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SUMMARY:FREE Admission Honoring Service to America
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission For Military to Colonial Williamsburg\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE Admission For Military Colonial WilliamsburgNov. 6-11\n\n\n\nThe Colonial Williamsburg Foundation continues its tradition of military outreach this Veterans Day by offering free admission to all active-duty military\, reservists\, veterans\, retirees\, National Guard members and their immediate dependents Nov. 6-11. \n\n\n\nSpecial Veterans Day programming will be offered on Tuesday\, Nov. 11\, including a Fifes & Drums procession from the Capitol to the Governor’s Palace\, followed by a moving commemoration honoring the men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces. All veterans are warmly welcomed and encouraged to participate as the community comes together to remember their service\, honor their sacrifice and celebrate the ideals they helped protect. \n\n\n\nTickets are available through Colonial Williamsburg’s “Honoring Service to America” program\, made possible by a three-year $600\,000 grant from The Home Depot Foundation as part of its ongoing commitment to improving the homes and lives of U.S. military veterans and their families. The Home Depot Foundation has provided nearly 68\,500 “Honoring Service to America” tickets to military families visiting The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation on Memorial Day and Veterans Day weekends since 2015. Its most recent grant extends the foundation’s financial support through November 2029. \n\n\n\nDuring their visit\, active duty\, retired and veterans of the military and their families are invited to visit the Liberty Lounge\, located in the Historic Area directly behind the Millinery on East Duke of Gloucester Street\, for complimentary refreshments and the company of fellow service men and women. The Liberty Lounge has welcomed more than 418\,000 service members and their families since it opened in June of 2016. \n\n\n\nFree “Honoring Service to America” single-day passes are available at all onsite ticket locations with proper ID. Minor dependents must be accompanied by an adult\, and dependents ages 10 and older must present a valid dependent ID.Service members need not be present for qualifying guests to receive free “Honoring Service to America” tickets\, which are provided to dependent family members of currently deployed troops with appropriate identification. Veterans who separated before retirement can bring a copy of their honorable discharge paperwork\, form DD 214\, as identification of service. Colonial Williamsburg is also proud to offer military discounts on Colonial Williamsburg hotels\, dining\, retail\, golf and spa services. Additional information on Colonial Williamsburg’s military outreach is available at colonialwilliamsburg.org/military. \n\n\n\nFor more information about the Honoring Service to America program and tickets visit colonialwilliamsburg.org/veterans
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-admission-honoring-service-to-america/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Colonial Williamsburg’s Visitor Center\, 101 Visitor Center Dr\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Outdoor Adventure
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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-2/2026-11-06/
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:Preschool Music Class with ECMS 
DESCRIPTION:Join music educators from the Early Childhood Music School for an interactive morning of singing\, moving\, instrument playing\, and more. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.  \n\n\n\nSpace is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program. \n\n\n\nmore
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/preschool-music-class-with-ecms/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:James City County Library\, 7770 Croaker Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23188\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T154030Z
CREATED:20260607T230401Z
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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/2026-11-06/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T113000
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SUMMARY:Storybook Hour
DESCRIPTION:Storybook Hour\n\n\n\nMuscarelle Museum of ArtFree & Open to the PublicFridays from 10:30 am – 11:30 am \n\n\n\nOn Friday mornings\, bring your young artist and meet us in the galleries for a read-aloud story hour and activity! Join us to read books themed around the galleries\, artists\, artmaking and museums\, then create art inspired by each day’s picture book selection. Parents must accompany their children at all times. \n\n\n\nVisit HERE to see this week’s book selection!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/storybook-hour-3/
LOCATION:Muscarelle Museum of Art\, 603 Jamestown Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly,Muscarelle Museum of Art,Storytime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T120000
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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/2026-11-06/
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:20261106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T140000
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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/2026-11-06/
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:20261106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T151725Z
CREATED:20260921T013543Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-on Fridays at Campbell Archaeology Center
DESCRIPTION:Hands-on Fridays!\n\n\n\nColin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center2:00 PM – 4:00 PMFREE & Open to the Public  \n\n\n\nExplore hands-on activities for all ages at Hands-on Fridays and see how archaeologists turn everyday objects into stories of the past. Explore the work of archaeologists through interactive stations that spark observation\, interpretation\, and storytelling. Identify mystery artifacts\, examine objects up close\, try your hand at mending broken pieces and explore how context helps reveal the stories objects can tell. Hands-on Fridays invite the whole family to explore how archaeologists turn objects into stories. Free flow on Fridays from 2:00-4:00PM in the Public Archaeology Teaching Lab at the Campbell Archaeology Center. Children must be accompanied by an adult. More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/hands-on-fridays-at-campbell-archaeology-center/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Peter Scott House and Shop Archaeology Project\, 206 Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T164500
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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/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Guardhouse\, 102 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T200000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Art + Trivia!
