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SUMMARY:Aroma Light Fall Sale: 30% off storewide
DESCRIPTION:Aroma Light’s Fall Sale – 30% Off Storewide\n\n\n\nDiscover Aroma Light\, your new destination for scented candles and home fragrance at 5127 Main St! Enjoy 30% off storewide through October 31\, in-store only. Explore fall scents like Pumpkin Macadamia\, Bobbing For Apples\, and Witches Brew\, perfect for a cozy home or holiday gifts. Chamber members receive an extra 10% off. \n\n\n\nAroma Light5127 Main StNew Town in Williamsburg Virginia
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/aroma-light-fall-sale-30-off-storewide/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Aroma Light\, 5127 Main St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sale
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SUMMARY:Walk this Way: Williamsburg Walking Club Series
DESCRIPTION:Walk This Way: Williamsburg Walking Club • Ages 14+ FREE!Sept 12 – Register HereOct 17 – Register HereBeing active is the secret to staying healthy\, and walking is a great way to get moving! Let our walking coaches guide you through the trails of James City County. Whether you bring a friend\, family or meet a new neighbor\, you’ll have a blast while having a positive impact on your health. New trail start location every month. \n\n\n\nFree! Register by phoning 757-259-4200 or Sept 12 – Register HereOct 17 – Register Here
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/walk-this-way/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Greensprings Interpretive Trail\, 3751 John Tyler Hwy\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure
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SUMMARY:Disability Awareness Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:All Ages with Disabilities FREE!Come Trick or Treating in a fun\, sensory friendly environment while learning about community resources for children and adults with disabilities. Enjoy activities for all ages\, allergy free treats and a sensory break room. \n\n\n\nFor event questions\, please call 757-259-5354 or email Tracy.Newsom@jamescitycountyva.gov. 
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/disability-awareness-trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Abram Frink Jr. Community Center\, 8901 Pocahontas Trail\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
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SUMMARY:Yorktown Market Days: Victory Market
DESCRIPTION:Victory Market\n\n\n\nHuzzah! Victory is sweet—sometimes with a hint of honey and chocolate.Celebrate at this patriotic market filled with red\, white\, and blue pride. Visitors can shop local artists offering Americana-inspired art\, woodwork\, and glassware\, or stock up on all-American eats and French-inspired treats. Every bite and brushstroke is a celebration of freedom! \n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 3 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nKids’ Crafts (while supplies last)\n\n\n\nRevolutionary Spy Games\n\n\n\nWrite your own Declaration of Independence!\n\n\n\nHamilton Coloring Sheets\n\n\n\n\n10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nThe Liberty Dolls perform on the Riverwalk Landing Stage\n\n\n\n\nIn case of inclement weather\, the market will move to the lower level of the Water Street Parking Terrace. \n\n\n\nThe free\, ADA-accessible Yorktown Trolley will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during Victory Weekend. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/victory-market-yorktown/
LOCATION:Riverwalk Landing\, 331 Water Street\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmer's Market,Yorktown
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SUMMARY:Yorktown Victory Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Yorktown Victory Celebration\n\n\n\nAmerican Revolution Museum at Yorktown Saturday\, October 17 Sunday\, October 18 \n\n\n\nCelebrations\, demonstrations & special events \n\n\n\nCelebrate America’s momentous 1781 Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown on October 17 & 18 with artillery firings\, exhibits and interpretive programs examining the pivotal siege. \n\n\n\nInterpretive demonstrations\n\n\n\nAt the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown visitors to the Continental Army encampment will discover aspects of military life\, from enlistment to troop supplies and flintlock muskets to 18th-century medical care. Throughout the day\, visitors can discuss military tactics and learn about life in the Virginia colony. \n\n\n\nArtillery demonstrations\, showcasing the varied roles of the artillery crew\, will take place in the outdoor amphitheater at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. \n\n\n\nFarm visitors can learn about typical life of a Revolution-era farming family. Special demonstrations will explore 18th-century foodways and the convergence of cultures through food at the farm kitchen and enslaved people’s quarters.More information about this event can be found here \n\n\n\nOn Yorktown Day on October 19\, the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown offers free admission to active duty\, reserve and retired military personnel and up to three direct family members with military identification.  \n\n\n\nFREE admission for residents of James City County\, York County and the City of Williamsburg\, including William & Mary students\, with proof of residency.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/victory-celebration-in-yorktown/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown\, 200 Water Street\, Route 1020\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown,Yorktown
