorium (check with reception) and other events in the museum.  This museum has something for all ages.  Before you leave stop for lunch at the museum restaurant -they even have a nice patio and don’t for get to check out the amazing museum shop!  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-admission-art-museum-of-colonial-williamsburg/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg\, 326 W Francis St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260320T204428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T204431Z
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SUMMARY:Exercise and Evolutions
DESCRIPTION:Exercise and Evolutions\n\n\n\n📅Daily (March – May)🕞10:30 AM – 11 AM📍Military Encampment \n\n\n\nIn 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. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/exercise-and-evolutions-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Market Square CW\, 102 W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T112500
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260318T004607Z
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SUMMARY:Under Arms: Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment
DESCRIPTION:Under Arms: Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment\n\n\n\nMilitary Encampment in Colonial WilliamsburgFree & Open to the Public \n\n\n\nFall 1775: Williamsburg is at war\, and Colonel William Woodford needs your help. Guests of all ages will heed the call to arms and join the 2nd Virginia Regiment. Falling in at the Magazine\, recruits will be briefed on the war to date before being trained to march\, drill\, and train in the manual exercise. Captain William Taliaferro will inspect the company as they prepare to defend American liberty\, by force if necessary. For more information\, see here. \n\n\n\n👥 This is an interactive experience — guests should be ready to stand for at least 25 minutes and bring their revolutionary spirit!🎯 Ages 6 to 80 welcome. It’s time to pick a side… and fall in line.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/under-arms-join-the-2nd-virginia-regiment/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20251226T225030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T225035Z
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SUMMARY:Order in the Court
DESCRIPTION:Order in the Court\n\n\n\n📅Dec. 27\, 2025 – May 16\, 2026🕝11 AM – 11:30 AM\, 2 PM – 2:30 PM📍Courthouse \n\n\n\nCourthouses were at the heart of local communities\, where people handled business\, engaged with government\, and witnessed trials and punishments. After a brief exploration of the Courthouse and its surroundings\, visitors can take part in a local court session where lives\, liberties\, and property are debated. Participants may step into the roles of justice\, attorney\, litigant\, petitioner\, or defendant to experience how Virginians’ rights were upheld in open court.Please note: adult subject matter. Colonial Williamsburg admission is required. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/order-in-the-court/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Historic Site: Courthouse\, 101 Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T114500
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20251112T231900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T072304Z
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SUMMARY:Performance: Visit with Marquis de Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Performance: Visit with Marquis de Lafayette\n\n\n\nHennage Auditorium in the Art Museum of Colonial WilliamsburgColonial Williamsburg \n\n\n\nStep into the past with the Marquis de Lafayette\, French hero of two worlds. Through stories and questions\, explore the hopes\, choices\, and challenges he faced. More Info & Tickets
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/performance-visit-with-marquis-de-lafayette/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Governors Palace Stage\, 300 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Outdoor Adventure,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T114500
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260323T075515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T075519Z
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SUMMARY:State of Society
DESCRIPTION:State of Society\n\n\n\nSee ScheduleHennage Auditorium \n\n\n\nIt is Virginia\, 1776. Join Patrick Henry as he fights to save the revolution from its most dire threat\, and blaze a path to independence. Day Pass\, CW Annual Membership or Good Neighbor Pass.  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/state-of-society/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg\, 301 S Nassau Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260318T001021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T145814Z
UID:10030223-1778842800-1778846400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Talk of the Town
DESCRIPTION:Talk of the Town\n\n\n\n📅Daily (March – Aug)🕞11 AM – 12 PM📍Palace Green \n\n\n\nSet in 1774\, this immersive experience invites guests to continue the conversation by engaging with townspeople as they navigate the complex balance between loyalty and liberty. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/talk-of-the-town/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg Palace Green\, 202 Palace Green Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260323T070041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T070044Z
UID:10030858-1778844600-1778846400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
DESCRIPTION:1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma\n\n\n\nGovernor’s Palace Stage \n\n\n\nIn chess as in life\, one move can cost the game. Discover how the women of Williamsburg negotiated the growing political tensions during the opening salvo towards Independence. Admission with Day Pass\, CW Pass or Good Neighbor Pass More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/1774-lady-dunmores-dilemma/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Governors Palace Stage\, 300 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260414T195732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T213029Z
UID:10032353-1778844600-1778877000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 wine and liquor tastings\, every visit offers a new adventure for culinary explorers. \n\n\n\nEnjoy headlining concerts\, award-winning shows\, and world-class attractions as you journey through Virginia’s largest spring food and wine festival. \n\n\n\nBusch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival is open Thursdays through Sundays from April 23 – June 21\, plus Memorial Day.  \n\n\n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/busch-gardens-food-wine-festival/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Busch Gardens Williamsburg\, 1 Busch Gardens Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Busch Gardens,Date Night,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T122000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260402T182120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T182123Z
