When we find out about local happenings we let you know! This page keeps track of local event news, grand openings, and press releases. Museums, libraries, theme parks, schools, government and business updates can be found here for the Williamsburg, Yorktown, James City County and surrounding towns.
- 757 Sober Rides for Cinco de Mayo757 Sober Rides for Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo is a popular day to celebrate Mexican-American culture across the United States. Ensure that you and your friends stay safe while celebrating ...
- The Burg Weekender & The Burg Weekly – our big list of events for the weekend and the weekThe Burg Weekly just went out! It is for the following dates: April 25 – 28 , 2024 Click here to view This edition is full of local and regional events ...
- Sounds of Summer Concert Series (FREE) at the Riverwalk, Yorktown – Summer 2024Yorktown Sounds of Summer at the Riverwalk – Thursdays Concerts 2024 Sounds of Summer Concerts starts Thursday June 6 with The Uptown Band! Thursday Evenings6:30-9 p.m.June 1 through August 15, 2024 Summer ...
- William and Mary Theatre presents “A Year with Frog and Toad” next as part of their 2023 – 2024 Season!A Year with Frog and Toad APRIL 25-26 at 7:30 PMAPRIL 27-28 at 2:00 PMMusic: Robert Reale and Book & Lyrics: Willie Reale Based on the books by Arnold LobelFrom Music Theatre ...
- Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market is weekly on Saturdays from 8 am to noonYorktown Market Days Farmers Market is weekly on Saturdays from 8 am to noon – the regular season begins April 13, 2024 The popular Yorktown Market Days returns to Riverwalk Landing ...
- Where to find the lambs in Colonial WilliamsburgPHOTO: W Reynolds Photography The Lambs are out in Colonial Williamsburg…but where? It happens every spring – baby lambkins are born in Colonial Williamsburg. Lambs stumbling across the fields they are ...
- Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 27 – here are local drop off sitesNational Prescription Drug Take Back The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general ...
- Williamsburg Artist Group – Art Sale at Bruton Parish House – Friday April 19 & Saturday April 20, 2024Williamsburg Artists Group (WAG) to Hold Sale at Bruton Parish House Spring Brings New WAG Art Sale to Bruton Parish House Friday, April 19, 2024 – 4 pm – 8 ...
- Merchants Square’s Concert Series (FREE): Line up for Summer 2024Merchants Square’s Concert Series for Summer 2024 is back on DoG (Duke of Gloucester St.) in the heart of Merchants Square! Dates: The first Friday of every month from May through ...
- Best Parks and Playgrounds in Williamsburg, James City County & York CountyLooking for Playgrounds in Williamsburg and Parks in Williamsburg and surrounding towns? Looking for the Best Parks & Playgrounds in Williamsburg and the surrounding areas? Need to get the kids ...
- Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2024Yorktown Trolley Operating Schedule 2024 The FREE Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, it is air-conditioned, (and heated), and you expect it back on the streets ...
- Local Museums in Williamsburg, Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and RichmondLocal Museums in Williamsburg, Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Richmond There are a lot of wonderful museums in and around Williamsburg, VA. Most museums offer discounts, memberships, free admission, ...
- Gallery at York Hall 2024 Season AnnouncedGallery at York Hall 2024 Season Announced and Free Admission The Gallery at York Hall opens for the 2024 season on Tuesday, April 2, with operating hours of 10 a.m. to 4 ...
- Discount Tickets for Williamsburg Virginia & YorktownDiscount Tickets for Williamsburg Virginia & Yorktown Attractions like Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and more! Looking for discount tickets to Colonial Williamsburg, ...
- Calling all artists! “Art at the River” still taking artists!Art at the River 2024 is taking artist applications Calling all artists! They are still accepting applications for the 11th Annual Art at the River Juried Art Show, which is scheduled for Sunday, ...
- Busch Gardens Waves of Honor, Admission for Veterans*, and Military Pass – more infoThis site and this post has affiliate links Looking for Military Discounts for Busch Gardens & Water Country USA tickets for 2024? Busch Gardens is saying “Thank You!” To show ...
- Colonial Williamsburg Discounts on Tickets and Special OffersColonial Williamsburg Ticket Discounts and Special Offers Looking for Colonial Williamsburg ticket discounts, Jamestown ticket discounts and American Revolution Museum discounts and/or special offers? Well, you have landed on the ...
