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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/2026-10-18/
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-2/2026-10-18/
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:Modern Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:Williamsburg United Methodist Church offers a new Modern Worship Service at 9:30 am (as well as Traditional services at 8:15 am & 11:00 am). The new Modern Service is designed for families\, young adults\, and anyone seeking a relaxed\, authentic way to connect with God and community. Live music with full band including guitar\, drums\, piano and more. \n\n\n\nChildren will have a special place in worship with small tables and quiet activities so they are included and engaged during the service. Nursery drop off is available.  \n\n\n\nThis is  casual\, family-friendly atmosphere where everyone belongs. \n\n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/modern-worship-service/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Williamsburg United Methodist Church\, 500 Jamestown Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T103000
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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/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Military Encampment\, 103 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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SUMMARY:Reschedule to Sunday 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/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport\, 100 Marclay Drive\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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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/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Busch Gardens Williamsburg\, 1 Busch Gardens Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Busch Gardens,Family Friendly,Halloween
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T170000
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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/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T110000
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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/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T190647Z
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SUMMARY:Friends & Family Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:FREE OUTDOOR FUN! Please join the Historic Virginia Land Conservancy for our sixth annual Friends & Family Fall Festival on Sunday\, October 18th\, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm at Freedom Park\, Free Black Settlement Area\, in Williamsburg.  \n\n\n\nActivities include a petting zoo\, face painting\, balloon sculptures\, an inflatable obstacle course\, music\, activity tents\, educational exhibits and door prizes. Food and drink available for purchase from Dominion Dogs and Shoofly Dairy Bar.  \n\n\n\nSponsored by Susan & Tom Chamberlain\, TowneBank and AES Consulting Engineers. For more info visit www.HistoricVirginiaLandConservancy.org or by calling 757-565-0343. Event held rain or shine.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/friends-family-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Freedom Park\, 5537 Centerville Road\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:2nd Sundays Art & Music Festival (rescheduled from last week due to weather)
DESCRIPTION:Great News! 2nd Sundays Art & Music Festival was rescheduled to Oct 18th!! Last Sunday’s weather rained it out so it was rescheduled to Sunday Oct 18th \n\n\n\nStroll the streets of Downtown Williamsburg and take in unique handcrafts from 190+ vendors\, 6 blocks of live music\, food trucks\, performing arts and more in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere. There’s something to be enjoyed by all! ADMISSION IS FREE. Pet friendly. Great way to spend the Sunday in the Burg! \n\n\n\nFor a list of vendors click HERE. \n\n\n\n2026 Dates:March 8April 12May 10June 14July 12August 9September 13October 11November 8December 13
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/2nd-sundays-art-music-festival-3/
LOCATION:2nd Sundays Williamsburg – Art & Music Festival\, 401 North Boundary Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art & Craft Fair,Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly,Live Music
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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/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T124418Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T124418Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Playdate
DESCRIPTION:Join the Library for a sensory adventure! Enjoy an hour of sensory bin play\, a simple craft and coloring\, before our regular open hours. Children can explore sensory bins filled with textures\, colors and objects. Encourage sensory development\, fine motor skills and fun as they dig\, pour and discover! Designed for children with special needs\, this program is open to all ages. \n\n\n\nMore
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/sensory-playdate/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:James City County Library\, 7770 Croaker Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23188\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTSTAMP:20261004T214325Z
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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/2026-10-18/
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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SUMMARY:Lafayette: The Campaign That Won Independence
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette: The Campaign That Won Independence\n\n\n\nKimball TheatreSunday\, October 181 pm \n\n\n\nThe Marquis de Lafayette was a French aristocrat who volunteered to serve at his own expense under General Washington. In 1781\, he was dispatched to Virginia to play a cat and mouse campaign against British General Lord Cornwallis\, that would end with the allied victory at Yorktown in October 1781. Come learn about the important events that lead to this monumental victory.  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/lafayette-the-campaign-that-won-independence/
LOCATION:Kimball Theatre\, 428 W Duke of Gloucester St\,\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Merchants Square,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260715T005724Z
CREATED:20260707T200200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T005724Z
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SUMMARY:Lambs Artillery
DESCRIPTION:Lambs Artillery 2026 Schedule\n\n\n\nHurrah! The Continental Army has returned to Yorktown to save the day\, and they are putting on quite a show! Royal Artillery Demonstration – Feel the boom of History! \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 cannon demonstrations with the Lamb’s Artillery 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. \n\n\n\nDemonstrations take place at 12:45 p.m.\, 1:45 p.m.\, and 2:45 p.m. Programs may be subject to cancellation due to weather or other circumstances. \n\n\n\nLambs Artillery 2026 ScheduleSunday\, Aug 23rd: 1:00pm\, 2:00pm\, 3:00pm.Sunday\, Sept 20th: 1:00pm\, 2:00pm\, 3:00pm.Sunday\, Oct 18th: 1:00pm\, 2:00pm\, 3:00pm. \n\n\n\nPrograms may be subject to cancellation due to weather or other circumstances. more info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/lambs-artillery-firing-yorktown-battlefield/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T144500
