Historic Yorktown has a the beautiful Historic Riverfront water front and beach, lined with shops, museums, and dining. It is a place for everyone with different events going on almost daily.
- Memorial Day Events in Yorktown – May 29, 2023
1. Grace Church Memorial Day Prayer Service and Ceremony – Monday, May 29, 2023 from 10 am – 11:30 am Join Historic Grace Episcopal Church for a memorial service ... - Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market is weekly on Saturdays from 8 am to noon
Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market is weekly on Saturdays from 8 am to noon Yorktown Market Days Farmers Market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.* through the end ... - Sounds of Summer Concert Series (FREE) at the Riverwalk, Yorktown – Summer 2023
Yorktown Sounds of Summer at the Riverwalk – Thursdays Concerts 2023 Sounds of Summer ConcertsThursday Evenings6:30-9 p.m.June 1 through August 10, 2023 Summer in Yorktown wouldn’t be summer without the sound of ... - Memorial Day Ceremony Grace Episcopal Church Yorktown
Grace Church Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 29, 202310:00 AM - 11:00 AM Join Historic Grace Episcopal Church for a memorial service honoring those who died while serving in the armed forces. Historic Grace Episcopal ... - Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, at Riverwalk Landing – deck tours June 13 – 17
Historic 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 ... - Movies in the Park – Free Outdoor Movies in York County – See the Full List
Movies In the Park Series 2023 Movies begin roughly 15 minutes after sunset. Concessions will be available for purchase at each movie. You are encouraged to bring blanket and/or chairs for ... - 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 ... - Yorktown Freedom Run 8K Memorial Day, May 29
Yorktown Freedom Run 8K Memorial Day, May 29 The Yorktown Freedom Run will return for 2023! The race will again be an 8K race on the Yorktown Battlefield on Memorial ... - Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2023
2023 Schedule The Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, and you expect it back on the streets Friday, March 24, just in time for an exciting lineup ... - Art at the River – Annual Juried Art Show will return to Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown Sunday, May 7
Art at the River is coming for it’s 10th Annual show on Sunday May 7 at the Yorktown Riverfront Art at the River Juried Art ShowHistoric Yorktown Riverwalk LandingFree & ... - Pirate Invasion comes to Yorktown – April 29 and 30, 2023
Pirates Invade Yorktown – Saturday April 29 & 30, 2022 Ye are invited to travel back to the Golden Age of Piracy as Riverwalk Landing and the Watermen’s Museum ... - Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival is on Sat, May 6th
Tickets are on sale for the May 6 Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival. From 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., attendees can sample dozens of craft beers, dig into some amazing ... - Sister Cities French Market in Yorktown – April 15th – Learn more…
Sister Cities French Market in Yorktown – April 15th – from 8 AM – 3 PM It’s one of our favorite markets every year! On Saturday, April 15, ... - Local Residents enjoy free admission every day at Jamestown Settlement & the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Don’t forget if you are a local resident you may get free admission! Local Residents enjoy free admission every day at Jamestown Settlement & the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown To ... - CANCELLED – Relay for Life Tartan and Tie Dye Celebration – Sat., April 22, 2023
Relay for Life – Tartan and Tie Dye CelebrationHosted by the Watermen’s MuseumApril 23, 2023 This event has been cancelled due to possible bad weather. We will update with new ... - York County History Day & Watermen’s Museum Chili Cook Off is on April 15, 2023
York County History Day & Watermen’s Museum Chili Cook Off is on April 15, 2023 Join us for a celebration of York County History on Saturday April 15. The Townwide event ... - Victory at Yorktown Race – 1-Mile Fun Run, 5K and 10K – Register Now