DESCRIPTION:First Friday: Art + Trivia!\n\n\n\nFriday\, Nov 6\, 20265:00 PM – 8:00 PMAdmission is free and open to all. Complimentary parking is available in the Boswell Lot directly in front of the museum. \n\n\n\nJoin us for First Friday at the Muscarelle—where the galleries stay open late and the evening is anything but ordinary.  \n\n\n\nExplore our exhibitions after hours\, enjoy live music by the Charly Mata Quartet\, and get creative with hands-on art activities\, including arm-knitting an infinity scarf! Grab a refreshment from the café and then put your knowledge to the test with another lively round of trivia hosted by Matt Chambers of Squared Away Entertainment.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re here for the art\, music\, trivia\, or simply the good company\, there’s plenty to discover—and plenty of reasons to stay awhile.  \n\n\n\nBring your friends\, bring your curiosity\, and brush up on your trivia. We’ll see you at the Muscarelle!  \n\n\n\nAdmission is free. Complimentary parking in the Boswell parking lot.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are visiting with friends and family or enjoying an evening at the museum on your own\, First Friday is an opportunity to experience the Muscarelle in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. They look forward to celebrating art and community with you! More info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/first-friday-fall-into-art/
LOCATION:Muscarelle Museum of Art\, 603 Jamestown Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly,Live Music,Muscarelle Museum of Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260830T195730Z
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SUMMARY:Family Paint Night
DESCRIPTION:Family Paint Night\n\n\n\nFamily Paint Night – A Fun Friday Out!First Friday Night of Every MonthPaint on Pottery5 – 9 pm \n\n\n\nGather the whole family for a creative and fun-filled evening at Paint on Pottery’s Family Paint Night! This special event is the perfect way to unwind and bond with loved ones while unleashing your inner artist. Their studio will be open late until 9 PM\, giving you plenty of time to enjoy painting together. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned artist or a first-timer\, their friendly staff will guide you step-by-step\, making it an easy and enjoyable experience for all ages. So\, grab your brushes\, bring your creativity\, and get ready to make some colorful memories every first Friday night of the month! Don’t forget to bring your smiles and laughter—it’s going to be a fantastic time for the whole family!  \n\n\n\nTo make it even better\, they are offering a reduced studio fee of just $5—so everyone can join in on the artistic fun! No reservations needed\, walk-ins welcome!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/family-paint-night-3/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Paint on Pottery\, 1430 High St\, Ste 504\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes - Adults,Classes - Kids,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260905T073204Z
CREATED:20260905T072112Z
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SUMMARY:Lighting of the Cressets
DESCRIPTION:Head to Colonial Williamsburg at night for another reason – on the historic Duke of Gloucester Street they will be Lighting of the Cressets. This brings their 18th-century streets to life at night – so don’t miss the strolling musicians and make sure to take in an evening program like To Hang a Pirate\, Cry Witch\, Haunted Williamsburg\, or Capitol Concerts (dates vary). Enjoy this time of year in the evenings – the cressets make the streets glow and it is a beautiful sight! This event is weather dependent. \n\n\n\nView Event \n\n\n\n FREE and open to the public.  \n\n\n\nOne of the most beautiful spots to take an evening stroll. You do not need a ticket to enjoy this but if you want to take in an evening Haunted Williamsburg tour\, you can purchase a ticket on DoG St. And if you have your Good Neighbor Pass you can get discounts on dining/shopping at Colonial Williamsburg Taverns and Shops! \n\n\n\nStop and have a drink in a tavern or shop and dine at one of the Colonial Williamsburg shops or restaurants. Or just go out in the evening air and enjoy the most enchanting of streets in America. See the schedule here or check our daily calendar.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/lighting-of-the-cressets-3/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:East End of Duke of Gloucester\, 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Date Night,Family Friendly,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T210000