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SUMMARY:Tune Into the Past
DESCRIPTION:Tune Into the Past\n\n\n\n📅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 \n\n\n\nFamilies are invited to join a lively sing-along of 18th-century musical favorites and discover how these historic tunes influenced the songs we know today. Colonial Williamsburg admission is required.For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/tune-into-the-past/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Play House Stage\, 214 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20251229T001741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T225548Z
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SUMMARY:The Weight of Liberty
DESCRIPTION:The Weight of Liberty\n\n\n\nMilitary Encampment \n\n\n\nThe roar of cannon fire dominated the battlefields of the American Revolution. As early as 1775\, artillerists trained on the exercise of “Great Guns” in Williamsburg\, first under the command of Captain James Innes. The enormous weight and importance of these cannons cannot be understood without having pulled one yourself. Assist soldiers of the 2nd Virginia Regiment and serve as a matross as they haul a “great gun” into position in front of the Public Magazine. Recruits will be trained in the loading and firing of a cannon\, followed by a firing demonstration by the soldiers of the 2nd Virginia. \n\n\n\nThis program is hands-on\, interactive\, and open to all willing recruits ages 6 to 80. Guests must be able to stand for approximately 30 minutes. CW Admission or Good Neighbor Pass More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-weight-of-liberty-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T153000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260320T195551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T145516Z
UID:10030506-1778857200-1778859000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Company of Comedians
DESCRIPTION:Company of Comedians\n\n\n\n📅Daily (March – Aug 12) 🕞3 PM – 3:30 PM📍Outside of Charlton’s Coffeehouse \n\n\n\nFree and Open to the Public – Street Theatre Did you know that the first theatre in British North America was built here in the colonial capital of Williamsburg\, Virginia? Many Virginians from all walks of life—including Thomas Jefferson and George Washington—enjoyed countless evenings at the theatre in Williamsburg. Join the Play House Players on the Duke of Gloucester Street to learn about Williamsburg’s theatre and participate in 18th-century entertainments. You may just get cast in the company! This event is a walk up event – so you can stroll Duke of Gloucester and stay for the performance! More information
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/company-of-comedians/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Outside of Charlton Coffee House\, 429 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T155000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260320T203825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T203834Z
UID:10030651-1778859000-1778860200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:1776: The Trial for Independence
DESCRIPTION:1776: The Trial for Independence\n\n\n\n📅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 \n\n\n\nA fair trial is a cherished British right. Guests are invited to step in as witnesses as Independence itself is put on trial—and Virginia\, with a single vote\, determines the fate of a nation. For more information\, see here. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Performance times change in July; see schedule for details
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/1776-the-trial-for-independence/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Outside of Charlton Coffee House\, 429 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T164500
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260108T222108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T222111Z
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SUMMARY:Beat the Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Retreat\n\n\n\n📅Jan. 9 – May 31\, 2026🕞4:30 PM – 5 PM (Jan. 9 – March 1)  |  4 PM – 4:45 PM (March 2 – May 31)📍Guardhouse \n\n\n\n“As the sun sets\, so too does a soldier’s day.” This evening program brings to life an 1775 order from the Second Virginia Regiment. Guests can observe the soldiers as they gather on the parade ground for Regimental Retreat\, where officers inspect the men\, rolls are called\, and the day’s orders are read aloud. Listen closely for the parole\, or password\, before joining the regiment as they march back to their headquarters at the College Camp\, just as they would have in the 18th century. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/beat-the-retreat-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Guardhouse\, 102 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260416T142602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T142605Z
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SUMMARY:Terrace Room W&M Graduation Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Terrace Room W&M Graduation Dinner\n\n\n\n📅May 14-16🕞5 PM – 10 PM📍Terrace & Goodwin Rooms \n\n\n\nGuests are invited to celebrate the Class of William & Mary with a special Green & Gold limited menu created in honor of the graduates. Families can enjoy an elegant à la carte dining experience in a refined setting while toasting this important achievement—making it a celebration to remember long after commencement. \n\n\n\nReservations are required. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/terrace-room-wm-graduation-dinner/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Terrace & Goodwin Rooms\, 136 Francis St E\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,William & Mary
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000
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SUMMARY:Forest Explorers Friday: Ecosystem Exploration 
DESCRIPTION:Forest Explorers Friday • All Ages FREE!Ecosystem Exploration What makes a healthy ecosystem? Come learn about food webs\, habitat and the ecosystem at Freedom Park. Learn through playing games at various stations in the park. Meet at the Interpretive Center. All ages welcome\, but the activities focus on elementary school-age children. No registration required. Weather permitting. 