- FREE Busch Gardens – 2 Park Preschool Pass 2024Affiliate Links in this post Time to get your FREE 2 Park Preschool Pass to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA Updated 2/8/2024 Free Preschool Pass Kids (Ages 3-5) play FREE thru ...
- Classes & Sports are registering! Spring/Summer 2024 Destination Recreation Brochure is Available through JCC Parks & Recreation!Spring/Summer 2024 Activity Brochure Available! for JCC Parks & Recreation Spring/Summer 2024 Activity Brochure Available! This Spring/Summer edition of Destination Recreation features a season of great programs, events and activities for ages, interests and ...
- CHOWNING’S TAVERN : RE-OPENINGCHOWNING’S TAVERN : RE-OPENING BEGINS MARCH 4TH WITH THE CIDER STAND THEN CONTINUES WITH THE GARDEN BAR AND GRILL ON MARCH 14 Chowning’s Tavern: Re-Opening begins March 4, 2024 in stages. ...
- Audition Notice: Peter and the Starcatcher Friday & Saturday, March 22-23, 2024Audition Notice: Peter and the Starcatcher (Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23) Presented by special arrangement with Music Theater InternationalA Play by Rick EliceBased on the novel by Dave Barry ...
- St. Patricks Day Weekend – fun things to do and places to eat & drink!Saint Patricks Day Events This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on Sunday, March 17, 2024! Below are a list of our top picks for St. Patrick’s themed events for the ...
- Director’s Series: Conversations with Christy S. Coleman at Jamestown Settlement 2024 – schedule announcedConversations with Christy S. Coleman at Jamestown Settlement Join Christy S. Coleman, executive director of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, as she sits down with prominent scholars and public figures for lively and ...
- Which is the best Busch Gardens ticket to buy an Annual Membership, a Fun Card or Single Day ticket?Affiliate links are on this post and this website Which is the best Busch Gardens ticket to buy an Annual Membership, a Fun Card or Single Day ticket? Annual memberships allow you ...
- Golden Age of Hollywood Gala featuring Good Shot Judy – Saturday, Feb 17 at Colonial Downs Ballroom!Golden Age of Hollywood Gala featuring Good Shot Judy – Saturday, Feb 17 at Colonial Downs Ballroom! Date: Saturday Feb 17, 2024 Time: 7 – 11 pmVenue: Ballroom at Colonial ...
- City of Williamsburg Voting Information: Early Voting Open for Presidential Dual-Party Primary on Friday, Jan. 19 for City of Williamsburg VotersEarly Voting Open for Presidential Dual-Party Primary on Friday, Jan. 19 for City of Williamsburg Voters In-person early voting for the Democratic and Republican presidential primary races begins on Friday, Jan. ...
- Receive $5 for Old, Used, Borrowed and Abused Car Seats in FebruaryANNUAL Old, Used, Borrowed and Abused Child Safety Seat Round-Up All month February 2024 Did you know that an old or broken safety seat could be putting a child in danger? Drive ...
- Christmas Tree Collection and Drop off – JCC, Williamsburg & YorktownLooking for Christmas Tree Collection dates for Williamsburg, Yorktown & JCC 2024? Here are the collection dates and contact information for your Christmas Trees pick up. This will give you the ...
- King of Glory Preschool Open House – January 8, 2024King of Glory School is having their Open House on January 8, 2024 from 6 pm -7 pm Looking for a preschool for your little one? Come and learn all ...
- Events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including the Hennage Auditorium – January 2024Events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including live theatre in the Hennage Auditorium Colonial Williamsburg has amazing programming at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg & Hennage Auditorium (located ...
- Something different to do at night. Haunted Williamsburg at Colonial WilliamsburgWant a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Haunted Williamsburg is the official ghost tour of Colonial ...
- New The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Board of Trustees include Geoff Bennett, Antonia Hernández and John Charles ThomasGeoff Bennett, Antonia Hernández and John Charles Thomas join The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Board of Trustees The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Board of Trustees welcomes broadcast journalist Geoff Bennett, social justice advocate Antonia Hernández and ...
- Where to Park in Colonial Williamsburg – Parking in Williamsburg VA for Free and for a FeeHoliday Season Parking: First Four Hours Free to Park in Prince George Parking Garage The City of Williamsburg is adjusting the parking rates for the Prince George Parking Garage, 230 N. ...
