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SUMMARY:Yorktown Market Days
DESCRIPTION:The popular Yorktown Market Days returns to Riverwalk Landing on Saturdays with specially-themed markets on select dates.  \n\n\n\nFind out who is coming by seeing this weekend’s vendors here \n\n\n\nYou will find around 50 vendors set up by the York River from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with seasonal produce\, fresh baked goods\, meats\, fresh-cut flowers\, handmade soaps and candles\, gourmet dog treats\, and a beautiful display of work from local artists and artisans. There is a good chance you will enjoy The Fifes and Drums of York Town who have passed through almost every market already this season! \n\n\n\nThis is a rain or shine market – they set up in the bottom floor of the parking garage if it rains so just plan on coming! \n\n\n\nThe free\, accessible Yorktown Trolley will be running. (More information below) \n\n\n\nBe on the lookout for several extended markets with fun family-friendly themes\, especially during the holidays! Keep scrolling for dates! Mark your calendars for the First Responders Market (see below)\, Fall Festival\, Maritime Festival\, Paws at the River\, Harvest Festival\, Mistletoe Market and more.  \n\n\n\n2026 Special Themed Markets\n\n\n\n\nMay 9  – 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Vintage Market/Car Show on Main Street \n\n\n\nJuly 11  –  8 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Fun in the Sun Market \n\n\n\nAugust 8  –  8 a.m. to 12 p.m. – National Farmers Market Week \n\n\n\nSeptember 12  –  8 a.m. to 12 p.m. – First Responders Market \n\n\n\nOctober 10 & 11 –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Fall Festival\n\n\n\nOctober 17  –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Victory Market \n\n\n\nOctober 24  –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Paws at the River \n\n\n\nNovember 14  –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Maritime Festival \n\n\n\nNovember 21  –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Harvest Festival\n\n\n\nDecember 12  –  9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Mistletoe Market\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Yorktown Market Days!   \n\n\n\nThere is no charge to attend the market. Free parking is available in several designated public parking lots throughout Historic Yorktown and the complimentary\, wheelchair-accessible. Yorktown Trolley runs with several convenient stops throughout Historic Yorktown. Check Trolley hours before you go as they vary depending on the season. While most vendors accept credit cards\, some only take cash. ATMs are conveniently located at Ben & Jerry’s and the Yorktown Pub. Enjoy spectacular views of the York River\, live music\, food trucks and a fantastic variety of vendors and artists at Riverwalk Landing. This is a family friendly and dog friendly market. It is worth the trip to Yorktown to visit this market! Find all your favorite vendors!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/yorktown-market-days-6/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Riverwalk Landing\, 331 Water Street\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmer's Market,Yorktown
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SUMMARY:Storytime for Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION:Storytime for Tiny Tots\n\n\n\nSaturday mornings 9 – 9:20 am June – July 25 (excluding July 4) \n\n\n\nExperience the magic of Storytime in an 18th-century setting for young children. Read together\, imagine\, and explore life and work in early America.  You need a Good Neighbor Pass\, Annual Pass or Day Pass to attend!   More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/storytime-for-tiny-tots/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Geddy House\, 117 W 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:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T103000
DTSTAMP:20260716T164331Z
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SUMMARY:African Baptist Meeting House Frame Raising
DESCRIPTION:Be part of this historic milestone on Nassau Street beside the Bray School to raise the timber frame and celebrate together.  \n\n\n\nThere will be a ceremony at 9:00 am lead by the descendant community\, followed by the frame raising at approximately 10:00 am\, which will continue throughout the day.  \n\n\n\nThe African Baptist Meeting House and Burial Ground was the original permanent location of the First Baptist Church\, one of the earliest African American congregations in the United States. A congregation of enslaved and free people of African descent worshipped\, built a community\, and buried family members at this Nassau Street site. Following Colonial Williamsburg’s purchase and removal of the church\, the congregation relocated to Scotland Street\, where its members have worshipped since 1956. In partnership with the First Baptist Church of Williamsburg and the Let Freedom Ring Foundation\, Colonial Williamsburg has engaged in a multi-year project to excavate\, study\, and reconstruct this important historic site. Learn more about this project here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/african-baptist-meeting-house-frame-raising/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg\, 105 S Nassau St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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SUMMARY:Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation