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SUMMARY:Perfume Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩: 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 \n\n\n\n𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩: 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠Friday\, Nov 6 from 7 – 9 pmFriday\, Dec 4 from 7 – 9 pm Paint on PotteryMore Info & Registration \n\n\n\nRegister for an immersive perfume-making workshop that blends the elegance of the 18th century with hands-on creativity. Guided by an expert in natural perfumery and historical techniques\, you’ll uncover how fragrance was crafted\, worn\, and treasured in an earlier age—from botanical distillations to the art of layering delicate notes. \n\n\n\nExplore a curated palette of natural essences\, sample beautifully composed blends\, and follow your nose as choose your favorite combination. With expert guidance at every step\, you’ll create a custom-made fragrance to take home—a personal scent inspired by centuries past. \n\n\n\nPerfect for history lovers\, creatives\, and anyone who delights in the art of the senses! This workshop promises learning\, laughter\, and a “smell of a good time.” \n\n\n\nEnrollment is limited to 16 participants to ensure everyone receives personal guidance. This program is likely to sell out fast\, so register early to guarantee your spot! \n\n\n\nGuided by Perrin Cottage Perfumery\, you’ll explore\, blend\, and take home a signature perfume inspired by timeless techniques. A fun\, hands-on experience perfect for creatives and anyone who loves a good scent!More Info & Registration
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/%f0%9d%90%86%f0%9d%90%ae%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ad-%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ad-%f0%9d%90%96%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a4%f0%9d%90%ac/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Paint on Pottery\, 1430 High St\, Ste 504\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes - Adults,Community Education
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SUMMARY:The Chocolate Affair
DESCRIPTION:​Chocolate dessert tastings from local restaurants. Live music by Billy Joe Daniel Band. Historic chocolate wine tasting with Frank Clark. Brett Wagner will being doing a demonstration creating an Oaxacan Black Mole. \n\n\n\nTickets: $25 General Admission\, $55 VIP (1 hr early entry at 6pm)\, $20 StudentCash bar on site.  \n\n\n\nRestaurants:  \n\n\n\n\nAnatolia Bar & Grill\n\n\n\nChocolate Cravings\n\n\n\nCreative Cuisines\n\n\n\nDon Chido \n\n\n\nSpoke + Art\n\n\n\nThe Jewish Mother’s Deli\n\n\n\nUdder Nonsense Creamery\n\n\n\nAmiraj Modern Indian Kitchen\n\n\n\nVirginia Finest Chocolates\n\n\n\nKadi Bakes\n\n\n\nThe Catering Company\n\n\n\nLa Tienda​\n\n\n\nCarrot Tree Kitchens\n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Scrumptious: 10 Days of Food\, Craft Beverages\, Music and Fun! See the full list of events taking place HERE.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-chocolate-affair/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Community Building\, 401 N. Boundary Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T213000
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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-3/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Colonial Courthouse\, 102 W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Date Night
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SUMMARY:The Notebook: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film\, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah\, both from different worlds\, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart.  \n\n\n\nTHE NOTEBOOK is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen\, Next to Normal\, RENT) and Schele Williams (The Wiz\, Aida)\, and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson\, book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC’s “This Is Us”)\, and choreography by Katie Spelman. \n\n\n\nThe Notebook is part of the Broadway in Richmond 2026/2027 Season and will be at Altria Theater November 3-8. \n\n\n\nPerformances:Tuesday\, November 3 at 7:30 pm – TicketsWednesday\, November 4 at 7:30 pm – TicketsThursday\, November 5 at 7:30 pm – TicketsFriday\, November 6 at 7:30 pm – TicketsSaturday\, November 7 at 2 pm – TicketsSaturday\, November 7 at 7:30 pm – TicketsSunday\, November 8 at 1 pm – TicketsSunday\, November 8 at 6:30 pm – Tickets \n\n\n\nMore Information
