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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 ...

Summer Nights Concert Series at Busch Gardens The Summer Nights Concert Series returns this summer to Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Concerts take place outdoors at the Royal Palace Theatre with popular artists ...

Winter Blues Jazz Fest The four-day Winter Blues Jazz Fest is back for its 7th year presented by CultureFix!  This year the festival will be held June 24th-27th, 2021 primarily under ...

Open Gym at Williamsburg Gymnastics! The first open gym on the summer AND it falls on a Holiday weekend! On Friday, July 2 from 5:30pm-8pm drop the kiddos off ...

Fireworks Nightly at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Turn your eyes toward the sky as Busch Gardens Williamsburg lights up the night with a dazzling fireworks display NIGHTLY starting on Monday June 21, ...

Groupon Alert! Busch Gardens, Water Country and Great Wolf Lodge We are always looking for a good deal on fun things to do in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Hampton Roads? Scroll down ...

Regal Summer Movie Express – $1 Movies on Tuesdays & Wednesdays Summer 2021 According to Regal New Town 12 website the theater is open! Check movie listings here And they will be ...

Grand opening for the Kiwanis Kids Idea Studio James City County Library Saturday, June 26th, 2021 at 10am There was a major new update (March 21, 2020) at the James ...

Summer Breeze Concerts 2021 June 23 thru September 1, 2021 from 6 pm – 9 pmFree Concerts on the lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg The Summer Breeze ...

Fabulous volunteer model in the photo above just happens to be country music superstar Martina McBride, a powerful advocate for blood donation. There is a critical need for blood – The Red ...

Get offer CW Good Neighbor Pass – Special Discount Price thru July 4th – a local’s special! We have never seen Colonial Williamsburg’s Good Neighbor Pass go on sale so this is ...

2021 Schedule The Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, and you expect it back on the streets Friday, March 26, just in time for an exciting lineup ...

Juneteenth Events in Williamsburg, JCC & Yorktown 2021 Juneteenth is a holiday that celebrates emancipation and marks the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth became a permanent state holiday in 2020. ...

King’s Arms Tavern Serves Meals to be Savored and an Experience to Long Remember The culinary team has been working with Historic Foodways developing a menu for King’s Arms Tavern that ...

Project: Five Forty Seven, the Longest Day of Play! Out late or up early? Celebrate the longest day of the year by joining Parks & Recreation for the Longest Day of ...

Williamsburg Farmers Market The Williamsburg Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8am to noon at Francis Street Parking Lot (P6) at 410 W Francis Street in downtown Williamsburg. Over 40 vendors ...

Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2021, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Virginia parks will also ...

Summer History Camp 2021 Programs History camps return safely this Summer 2021 at Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, with enhanced protective measures and interactive learning opportunities for children ...

VIRGINIA ARTS FESTIVAL PRESENTS: WILLIAMSBURG LIVE June 18-20, 2021Lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg Back for another year! Virginia Arts Festival Music weekend in Williamsburg! Music! Enjoy live music by award-winning performers ...

Summer Bucket List  By Madeline Vann, M.Ed., NCC, resident in counseling at White Cloud Therapeutic Services, LLC School’s out for summer. What are your plans? Take a moment to mark this moment ...

Virginia Living Museum Celebrates 4th of July with a Spirit of America Laser Show July 2, 3 & 4 @ 1:30pm Enjoy the most amazing 4th of July laser displays in a nice, ...

‘Liberty Celebration’ July 4 at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown This Fourth of July, salute the 245th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence during Liberty Celebration at the American Revolution Museum at ...

Juneteenth Feast with Michael Twitty at Chownings Tavern on the Courthouse Lawn! Juneteenth Reception/Dinner- Courthouse LawnSaturday, June 19, 2021 |  This special culinary experience features a menu created by Michael Twitty. ...

Beat the summer heat with a family-friendly double feature! Free movies for kids playing at the Williamsburg Regional Library and the James City County Library! Each week, the Williamsburg Library ...

Enjoy live music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant while watching the planes take off and land. They even have a playground for the kiddos. Nightly specials. See you ...

Super Science Live – Eye Opening Experiments All Summer at the Virginia Living Museum! Join the Museum’s amazing educators each day to observe different eye-opening experiments! See below for a specific ...

Looking for things to do in the Williamsburg VA area this weekend? If so, “The Burg Weekender” our email of things to do this weekend is for you! View ...