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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-2/2026-10-17/
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: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/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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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/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Bassett Trace Nature Trail\, 424 Francis St E\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Creek Canoe
DESCRIPTION:Creek Canoe\n\n\n\nYork River State Park \n\n\n\nCome on out for a ranger lead canoe trip through the beautiful wetlands of York River State Park. Paddle up Taskinas Creek and spot some of the critters who call our estuary home while learning about the importance of these fragile ecosystems. \n\n\n\nTo reserve your spot please visit our EventBrite here: Creek Canoe . Tickets are $9 per person or $6 per person for families of 4 or more. Payment will be made at the visitor center before we head out on the water. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time\, gear distribution and safety talks start promptly at 10 AM.  \n\n\n\nThis trip will be for canoes only and will last about 2 hours. We will provide all paddles\, canoes and personal flotation devices. This event is subject to cancellation or rescheduling dependent on weather. Be sure to wear closed toe shoes and lots of sunscreen! Please keep in mind that we cannot accommodate children under the age of 6 as per American Canoe Association guidelines. \n\n\n\nOther details\n\n\n\nStandard parking or admission fee applies: No.Extra fee: $9 per person\, $6 per person for families of 4 or more.Registration required: Yes.Children welcome: Yes.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/creek-canoe/
LOCATION:York River State Park\, 9801 York River Park Road\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Adventure
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SUMMARY:Ninth Annual 2026 ECW AutoFest
DESCRIPTION:ALL MAKES AND MODELS WELCOME! \n\n\n\nTrophies  – Raffle Prizes – Vendors – Food Trucks – Free Wine and Beer Tastings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShow starts with a special appearance from the Williamsburg Field Music Fifes and Drums. Attendees vote for “People’s Choice” and “Kids’ Choice”.  \n\n\n\nFree Beer & Wine Tasting from The Virginia Beer Company and Gauthier Vineyard. Old City BBQ Food Truck & Charley’s Airport Restaurant on site as well as Sip & Smile Coffee and Soda Truck. \n\n\n\nThe fundraiser this year benefits The Joshua Chamberlain Project. \n\n\n\nMore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/ninth-annual-2026-ecw-autofest/
LOCATION:Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport\, 100 Marclay Drive\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:🌾 13th Annual Harvest Festival\n\n\n\n📅October 17\, 2026🕞10 AM – 5 PM📍Chippokes State Park \n\n\n\nChippokes State Park invites the community to the 13th Annual Harvest Festival\, sponsored by the Friends of Chippokes (FOC). \n\n\n\nGuests can celebrate this year’s fall harvest at one of the oldest continuously farmed properties in the nation. The festival will feature live music and family activities such as an antique tractor pull\, pumpkin painting\, corn cob dolls\, corn hole\, tractor-drawn hayrides\, and an active sawmill site. A wide variety of local food and craft vendors will also be on site. \n\n\n\nVisitors can see antique harvest equipment in operation and watch costumed interpreters cook on the hearth in the 1850s Brick Kitchen. Guided tours of the antebellum Jones-Stewart Mansion and self-guided tours of the Farm and Forestry Museum are included. For more information\, see here. \n\n\n\nThe festival takes place rain or shine.Those interested in being a craft vendor can contact the park office at 757-294-3625 or email kathryn.lane@dcr.virginia.gov. \n\n\n\n🚗 $7 vehicle entry/parking fee applies.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Chippokes State Park\, 695 Chippokes Park Rd\, Surry\, Virginia\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure
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SUMMARY:The Counts Spooktacular at Busch Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kiddos (ages nine and under) to The Count’s Spooktacular and celebrate not-too-spooky daytime family fun!  \n\n\n\nSesame Street Forest of Fun will be festively decorated. Kids are welcome to dress up in their costumes and enjoy the fun including family-friendly rides\, hay maze\, and a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt. Other highlights include Sesame Street-themed shows Countdown to Halloween\, the interactive Monster Mayhem Game Show and the Furry Friends Halloween Dance Party. Trick-or-treat throughout Wild Reserve; to gather special Halloween treats and get one-of-a-kind photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends dressed up in costume.  \n\n\n\nSpooktacular is included with park admission.  \n\n\n\nmore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-counts-spooktacular-at-busch-gardens/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Busch Gardens Williamsburg\, 1 Busch Gardens Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Busch Gardens,Family Friendly,Halloween