DESCRIPTION:Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation\n\n\n\n📅July 1\, 2026 – January 31\, 2027🕞9 AM – 5 PM📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown \n\n\n\nGive Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation marks the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence\, is your opportunity to view in person two copies of the Declaration of Independence – one early July 1776 broadside printing and then an 1833 engrossed printing from an engraved plate of W.J. Stone. Both are part of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation collection.The exhibit is presented by the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission and produced in partnership with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation and the Virginia Museum of History & Culture\, and explores Virginia’s leading role in the American Revolution.  Through civic stories and accomplishments of the people who helped shape a new nation the tales of what led up to the Revolution through the eyes of the Revolution generation is considered.  \n\n\n\n“We really wanted to explore not only the meaning of freedom and the history of this moment but the ongoing experiment; the idea of forming a more perfect union\,” explained Christy S. Coleman\, executive director of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. There is the story that first began in 1773 as written conversations between 13 colonies\, who had never really dealt with each other before\, they were essentially separate enterprises of government\, but they came together to discuss their concerns and grievances with King and Parliament\, and that is included” in this exhibit. \n\n\n\nThere were three things the organizing Committee wanted to convey in this exhibit\, curator Harvey Bakari\, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation’s curator of Black History and Culture relayed. First\, was to recognize the community: everyone that was affected by the Declaration of Independence. Second\, they wanted the Exhibit to be relevant to today’s audience and third\, they wanted it to be engaging\, to have some activities and then a call to action. For example\, what can you do as a citizen today with the legacy of the seeds of Liberty? \n\n\n\nThis exhibit also explores the forging of a nation\, not having a blueprint\, and realizing that the nation would not be a finished product but would take centuries to forge\, not just a result of revolution. For example they did not have a standing army or a government\, all of this had to be formed during and after the Revolution. \n\n\n\nThen there is the contested American narrative – as it was being created there were two races: the enslaved and free African Americans and the Indigenous Nations who were mostly excluded from the narrative. But their subsequent generations would also rewrite the history of the Revolution. “The audience might come in and think the exhibit is trying to be modern\, they’re trying to be inclusive\,” Bakari challenged.  But instead what “we’re trying to do is to give you a chance 250 years out\, to see the American Revolution through the eyes of the founding fathers and the people from the American Revolution generation. What did George Washington see? Black soldiers\, Indigenous allies\, and our French allies fighting against the British. The eyes of Billy Flora\, a free black hero of the Battle of Great Bridge. He was also here at the siege of Yorktown. What did he see versus contested histories written by\, in many cases\, people who were not part of the American Revolution generation. We try to give you the viewpoints of that generation: the Revolutionary generation. Not the narrative\, not the filler but to give you a chance to see what they saw here in Virginia.” \n\n\n\nTravis Henline\, the Curator of Indigenous History and Culture stressed that Revolutions do not happen in a vacuum and that there were decades that preceded the American Revolution where these grievances and ideas formed. He pointed out that it was “a time where people had to make hard choices\, while some may have wanted to remain neutral at the onset of this conflict\, as it proceeded very few had the opportunity to do so. People began to realize that rights were not a spectator sport\, and this touched everyone.” Henline explained that “this Revolution faced all people and we tried to be as inclusive as possible to bring those stories forward.” \n\n\n\nSarah Meschutt\, Senior Curator\, American Revolution Museum at Yorktown compared and contrasted the different printed copies of the Declaration of Independence in the exhibit and their uses. The exhibit has an early broadside like the ones printed on July 4 & 5 of 1776 by John Dunlap\, the official printer to the Continental Congress in Philadelphia. These were intended for broad quick distribution\, posted in public squares and read to the troops. The exhibit also has a  large signed copy you will see in the center of this exhibit which was commissioned and completed 50 years later when the original parchment document was aging. \n\n\n\n“The whole point of the Declaration was to engage the people