The Victory Family YMCA is hosting its 8th Annual Victory at Yorktown Races 8th Annual Victory at Yorktown Races – The 1-Mile Fun Run, 5K, and 10KSaturday, April 1, 2023Yorktown Waterfront ... - Easter Vigil on Yorktown Beach on April 15th – Free and Open to the Public
Easter Vigil on Watermen’s Museum beach April 15, 2023: from Dusk until 9PM – All are welcome for the Watermen’s Museum Easter Vigil on the Beach – Free to the Public! ... - Yorktown’s Winter Markets – next one is March 18, 2023
Yorktown Winter Markets 2023 Winter Markets on the Yorktown Waterfront Begin in February and run through March 18! This is your lucky day! Join us for Yorktown Market Days’ final ... - President’s Day Weekend Things to Do in Williamsburg
President’s Day Weekend 2023 -Things to Do in Williamsburg Got kids who are out of school this President’s Day. Here are a bunch of fun things to do including a ... - Top 20 Things to Do in Williamsburg over Christmas Break 2022
Affiliate Links run on this post Top 20 Things to Do in Williamsburg Area over Christmas Break 2022 From our friends at Localourist.com – Live Like a Local. Play Like a Tourist!(TM) ... - Wreaths Across America – Yorktown National Cemetery on Saturday, December 17, 2022
Wreaths Across America Yorktown National CemeterySaturday, December 1712 p.m. Fresh Christmas wreaths will be placed on grave markers at the Yorktown National Cemetery in this remembrance ceremony conducted by the Yorktown Coast ... - Christmastide: A Colonial Christmas Explores Historical Holiday Traditions at Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Christmastide at Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown December 18-31, 2022 (except on Christmas 12/25) “Wassail! Wassail! All over the town!” ‘Tis the season for centuries-old holiday merriment. Grab your ... - Best Things to Do in Williamsburg Virginia in December 2022
Looking for the Best Things to Do in Williamsburg in December? The fall and winter are really wonderful in Williamsburg Virginia and during the month of December there are many ... - Toyland Parade & Mistletoe Market in Yorktown on Saturday December 10
Toyland Parade & Mistletoe Market in Yorktown Saturday December 10, 2022 from 9 am to 3 pm The Historic Yorktown waterfront transforms into a Christmas wonderland for the final Yorktown Market ... - An Enchanted Evening on Main Street in Historic Yorktown – Friday, December 9, 2022
An Enchanted Evening on Main Street in Historic Yorktown Friday, December 9 | 5 - 9 p.m.Location: Historic Main Street Enjoy the first-ever nighttime Christmas market! Shop amid the twinkling lights, festive music, and ... - Holiday & Christmas Events in Yorktown – December 2022
Holiday and Christmas Events in Yorktown December 2022 December is a special time of year with many traditions that we look forward to all year. Yorktown is known for putting on ... - Yorktown Christmas Market on Main – Dec 3 & 4, 2022 – Yes, Santa will be there!
Christmas Market on Main in Yorktown – Yes, Santa will be there! Saturday, December 3 | 10 a.m. to 3 p. m.Sunday, December 4 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Location: Historic ... - Cookies with Santa in Yorktown at York Hall – Dec. 4 – FREE – Bring Your Camera!
Cookies with Santa – FREE event! Sunday, December 4 | 1 to 4 p.m. Location: Gallery at York Hall – Main Street The Gallery at York Hall is excited to host Cookies with ... - Lighted Boat Parade & Bonfire in Yorktown on Saturday December 3, 2022
Lighted Boat Parade Saturday, December 36 to 8 p.m If you’re ready to get into the holiday spirit, you’ll want to put this one on your calendar! Head to the Yorktown Waterfront ... - Come to the Harvest Market – Yorktown Market Days – Sat., Nov 19, 2022 – Here’s the full lineup of special events:
Harvest Market – Yorktown Market Days – extended Fall Fun Market – see event schedule below! November 19: Harvest Festival (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)Riverwalk Landing – 331 Water St, Yorktown, VA 23690 It’s ... - Yorktown Maritime Heritage Festival and 2nd annual Yorktown Sea Shanty Festival – November 12 & 13
Yorktown Maritime Heritage Festival and 2nd annual Yorktown Sea Shanty festival Head to the Watermen’s Museum for two glorious days of sea shanties, folk music, maritime living history demonstrations, cannon fire, ... - Yorktown Christmas Tree Lighting and Procession! Santa will be there too!