DTSTAMP:20260810T055336Z
CREATED:20260810T055315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T055336Z
UID:10035439-1792332000-1792334700@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:My Boy Has Gone for a Soldier
DESCRIPTION:My Boy Has Gone for a Soldier\n\n\n\n📍Hennage Auditorium \n\n\n\nIn this moving historical portrayal\, Jane Vobe–a single mother and tavern keeper in Williamsburg–grapples with the emotional conflict between love of country and love of family as her only child\, David Miller\, leaves in September 1776 to join the Continental Army. Her story offers a heartfelt glimpse into the personal sacrifices behind the American Revolution. Admission to Colonial Williamsburg is required. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/my-boy-has-gone-for-a-soldier-2/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg\, 301 S Nassau Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T003925Z
CREATED:20261005T003921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T003925Z
UID:10041026-1792332000-1792339200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Mommy & Me: Boo-tiful Blooms Canvas Mixed Media Class
DESCRIPTION:First Mommy & Me Class with Danielle! Spend quality time with your little one creating an adorable mixed-media ghost painting together!  \n\n\n\nThis fun and creative class is the perfect Mommy & Me date\, filled with painting\, colorful embellishments\, and plenty of special moments to enjoy together! \n\n\n\nAges 5+ years. $55.00 per couple. Register online.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/mommy-me-canvas-class/
LOCATION:Paint on Pottery\, 1430 High St\, Ste 504\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes - Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260204T183134Z
CREATED:20260204T183131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T183134Z
UID:10028351-1792333800-1792337400@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Paws to Read with K-9 Connection
DESCRIPTION:Reading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy\, four-legged friend\, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience. Drop in to read a story to trained therapy dogs\, no registration required.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/paws-to-read/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:James City County Library\, 7770 Croaker Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260926T005549Z
CREATED:20260730T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T005549Z
UID:10040804-1792335600-1792346400@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/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T164500
DTSTAMP:20261008T153611Z
CREATED:20261008T153211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T153611Z
UID:10041063-1792339200-1792341900@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/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T173000
DTSTAMP:20261011T114740Z
CREATED:20261010T220902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T114740Z
UID:10041047-1792339200-1792344600@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Colonial Field Hockey Fall Training
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Field Hockey Fall Training\n\n\n\nIt’s time to get back on the field!  \n\n\n\nWe are so excited to begin preparing for another great Colonial Field Hockey Club season\, and we want to see a BIG turnout from our Colonial athletes this fall and to carry on into the winter and spring seasons.  \n\n\n\nIf your athlete plans to play Colonial Club field hockey this season\, now is the time to start preparing. Waiting until tournament season arrives means playing catch-up. These fall sessions are designed to give athletes the extra touches\, repetitions\, confidence\, and game experience they need to feel prepared when competition begins. \n\n\n\n COLONIAL FALL TRAINING SESSIONS \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 18\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 25\n\n\n\nSunday\, November 1\n\n\n\nSunday\, November 8\n\n\n\n\n 4:00–5:30 PM U19\, U16\, U14\, U12\, U10\, U8 & Under $80 for all four sessions \n\n\n\nAthletes will work on: \n\n\n\n\nAdvanced stick skills\n\n\n\nshooting & finishing\n\n\n\nHitting\n\n\n\nDecision-making & game situations\n\n\n\nPositional play\n\n\n\nStrength & overall gameplay\n\n\n\nConfidence and competitive skills\n\n\n\n\nWHY START NOW? \n\n\n\nClub tournaments will be here before we know it! These sessions give your athlete the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n• Get extra touches and repetitions• Build confidence before tournament competition• Improve technical skills and game awareness• Develop physically and mentally for club-level play• Build chemistry with Colonial teammates• Walk into tournament season feeling prepared—not behind \n\n\n\nOur goal is to have our athletes ready to compete from the very first tournament. The work we put in now will make a difference later!QuestionsContact Coach Savannahsavannahsem1122@gmail.com757-902-7330
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/colonial-field-hockey-fall-training/
LOCATION:Jamestown High School\, 3751 John Tyler Hwy\, Williamsburg\, virginia\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T220000
DTSTAMP:20260924T172946Z
CREATED:20260924T172937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T172946Z
UID:10040744-1792346400-1792360800@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Howl-O-Scream® is BACK this fall – and it’s taking over the whole park! Get ready for 5 haunted houses\, 6 terror-tories™\, 4 sinister shows\, and plenty of creepy surprises lurking around every corner. For those still feeling brave\, tackle 10 world-class coasters under the cover of night for a totally different thrill! \n\n\n\nAfter 6:00 PM\, the park will get extra spooky (not recommended for kids). Parental discretion is strongly advised! If you are an adult that doesn’t like being scared they have necklaces that you can purchase and wear that let staff know you don’t like jump scares! \n\n\n\nFor the latest Busch Gardens ticket discounts visit here \n\n\n\nGot Kids?? Busch Gardens Halloween Spooktacular is for just for them (ages nine and under)\, enjoy not-too-spooky daytime family fun! More info \n\n\n\nmore info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/howl-o-scream-at-busch-gardens/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Busch Gardens Williamsburg\, 1 Busch Gardens Blvd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Busch Gardens,Date Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T213000
DTSTAMP:20260823T134519Z
CREATED:20260809T201158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T134519Z
UID:10037621-1792350000-1792359000@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 in front of the Courthouse – through November 22 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-3/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Colonial Courthouse\, 102 W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Date Night
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