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SUMMARY:FREE Deck Tours
DESCRIPTION:FREE Deck Tours\n\n\n\nRiverwalk Landing PiersWednesday\, November 11 from 9 am – 4 pmThursday\, November 12 from 9 am – 4 pm \n\n\n\nLook who is coming back to town! The USNA Yard Patrol boats are on their way to Yorktown!  They will be offering free deck tours on Wednesday and Thursday\, November 11 and 12\, so stop by the Riverwalk Landing Piers to say “ahoy” and meet the officers and midshipmen!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-deck-tours/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Riverwalk Landing\, 331 Water Street\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoor Adventure,Yorktown
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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/2026-11-11/
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:Free Military Admission Day
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day is a Free Military Admission Day \n\n\n\n\n\nVeterans Day is a Free Military Admission Day \n\n\n\nAmerican Revolution Museum at YorktownNovember 11\, 2026 \n\n\n\nJoin us as we honor our nation’s veterans at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. \n\n\n\nFree museum admission is available to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Jamestown Settlement for veteran\, active duty\, reserve and retired military personnel and up to three direct family members with military identification on Veterans Day\, November 11. \n\n\n\n2026 Veterans Day Schedule at American Revolution Museum at YorktownTimeDescription11:05 – 11:10 a.m.Honoring Veterans Join Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation’s Visitor Experience Director Homer Lanier as he acknowledges the veterans\, reservists and active-duty military in attendance and those who fought to defend America’s freedom.11:11 a.m.Moment of Silence A solemn moment to reflect with gratitude on the heroism of those who died in the country’s service.11:12 a.m.Artillery Salute to VeteransWatch as American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Continental Army crew fires an artillery salute.\n\n\n\nAll events take place at the artillery amphitheater. In case of inclement weather\, the programming may be moved to the museum theater. \n\n\n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-military-admission-day-2/
LOCATION:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown\, 200 Water Street\, Route 1020\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Revolution Museum at Yorktown,Jamestown Settlement,Yorktown
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SUMMARY:Fee Free Day at National Parks
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the national parks! On specific days in 2026\, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. \n\n\n\nBefore visiting a park\, please check the park website to determine its operating status.  \n\n\n\nMark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2026: \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 16: Presidents Day (Washington’s Birthday)\n\n\n\nMay 25: Memorial Day\n\n\n\nJune 14: Flag Day/President Trump’s birthday\n\n\n\nJuly 3–5: Independence Day weekend\n\n\n\nAugust 25: 110th Birthday of the National Park Service\n\n\n\nSeptember 17: Constitution Day\n\n\n\nOctober 27: Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday\n\n\n\nNovember 11: Veterans Day\n\n\n\n\nNational parks are America’s Best Idea\, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone\, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite\, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all of the time. Plan your visit and enjoy our country’s history and nature. \n\n\n\nThe fee waiver includes entrance fees\, commercial tour fees\, and transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation\, camping\, tours\, concession and fees collected by third parties are not included unless stated otherwise. Fee-free days make parks accessible to more people. However\, national parks are always economical\, with entrance fees that range from $3 to $30. In addition\, any fourth grade student can get a free annual pass through the Every Kid in a Park program\, and active duty military and citizens with a permanent disability can also get free passes. For more information about the variety of discounted passes available\, please visit the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass page.   \n\n\n\nParks listed below waive their entrance fees on nationally designated fee free dates.  \n\n\n\nVirginia– Assateague Island National Seashore– Colonial National Historical Park – at Historic Jamestowne\, the NPS portion of admission will be waived. General admission for adults (16+) that day will be $15.– George Washington Memorial Parkway’s Great Falls Park– Harpers Ferry National Historical Park– Prince William Forest Park– Shenandoah National Park \n\n\n\nNorth CarolinaWright Brothers National Memorial \n\n\n\nMarylandAntietam National BattlefieldAssateague Island National SeashoreChesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical ParkFort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineHarpers Ferry National Historical Park
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-day-at-national-parks/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Colonial National Historical Park – Yorktown Battlefield\, 1000 Colonial Pkwy\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Education,Family Friendly,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-2/2026-11-11/
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:Veterans Day at American Revolution Museum (Free Admission for Military + 3 dependents
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day\n\n\n\nNovember 11American Revolution Museum at Yorktown \n\n\n\nCome honor our nation’s veterans at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Free museum admission is available to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Jamestown Settlement for veteran\, active duty\, reserve and retired military personnel and up to three direct family members with military identification on Veterans Day\, November 11.   \n\n\n\nEVENTS: 2026 Veterans Day Schedule at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. \n\n\n\n10:30 a.m. – Virginia Army National Guard 29th Infantry Division BandEnjoy the sounds of patriotic songs and martial music. \n\n\n\n11:05 – 11:10 a.m. – Honoring VeteransJoin Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation’s Visitor Experience Director Homer Lanier as he acknowledges the veterans\, reservists and active-duty military in attendance and those who fought to defend America’s freedom. \n\n\n\n11:11 a.m. – Moment of SilenceA solemn moment to reflect with gratitude on the heroism of those who died in the country’s service. \n\n\n\n11:12 a.m. – Artillery Salute to VeteransWatch as American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Continental Army crew fires an artillery salute. \n\n\n\nAll events take place at the artillery amphitheater. In case of inclement weather\, the programming may be moved to the museum theater. \n\n\n\nFREE ADMISSION FOR MILITARY* – Free museum admission is available to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Jamestown Settlement for veteran\, active duty\, reserve and retired military personnel and up to three direct family members with military identification on Veterans Day\, November 11.. Learn more \n\n\n\nLocal Residents FREE ADMISSION – The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation offers free admission to residents of James City County\, York County and the City of Williamsburg\, including William & Mary students\, with proof of residency. Learn more. \n\n\n\nMORE INFORMATION \n\n\n\nJoin us for more free military admission days on Jamestown Day\, May 13; Memorial Day\, May 27; and Yorktown Day\, October 19.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/veterans-day/
