Williamsburg Military Tattoo – Drummers Call

Williamsburg Military Tattoo on the Palace Green

This is free and open to the public. This event is part of Colonial Williamsburg’s Drummers Call weekend.

Come out at night and enjoy a thrilling torch-lit march of the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums down Duke of Gloucester Street. Guest units will join the march. These are units from across the nation! Drummers Call was originally a signal for soldiers to return to barracks before curfew, tattoos evolved into elaborate displays of military music and displays.

The Williamsburg Military Tattoo is a highlight of Drummers Call weekend, offering the rare opportunity to see multiple corps showcase their skills. More Information