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-notebook-the-musical/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Altria Theater\, 1 S. Laurel Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Theater
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SUMMARY:The Play That Goes Wrong
DESCRIPTION:The Play That Goes Wrong\n\n\n\nWilliamsburg PlayersFrom October 30 to November 15\, 2026 \n\n\n\nBy Jonathan Sayer\, Henry Lewis\, & Henry ShieldsPresented by special arrangement with Concord TheatricalsDirector: Lisa Velardi \n\n\n\n\nFri\, Oct 30th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nSat\, Oct 31st\, 2026 at 2:00 pm\n\n\n\nSat\, Oct 31st\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Nov 5th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nFri\, Nov 6th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nSat\, Nov 7th\, 2026 at 2:00 pm\n\n\n\nSat\, Nov 7th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nSun\, Nov 8th\, 2026 at 2:00 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Nov 12th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nFri\, Nov 13th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nSat\, Nov 14th\, 2026 at 2:00 pm(Captions and Audio Description for those with vision/hearing loss are provided for the Nov 14th\, 2pm performance only; captions are displayed to the right of the audience)\n\n\n\nSat\, Nov 14th\, 2026 at 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nSun\, Nov 15th\, 2026 at 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n\nHighlights From Mischief\, Broadway masters of comedy\, comes this smash-hit farce. Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production\, The Murder at Haversham Manor\, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a show: an unconscious leading lady\, a corpse that can’t play dead\, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines). Nevertheless\, the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call\, with hilarious consequences! Part Monty Python\, part Sherlock Holmes\, this Olivier Award-winning comedy is a global phenomenon that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!Presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals \n\n\n\nCast \n\n\n\n\nJohn Cauthen as Chris\n\n\n\nKevin Clauberg as Dennis\n\n\n\nVic Collinsworth as Annie\n\n\n\nTori George as Sandra\n\n\n\nMatt Haley as Trevor\n\n\n\nGreg Lewis as Max\n\n\n\nSam Miller as Jonathan\n\n\n\nLawrence Nichols as Robert\n\n\n\nAbigail Renninger as Crew\n\n\n\nAllison Strupczewski as Crew/Swing\n\n\n\nPaul Wildenberger as Crew\n\n\n\nCarlton Williams as Crew\n\n\n\nCarsten Berndt as Crew\n\n\n\nPierre Lamoureux as Crew\n\n\n\n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-play-that-goes-wrong/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Players\, 200 Hubbard Lane\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Cry Witch - Witch Trial
DESCRIPTION:Cry Witch – Witch Trial\n\n\n\nCapitol General CourtColonial WilliamsburgMonday and Friday Nights at 7:30 PM August 8 – Sept 20Monday & Friday Nights at 7:30 & 9 pm Sept 21 – Nov 22\, 2026See full Schedule visit here. \n\n\n\nThis is a witch trial…a reenactment of a real witch trial that happened in Colonial Williamsburg.  And\, this is really interesting to attend. You can participate as much or as little as you like. The trial in definitely engaging! And yes\, you decide! Is Grace Sherwood a witch? Question witnesses. Weigh evidence. Finally\, cast your vote for the guilt or innocence of “the Virginia Witch.” And as we have found – going multiple times – audiences don’t always vote the same way!! Not appropriate for young children due to subject matter and intense emotion. Get your tickets! \n\n\n\nSee other evening programs at Colonial Williamsburg here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/cry-witch-witch-trial/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg\, E Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Theater
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