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:Free Military Admission Day - Jamestown Settlement
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day is a Free Military Admission Day \n\n\n\nJamestown SettlementNovember 11\, 2026 \n\n\n\nJoin us as we honor our nation’s veterans at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. \n\n\n\nFree museum admission is available to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Jamestown Settlement for veteran\, active duty\, reserve and retired military personnel and up to three direct family members with military identification on Veterans Day\, November 11. \n\n\n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/free-military-admission-day/
LOCATION:Jamestown Settlement\, 2110 Jamestown Road\, Route 31\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
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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/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Bassett Trace Nature Trail\, 424 Francis St E\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Thomas Everard House
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Everard House\n\n\n\nCW Admission or Good Neighbor PassWednesdays from 10 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 5 pm \n\n\n\nThis one is new to the CW calendar and tours one of the oldest homes in Williamsburg.  Come and visit the home of Thomas Everard\, a wealthy planter and civic leader. One of the oldest structures in Williamsburg\, the Everard House is furnished with 18th-century antiques and was meticulously restored to its early appearance. Learn more about how the Colonial Williamsburg staff research\, document\, restore\, and furnish a historic home.  They recommend planning to spend at least 30 minutes at this site.  More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/thomas-everard-house/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Thomas Everard House\, 214 Palace Green St\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day 20% OFF for Military
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day\n\n\n\nWed Nov 11th \n\n\n\nA small token of our BIG THANK YOU! Wednesday only\, at all Walkabout Outfitter locations\, all current and previous service members are eligible to take an additional 20% OFF their purchase. \n\n\n\nPlease present military ID or DD form 214 to receive discount. Promotion valid in-store only. \n\n\n\nATTENTION VETERANS & CURRENT MILITARY MEMBERS: \n\n\n\nCurrent US military and dependents\, Gold Star Families\, and US military veterans are eligible to receive FREE ANNUAL or LIFETIME PASSES to National Parks! \n\n\n\nThe passes cover entrance or standard day-use fees at national parks\, national wildlife refuges\, national forests\, and other federal recreational lands. Click below to learn how to get your FREE NATIONAL PARK PASS!
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/veterans-day-20-off-for-military/
LOCATION:Walkabout Outfitter Williamsburg\, 402 W Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Merchants Square
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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/2026-11-11/
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:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20261018T232728Z
CREATED:20260905T222100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T232728Z
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SUMMARY:Director’s Tour – Forever Marked by the Day
DESCRIPTION:Director’s Tour – Forever Marked by the Day\n\n\n\nMuscarelle Museum of Art \n\n\n\nTour- Join Director David Brashear for a special Director’s Tour of Forever Marked By The Day: A Quarter Century of Mourning and Renewal. Learn more about the architecture of the World Trade Center sites and the resilience of the community. \n\n\n\nNo registration necessary.  Meet in the Muscarelle lobby. More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/directors-tour-forever-marked-by-the-day/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Muscarelle Museum of Art\, 603 Jamestown Rd\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Muscarelle Museum of Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T145747Z
CREATED:20260923T174047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T145747Z
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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/2026-11-11/
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:20261111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260916T180833Z
CREATED:20260916T180830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T180833Z
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SUMMARY:The Accidental Proposal
DESCRIPTION:The Accidental Proposal\n\n\n\nPlayhouse StageCW Admission or Good Neighbor Pass \n\n\n\nWhen Captain Thunderbolt’s plans to marry his fiancée Lottie go haywire\, it’s up to his best friend Percy and Lottie’s sister Sally to save the day. What could go wrong? More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/the-accidental-proposal/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Playhouse Stage\, 214 Palace Green St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T140000
DTSTAMP:20261004T214325Z
CREATED:20260624T052518Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2026-11-11/
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:20261111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260921T032852Z
CREATED:20260921T032338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T032852Z
UID:10040592-1794402000-1794409200@www.williamsburgfamilies.com
SUMMARY:American Indian Delegation 
DESCRIPTION:American Indian Delegation \n\n\n\n📅Tues\, Wed\, Thurs🕝1 – 3 pm📍Raleigh Tavern \n\n\n\nNative nations regularly visited Williamsburg in the 18th century to discuss trade\, warfare\, and diplomacy. Visitors can explore the rich and diverse cultures of Native peoples\, learn how they preserved and adapted their ways of life through both joy and hardship\, and discover the important roles they played in shaping a new nation. Colonial Williamsburg admission required. For more information\, see here.