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T170000
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UID:10041162-1792231200-1792256400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:VA250 Mobile Museum\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 16 – Sunday October 19 Yorktown Battlefield Visitors Center10 am- 5 pm \n\n\n\nIt is free and open to the public. Step aboard to learn America’s story! A hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many\, One” is housed in an expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond\, in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. The mobile museum brings key stories of Virginia’s rich history to schools\, museums\, local events\, fairs\, and more\, highlighting every region of the state. Since its launch in January 2025\, the two mobile museum units have brought history to over 60\,000 visitors.  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/va250-mobile-museum/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Colonial National Historical Park – Yorktown Battlefield\, 1000 Colonial Pkwy\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly,Yorktown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T154030Z
CREATED:20260607T230401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T154030Z
UID:10033449-1792233000-1792234800@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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T124500
DTSTAMP:20260715T005113Z
CREATED:20250406T172500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T005113Z
UID:10034594-1792233900-1792241100@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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T114500
DTSTAMP:20260823T190825Z
CREATED:20260818T181734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T190825Z
UID:10039775-1792234800-1792237500@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Smart Moves Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Smart Moves is an inclusive\, movement-powered learning program that turns core educational concepts into fun\, active video lessons. Each episode invites learners of all abilities to grow through motion\, imagination\, and play! Once a month at the library\, we’ll read a different story\, watch a short video\, and do fun activities that reinforce what we’ve learned. For more information and to view the videos we’ll watch\, check out Smart Moves website here. \n\n\n\nRecommended for ages 4-8. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program. \n\n\n\nMore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/smart-moves-storytime/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:James City County Library\, 7770 Croaker Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23188\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20260923T165311Z
CREATED:20260923T165302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T165311Z
UID:10040641-1792234800-1792242000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Pocket Museum Community Meet & Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community celebration of Pocket Museum and the start of our second session! Meet young Pocket Museum artists\, trade our newly designed artist trading cards\, and learn more about the program. \nEnjoy a complimentary slider & hot dog bar from Turn the Page Bookshop\, sodas & Gatorade from Point 5 Williamsburg\, free cornhole at NES Cornhole Lounge\, and a hands-on kids’ activity from Williamsburg Premium Outlets.  Plus\, enter our raffle featuring prizes from local businesses! \n📒 Pocket Museum Trading Card Binders will be available for purchase. \nThe public is invited—everyone is welcome! \n\n\nMore information on Facebook Events: https://www.facebook.com/share/1cVVdjiKR2/
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/pocket-museum-community-meet-trade/
LOCATION:NES Cornhole Lounge\, 5699-12 Richmond Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art & Craft Fair,Art Show,Family Friendly,Grand Opening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pocket Museum":MAILTO:pocketmuseumco@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20261015T193612Z
CREATED:20261015T131500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T193612Z
UID:10016441-1792234800-1792242000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Meet & Greet with Book Signing\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 17\, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. at Revolutions Store \n\n\n\nJoin us for a book signing with local author Pamela Kinney. Kinney is the author of Virginia’s Haunted Historic Triangle and Haunted Virginia: Legends\, Myths & True Tales. Copies of the books will be available for purchase at the signing. The book signing event is free.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/meet-greet-with-book-signing/
LOCATION:Revolutions Store\, 101 Visitor Center Dr\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Merchants Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T145747Z