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/forest-explorers-friday/
LOCATION:Freedom Park\, 5537 Centerville Road\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260402T181534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T181537Z
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SUMMARY:Raleigh Concert: Musical Moments from the 1770's
DESCRIPTION:Raleigh Concert: Musical Moments from the 1770’s\n\n\n\n📅Fridays (April – May)🕞7 PM📍Raleigh Tavern \n\n\n\nStep into Williamsburg’s vibrant musical past in the years leading up to the Revolution\, when the city’s cultural life flourished with lively ballad opera performances and newly imported European music for citizens to enjoy. On November 13\, 1771\, a public concert filled the Apollo Room of the Raleigh Tavern with song\, featuring performers Nancy Hallam\, Maria Storer\, and Stephen Woolls.Join the Governor’s Musick ensemble as they bring this historic concert back to life\, reimagining the sounds and musical moments that shaped Williamsburg in the 1770s. Guests will even have the chance to take part in the fun by singing along to some of the era’s most beloved tunes. An event ticket is required.  \n\n\n\nFor more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/raleigh-concert-musical-moments-from-the-1770s/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Raleigh Tavern\, W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260211T225204Z
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SUMMARY:Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tours\n\n\n\nNightly at 7 pm & 8:30 pm at Market House – through September 6 (not held on May 9\, July 2&4) See full schedule here.Haunted Williamsburg  It is the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg. \n\n\n\nWant a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg  \n\n\n\nLove a good scare or to hear a spooky story? How about a walking through Colonial Williamsburg at night with a ghost teller relaying authentic ghost stories from the 1700s? And maybe they will mention a few creepy recent encounters too. Sound fun? It is!! We have gone several times and loved it each time! \n\n\n\nAnd Haunted Williamsburg is the only tour with exclusive access to historic buildings\, featuring costumed storytellers who share their unnerving tales.  The event is a one-hour candlelit walking ghost tour takes you strolling through town\, into gardens\, and beyond the barriers to our most haunted sites. \n\n\n\nVisit here to get your tickets online and learn more. \n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring your Good Neighbors Pass if you are a local resident as you will get a 25% discount*. Get your tickets and more info here \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult\, tour is suitable for ages 8 and older. These tours happen rain or shine! (Unless the weather is severe). \n\n\n\nHaunted Williamsburg is the official ghost tour experience of Colonial Williamsburg.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/haunted-williamsburg-ghost-tour-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Market House in Colonial Williamsburg\, 102 W Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Date Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T223000
DTSTAMP:20260515T111906
CREATED:20260422T032644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T163234Z
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SUMMARY:The Lion King
DESCRIPTION:🦁 The Lion King  🌅\n\n\n\nWhen: April 30 – May 17Where: Chrysler Hall \n\n\n\nCan you feel the love tonight?  🎶 The Serengeti is officially moving into Chrysler Hall\, and trust us—you do not want to miss this one!  Watch as giraffes strut\, birds swoop\, and Pride Rock rises right before your eyes. Whether it’s your first time or your fifteenth\, there is nothing quite like the goosebumps you get when that first note of “The Circle of Life” hits.  \n\n\n\nSevenVenues and Broadway in Norfolk are proud to announce the return of Disney’s THE LION KING to Chrysler Hall for a limited three-week engagement from April 30 through May 17\, 2026. \n\n\n\nWhy you can’t miss it: \n\n\n\n\n🏆 Tony Award-Winning Magic: Experience the breathtaking artistry of director Julie Taymor.\n\n\n\n🥁 Unforgettable Beats: Dance in your seat to the legendary sounds of Elton John and Tim Rice.\n\n\n\n🎭 Pure Spectacle: Join the 130 million people who have already fallen in love with this Broadway masterpiece.