- Annual Holiday Light Stroll a 2 mile walk through Newport News Celebration in Lights – Tuesday, November 21, 2023SOLD OUT! Annual Holiday Light Stroll a 2 mile walk through Newport News Celebration in Lights – Tuesday, November 21, 2023 Tuesday, November 21th, 2023 First time slot: 5:00pm to ...
- Courthouse Illuminated Green for Veterans During “Operation Green Light”Courthouse Illuminated Green for Veterans During “Operation Green Light” The Williamsburg/James City County Courthouse is illuminated green Nov. 6-12 as part of Operation Green Light, an initiative between James City County ...
- Meet Your Local School Board, Supervisors and House Delegate Candidates – Elections 2023Meet Your Local School Board, Board of Supervisor, State Senate, and House Delegates Candidates – Elections 2023 in Williamsburg & James City County by Brandy Centolanza, Freelance Journalist It’s election ...
- Counts Spooktacular Halloween for Kids at Busch Gardens starts Sept 23, 2023The Counts Spooktacular Halloween for Kids at Busch Gardens Daytime on Saturdays and Sundays from September 23 – October 29, 2023 Enjoy ALL-NEW Trick-or-Treat Trail in the Wild Reserve The festivities include dance ...
- You’ve been Booed! What is being Boo’d? What do you do now?You’ve been Booed! What is being Booed? What do you do now? First of all this is a wonderful and fun neighborhood and community activity. It doesn’t cost much and ...
- Veterans Day and Weekend Celebrations in Williamsburg & YorktownVeteran’s Day Celebrations in Williamsburg and Yorktown The Historic Triangle is home for many military families. Our area is a patchwork of battlefields where victories and defeats shaped our present ...
- AUDITION NOTICE: A Christmas Carol (2023) at the Williamsburg Players – Saturday Oct 15 & 16AUDITION NOTICE: A Christmas Carol (2023) at the Williamsburg Players AUDITION NOTICE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2023) AUDITIONS: A Christmas Carol. Story by Charles Dickens. Theatrical adaptation by Brink MillerWhen: Sun, October ...
- Calling all educators! Colonial Williamsburg invites you to an Educators Appreciation Night (yes, it is all about you – just to celebrate you!)As an educator, you go above and beyond every day!Colonial Williamsburg invites you to the2nd Annual Educators Appreciation Night A free event to celebrate you.Wednesday, September 27 at 6 p.m Art ...
- Constitution Day 2023 Colonial Williamsburg – Sunday, September 17Constitution Day LIVE Concert FREE Event – Sunday, September 17 at 6 p.m. On the Art Museums Lawn. Colonial Williamsburg celebrates the signing of the U.S. Constitution with a ...
- Catalillies Play Cafe Offers Open Play, Parties, Events, Classes and More!Catalillies Play Cafe in Williamsburg SPECIAL OFFER PARTIES OPEN PLAY (Monday-Saturday) Catalillies Play Cafe is a family centered business that provides a safe space for kids to enjoy indoor play while their caretakers ...
- Guess what’s coming to Merchants Square in September? Here’s a hint: It’s home to some real page-turners!Guess what’s coming to Merchants Square in September? Here’s a hint: It’s home to some real page-turners! A new chapter for publications of The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation begins Labor Day weekend ...
- Donate Blood to the American Red Cross – Drives in WilliamsburgThere is a critical need for blood – The Red Cross Needs You! Local Blood Drives in September CRITICAL NEED ALERT: There is a critical need for blood. The Red Cross ...
- Annual Kiwanis Shrimp Feast is September 9 – Get your Tickets!Kiwanis Shrimp Feast – September 9 The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg will hold its Annual Shrimp Feast – a longtime community favorite fundraising event – on Saturday, September 9th from 4:00-7:00 p.m at Jamestown ...
- The Virginia Symphony Orchestra FREE Concert Saturday, September 2The Virginia Symphony Orchestra FREE Concert Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 7:30 PM – Yorktown Waterfront The Virginia Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Morihiko Nakahara, returns to Yorktown on Saturday, ...
- Best Things to Do in August 2023 in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Surrounding Areas!This is our monthly guide of events you don’t want to miss. These are events that both locals and tourists will enjoy. Events are often free so make ...
- City of Williamsburg Statement on JCC Decision to Terminate Joint Schools ContractThe following news flash was sent out from the City of Williamsburg on July 26, 2023: “City of Williamsburg Statement on JCC Decision to Terminate Joint Schools Contract We are aware of ...