CREATED:20260923T174047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T145747Z
UID:10040690-1792236600-1792238400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
DESCRIPTION:1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma\n\n\n\nCW AdmissionPlayhouse Stage \n\n\n\n\nView Event \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-colonial-williamsburg/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Playhouse Stage\, 214 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20261011T115654Z
CREATED:20261011T115649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T115654Z
UID:10041140-1792238400-1792242000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Revolutionary Transformations
DESCRIPTION:Explore William & Mary’s Revolutionary History on a Free Guided Tour  \n\n\n\nThe community is invited to discover how the revolution transformed William & Mary\, from changes in its academic programs to its role in key events leading to American independence. Revolutionary Transformations tours explore the people\, places\, and stories that connect the college to the revolution and raise questions about freedom\, education\, and life in a new republic. \n\n\n\nLed by William & Mary undergraduate students\, these tours are part of a course-based research and public engagement project directed by Dr. Robyn Schroeder in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence.  \n\n\n\nTours stops at 9 locations on campus including the Wren Building and other historic spots.  \n\n\n\nTours are free and open to the public\, you must signup for a tour as spots are limited. Tours run Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, and Monday through December 6. Signup here! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Revolutionary Transformations. \n\n\n\nTour Information
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/revolutionary-transformations/
LOCATION:College of William & Mary\, Wren Building\, 111 Jamestown Road\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,William & Mary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260916T174307Z
CREATED:20260916T174303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T174307Z
UID:10040456-1792238400-1792260000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Field Dayz
DESCRIPTION:Precarious Beer Projects Field Dayz 8!! Enjoy craft beer\, local food vendors\, live music\, activities for all ages\, and a full afternoon of fall fun! \n\n\n\nThis is the same beer festival you love\, but this year with added fun for the kids to include face painting\, a ballon artist\, a petting zoo\, a giant inflatable side\, and crafts! \n\n\n\nTickets are $10 each and include one token redeemable for food or a beverage at the event. Kids 12 and under are free! \n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/precarious-field-dayz/
LOCATION:Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg\, 326 W Francis St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
DTSTAMP:20261004T214325Z
CREATED:20260624T052518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T214325Z
UID:10034003-1792242000-1792245600@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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20261015T194442Z
CREATED:20261015T194437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T194442Z
UID:10041183-1792242000-1792249200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Free Tasting Events: Mead or Wine
DESCRIPTION:Free Tasting Events at Colonial Williamsburg Stores\n\n\n\nEnjoy tasting events at our stores! Sample Colonial Williamsburg wine\, mead\, and other gourmet foods sold in our stores. All tastings take place on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. Tastings are free to attend. (You must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID to sample alcohol.) Here is the schedule for 3 different locations. More information HERE \n\n\n\nEnjoy free tastings throughout the fall and holiday season at Colonial Williamsburg retail stores! Sample exclusive Colonial Williamsburg wines and meads from local vendors\, Silver Hand Meadery of Williamsburg and Gauthier Vineyards of New Kent. \n\n\n\n\nOctober 17\, 1-3 p.m. at John Greenhow – Silver Hand Meadery\n\n\n\nOctober 25\, 1-3 p.m. at John Greenhow – Gauthier Vineyards\n\n\n\nNovember 14\, 1-3 p.m. at John Greenhow – Silver Hand Meadery\n\n\n\nDecember 19\, 1-3 p.m. at John Greenhow – Silver Hand Meadery\n\n\n\n*No purchase required. You must be 21 years of age to sample alcohol and present a valid ID. One sample per person.\n\n\n\n\n*You must be 21 years or older and present a valid ID to sample alcohol. Tastings are free. No purchase required. \n\n\n\nMore information HERE
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-tasting-events-mead-or-wine/
LOCATION:John Greenhow\, 108 W. Duke of Gloucester Street\, williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20261015T152945Z
CREATED:20260608T160603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T152945Z
UID:10005350-1792242000-1792252800@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Jigsaw Puzzling Competition & Swap
