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Find fun family activities and events to fill your weekend. If you don't find the perfect fit below then visit our Daily Calendar for all the events!Â
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Experience foodie paradise during Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. This is a great opportunity to sample cuisine from around the world and we do mean cuisine – this is not your ordinary amusement park fare. Check out our review and get the inside scoop... More Info
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We know your love Two Drummers so why not head there on Thursday night when you will get to hear some great live music too?.. More Info
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Dungeons & Dragons players of all experience levels are invited to drop-in to play and learn this classic tabletop roleplaying game. For ages 9-18. More info
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Children’s Choral Concert - Rushingbrook Children’s Choir from Greenville, South Carolina, David Rasbach, Director - All Concerts are non-ticketed and open to the public. Freewill offerings are gratefully received. More info
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It's the weekend also known as the unofficial start to summer. We have some Memorial Day events as well as "it's summer' events like pools opening, new ride at Water Country USA and more. See the big list here
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FREE admission during Memorial Day weekend to all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents. More info
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Calling guests of all ages! Ghost Walk Jr. is returning to the Historic Area to bring an exciting new interactive storytelling experience for those seeking less fright and more fun! Enjoy this 45-minute ghost tour of traditional spooky stories with a Colonial Williamsburg flavor. INFO
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Enjoy a variety of styles such Latin, Brazilian, Funk, Rock and more on the patio along with great food & drink specials. More info
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Explore three re-created 17th-century buildings, solving puzzles, questioning suspects, and seeking clues to stop a murderer and protect the fort. There are new storylines based on the hardships in early Jamestown, three new suspects and even a few new puzzles which makes this an experience you don't want to miss. Space is limited, recommended for ages 12 and up. TICKETS
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You can't beat the view at the Yorktown Market Days. Nearly 50 vendors will be setup by the river with your favorite fresh flowers and produce, baked goods, handmade art, and more! Grab everything you need for Memorial Day Weekend gathering...More Info
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Start your Saturday morning at the Williamsburg Farmers Market. Shop for baked goods, plants, veggies, meat and even that much needed cup of delicious coffee. Bring your friends, your family, and your dog...  More Info
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Take a closer look at what swims in the James River. Seine with a Ranger to catch, identify and release different animal species.  INFO
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Historic Area Auctions include historic reproductions, one-of-a-kind objects from Colonial Williamsburg, souvenirs, collectibles, folk art, jewelry, and so much more. You never know what we'll have, but it's sure to be something special you can only find here!
Auctions are held outdoors at the Auction Stage next to the Market House and are free to attend. A list and pictures of items up for bid are posted to our Historic Area Auctions page at the link below a few days before each auction. More Info
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It’s time to kick off summer! Come out to one of James City County's two outdoors pools – Upper County Park and Chickahominy Riverfront Park – to celebrate the start of the season. Pool fees apply. More Info
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Barry Manilow’s Wardrobe will play the best New Wave and Alt 80s music. Best dressed 80’s dress crowned Prom King and Prom Queen. More info
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Local vendors and service providers with activities, and crafts, etc. for kids to enjoy for free. Open play ($) is from 9am-3pm that day as well – Play sessions beginning at 9, 11, and 1pm. Reservations strongly encouraged. Sign up for open play slot More info
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34th Annual Pow Wow celebration and Spring Festival. Native American dancing, drumming and vendors. Admission is FREE, donations accepted at the gate. More info
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Enjoy your Sunday with a performance by Jocelyn Oldham paired with a glass or bottle of your favorite wine, and relax while overlooking the vineyards here at Wessex Hundred. INFO
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Turn your eyes towards the sky and end your evening with a beautiful firework display. This spectacle of light will ignite the night. More info
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Please Note: This sale started at 12 am EST on Wednesday, May 24th. Purchases made before this time will NOT receive the discount.
The 20% Off Storewide Memorial Day Sale offer applies to purchases online at shop.colonialwilliamsburg.com. This offer excludes certain merchandise - visit here for info
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Honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country by visiting the Virginia War Museum on Memorial Day. Admission is free on this day. Â Â More info
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Grace Church Memorial Day Ceremony from 10am – 11:30am
Fifes and Drums of York Town will march to York Hall 11:45am
York County Memorial Day Ceremony at Noon
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Honor all the courageous Americans who died in active military service during these events in Colonial Williamsburg...