Local vaccination clinics for Hampton Roads area for this upcoming week Looking for vaccines near me? Learn more about how to book your vaccine at your local pharmacy. Wanner Stadium Clinic ...

What is Juneteenth? Join the Williamsburg Area League of Women Voters to learn how Juneteenth began, how it is celebrated, who celebrates it, and how it might become a national holiday. ...

Sidewalk Chalk Competition on June 19, 2021 at the Library! James City County Library 7770 Croaker RoadJune 19, 2021 9:30 am to 11:30 am It’s Father’s Day weekend and this would ...

June 2021 events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including live theatre in the Hennage Auditorium The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg have daily live theatre, art projects for kids, ...

757 Next Level Sports Flag Football for Elementary Through High School for Boys & Girls 757 Next Level is excited to offer their second season of Flag Football. NEW this season ...

VPPSA chemical collection accepts a variety of paints, fuels, solvents, pesticides, automotive products and other chemicals. Collections are open to the residents of Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Hampton and ...

The Institute for Dance is offering Summer Camps and Summer Classes. Summer Session is a great time to try out new classes/styles without making a year-long commitment. Registration is now ...

Proposals for three parks – the James City County Recreation Center Park, Upper County Park and the Warhill Sports Complex are being made… What’s Important to You? Share Your Vision…Shape Our ...

Ranger Gresham with visitors (pre-COVID picture) York River State Park June Events for 2021 The park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk. The park visitor center, office, and gift shop are ...

Spring Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn in Colonial Williamsburg – reserve your table Williamsburg Inn Tea is served Thursday – Saturday 2:00 – 3:30 pm this week thru Oct 15, Maybe ...

2nd Sundays Williamsburg – 4 Blocks of Artisans, Live Music & Performing Arts 2021 Dates:March 14April 11May 9June 13July 11August 8September 12October 10November 14December 12 Localourist.com will be there May 9th! Keep it ...

Williamsburg Playgrounds and Parks Looking for the Best Parks & Playgrounds in Williamsburg and the surrounding areas?  Need to get the kids outside? Here is a list some parks in the Williamsburg, James ...

Campfire Socials are for all ages – and are FREE! Enjoy s’mores, activities, storytelling and more around the campfire overlooking the beautiful Gordon Creek at Chickahominy Riverfront Park! Children 12 and ...

The Bassett Nature Trail in Colonial Williamsburg – venture into nature If you are looking for a wonderful place to take a short walk or a longer hike…this is your spot: ...

The Power of “Weird” by Madeline Vann, NCC, M.Ed. at White Cloud Therapeutic Services One of my favorite books is titled “Weird: The Power of Being an Outsider in an Insider World” by Olga ...

Join in the fun and bring the kids to Busch Gardens for Kids Weekends! Bring your family to enjoy exclusive activities including dance parties, games, Storytime, crafts, and an ALL-NEW ...

Family Travel in Virginia: Take the Family on Presidents’ Homes Tour Written By Brandy Centolanza Virginians are fortunate enough to live in a place where history comes alive every day. Our commonwealth ...

Yorktown Sounds of Summer at the Riverwalk – Thursdays Concerts 2021 UPDATE: Tidewater Drive Band has been postponed to Thursday, August 26 due to weather We know you guys have missed the ...

Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg area Williamsburg, James City County and York County have amazing historical locations but they also ...

King of Glory invites the public to join their Community Book Studies Something new! Community Book Studies from King of Glory Lutheran Church & School! Everyone is welcome! ...

Welcoming Military Families for a FREE Visit! MAY 15 – SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 Colonial Williamsburg is proud to be a Blue Star Museum, offering complimentary Art Museums admission for active duty military ...

Juneteenth at the Custis Square archaeological site in Colonial Williamsburg – Open to the Public – June 19, 2021 Join us for Juneteenth at the Custis Square archaeological site! Take a tour ...

June Events, Activities, Classes and Camps through JCC Parks & Recreation – sign up today! All of the classes below can be found on the Destination Recreation Brochure or sign up ...

Williamsburg Gymnastics Summer Registration is Now Open Register now at www.williamsburggymnastics.com Trampoline and Tumbling – NEW CLASS! 2nd grade and older. Parent Tot – Children 18 months to 3 years of age. Preschool ...

Auditions in Williamsburg for All Pro Dance Team at The Academy of Dance located at the WISC Auditions are for both boys and girls ages 5 to 18 years old. ...