- It’s going to be HOT this week, JCC Cooling Center is openJames City County Cooling Centers Available Need a place to cool off? Citizens and visitors can head to the James City County Recreation Center, 5301 Longhill Road, during open hours. The center ...
- Board of Supervisors Elects to Terminate Joint School Contract between James City County and City of WilliamsburgInformation below is from a new release from James City County on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 “Board of Supervisors Elects to Terminate Joint School Contract On July 25, 2023, the Board of ...
- Calling Outlander Fans! Meet Diana Gabaldon at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown – get your tickets nowPhoto by Terence Patrick for Variety Update 7/18/23: This event has sold out. Meet Diana Gabaldon at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Diana Gabaldon, Outlander author, will make a special appearance ...
- July 4, 2023 in Yorktown – Fun Events All Day Long!Things to Do on July 4th Weekend in Yorktown! There are so many reasons to visit Yorktown VA on July 4th! Lots of free family-friendly celebrations featuring a full lineup of ...
- ‘Liberty Celebration’ Drums Up Patriotic Fun July 4 at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown‘Liberty Celebration’ July 4 at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown This Fourth of July, take in Liberty Celebration and salute the 247th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The American ...
- Results are in! She returns to bodybuilding competition Saturday June 24th at 49 years old and after a 6 year breakSarah-Jane Bussey – Photo Credit Iron-Bound Gym Sarah-Jane Bussey – Photo Credit Iron-Bound Gym The Results of Sarah-Jane Bussey’s OCB Competition are in… If you read the article below that we published last ...
- Brickyard Landing Park – JCC needs your input for this Upper County Recreation Site – learn more..Brickyard Landing Park Master Plan Update needs Your Input What would you like to see at this park? A playground, hiking/biking trails…what would work for your family? James ...
- Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, at Riverwalk Landing – deck tours June 13 – 17Historic Yorktown Welcomes Iconic Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, returns to the shores of the York River Thursday, June 13 through Saturday, June ...
- Check out the different classes at the Taste Studio – Learn More:Taste Studio Classes where you learn, participate and enjoy amazing food and drink! There are many paths to explore on your culinary journey from recipe collection demonstrations to beer and ...
- The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center opens in 2025 The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center opens in 2025 The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s new Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center archaeology center will be completed ...
- Want to Camp for FREE from 30 to 60 days at any one of the 24 participating Virginia State Parks? Here is how…Be a Camp Host and Camp for free for from 30 to 60 days at any of 24 participating parks across the state in exchange for volunteer services. Become a Virginia ...
- New Ride: Riptide Race™ Opens at Water Country USA in Williamsburg on Memorial Day Monday, May 29, 2023!New Ride – Riptide Race Opens at Water Country USA in Williamsburg on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023! Love to race, love water rides? Then this one, Virginia’s first ...
- Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2023 – the many reasons why you don’t want to miss it!Experience Foodie Paradise during Virginia’s Largest Spring Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens Williamsburg This spring, new flavors and thrills are in bloom as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival ...
- DarKoaster at Busch Gardens is the World’s First All-Indoor Straddle Coaster and Opens May 19 (Member preview May 11, 2023)!this post has affiliate links Darkoaster at Busch Gardens – it’s a new indoor rollercoaster, in the former Curse of Darkastle location opens to Members on May 11 and to the ...
- Indigenous Arts Day at the Jamestown Settlement is Saturday May 13th- Events for the Day Include…Indigenous Arts Day at the Jamestown Settlement is Saturday May 13th Indigenous Arts Day on Saturday, May 13 will celebrate the culture’s enduring legacies with traditional and contemporary art forms ...
- Busch Gardens is Going Cashless, and so is Water Country USABusch Gardens is going cashless, and so is Water Country USA You heard it correct. No more cash transactions. As of May 11, 2023 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and May ...
- Eddie Arning: Artist Exhibit opens May 6, 2023Eddie Arning: Artist Exhibit opens May 6, 2023 at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg The bold and colorful art of Eddie Arning immediately captures one’s attention. The artist’s drawings in ...
- Kings Dominion new chaperone policy for guests 15 years and youngerKings Dominion new chaperone policy Kings Dominion is now implementing a chaperone policy beginning Saturday, April 22, 2023. “The new policy is due to increasing incidents of unruly and inappropriate behavior ...