Christmas Tree Lighting – Victory Monument & Yorktown Waterfront Friday, Dec. 2, 2022Monument Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m.Tree Lighting at 7:30 p.m. Yorktown Christmas events kick off with Yorktown’s annual Tree Lighting ... - Historic Yorktown Celebrates Veterans Day – Nov. 11, 2022
York County Celebrates Veterans Day – Nov. 11, 2022 Grace Episcopal Church Veterans Day Prayer Friday, November 11, 2022 Join Historic Grace Episcopal Church in Yorktown at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 11, ... - Best things to do in November in Williamsburg 2022
Best things to do in November in Williamsburg, Yorktown and surrounding towns – Nov 2022 If you love the fall you will love being in Williamsburg in November. With the ... - Yorktoberfest Sun., November 6, 2022 from 10:30 am – 5:30 pm at Riverwalk Landing Yorktown
Yorktoberfest Riverwalk Landing Yorktown Sunday, November 6, 202212 pm – 5:30 pmRiverwalk Landing, 401 Water Street Why is Yorktober in November? Due to rain in the forecast the event was rescheduled to November ... - Paws at the Riverwalk Yorktown Market – Pet Parade and Trick or Treating for Kids – Oct 29
Paws at the RiverYorktown Market Days (Yorktown Farmers Market) Paws at the River – Yorktown Market DaysSaturday, October 29, 20229 am – 3 pm Head to Yorktown for a PAWSITIVELY Fabulous ... - Yorktown Wine Festival – November 13, 2022
Yorktown Wine Festival Sunday, November 13, 2022Noon – 6:00pmRiverwalk Landing Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or an aspiring novice—you don’t want to miss our grand tasting. Not only will you ... - Victory At Yorktown 241st Anniversary Celebration Weekend Events – October 15~19, 2022
Victory At Yorktown 241st Anniversary Celebration Weekend October 15~19, 2022 The 241st anniversary of America’s decisive Revolutionary War Victory at Yorktown will be celebrated Saturday through Wednesday, October 15-19, with a ... - Nao Trinidad at Riverwalk Landing – deck tours through Sun, Nov 12, 2022
Nao Trinidad at Riverwalk Landing – deck tours Friday Oct 28 – Sun, Nov 12, 2022 Nao Trinidad is extending its stay until Saturday, November 12! Second chances like this don’t ... - Maritime Market Festival – Yorktown Market Days on Saturday, November 12
Maritime Market Festival – Yorktown Market Days Saturday, November 129 a.m. to 3 p.m.Riverwalk Landing It is the Annual Maritime Market at Yorktown Market Days. Pirates “ARRRR” going to invade the waterfront ... - Yorktown Day Celebration on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 – see schedule and locations
Yorktown Day Celebration on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 Join in the festivities to commemorate the Siege of Yorktown in 1781 and the Revolutionary War victory that paved the way for ... - Veterans Day and Weekend Celebrations in Williamsburg & Yorktown
Veteran’s Day Celebrations in Williamsburg and Yorktown on Friday Nov 11, 2022 The Historic Triangle is home for many military families. Our area is a patchwork of battlefields where victories ... - 10th Annual Folk Festival on September 24 – 25, 2022 at Watermen’s Museum
Annual Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Folk Festival Saturday 10 AM to 9 PM Sunday 12 to 8 PM The 10th Annual Yorktown Folk Festival on September 24 and 25 will feature performances on ... - Yorktown Fall Market – huge event with family activities at Yorktown Market – Oct. 8, 2022
Yorktown Market Days – Fall FestivalRiverwalk LandingSaturday, Oct. 88 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s become a community tradition to help kick off a season of cooler weather, changing leaves, and outdoor ... - First Responders Market at the Yorktown Market Days is Saturday September 10th!
Yorktown Market Days – First Responders MarketSaturday, Sept. 10Yorktown Riverwalk Landing8 a.m. to 12 p.m. There won’t be cause for alarm if you’re in Historic Yorktown on September 10. Emergency vehicles and officials ... - Yorktown Art Stroll – September 25, 2022 – FREE Event!
Yorktown Art Stroll 2022 Freight Shed331 Water StreetYorktown, VA 23690 Sunday, September 25, 2022 from 10am – 5pm Rain or Shine Marvel at some pretty amazing talent on Sunday, September 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 ... - The Virginia Symphony Orchestra FREE Concert Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 7:30 PM
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra FREE Concert Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 7:30 PM – Yorktown Waterfront The Virginia Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Adam Turner, returns to Yorktown on Saturday, ... - Annual Oyster Roast at The Watermen’s Museum – Sept. 10, 2022
Watermen’s Annual Oyster Roast Saturday, September 10, 202212:00-3:00pm Watermen’s Museum’s Annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser. All you can eat (AYCE) local oysters, creamy clam chowder (gluten free) and clam chowder with bacon, hot ... - Pawpaw Festival at Endview Plantation – Saturday August 27, 2022
Pawpaw Festival at Endview Plantation – Saturday August 27, 2022 TIME: 11 am to 4 pmLOCATION: Endview Plantation We’ve waited all summer for ripe pawpaws, so come out to celebrate and enjoy ... - Rhythms on the Riverwalk FREE Concert Series Schedule for 2022 in Yorktown
“Rhythms on the Riverwalk” Concert Series 2022 in Yorktown is back! This is exciting news! Yorktown is thrilled to announce the return of outdoor concerts to the waterfront this Fall! You ... - ‘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 246th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The American ... - Military Appreciation Weekend in Yorktown
June 11 & 12, 2022 Special exhibits and programs will be presented at the Watermen’s Museum, Mobjack Bay Coffee Roasters, York County Historical Museum at York Hall, and the Museum on ... - Historic Garden Week Features Yorktown on Wed April 27th – and there will be a Farmers market too!
