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Modern Worship Service

Modern Worship Service
Williamsburg United Methodist Church 500 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg

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...

Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time

Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time
American Revolution Museum at Yorktown 200 Water Street, Route 1020, Yorktown

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

Exercise and Evolutions

Exercise and Evolutions
Market Square CW 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

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

Under Arms: Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment

Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

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

1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma

1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
Governors Palace Stage 300 Palace Green St, Williamsburg

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...

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg

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...

Tune Into the Past

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

The Weight of Liberty
Military Encampment 103 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

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"...

Boots, Brews & BBQ Festival

Riverwalk Landing 331 Water Street, Yorktown

Enjoy over 30 craft beers, tasty BBQ (for purchase), and live blues from top local musicians at this year's Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival. The HM Johnson Band kicks off at 12:30 pm, followed by Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos at 3:30 pm. Tickets are required and available in advance. The severe weather makeup date is May 18th.
Proceeds benefit Sister Cities Yorktown, York Foundation for Public Education, and other local nonprofits.

Sit and Stitch

Sit and Stitch
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, Williamsburg

 Join WRL for this program where knitters, crocheters and hand-stitchers meet to stitch along with others. No registration required. 

The Lion King

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...

Aloha Hula

Aloha Hula
James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road, Williamsburg

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...

2nd Annual Ashley’s Walk for Recovery

Powhatan Shores Neighborhood Park 103A Discovery Lane, Williamsburg

The 2nd Annual Ashley’s Heart for Recovery is a community fundraising and awareness event hosted by Ashley’s Heart for Recovery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families with teenagers in eating disorder...

1776: The Trial for Independence

1776: The Trial for Independence
Outside of Charlton Coffee House 429 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

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 Closet

Unpacking Mary Cooley’s Closet
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, Williamsburg

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...

Beat the Retreat

Beat the Retreat
Guardhouse 102 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

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

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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