in the idea behind democracy\, a government for the people. So the Declaration had to be circulated and the way it was disseminated in the 18th century was through print culture. These Dunlap copies were circulated to the Army and read to them by George Washington and other generals\, then the horseman would carry it to the other colonies.” Broadsides tucked in saddle bags spread the ideas of revolution across the colonies. \n\n\n\nThe American Revolutionary Museum at Yorktown has a very early printed broadside copy in the main gallery. It was printed in Boston on July 18th of 1776 which is less than two weeks after the first July 4th printing. When the British took control of Philadelphia the printing went to Baltimore where a woman printer\, Mary Catherine Goddard printed the first with signatures printed on the image. “Those were distributed for ratification by the Colonial Governments\, the States\,” explained Meschutt. Having seen all the signatures of the Goddard prints it was ratified and subsequent copies were produced.  \n\n\n\nThis now brings us to the large glass encased Declaration of Independence that you will see in the center of this Exhibit. Meschutt highlights that “it was most important because it was engraved in 1823 on a large copper plate where the signatures could be reproduced exactly.” It would take William Stone\, the engraver\, three years to produce it. It was produced 50 years to the date of the July 4th Declaration of Independence. John Quincy Adams and a committee of Congress were worried about the original as the parchment Declaration of Independence was  deteriorating.  \n\n\n\nThe Exhibit through graphic displays\, artifacts and multimedia components takes the time to give the audience insight into the different races\, genders and nationalities of the people of the Revolutionary generation.  These are histories that may be unknown to visitors but are a documented part of our shared history.  \n\n\n\nThe Exhibit has seed paper at the end of the exhibition\, as a way to ensure visitors think about the way that revolutionary challenge continues today. The museum invites visitors to take seed paper and write their commitment to Liberty as we move forward as a county. Visitors can then plant it and watch it grow.The exhibition is included with general admission to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Residents of James City County\, York County\, and the City of Williamsburg–including William & Mary students–receive complimentary admission with proof of residency\, and parking is free.For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/give-me-liberty-virginia-the-forging-of-a-nation-2/2026-07-18/
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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SUMMARY:Fresh Views of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Fresh Views of the American Revolution\n\n\n\n American Revolution Museum at Yorktown thru  September 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nPart of Admission (local residence get free admission – see here) \n\n\n\nIn honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution\, the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown will present the special exhibition “Fresh Views of the American Revolution” from October 18\, 2025 through September 7\, 2026. This commemorative exhibit explores America’s 250th through contemporary voices and artistic perspectives. \n\n\n\nVisitors will experience new ways of looking at the ideals and legacies of the Revolution. On view are more than a dozen original paintings by folk artist Oscar de Mejo—created for the 1976 Bicentennial and now part of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation collection—including “The Declaration of Independence\, 1776.” The exhibition will also highlight community art programs inspired by de Mejo’s work. \n\n\n\nAs John Adams reflected in 1818\, the Revolution was not only a political or military triumph but also a “radical change in the principles\, opinions\, sentiments and affection of the people.” This ongoing “living revolution” of ideas remains at the heart of Fresh Views\, encouraging audiences to consider how those principles continue to evolve today. \n\n\n\nLeading up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration in 2026\, the museum will showcase its Bicentennial-era artworks alongside new\, responsive pieces created through contemporary artists\, community members\, and school collaborations. By placing historic and modern perspectives side by side\, the exhibition invites reflection on enduring themes of liberty\, freedom\, equality\, and revolutionary change—allowing each visitor to draw their own meaning from the American Revolution’s unfinished story. More Information
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/fresh-views-of-the-american-revolution-2/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown\, 200 Water Street\, Route 1020\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown,Family Friendly,Yorktown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
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SUMMARY:Family Days at Colonial Williamsburg