Schedule of Events for July 4 Celebrations in Colonial Williamsburg July 4th programming for locals and visitors to attend during the Birthday of our Nation plus a beautiful display of fireworks. ...

Fireworks at the Colonial Downs Sunday, July 4, 2021 Families and kids are welcome! Bring your lawn chairs and watch the fireworks in the parking lot. Food Trucks 5pm-9pm. Fireworks show is at 9pm. Coolers ...

Yorktown Market Days is the open air farmers & artisan market that is held regular on Saturdays from April 10th thru Oct 31. Enjoy spectacular views of the York River, ...

The Resilience You Built This Year by Madeline Vann, NCC, M.Ed. at White Cloud Therapeutic Services Has anyone told you today that you are resilient? Well, let me be the first. You’re resilient – ...

All about Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg Virginia Jamestown Beach Event Park is a family and dog-friendly beach that’s open daily 8 a.m. – sunset.  The beachfront park features picnic areas (some ...

Goal Keeper Training with licensed Goal Keeper Director, Justin Cook Train with licensed Goal Keeper Director, Justin Cook and Taylor Horner. Prepare for the fall by developing new skills and stay ...

Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses in Williamsburg – Summer 2021 James City County Police Department is offering free firearm safety courses to the public in the coming months. Each one-session class will cover ...

Yorktown Freedom Run 8K Memorial Day, May 31 The Yorktown Freedom Run will return for 2021!  The race will again be an 8K race on the Yorktown Battlefield on Memorial ...

Juneteenth at Colonial Williamsburg Join the Williamsburg community as we gather to commemorate, celebrate, and reflect on the Black experience in America at this year’s annual Juneteenth Opening Ceremony on Market Square here at ...

Bring A Friend FREE to Water Country USA! May 22 – 31, 2021 This is your chance to show your friends what you love about your favorite park! Members receive one ...

CRAFT BREWS & BITES at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Clubhouse Head over to at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Clubhouse from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Where is that? It is ...

Experience a Top 100 Course in the US in the heart of historic Colonial Williamsburg at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club!For a limited time, take advantage of our Summer Preview Offer for ...

Live Music Schedule at Virginia Beer Company and some food trucks too! Live Music: Friday, 5/28 – All-Veteran Band, Tidewater Valley (6-9 pm)Saturday, 5/29 –Clayton Perry (4-7 pm)Sunday, 5/30 – Harley Barker with DJ Kudlz  (1-4 ...

Come and Get Social on The Social Terrace the great patio of the Williamsburg Inn Love patio life? This is the patio to enjoy! Where is The Social Terrace? Just enter ...

Free 2 Park Preschool Pass 2021 – 2 Parks FREE for kids 5 and under for unlimited visits to Busch Gardens and Water Country USA 2-PARK 2021 PRESCHOOL PASS FREE admission to two ...

Live Music at Billsburg Brewery in Williamsburg Want to enjoy local brew, listen to live music, enjoy food from a variety of food trucks and all the while looking over the ...

Live Music at Brass Cannon Brewing in Williamsburg Live Music is back in the Burg! Here is the upcoming Live Music schedule for Brass Cannon Brewing – a place with a ...

Remembering Ssgt Talmadge Horton Alphin, Jr. A BROADCAST WILL BE AVAILABLE HERE ON MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 31, 2021 BY 11 A.M. Sergeant Talmadge Horton Alphin, Jr. was the first bass drummer of the ...

Memorial Day Weekend Free Admission to Colonial Williamsburg – Colonial Williamsburg is offering FREE admission during Memorial Day weekend, Friday through Monday, May 28-31, to all active duty Military, Reservists, ...

FREE Admission to Busch Gardens Williamsburg to US Veterans and up to 3 guests Busch Gardens® Williamsburg announced that they are sending an invitation to U.S. veterans and up ...

Colonial 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 ...

PHOTO: 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 ...

Grace Church Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 31, 202110:00 AM - 11:00 AM There will be a ceremony followed by the playing of “Taps” and “Honors” and reading the names of the 103 known ...

Summer Reading Program at the Williamsburg Library! The Summer Reading program at Williamsburg Regional Library back and starts June 1 and title sharing begins June 21! All ages can participate! Use the ...