- Air Power Over Hampton Roads Air Show at Langley Air Force Base – May 6 & 7Air Show Its been over five years but the Joint Base Langley-Eustis Air Show is returning May 6 & 7, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Exciting aerial events ...
- Esports Team and Esports Summer Camp at William & MaryDr. Michele King, Director, Academic & Applied Esports Program William & Mary has an Esports Team and Esports Summer Camps Special Info: WM Esports Camp will be at Summer Camp Fair ...
- Ham Radio License Classes Available – FREEHam Radio License Classes Available – FREE Are you looking for ways to be involved in the community and help during a disaster? When regular communications channels fail, amateur radio ...
- Buc-ee’s is coming to New Kent – it’s first location in Virginia. What is Buc-ee’s? We’re glad you asked…Buc-ee’s Warner, Robins, Georgia Buc-ee’s is coming to New Kent – it’s first location in Virginia. What is Buc-ee’s? We’re glad you asked.. Buc-ee’s is a 24 hours a day, 365 days ...
- The Movement Ballet is a Youth Ballet Ensemble: a study and performance opportunity which is in addition to your child’s ballet studies. Learn more about this programThe Movement Ballet is a Youth Ballet Ensemble: a study and performance opportunity which is, in addition to your child’s current ballet studies. Is it right for your young performing ...
- Colonial Williamsburg is expanding their Youth Volunteer ProgramsColonial Williamsburg is expanding their Youth Volunteer Programs. Youth Interpreters are recruited each year during our Expo. The Expos inform parents and children of the different youth interpreter opportunities available ...
- Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses – Spring 2023Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses in Williamsburg James City County Police Department is offering free firearm safety courses to the public. This one-session class will cover fundamental topics, including firearm safety, ...
- Looking for a unique date idea? Try this one, on February 23, 2023 – it’s the relaunch of the Revolutionaries at the Jamestown SettlementLooking for a unique date idea? Impress your love with a night out at the museum by joining in after-hours on February 23 at Jamestown Settlement. It’s the relaunch of ...
- New Seed Exchange at James City County Library will Delight GardenersWRL Debuts New Seed Exchange at James City County Library Williamsburg Regional Library (WRL), with support from the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation, is starting a Seed Exchange at the James City County ...
- We Stayed at the Firefly Lane House through AirbnbWhat its like to stay at the Firefly Lane House through Airbnb It was the spring of 2019, before the world fell apart. I was talking to my mother ...
- AARP Williamsburg Tax-Aide providing FREE in-person tax assistance and preparationWilliamsburg AARP Tax-Aide Returns for 2023 Tax Season Tax season is nearly here, and Williamsburg AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will once again be serving the community at two locations in the Greater ...
- Drop Everything for Olde Towne – An Exciting Fundraiser Where You Could Win $1,000Drop Everything for Olde Towne is your chance to win $1,000 while helping to continue health services to those that need it most! Williamsburg has a large vulnerable population of ...
- The Bray School, one of the first schools for Black students in North America is moving to its new location on Feb 10, 2023Lost in plain sight. The Bray School The Bray School, one of the first schools for Black students in North America is moving to its new location on Feb 10, 2023 On ...
- “I made this…”: The Work of Black American Artists and Artisans at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg“I made this…”: The Work of Black American Artists and Artisans at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg Special programming at the Art Museums related to the exhibition and Black ...
- Williamsburg Christian Academy is a International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School Grades K -12Williamsburg Christian Academy is now an International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School school, fully approved for grades K-12! Williamsburg Christian Academy (WCA) has been approved by the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization for ...
- Williamsburg Police Dept. Offer Female Self Defense Course (Free)R.A.D. Women’s Self Defense Course Williamsburg Police Department is offering R.A.D. training (Rape Aggression and Defense). This training course is designed for women to teach basic self-defense techniques, awareness, prevention, and ...
- Winter Open House at Williamsburg Montessori School – January 22, 2023 from 1 – 3 pm – Sign up for a 30 minute session!Winter Open House at Williamsburg Montessori School – January 22 from 1 – 3 pm – Sign up for a 30 minute session! Williamsburg Montessori School, voted #1 private school ...
- Where to eat in Colonial Williamsburg? Which restaurants are open in the winter and what are the new offerings?Where to eat in Colonial Williamsburg? Which restaurants are open in the winter and what are the new offerings? There are quite a few places to grab a bite when visiting ...