DESCRIPTION:Family Days at Colonial Williamsburg\n\n\n\nSchool may be out. But there’s no better time to learn history. \n\n\n\nExperience a weekend of family-centric activities. This summer Colonial Williamsburg is offering free single day admission for children 12 and under during select weekends. Visit a ticketing office onsite to get your tickets.  More Info \n\n\n\n\nJuly 11-12\, 2026\n\n\n\nJuly 18-19\, 2026\n\n\n\nJuly 25-26\, 2026\n\n\n\nAugust 1-2\, 2026\n\n\n\nAugust 8-9\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Perks\n\n\n\nVisit the Raleigh Tavern Bakery during your Family Weekends visit and get a free cookie for all kids accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nVisit a tavern with your family\, and enjoy a free house made ice cream sandwich with all Kid meal orders \n\n\n\nSpecial Conditions: \n\n\n\n\nOffer is valid for youth single-day tickets (ages 0-12) purchased during Family Weekends: July 11-12\, 2026\, July 18-19\, 2026\, July 25-26\, 2026\, August 1-2\, 2026\, August 8-9\, 2026\, August 15-16\, 2026.\n\n\n\nIf visiting for multiple days\, please purchase a separate free single-day youth ticket for each day you plan to attend\n\n\n\nTicket must be used the same day it is purchased\n\n\n\nOffer cannot be combined with any other discounts\n\n\n\nThis offer is only available at our onsite ticket locations (Visitor Center\, Lumber House\, Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg)\n\n\n\nMORE INFO
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/family-days-at-colonial-williamsburg/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center\, 101 Visitor Center Dr\, Williasmburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T230332Z
CREATED:20260519T230329Z
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SUMMARY:The Great American Birthday Quilt Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Great American Birthday Quilt Exhibition\n\n\n\n📅April 11 – Oct. 9🕞9:30 AM – 5 PM📍Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center \n\n\n\nFollowing its grand reveal in Merchants Square\, the Great American Birthday Quilt–created by Visit Williamsburg in partnership with the Muscarelle Museum of Art–will be on display throughout 2026 at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. Visitors are invited to experience this meaningful work of art up close as it unites quilt squares from people across the country\, each helping tell a shared story in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-great-american-birthday-quilt-exhibition/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center\, 101 Visitor Center Dr\, Williasmburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T232345Z
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SUMMARY:Under Arms: The Business of Riflemen
DESCRIPTION:Under Arms: The Business of Riflemen\n\n\n\nMilitary EncampmentDaily from 10 – 10:25 am  (except July 4 and Oct 15) \n\n\n\nSummer 1776: Williamsburg is at war\, and the 7th Virginia Regiment needs your help. Guests of all ages will heed the call to arms and join the 7th 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 business of riflemen. Part of CW Admission with daily ticket\, annual membership or Good Neighbor Pass.  More Info \n\n\n\nUnder Arms: The Business of Riflemen is a participatory program. Guests must be able to stand for at least 25 minutes. The program is open to all would-be soldiers ages 6 to 80.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/under-arms-the-business-of-riflemen/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T104000
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CREATED:20260521T191852Z
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SUMMARY:Centennial!
DESCRIPTION:Centennial!\n\n\n\n📅June 1 – Sep. 6🕞10 AM – 10:40 AM📍Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg \n\n\n\nCelebrate 100 years of Colonial Williamsburg with a guided tour. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/centennial/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg\, 301 S Nassau Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260709T182051Z
CREATED:20240923T171810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T182051Z
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SUMMARY:Seining on the James
DESCRIPTION:🌊 Seining on the James\n\n\n\nTake a closer look at what swims in the James River. Seine with a Ranger to catch\, identify and release different animal species.  Appropriate footwear for walking in the water and on shells recommended.Park at the Farm and Forestry Museum to access College Run Trail. \n\n\n\n📍 College Run Trail Beach Access  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/seining-on-the-james/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Chippokes State Park\, 695 Chippokes Park Rd\, Surry\, Virginia\, 23883\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260309T014522Z