Williamsburg Gymnastics Classes for Gymnasts Ages 2 – 18 Focusing on Boys and Girls Recreational and Competitive Gymnastics Teams, Cheer/Dance Tumbling, Pre School Gymnastics and Agility Course Training Williamsburg Gymnastics has a ...

Acoustical Guitar Featuring Lou Vangieri at Gallery at York Hall Sunday, June 20, 2021 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM Shop the work of local artists while enjoying the versatile sounds of acoustic guitarist/instrumentalist Lou ...

Williamsburg Restaurant Guide – During COVID-19 We have so many great options for dining in the Burg! We’ve compiled a list of restaurants to include indoor as well as outdoor seating, ...

Torggler Summer Art Camp at CNU! The Torggler Fine Arts Center at CNU is offering summer art camps for children ages 6-14! These half-day camps June 21-August 6 will explore a variety of engaging art forms ...

Ghost Walk Junior Ghost Walk Junior – the Official Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Tours – Put a little “Boo” in Your Night! This exciting new interactive storytelling experience is for those younger members ...

Jurassic Giants at Virginia Living Museum May 29 – September 6, 2021Open Daily, 9am – 5pm Experience the largest animatronic dinosaur the Virginia Living Museum has ever featured. The conservation garden will ...

Parks & Recreation Summer Activity Brochure Available! Summer 2021 Destination Recreation Activity Brochure Parks & Recreation invites you to a summer of fun – we’ve got over 60 summer camps for the ...

New World VR Summer Camps New World VR Summer Camp start June 19 and runs weekly through August 4th on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 10am to 2pm. Mondays start with the ...

Movies Under the Stars For All ages – FREE! Chickahominy Riverfront Park, 1350 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg Movies Under the Stars at Chickahominy Riverfront Park! Enjoy some of the great box ...

Good Neighbor Pass: A Special Pass for Williamsburg Area Residents Area residents, local military and local teachers can enjoy the 2 art museums, trades house, and receive special offers and discounts ...

The Mariners’ Museum Galleries Reopen on May 28Mariners’ Museum Members to be offered early access on May 21  Exciting changes await when The Mariners’ Museum and Park reopens its galleries. The ...

Irish Dance Summer Program Come learn a new skill this summer and experience the joy of Irish Dance, new friendships, fun games, excellent dance technique and success. Classes in Williamsburg and ...

Honor our fallen heroes at Nauticus Memorial Day Weekend: May 29 & 30 Enjoy special programming, a scavenger hunt on the historic Battleship Wisconsin and more! Special tours and interpretations available all weekend. Honor ...

Camp Piankatank Summer Camps 2021 Camp Piankatank is located on the beautiful Piankatank River, in Middlesex County, offering everything campers need for an exciting summer!! Their summer camp program provides a ...

Virginia Living Museum Permanent Dinosaur Trail For more than 25 years, dinosaurs have been a popular summer exhibit at the Virginia Living Museum. In 2016, as part of its 50th anniversary ...

Our List of Best Books from Fun Reads to Self Help Reading is a great distraction from the world around us. We have compiled a list of books we love as ...

Williamsburg Parks and Recreation would like to honor and remember the sacrifice of our fallen Military, Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement members by sharing their fallen hero stories at Waller Mill Park.  ...

12 CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUDIENCE: An Actor’s Showcase LIVE at Williamsburg Players May 8 & 9 – Directed by Julie King Twelve Actors in Search of an Audience: An ...

This post has affiliate links in it that do not affect the purchase price Water Country USA Opening May 15 & 16 For Preview Weekend. Get ready for safe, splashin’ fun at ...

County Outdoor Pools Reopen May 29-Sept. 6, 2021 Outdoor Pools Reopen Memorial Day Weekend Opening Day at the Pools – Sat 5/29 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • All AgesIt’s time to kick off ...

I provide safe and loving child care in my Williamsburg home. I currently have two full time spots open. My hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am-5:30pm. Rate is $185 per ...

SNACK BAR & PATIO PARTIES | CHOWNING’S TAVERN Spring has arrived and it’s time to enjoy the fresh air with family and friends. Come enjoy Chownings Patio Parties every Friday and ...

Surf and Turf at York River State Park is a special event program held on both Father’s Day and Mother’s Day but they have many canoeing and kayaking guided tours ...

Williamsburg Boat Club Who are we: We are a community rowing program. Participants include 6th-12th grade students enrolled in public or private schools, home-schooled students and adult rowers over the age ...