DESCRIPTION:Test your jigsaw puzzle skills in a competition for prizes and glory and swap out some of your puzzles.   \n\n\n\nTeam Puzzling: Teams of four will compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle within two hours. Don’t have a complete team of four? We’ll do our best to pair you up on the day of the contest.  Please sign up your entire team at the same time and using the same email address. \n\n\n\nPuzzle Swap: Bring in your old puzzles for a chance to swap them out for different ones at our puzzle swap table. NOTE: All puzzles must be in the original box and contain\, to the best of your knowledge\, all the pieces. Ends at 3:30 p.m.  \n\n\n\nFor ages 13 through adult; space is limited so registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/jigsaw-puzzle/
LOCATION:James City County Library\, 7770 Croaker Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23188\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T144500
DTSTAMP:20260810T055551Z
CREATED:20260809T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T055551Z
UID:10033730-1792245600-1792248300@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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260926T005549Z
CREATED:20260730T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T005549Z
UID:10040803-1792249200-1792260000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Live Music at Berret’s
DESCRIPTION:Live Music at Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill\n\n\n\n3 – 6 pm \n\n\n\nEnjoy live\, outdoor music\, daily from 3 pm – 6 pm.  Please note all outdoor dining is First-Come\, First Serve. \n\n\n\nMusic schedule is subject to change without notice\, weather permitting \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 26 Richie Beard (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 26 Zach Moats\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 27 Paul Urban\n\n\n\nMonday\, September 28 Mike de Moss\n\n\n\nTuesday\, September 29 Phil Casey\n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 30 Stephan Christoff\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 1 Dale Buettner\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 2 Steve Smith\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 3 Mike deMoss (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 3 Billy Joe Daniel\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 4 Dave Crumpler\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 5 Lane Rice\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 6 Richie Beard\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 7 Johnny & Lynne\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 8 Paul Norfleet\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 9 Virginia Shellfish Coalition\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 10 Brian Carmona (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 10 Brian Carmona\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 11 Dan Rosnato\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 12 Mike deMoss\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 13 Joe Heilman\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 14 Todd Murray\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 15 Corey Pavlosky\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 16 Phil Poteat\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 17 Mike deMoss (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 17 Pavel Solopov\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 18 Melanie Howdershell\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 19 Joey Wood\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 20 Audio Portrait Duo\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 21 Stephen Chrisoff\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 22 Debra & Patrick\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 23 Nathan Lienard\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 24  TBD (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 24 Richie Beard\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 25 Connor Pittman\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 26 Joey Wood\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 27 Joe Heilman\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 28 Louis Vangieri\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 29 Jacob Adcock\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 30 Charlton Phaneuf\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 31 TBD (12:00-3:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 31 Robert DG
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/live-music-at-berrets/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill\, 199 S Boundary St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Merchants Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260927T163733Z
CREATED:20260927T045018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T163733Z
UID:10040818-1792249200-1792260000@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:BAEPLEX Trunk or Treat Festival
DESCRIPTION:BAEPLEX Trunk or Treat Festival\n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce the 6th Annual BAEPLEX Trunk or Treat Festival will be hosted on Saturday\, October 17 from 3pm-6pm. This year we are hosting 30+ decorated trunks\, including several local community organizations. Plus: 🍬1st 100 Families to attend will receive a special Goodie Bag! 🍬Kids Costume Contest (1st-3rd Place Winners) 🍬Raffle Drawings 🍬Bounce Houses 🍬Face Painting 🍬Candy & Treats 🍬Music 🍬MORE… This is one of our favorite family-friendly community events of the year\, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you. Invite your friends\, wear your costumes\, and come make unforgettable memories! 🍬 FREE Admission • Family-Friendly • Fun for All Ages🍬 TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/baeplex-trunk-or-treat-festival/
