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Events for May 25, 2026
‘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...
Fee Free Day at National Parks
Colonial National Historical Park - Yorktown Battlefield 1000 Colonial Pkwy, YorktownCome experience the national parks! On specific days in 2026, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Before visiting a park,...
The Great American Birthday Quilt Exhibition
Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center 101 Visitor Center Dr, WilliasmburgCelebrate America’s 250th birthday through a one-of-a-kind community work of art at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. Following its grand reveal in Merchants Square, the Great American Birthday Quilt will be on display throughout 2026 at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. 🇺🇸🧵Created by Visit Williamsburg in partnership with the Muscarelle Museum of Art, this meaningful quilt brings together squares submitted by people across the country—each one helping tell a shared American story in celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday. Come experience this remarkable tribute up close and discover the stories stitched into every square.
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📅April 11 - Oct. 9
🕞9:30 AM - 5 PM
📍Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center
A Memorial Day Commemoration
Memorial Day Commemoration on the Palace Green. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation honors the men and women of the United States military who sacrificed their lives to defend our nation with...
Memorial Day Prayer Service and Ceremony
Join Historic Grace Episcopal Church for a memorial service honoring those who died while serving in the armed forces. The Church is located at 115 Church Street Yorktown. A prayer...
Annual Memorial Day Celebration at Williamsburg Memorial Park
Annual Memorial Day Celebration Honor Our Fallen HeroesMonday, May 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM Join us as we gather to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives...
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
Memorial Day Kick-off! Upper County Pool
Memorial Day Kick-off!Monday, May 25, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.Upper County Park (UCP)180 Leisure RoadToano, VA 23168It’s time to kick off summer! Come out to one of their two outdoor pools (CRP...
Memorial Day Kick-off! Chickahominy Riverfront Park Pool
Memorial Day Kick-off!Monday, May 25, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.Chickahominy Riverfront Park (CRP)1350 John Tyler HighwayWilliamsburg, VA 23185It’s time to kick off summer! Come out to one of their two outdoor pools (CRP...
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"...
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at York Hall
York County’s Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at York Hall Monday, May 25, 2026 at 12 pmYork Hall Come and remember and honorthose who gave their "last full measure of devotion"...
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
Films from the Archives: 100 Years of CW (click to see this week’s film)
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, WilliamsburgStep into history with a special archival film series in the Hennage Auditorium 🎥 Featuring rare footage from Colonial Williamsburg’s first century, each screening includes an expert introduction that brings the stories, trades, and traditions to life. These films beautifully complement the exhibition Colonial Williamsburg: The First 100 Years, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how the Foundation documented its work and preserved its legacy. Screenings feature beloved titles like Colonial Naturalist, Doorway to the Past, and Hammerman in Williamsburg—a perfect blend of history, storytelling, and film you won’t want to miss.
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📅Mondays, March 2 - July 20 (excl. March 9)
🕞4 PM - 4:45 PM
📍Hennage Auditorium
Chess Club for Kids
Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland Street, WilliamsburgWhether you are an experienced player or new to the game, drop in to play and learn in this casual, drop-in chess program. Geared towards kids ages 6-11 years.
DoG St. Pub Running Club
DoG St. Pub 401 W Duke of Gloucester, WilliamsburgThe DoG Street Pub Running Club Sign-in will still be available outside when weather allows (and moved indoors if needed), and they’ll continue to call an official start at 6:00...
Opinionation Game Night
Precarious Beer Project 110 S. Henry Street, WilliamsburgOpinionation Game Night Precarious Beer Project4:30 - 6:30 pm Opinionation is a survey-based game that blends Family Feud and trivia. Each week Precarious Beer Project will host two hour-long rounds....
Cry Witch!
Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg E Duke of Gloucester Street, WilliamsburgCry Witch! Capitol General CourtColonial WilliamsburgMonday and Friday Nights at 7:30 PM August 8 - Sept 20Monday & Friday Nights at 7:30 & 9 pm Sept 21 - Nov 22,...
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