Historic Garden Week Features Yorktown on Wed April 27th – and there will be a Farmers market too! In addition to a tour of the Yorktown Gardens, there will be a ... - Historic Garden Week – Williamsburg is featured on April Tuesday April 26, 2022
Historic Garden Week – Williamsburg is featured on April Tuesday April 26, 2022 Color and beauty will be in full bloom when the Garden Club of Virginia brings its Historic Garden Week to Williamsburg. ... - Watermen’s Museum Grand Re-Opening April 1, 2022
WATERMEN’S MUSEUM GRAND RE-OPENINGApril 1st 2022 from 10 AM to 5 PM309 Water Street Yorktown VirginiaCOME JOIN THEM FOR THEIR GRAND RE-OPENING. Watermen’s Museum is happy to announce that they are ... - Colonial National Historic Park – Yorktown Battlefield – Visitor Information
Colonial NHP – Yorktown Battlefield The following information is from VisitYorktown.org local museums and attractions page – Begin your visit at the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, where an orientation film, museum ... - “An African American History of the Civil War in Hampton Roads” with Guest Speaker Dr. Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander Historian and Author – Feb 27, 2022 – Learn more
“An African American History of the Civil War in Hampton Roads” with Guest Speaker Dr. Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander Historian and Author – Free Lecture – Open to the Public “An African ... - Calling all artists! Deadline for “Art at the River” is extended to February 8, 2022Art at the River 2022 is taking artist applications Artist applications for the “Art at the River” Juried Art Show has been extended to no later than Tuesday, February 8, ...
- Foods & Feasts of Colonial Virginia at Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown- Nov. 26 & 27
Explore Centuries-Old Cooking Techniques at Foods & Feasts This Thanksgiving holiday, explore centuries-old cooking techniques of 17th- and 18th-century Virginia during “Foods & Feasts of Colonial Virginia,” a two-day event on Friday, ... - York County Vintage Marketplace – Nov 5, 2022 from 9 am – 3 pm
Vintage Marketplace Saturday, November 5 (Rain date: Sunday, November 6)9 a.m. to 3 p.m. McReynolds Athletic Complex What’s Old is New Again!Collectibles – Antiques – Arts & Crafts – Clothing – Jewelry – Flowers In ... - LOVE letters artwork in Yorktown are now permanent attraction
LOVE letters artwork comes to Yorktown Riverfront and will remain as a permanent attraction at the waterfront. York County is excited to announce that Virginia Tourism’s life-sized LOVE artwork will become a ... - Running, Walking & Cycling Clubs in Williamsburg and Yorktown – Free, Family Friendly and with food and drink perks!
Running, Walking & Cycling Clubs in Williamsburg and Yorktown – Free, Family Friendly and with food and drink perks! For those who love a good run, jog, or walk with a ... - Annual Oyster Roast at the Watermen’s Museum – Sept. 11
Annual Oyster Roast at the Watermen’s Museum September 11, 2021 12 to 3 PM on Saturday The Annual Oyster Roast of the Watermen’s Museum offers wonderful oysters of the Chesapeake Bay as ... - Watermen’s Summerfest: Yorktown Seafood Festival & Running of the Crabs- Sat., July 17
The Watermen’s Summerfest: Yorktown Seafood Festival Saturday July 17 from 10am – 5pm. along the Yorktown Waterfront Music, food, vendors and the 1st Annual” Running of the Crabs” at ... - Acoustical Guitar Featuring Lou Vangieri at Gallery at York HallAcoustical 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 ...
- Yorktown Wellness Market is May 8 – fitness, cooking demos and family fun!
Yorktown Market Days special Wellness Market is Sat., May 8, 2021 - ‘Military Through the Ages’ Returns to Jamestown Settlement March 20-21
‘Military Through the Ages’ Returns to Jamestown Settlement March 20-21, 2021 – Williamsburg VA - The Fifes and Drums of York Town Recruit Class Information Meeting
The Fifes and Drums of York Town The Fifes and Drums of York Town are hosting an informational meeting on Thursday, January 28th at 6 pm for a new recruit class. ... - LOVE letters are returning to Yorktown -Perfect Photo Op
UPDATE! Love Letters’ stay has been extended thru Aug 15th Pirates Invade the Yorktown Market Days event! Learn more about the Pirates Invade Yorktown Markets here – it is a ... - Watermen’s Museum is reopened for the Season!Watermen’s Museum is reopened for the Season! The Watermen’s Museum is an educational museum that demonstrates the role Chesapeake Bay watermen (from pre-colonial to modern times), played in the molding of ...
- Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum Taking Steps to Welcome Visitors Safely this Summer
Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown to Reopen on June 24 Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown to reopen are scheduled to open on Wednesday, June 24, ... - Beaches Reopen this weekend!
Last weekend we celebrated Memorial Day and this weekend beaches will reopen! Gov. Ralph Northam said Thursday that all public beaches statewide could begin reopening. While this is very exciting, ... - Junior Ranger Day at Yorktown Battlefield – a “National” Junior Ranger Patch – April 18
Junior Ranger Day at Yorktown Battlefield Saturday, April 18 9 am to 5pm. National Junior Ranger Day is an annual recognition of America’s future. Children 14 and under, with an adult, can participate ... - National Park Service Civil War Weekend in Yorktown – April 4th & 5th
National Park Service & Yorktown’s Civil War Weekend Saturday, April 4th from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, April 5th, from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. An exploration of Yorktown’s Civil ... - Cabin Fever Concert Series – FREE Thursdays at Yorktown Freight ShedFREE Cabin Fever Concert Series Thursdays Nights Jan 30 – Mar 5, 20207:00 PM - 8:30 PMDoors open promptly at 6:30Freight Shed 331 Water Street Yorktown, VA 23690 Enjoy an intimate concert with some of our ...
- Archaeology Public Dig Day!
Archaeology Public Dig Day! Thursday, Sept 26 and Friday, Sept 27, 20199am-4pm Annual Fall Public Dig Days hosted by the Fairfield foundation. Help professional Archeologist dig up the past of New Quarter Park. To register for ... - Celebrate Yorktown Committee Summer Concert Series 2021 – not yet confirmedCelebrate Yorktown Committee Summer Concert Series 2021 have not yet been announced. GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH111 Church Street, Yorktown(757) 890.4490 Looking for more Live Music in Williamsburg area? Visit our Live Music post ...
- Nao Santa Maria arrives in Yorktown – Come See the Full Size Replica of Columbus’ Santa Maria
Nao Santa MariaMay 25th – May 27th, 201910 AM – 7 PM The Nao Santa María is making a tour of the American East Coast and will make a Port of Call ... - Schooner VIRGINIA visiting Yorktown April 27, 28, 2019- During Pirates Invade Yorktown
Schooner VIRGINIA visiting Yorktown April 26, 27 & 28, 2019 – During Pirates Invade Yorktown The Schooner Virginia will make the voyage from its home port on the Elizabeth River in ... - Yorktown Open House – Special Events, Sales, Santa and more – FREE event on Nov 17 & 18Yorktown Holiday Open House Weekend November 17 & 18, 2018 9am – 5pm Cheer in the Holidays and soak up the ambiance of historic Yorktown. Special events, festive decorations, special sales, discounts, ...
- Blast from the Past: Artillery in the War of Independence at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
“Blast from the Past: Artillery in the War of Independence” special exhibition at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown ~ Opening Weekend ~ Saturday and Sunday, June 9 and 10 As part of ... - “At Christmas Be Merrie” Holiday Program at the Nelson House – Dec 15th & 16th – Yorktown – details:“At Christmas Be Merrie” Holiday Program at the Nelson House Fri., December 15 at 6 – 9 PM Sat., December 16 at 10 AM – 4 PM Join us for a night of ...
On Saturdays from mid April thru October, visitors and locals come to the Riverwalk to shop at the Yorktown Market Days, enjoying local music, artisans, produce and food trucks. This outdoor seasonal weekly Market offers several special themed Market Days where the focus shifts to Fitness, Pets, Holidays and more.
Other great annual event includes the Pirates Invade Yorktown, which is a huge family friendly event that occurs in April. Landlubbers of all ages are invited to visit the Historic Yorktown waterfront to learn lessons and legends from pirates’ lives in the 17th and 18th centuries. Hands-on activities, and a treasure hunt for the kids. Explore our pirate encampment, attend pirate school, and witness a pirate trial! Sing along to sea shanties and don’t miss the exciting cannon demonstrations.
The Yorktown Sounds of Summer Concert Series starts in June and is extending this year to run all the way through the end of August! This is a FREE outdoor concert series right on the beautiful historic Yorktown Riverwalk. Summer nights have never been so fun and so “cool”. These are family friendly events and you can enjoy the music and the view check the Sounds of Summer Concert Line Up here!
As you go into the fall and winter Yorktown’s events go into high gear. Fall Markets and Holiday Markets delight and Yorktown Toyland Parade invites everyone to join the parade through the town.