LOCATION:Baeplex\, 500 Bulifants Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Halloween
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T173000
DTSTAMP:20261015T154214Z
CREATED:20260823T220317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T154214Z
UID:10039968-1792251000-1792258200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Boo-tiful Blooms Painting Party
DESCRIPTION:Update: This event has sold out. \n\n\n\nBoo-tiful Blooms Painting Party\n\n\n\n📅 October 17th | 3:30–5:30pm📍 Williamsburg Winery Tasting Room\, 427 W Duke of Gloucester\, Williamsburg\, VA👻🎨 Paint a Friendly Little Ghost at the Williamsburg Winery!More Info & Sign Up \n\n\n\nCelebrate the season with a sweet and playful painting session on October 17th at the Williamsburg Winery Tasting Room! 🍷✨ \n\n\n\nGuests will bring to life an adorable ghost cradling a pumpkin vase filled with warm fall flowers—showing off spooky season’s cutest side with zero scares included. 🎃🌸 \n\n\n\nNo experience is needed! The instructor will guide painters step-by-step through the entire piece\, so even complete beginners will walk away with a piece of art they’ll love. \n\n\n\n👻 All painting supplies included🍷 Wine and drinks available for purchase at the bar🎨 Take home your finished canvas🍂 Perfect for date nights\, girls’ nights\, or a cozy fall afternoonMore Info & Sign Up
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/boo-tiful-blooms-painting-party/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Winery Merchants Square Tasting Room\, 427 W Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes - Adults,Merchants Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T164500
DTSTAMP:20261008T153611Z
CREATED:20261008T153211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T153611Z
UID:10041062-1792252800-1792255500@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Beat the Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Retreat\n\n\n\n🕞4 PM – 4:45 PM 📍Military encampment \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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T201057Z
CREATED:20261015T175805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T201057Z
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SUMMARY:EFFIE - Film Premiere with Q&A
DESCRIPTION:EFFIE – Film Premiere with Q&A\n\n\n\nKimball TheatreSaturday\, Oct 17 at 6 pm \n\n\n\nMore Info & Tickets \n\n\n\nThe October 17 presentation is more than a traditional film screening. Immediately following EFFIE\, Knight and Thompson will take the stage for a live audience Q&A exploring the remarkable real-life case behind the film\, which elements of the story are drawn from actual events\, the process of translating those events to the screen\, and the development of the upcoming feature film KINDNESS – The Effie Williams Story \n\n\n\nFilmmaker and Virginia Black Film Festival founder Bryan G Thompson will return to the director’s chair with EFFIE\, a powerful new film based on a true story\, screening October 17\, 2026\, at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Kimball Theatre in Williamsburg\, Virginia. The screening will be followed by a live conversation with Thompson and writer/executive producer Ted Knight. \n\n\n\nSet in rural Georgia\, EFFIE tells the story of a Black woman accused and ultimately convicted of killing her husband through a judicial process marked by profound inequities. Rather than simply recounting an injustice from another era\, the film examines the courage\, compassion and perseverance of people confronted with a system that appears determined to deny them justice. \n\n\n\nFor Thompson\, the story carries a message that extends well beyond the period in which it takes place. \n\n\n\n“Hope\, perseverance\, and human decency can prevail in the face of injustice. People need that reminder in 2026 as much as they did in 1920.”— Bryan G Thompson\, Director \n\n\n\nThompson is the founder of the Virginia Black Film Festival and a filmmaker whose directing career spans 13 feature films across multiple genres. His work as both a filmmaker and festival founder has centered on creating opportunities for independent storytelling and bringing filmmakers and audiences together around stories capable of reaching beyond traditional boundaries. \n\n\n\nKnight believes EFFIE is one of those stories. \n\n\n\n“This is an American story beyond race and politics. It reminds us that oppression can build walls and bars\, but it cannot imprison faith\, dignity\, or truth. The human spirit endures\, and courage becomes an act of kindness.”— Ted Knight\, Writer & Executive Producer. \n\n\n\nThe Williamsburg screening provides audiences with an opportunity to experience the story on the big screen and then hear directly from the filmmakers about the history and people who inspired it. \n\n\n\nMore Info & Tickets
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/effie-film-premiere-with-qa/
LOCATION:Kimball Theatre\, 428 W Duke of Gloucester St\,\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Movie
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