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SUMMARY:Bassett Trace Nature Trail Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:🌿🚶‍♂️ Take a Leisurely Stroll on the Bassett Trace Nature Trail! 🚶‍♀️🌿\n\n\n\nFree & Open to the Public at 10 am \n\n\n\nLove nature and the great outdoors? 🌳🐦 Come explore Virginia’s wildlife and native habitats with Colonial Williamsburg Master Naturalist volunteers! 🦌🌸 \n\n\n\nThey will be your guides\, sharing fascinating facts about the flora and fauna along the trail and the importance of conservation. 🌿🌼  You can walk this trail any day – it is free an open to the public but at this time you will have a Colonial Williamsburg Master Naturalist volunteer guide. \n\n\n\nThis tour meets at the trailhead located in the parking lot of the Gold Wing of the Griffin Hotel.  \n\n\n\nStarting Point: The trailhead by the Griffin Hotel parking lot. 📏 Distance: A relaxing half-mile round trip. \n\n\n\nAfter our guided walk\, feel free to enjoy the full 1.4-mile trail\, which ends at the Green Course Clubhouse. 🏞️🏌  \n\n\n\n ‍M️ORE INFO \n\n\n\nHeads up: There’s rough terrain and bugs\, so wear sturdy shoes and don’t forget the insect repellant! 🥾🦟 Birders\, bring your binoculars for a closer look at our feathered friends! 🦅🔭 \n\n\n\nWeather permitting. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please plan to arrive early as space is limited for this program. \n\n\n\nIf you love nature\, this walk is for you! 🌿❤️ #NatureWalk #BassettTrace #ExploreOutdoors #WilliamsburgVA
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/bassett-trace-nature-trail-guided-tour/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Bassett Trace Nature Trail\, 424 Francis St E\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000
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SUMMARY:WRL Bookmobile FunFest: Books\, Bubbles\, and Foam
DESCRIPTION:Experience unique foam happy fun with a foam cannon that shoots out foam bubbles up to 6 feet high and explore the science of bubbles that you can bounce and roll in your hand.   Plus\, enjoy free snacks and Freeze Pops at noon!  \n\n\n\nMore
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/wrl-bookmobile-funfest/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Abram Frink Jr. Community Center\, 8901 Pocahontas Trail\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T180000
DTSTAMP:20250804T024631Z
CREATED:20250804T024625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T024631Z
UID:10017659-1784368800-1784397600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
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/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T230403Z
CREATED:20260607T230401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T230403Z
UID:10033358-1784370600-1784372400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Rifle Demonstration: The "cursed\, twisted guns"
DESCRIPTION:Rifle Demonstration: The “cursed\, twisted guns”\n\n\n\nMilitary EncampmentDaily from 10:30 – 10:55 amFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC \n\n\n\nStep back to 1776\, where Williamsburg is hosting the birth of a brand-new\, uniquely American army! Right in the shadow of the Public Magazine\, you’ll catch the sharp-shooting riflemen of the 7th Virginia Regiment swapping their trusty hunting skills for serious wartime tactics. Get ready to experience the full sights\, sounds\, and smells of the Revolution as these soldiers fire up their drills and prep for the history-making battles ahead!  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/rifle-demonstration-the-cursed-twisted-guns/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E 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:20260718T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T124500
DTSTAMP:20260715T005113Z
CREATED:20250406T172500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T005113Z
UID:10034590-1784371500-1784378700@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Royal Artillery Firing
DESCRIPTION:Royal Artillery Demonstration – Feel the boom of History!\n\n\n\nDemonstrations take place at 10:45 a.m.\, 11:45 a.m.\, and 12:45 p.m.Behind the Colonial National Historical Park Visitor Center \n\n\n\nThose pesky British are at it again. The Royal Artillery has invaded the Yorktown Battlefield\, and they are showing off their might. \n\n\n\nPark volunteers conduct a series of artillery demonstrations behind the Colonial National Historical Park Visitor Center. Participants will be able to meet re-enactors\, learn about the weapons used during the American Revolution\, and watch live cannon firings. Programs are subject to change or cancellation. Programs may be subject to cancellation due to weather or other circumstances. \n\n\n\nRoyal Artillery 2026 ScheduleSaturday\, July 18th: 10:45am; 11:45am; 12:45pmSaturday\, Aug 22nd: 10:45am; 11:45am; 12:45pmSaturday\, Sept 12th: 10:45am; 11:45am; 12:45pmSUNDAY SEPT 13th: 10:45am; 11:45am; 12:45pmSaturday\, Oct 17th: 10:45am; 11:45am; 12:45pm \n\n\n\nPrograms may be subject to cancellation due to weather or other circumstances. more info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/royal-artillery-firing/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Colonial National Historical Park – Yorktown Battlefield\, 1000 Colonial Pkwy\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yorktown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T112000
DTSTAMP:20260402T200100Z
CREATED:20260402T200056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T200100Z
UID:10032195-1784372400-1784373600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
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-3/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260628T225259Z
CREATED:20260318T001021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T225259Z