Memorial Day Commemoration on the Palace Green from 10 – 10:30a.m.
A Salute to the Fallen from 4:40 – 5:00p.m.Â
Both events are free and open to the public. More informationÂ
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There will be speakers, wreath laying, 1300 small American Flags place at Veteran's graves, singers performing and more. See all events and details plus parking info HERE
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This ride opens to Members on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 from 10 AM – 4 PM. and to the general public on Monday May 29th.
Bring your family and go down side by side in a watery competition of speed and thrills! Riptide Race™ will get your addrenaline going as it pits teams against each other as riders take their mark- way up high on a 54-foot tower! More Info
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Looking for a quick run down on events you don't wan to miss this May? Here is our big list!  INFO
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Sounds of Summer Concerts
Thursday Evenings
6:30-9 p.m.
June 1 through August 10, 2023
Summer in Yorktown wouldn’t be summer without the sound of live music and dancing feet on the Riverwalk Landing every Thursday night. This annual outdoor concert series is free and open to the public and runs from June through August. Each show runs 6:30 to 9 p.m. and the lineup features an eclectic mix of Beach Music, Motown, Pop, and R&B.  More info
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Gold Winner for 2023 Best Local Event/Festival in the Coastal Virginia Magazine Best of Readers’ Choice Awards. Over 250 vendors, artists, crafters and several of Virginia’s finest wineries at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, where there is something for everyone! .... More Info
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Here is some pivotal American History that happened in our own backyard that we may not even know about. On Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th, 2023, the May 24, 1864 victory of United States Colored Troops over attacking Confederate Cavalry comes to life in the “Action at Wilson’s Wharf” at Fort Pocahontas on the James River.... More Info
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Family fun movies playing on Tuesdays & Wednesdays for the summertime at our local Regal Theatre.  Here is the full schedule including Kiln Creek Regal  HERE
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The Summer Nights Concert Series returns this summer to Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Concerts take place outdoors at the Royal Palace Theatre with popular artists from Country, to R&B and Classic Rock, to Christian and Pop. Concerts are included with park admission More info
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If you came to Summer Camp Fair on you probably met many of the camps on this list (it was a huge fair)! But there are camps that were not at the Fair that are on this directory. Sit down with your family calendar and start planning your summer! ..More info
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FREE 2 Park Preschool Pass is for kids ages 5 and under. This will get them unlimited visits to Busch Gardens and Water Country USA. You have to register and redeem in the park by May 31, 2023 More info
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As you may have noticed this pass is mentioned in many of the above events. If you are wondering more about it and how to get one....well follow this post. Your Good Neighbor Pass offers discounts on food and beverage and shopping in Colonial Williamsburg stores and resort eateries. If you are a local resident or you teach or work in the area (see post for details) you may qualify for the Good Neighbors pass which gives you unlimited entrance to Colonial Williamsburg museums, historic trade house and discounts on tickets you purchase for friends and family. Here are all the benefits of this pass!Â
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To show appreciation for their neighbors and to honor their commitment to the area, local residents receive free admission to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown with proof of residency. Who is eligible?*Â visit here for zip codes and details!Â
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Williamsburg Players will present The Spitfire Grill June 2- June 18!  We are giving away 2 tickets to the performance. We will select 2 winners each receiving 2 tickets. What is the Spitfire Grill? Learn more and enter the contests here
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If you have been watching the Firefly Lane Netflix Series based on the book by the same name you have undoubtedly noticed the home that the main character lives in...well, we stayed there once and....(read more)
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Our jobs page is busy! Click here to see jobs available or list a job you need filled. Search for a job for free. List a job for $10.99 for one month! Visit here...
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Events are back! Check out our Daily Calendar and find fun things to do!Â
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From fiction to non-fiction we are bringing you a list of curated books that may be just what you were looking for...Kristy, our resident bookworm has been updating this list with more and more titles! If you have a recommendation let us know! Â Â Find more here
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Unisex Tshirts that show your love of The Burg while being fashionable and oh, so soft! New Colors just in! Check out all options online. Shirt in photo is Heather Slate.
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Do you see our Daily Funny posted at 6:45 am daily? This is the most popular one from this past week!
We post a "Daily Funny" every morning at 5:45 am on our Facebook, Twitter & Instagram accounts. The funny above was the most popular one last week. Follow us and check in every morning for a laugh! Just click the social icons below and "follow"
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