In July and August, there are more reasons than ever to make Busch Gardens® Williamsburg the place for summer fun. Lasers, pyrotechnics, a popular neon dance troupe, cool zones, fireworks, super shakes and tie-dyed crepes, plus more exciting offerings will make it a summer to remember.
An avid outdoors man and naturalist, local artist Jim Wilson has been in the midst of charging elephants in Africa, ventured down the Amazonian head waters, and trekked in the Peruvian Andes! His work is included in private and corporate collections, and can be seen in select galleries across the U.S. and Canada. It's usually shown here in Yorktown at his studio by appointment only, but you can see it at the Gallery at York Hall throughout June & July!
Designed for children 18 months to 8 years old. FREE with Museum admission. Fun for children! Join us Wednesday mornings throughout the summer for engaging Spanish learning activities, including storytime and a craft! Please note, there will be no program on July 4th, due to observance of Independence Day.
The Ed Shed is an interactive space where kids and families can share in the moment of discovery and examine real artifacts found at the site. Enjoy an array of hands-on activities, such as pottery mending or screening for artifacts, to learn more about the importance of archaeology and conservation. At the "sorting and picking" station, lend a hand and help the archaeological team by combing through excavated material to discover the tiniest clues to fort life in the 17th century!
Family Fun Run/Walk 5 K, meets weekly every Wednesday! Come for the run, stay for the community, great food, and craft beer sponsored by various breweries! All ages welcome. 757.369.5644
Join us June 6th for Run Club Anniversary Party- Family fun 5 K through historic Yorktown followed by a party including massages, giveaways and great deals on beer and food!
The Summer Breeze Concert Series is returning this year - bigger and better than ever! Merchants Square partnered with the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg and CultureFix VA to extend the schedule to 16 weeks with an exciting concert every Wednesday from 6-9pm, June 6-Sept 19.
The concerts are being "Unleashed" off DoG Street and moving to the Lawn of the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum in Colonial Williamsburg.
Official Line-up
June 6: Good Shot Judy
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are.
It's an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia.
We'll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water
Street Grille throughout the month.
Friday and Saturday Nights, (8-11 pm)
Few additional nights are added!
Friday 7/6 Court Street Company
Saturday 7/7 Slik51
Friday 7/13 Dave Crumpler
Saturday 7/14 Fifty Thirds
Wednesday 7/18 Hector 7pm-10pm
Friday 7/20 Good Shot Judy
Saturday 7/21 Jonny Cardigan
Friday 7/27 Roebuck
Saturday 7/28 Blue Ribbon
In July and August, there are more reasons than ever to make Busch Gardens® Williamsburg the place for summer fun. Lasers, pyrotechnics, a popular neon dance troupe, cool zones, fireworks, super shakes and tie-dyed crepes, plus more exciting offerings will make it a summer to remember.
Grab the family and enjoy these Summer Thursday Evenings at the Virginia Living Museum! Every Thursday this summer, from July 5 through August 30, enjoy EXTENDED museum hours. The Museum will be open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. That's THREE extra hours to experience our indoor and outdoor exhibits!
The Ed Shed is an interactive space where kids and families can share in the moment of discovery and examine real artifacts found at the site. Enjoy an array of hands-on activities, such as pottery mending or screening for artifacts, to learn more about the importance of archaeology and conservation. At the "sorting and picking" station, lend a hand and help the archaeological team by combing through excavated material to discover the tiniest clues to fort life in the 17th century!
Drop in and enjoy an afternoon conversation with Doctor Walter Russell, the first doctor at Jamestown. Offering the difference between a "chirurgian" and a Doctor, he will explain in the greatest detail the intrigues of "Humoral Theory". And should you suffer from any aches, pains, fevers, swellings, fluxes or chills, he has been known to vet out free advices and administer blisters, purgatives, emetics and vomits to get you back to good health! Dr.
Every Thursday, join running enthusiasts from The Williamsburg Winery team on a 5K run/jog/walk through the vineyards at Wessex Hundred followed by food and drink specials at the Winery! The route is completely paved and is open to all fitness levels. There's no fee to participate and this is a family-friendly event.
Complete five runs and you'll receive a complimentary Williamsburg Winery Running Club T-Shirt! We'll run every Thursday through November (weather permitting).
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at our Satellite location Thursday night!
Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
We will be open until 9pm that evening, so hang around for a beer (or two) afterwards.
Snacks are available, but feel free to bring in your own food.
CALLING ALL TRIVIA BUFFS! Starting July 12th, there will be a 12 Week SpeedQuizzing VA Trivia League! Come out to The Virginia Beer Company to compete to become TRIVIA CHAMPION every Thursday at 6:30 pm.
Join the team for great VBC beer, rotating food trucks, and the most fun you'll have at a Trivia Night! Rounds will include:
o General Knowledge
o General Knowledge
o General Knowledge
o Music Round
o #PlayersChoice
Join us on Thursdays this summer at Riverwalk Landing for free outdoor concerts by the river! Bring your lawn chairs and coolers; and stay until the sun sets! You'll get to enjoy some of the area's top acts playing beach favorites, Motown, disco, funk, R&B, Pop & More. Make sure you wear comfy shoes for dancing. And bring the kids. This is a fun for the whole family! Riverwalk Landing. Free. 757.890.3500
June 7 Slapnation
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water
Street Grille throughout the month.
Friday and Saturday Nights, (8-11 pm)
Few additional nights are added!
Friday 7/6 Court Street Company
Saturday 7/7 Slik51
Friday 7/13 Dave Crumpler
Saturday 7/14 Fifty Thirds
Wednesday 7/18 Hector 7pm-10pm
Friday 7/20 Good Shot Judy
Saturday 7/21 Jonny Cardigan
Friday 7/27 Roebuck
Saturday 7/28 Blue Ribbon
In July and August, there are more reasons than ever to make Busch Gardens® Williamsburg the place for summer fun. Lasers, pyrotechnics, a popular neon dance troupe, cool zones, fireworks, super shakes and tie-dyed crepes, plus more exciting offerings will make it a summer to remember.
Location: Inside James Fort, weather permitting
The Ed Shed is an interactive space where kids and families can share in the moment of discovery and examine real artifacts found at the site. Enjoy an array of hands-on activities, such as pottery mending or screening for artifacts, to learn more about the importance of archaeology and conservation. At the "sorting and picking" station, lend a hand and help the archaeological team by combing through excavated material to discover the tiniest clues to fort life in the 17th century!
Join in the ranks with Captain Brewster and train to defend Jamestown! As a new recruit, learn the manual of arms for the halberd-"a most ancient and honorable pole arm"-and then march in the "Grand Parade" inside James Fort!