UID:10030287-1784372400-1784376000@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/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T195145Z
CREATED:20260622T195141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T195145Z
UID:10010181-1784372400-1784376000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:3D Printing 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of 3D printing and all the ways it’s being used from medical devices to homes! For ages 13+. No registration required. \n\n\n\nMore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/introduction-to-3d-printing-2/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Library\, 515 Scotland Street\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260628T224315Z
CREATED:20260521T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T224315Z
UID:10032938-1784372400-1784379600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Governor’s Musick in the Wythe Parlor
DESCRIPTION:Governor’s Musick in the Wythe Parlor\n\n\n\n📅Wednesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays (June – Sep.)🕞11 AM – 1 PM📍George Wythe House \n\n\n\nMusic lessons played an important role in the education of young ladies and gentlemen in the 18th century. Skill in music helped one shine in polite company and\, for young women especially\, was often seen as an accomplishment that could improve marriage prospects. Music masters offered lessons in homes and rented spaces to those who could afford the leisure of musical study.Visit the parlor of the Wythe House to enjoy popular domestic music performed or sung by members of the Governor’s Musick\, much like Williamsburg’s gentry once experienced. Guests are invited to ask questions about the music and instruments or simply listen and imagine what George Wythe and his young protégé and boarder\, Thomas Jefferson\, may have heard within these walls.Colonial Williamsburg admission required. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/governors-musick-in-the-wythe-parlor/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:George Wythe House\, 112 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,July 4th
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260624T053334Z
CREATED:20260624T052518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T053334Z
UID:10033912-1784379600-1784383200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour
DESCRIPTION:Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour\n\n\n\nTreat the animal lover in your life to this one-hour walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stables and Rare Breeds Program. During this behind-the-scenes tour\, you’ll see some of our animals\, discuss their care\, and may see a carriage get hitched.  CW Admission + $8 Event Ticket More info & tickets
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/stables-behind-the-scenes-tour/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets\, Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260713T024939Z
CREATED:20260713T024904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T024939Z
UID:10034574-1784381400-1784388600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:A Doll's-Eye View
DESCRIPTION:A Doll’s-Eye View\n\n\n\nArt Museum of Colonial WilliamsburgSaturday\, July 181:30 pm\, 2 pm\, 2:30 pm and 3 pm \n\n\n\nJoin a tour at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg and explore the collections from a Doll’s point of view.  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/a-dolls-eye-view/
LOCATION:Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg\, 326 W Francis St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T144500
DTSTAMP:20260615T175636Z
CREATED:20260615T160015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T175636Z
UID:10033717-1784383200-1784385900@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
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-2/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260325T145516Z
CREATED:20260320T195551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T145516Z
UID:10030570-1784386800-1784388600@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/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260716T182347Z
CREATED:20260708T001200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T182347Z
UID:10034312-1784397600-1784404800@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Evening with Valerie Tripp: American Girl Author
DESCRIPTION:Evening with Valerie Tripp: American Girl Author\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 18 Hennage Auditorium\, Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg6 pm \n\n\n\nValerie Tripp (Yale ’73; Harvard GSE ’82) is the award-winning author of American Girl books\, plays\, and short stories about Felicity\, Josefina\, Samantha\, Kit\, Molly\, and Maryellen\, as well as the Welliewisher and Hopscotch Hill School series. Tripp also wrote a STEM series for National Geographic Kids and is the executive editor of the Boys Camp series. She has adapted classics for Sterling Publishers and has written numerous leveled readers\, songs\, stories\, nonfiction essays\, skills book pages\, poems\, and plays for educational publishers. Tripp has spoken at The Smithsonian\, The New York Historical Society\, Mt. Vernon\, The Daughters of the American Revolution Annual Luncheon\, Yale University\, Harvard Graduate School of Education\, and The Library of Congress\, in addition to countless schools\, libraries\, writers’ groups\, book stores\, scout troops\, and organizations that encourage young women such as Girls on the Run and Yes\, She Can. \n\n\n\nThis is part of Felicity Two Day Celebration: A Doll’s History Brought to Life \n\n\n\nmore information & Tickets