\n\n\n\n\n🦁 Opening Week \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 30: 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM 🌅\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 1: 8:00 PM 🌙\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 2: 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM 🎭\n\n\n\nSunday\, May 3: 1:00 PM & 6:30 PM 🐾\n\n\n\n\n✨ Week Two \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 5: 7:30 PM 🎟️\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 6: 7:30 PM 🦒\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 7: 7:30 PM 🌿\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 8: 8:00 PM 🎼\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 9: 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM 🦓\n\n\n\nSunday\, May 10: 1:00 PM & 6:30 PM 🐆\n\n\n\n\n🔥 Final Week \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 12: 7:30 PM ✨\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 13: 7:30 PM 🐘\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 14: 7:30 PM 🌅\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 15: 8:00 PM 🌙\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16: 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM 🎭\n\n\n\nSunday\, May 17: 1:00 PM & 6:30 PM 👑\n\n\n\n\nDon’t wait until the pride moves on—grab your tickets now and get ready to roar! 🦁🎟️ \n\n\n\nA Masterpiece of Creative Artistry \n\n\n\nWinner of six Tony Awards®\, including Best Musical\, THE LION KING features the work of a world-class creative team. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings the African Serengeti to life with stunning visuals\, while the production showcases the iconic music of Elton John and Tim Rice. The production also highlights the extraordinary choreography of Tony Award®-winner Garth Fagan. \n\n\n\nPerformance Schedule & Tickets \n\n\n\nThe production will run for 23 performances\, including weekday evenings and weekend matinees. \n\n\n\n\nDates: April 30 – May 17\, 2026\n\n\n\nLocation: Chrysler Hall\, 215 St. Pauls Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\n\n\n\nRun Time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes\, including one intermission.\n\n\n\nRecommendations: The production is recommended for ages 6 and up. All guests\, regardless of age\, must have a ticket.\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available now and can be purchased online at SevenVenues.com\, or by calling the box office at 757.664.6464. For groups of 10 or more\, please contact the group sales department at 877.690.2929. \n\n\n\nAbout THE LION KING \n\n\n\nSince its Broadway premiere in 1997\, THE LION KING has become a global phenomenon\, winning over 70 major arts awards and playing in over 100 cities across 21 countries. It remains a landmark of theatrical achievement\, celebrated for its innovative use of masks\, puppets\, and costume design.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-lion-king/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Chrysler Hall\, 215 St. Paul's Blvd\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Theater
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SUMMARY:The Flame of Revolution: 5th VA Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Flame of Revolution: 5th VA Convention\n\n\n\nTwo Nights Only!Friday\, May 15 from 8:30 – 9:30 pmSaturday\, May 16 from 8:30 – 9:30 pm \n\n\n\nFree & Open to the Public \n\n\n\n“May 15 was a pivotal date in Virginia’s revolutionary history\, and an important milestone in our commemoration of America’s Semiquincentennial this year. On May 15\, 1776\, a group of revolutionary leaders known as the Fifth Virginia Convention voted unanimously — right here at the Capitol building — to call on the Second Continental Congress to declare independence for all 13 colonies and form a new nation. The stakes were high; Virginia was the largest\, most powerful and most prosperous of the 13 colonies\, and its choices would shape the actions of every other. It was this historic vote\, cast right here in Williamsburg\, that directly led to the debate\, drafting and signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. \n\n\n\nTo mark the 250th anniversary of this historic event\, come for a groundbreaking live theatrical performance unlike anything the Foundation has produced before. Written and directed by Nation Builders Katharine Pittman (Martha Washington) and Kurt Smith (Thomas Jefferson)\, The Flame of Revolution is a multimedia experience blending live action with digital projections to tell the story of a new\, independent Commonwealth and the origins of a new nation.” exerpt from a letter from Cliff Fleet\, President of Colonial Williamsburg Foundaion \n\n\n\nExperience this once-in-a-lifetime multimedia event that will blend live performance and digital projections to tell the story of our nation’s founding like never before. Our historic street will come to life in grand fashion as we celebrate Virginia’s independence with music and revelry!  More Info \n\n\n\nFAQs \n\n\n\n\nThe live action is fully immersive\, so chairs will not be permitted in the middle of the street. Please be prepared to stand for the duration of the program. Chairs will not be provided.\n\n\n\nSnacks and drinks will be available for purchase next to Shield’s Tavern before the program begins.\n\n\n\nwatch trailer about event https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfJcnnJCIEY\n\n\n\n\nThis event is one of many commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-flame-of-revolution-5th-va-convention/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Circle\, E Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Live Music
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