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/american-indian-delegation-2/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Raleigh Tavern\, 413 E Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T160000
DTSTAMP:20261029T115402Z
CREATED:20260927T221231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T115402Z
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SUMMARY:Cheese Making
DESCRIPTION:Cheese Making \n\n\n\nMerchants Square Wine Bar Saturday\, October 28 at 6 pm More Info & RegistrationWednesday\, November 11 at 2 pm More info & Registration \n\n\n\nEnjoy a cheesemaking experience designed for everyone from absolute beginners to experienced home cooks. In just one hour\, you’ll learn how to transform simple grocery store ingredients into fresh\, delicious cheese from start to finish—no special equipment\, no prior experience\, and no raw milk required. \n\n\n\nGuided by an expert cheesemaker with over 15 years of teaching experience\, this class weaves together the rich history of cheesemaking with a clear\, foolproof method you can easily recreate in your own kitchen. You’ll discover how traditional techniques translate beautifully into modern home cooking using tools you likely already have on hand. \n\n\n\nThis versatile\, beginner-friendly cheese is the perfect foundation for a wide range of dishes—from sweet desserts to creamy spreads\, from Italian favorites to crowd-pleasing party dips\, and more. You will learn how cheesemaking can be adapted to suit your needs\, including the easiest way to create lactose-free cheese. YAY! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for a memorable winery experience or a new skill you can take home and use again and again\, this class offers the perfect blend of history\, practical techniques\, and delicious results—guaranteed. \n\n\n\nPlease note: There is a $10 materials fee payable to the Instructor upon arrivalMore Info & Registration
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/cheese-making/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Merchants Square Wine Bar\, 427 W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Community Education,Merchants Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T163000
DTSTAMP:20261012T134636Z
CREATED:20261012T134632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T134636Z
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SUMMARY:A Veterans Day Salute & Procession
DESCRIPTION:A Veterans Day Salute & Procession\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 11 at 3:30Duke of Gloucester Street\, Colonial WilliamsburgFree & Open to the Public \n\n\n\nAn afternoon march and ceremony honoring America’s veterans feature the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums\, Military Programs staff\, and an address of gratitude to Williamsburg community veterans by Mrs. Washington\, starting at Capitol Circle and concluding with a commemoration ceremony behind the Courthouse on Market Square. All armed forces veterans are welcome and encouraged to participate. Free and open to the public. Weather permitting. Learn more
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/a-veterans-day-salute-procession/
LOCATION:East End of Duke of Gloucester\, 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260809T214641Z
CREATED:20260707T172300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T214641Z
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SUMMARY:Folk Jam at the Watermen's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Folk Jam at the Watermen’s Museum\n\n\n\nWednesday6 – 8 pm \n\n\n\nBring your voice and instrument for this fun folk jam session!  Join local musicians and amateurs for an evening of folk music at the Watermen’s Museum. The jam sessions take place the second Wednesday of every month. They are free and open to the public. More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/folk-jam-at-the-watermens-museum/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Watermen’s Museum\, 309 Water Street\, Yorktown\, Virginia\, 23690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Yorktown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T203000
DTSTAMP:20261101T215018Z
CREATED:20260628T233757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261101T215018Z
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SUMMARY:Speedquizzing Trivia & Wing Night
DESCRIPTION:Trivia Night & Wing Night\n\n\n\nPrecarious Beer ProjectWednesdays at 6:30 pm \n\n\n\nEvery Wednesday\, come to Precarious Beer Project and play Speedquizzing Trivia\, hosted by Matt Chambers of Squared Away Entertainment. \n\n\n\nThe fun begins at 6:30 PM with a weekly Wing Special at Electric Circus and Old Dominion Burgers! Trivia Rounds to include General Knowledge\, Music\, and Specialty Themed Rounds\, and the top 3 teams will win a Precarious gift certificate! First Place will be crowned the Speedquizzing Trivia Champion! \n\n\n\nEvery Wednesday\, grab an order of wings and a draft pour for a special price!Available at Electric Circus Taco and Ol’ Dominion Burger\, 11am-10pm.More Info
URL:https://www.williamsburgfamilies.com/events/trivia-night-wing-night-4/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Precarious Beer Project\, 110 S. Henry Street\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T213000
DTSTAMP:20260823T134519Z
CREATED:20260809T201158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T134519Z
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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-3/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Colonial Courthouse\, 102 W Duke of Gloucester St\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonial Williamsburg,Date Night
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