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/evening-with-valerie-tripp-american-girl-author/
LOCATION:Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg\, 301 S Nassau Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T193015Z
CREATED:20260621T193012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T193015Z
UID:10033822-1784399400-1784406600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Wine Glass Paint Night at Zoom Room
DESCRIPTION:🎨🍷 Wine Glass Paint Night! 🍷🎨\n\n\n\n📅 Event Details: \n\n\n\n\n🗓️ Date: Saturday\, July 18th\n\n\n\n⏰ Time: 6:30 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Location: Zoom Room Williamsburg\, Virginia\n\n\n\n🧁 Perks: All supplies are provided\, plus snacks and drinks are included! 🍿🥂\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a fun and creative evening out? Join the Zoom Room Crew for a fantastic night of painting! Whether you are an experienced artist or just want to try something completely new\, this event is for everyone. ✨ \n\n\n\n🎨 The Project: Paint your very own custom wine glass! Choose to create a fun\, dog-themed glass (inspiration examples will be provided!) or design something totally unique to take home. 🐕🖌️ \n\n\n\n⚠️ Important Note: Please leave your pups at home for this specific event! This one is just for the humans. 🐾🏠 \n\n\n\n🎟️ Pricing & RSVP:\n\n\n\n\n🌟 VIP Members: $5\n\n\n\n👥 Non-VIP Members: $20\n\n\n\n📝 RSVP IS REQUIRED! Spaces are limited.\n\n\n\n\n Snag your spot now to join us for a creative night out!  Call  757-808-5657 or visit online
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/wine-glass-paint-night-at-zoom-room/
LOCATION:Zoom Room Williamsburg\, 5129 Main Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes - Adults,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T213000
DTSTAMP:20260312T193949Z
CREATED:20260211T225204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T193949Z
UID:10030028-1784401200-1784410200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
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-2/2026-07-18/
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:20260718T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260326T144559Z
CREATED:20260326T051658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T144559Z
UID:10031543-1784403000-1784412000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Trial of a Patriot – New Evening Program
DESCRIPTION:Trial of a Patriot – New Evening Program!!\n\n\n\nThursday and Saturday Nights at 7:30 PM & 9 PM Capitol General Court beginning March 19 – Sept 5\, 2026 (except July 4)See full Schedule visit here. \n\n\n\nAmerica’s War for Independence has failed\, and the leaders of the American Revolution are charged with treason. Participate in this alternative-history trial\, where you question witnesses\, weigh the evidence\, and determine the fate of an American Patriot. More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/trial-of-a-patriot-new-evening-program-5/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg\, E Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260715T220055Z
CREATED:20260714T231700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T220055Z
UID:10034642-1784404800-1784408400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Candlelight Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight Concerts \n\n\n\nBruton Parish Church \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 16 @ 8:00 pm Organ Recital – Dr. JanEl Will\, Organist at Bruton Parish\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 18 at 8 pm Organ & Trumpet Recital Enjoy a candlelit recital presented by Rebecca Davy on organ and Mark Nixon on trumpet.\n\n\n\nSunday July 19 at 5:30 pm Choral Evensong The Choirs of Bruton Parish\, directed by Rebecca Davy with JanEl Will at the organ\, present Music from Great Britain by Stanford\, Britten & Sarah MacDonald.\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23 @ 8:00 pm – Harpsichord Recital – Faythe Vollrath\, International Touring Harpsichordist based in Sacramento\, C\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 25 @ 8:00 pm Flute\, Organ & Harpsichord RecitalSuzanne Daniel\, Flute & Rebecca Davy\, Organ & Harpsichor\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 30 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital – Justin Oei\, Organist from The Falls Church in Falls Church\, VA\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 1 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital –  Dr. JanEl Will\, Organist at Bruton Parish\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 6 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital – Dr. JanEl Will\, Organist at Bruton Parish\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 8 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital – Dr. JanEl Will\, Organist at Bruton Parish\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 @ 8:00 pm – Classical Guitar Recital – Louis Vangieri\, Guitarist from Williamsburg\, Virginia\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 15 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital – Ryan Tibbetts\, Organist from St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Richmond\, Virginia \n\n\n\nThursday\, August 20 @ 8:00 pm – Organ & Harpsichord Recital – Rebecca Davy\, Music Director & Organist at Bruton Parish\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 22 @ 8:00 pm – Organ & Harpsichord Recital – Rebecca Davy\, Music Director & Organist at Bruton Parish \n\n\n\nThursday\, August 27 @ 8:00 pm – Organ\, Flute & Oboe Recital – Cheryl Van Ornam\, Organist\, Timothy Arnette\, Flutist\, George Pavelis\, Oboist\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 29 @ 8:00 pm – Organ Recital – Agnes French\, Organist from Williamsburg\, Virginia\n\n\n\n\nFreewill offerings are gratefully received.Rebecca Davy\, Music Director & Organist\, Dr. JanEl Will\, Organist \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistoric Organ Recitals in the W&M Wren ChapelSaturday\, July 4\, 10:00-10:30 am – Rebecca Davy\, OrganistSaturday\, July 11\, 10:00-10:30 am – Sarah Bland\, OrganistSaturday\, July 18\, 10:00-10:30 am – Thomas Marshall\, OrganistSaturday\, July 25\, 10:00-10:30 am – Rebecca Davy\, OrganistSaturday\, August 1\, 10:00-10:30 am – Thomas Marshall\, OrganistSaturday\, August 8\, 10:00-10:30 am – Sarah Bland\, OrganistSaturday\, August 15\, 10:00-10:30 am – Norman Elton\, OrganistSaturday\, August 22\, 10:00-10:30 am – Rebecca Davy\, OrganistSaturday\, August 29\, 10:00-10:30 am – Rebecca Davy\, Organist
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/candlelight-concerts-in-bruton-parish-church-2/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260621T130015Z
CREATED:20260512T152129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T130015Z
UID:10033809-1784404800-1784415600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:AquaGlow at Water Country USA
DESCRIPTION:AquaGlow\, is a limited-capacity nighttime event at Water Country USA! This family-friendly experience transforms the park into a glowing after-dark escape filled with energy and excitement. Dance the night away in electrified party zones featuring a live DJ\, explore immersive areas decked out in vibrant neon lights and glowing décor\, and enjoy captivating live entertainment that keeps the celebration going strong. Plus\, experience a high-energy bubble party bursting with fun for all ages. With low wait times on favorite attractions. \n\n\n\n\nAquaGlow takes place from 8:00-11:00pm\n\n\n\nMust have AquaGlow wristband to be in park for the event.\n\n\n\nGet your Water Country USA AquaGlow\, Tickets Starting at $34.99\n\n\n\n\nAquaGlow requires a separate ticket. Tickets can be purchased in advance online. Already in the park during the day? Visit Guest Relations before 7 PM to purchase your AquaGlow wristband and stay for the fun! \n\n\n\nMembers receive exclusive discounted event tickets through the Member portal. Plus\, your regular in-park discounts on food\, drinks\, and merchandise apply—based on your Membership tier. \n\n\n\nDATES:Friday – June 19 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – June 20 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – June 26 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – June 27 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – July 3 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – July 4 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – July 10 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – July 11 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – July 17 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – July 18 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – July 24 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – July 25 from 8 – 11 pmFriday – July 31 from 8 – 11 pmSaturday – August 1 from 8 -11 pmSaturday – August 8 from 8 -11 pmSaturday – August 15 from 8 -11 pm \n\n\n\nMore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/aquaglow-at-water-country-usa/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Water Country USA\, 176 Water Country Pkwy\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family Friendly,July 4th,Outdoor Adventure
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SUMMARY:Kinetix A New Generation
DESCRIPTION:Kinetix A New Generation\n\n\n\n\nShow Dates: Thurs – Sun  | June 26 – July 26 (June 25th is Member Preview show) \n\n\n\nShow Times: 8:30 PM \n\n\n\nLocation:  Royal Palace at Busch Gardens\n\n\n\nIncluded with Admission\n\n\n\nMore Info\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to move as the pulse-pounding Kinetix: A New Generation turns up the energy to eleven! Starring powerhouse vocalists and a world-class roster of specialty acts\, this high-octane live experience features gravity-defying acrobats\, jaw-dropping aerialists\, and high-flying stunts you have to see to believe – all set to an electrifying soundtrack full to today’s biggest hits! 
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/kinetix-a-new-generation/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Busch Gardens Williamsburg\, 1 Busch Gardens Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Busch Gardens,Live Music
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