The Williamsburg Pancake Festival

Two Days of Syrupy Fun in the Pancake Capital of the World

Visit Williamsburg invites you to celebrate the inaugural Williamsburg Pancake Festival presented by Visit Williamsburg and CultureFix— celebrating the city’s well-earned title as the Pancake Capital of the World, with more pancake house restaurant options than any other town. This two-day event promises a weekend packed with delicious food, lively entertainment, and family-friendly fun. 

All September long, explore Williamsburg's famous pancake houses and local breakfast spots with the Williamsburg Pancake Trail Pass, then join us for a festive weekend of community events and delicious bites during the Williamsburg Pancake Festival. It’s a celebration of comfort food, creativity, and community — all served with a generous drizzle of syrup.

Day 1 – Friday, September 26

The festivities kick off on National Pancake Day, Friday, September 26, with an evening of pancakes, cozy swag, and live entertainment at the Hellenic Center. This ticketed event, where guests are encouraged to wear their favorite PJs, runs from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. It features a mouthwatering menu of breakfast favorites, a performance by the upbeat Tidewater Drive Band, and a “Pancake Lab” sponsored by Capitol Pancake House, a kids' zone where little ones can get creative, decorating their own pancakes with delicious and imaginative toppings, and face painting at both events. Plus, if you participate in the Williamsburg Pancake Trail, you can earn a free ticket to the party! It’s a relaxed, flavorful way to start the weekend in true Williamsburg Pancake House style.

Day 2 – Saturday, September 27

On Saturday, September 27, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., the celebration moves outdoors to Duke of Gloucester Street in Merchant’s Square during the Farmers Market, with family-friendly activities including the Sausage Sprint, a dachshund dog race presented by Zoom Room, a pancake-themed children's book reading, and the exciting World Pancake Eating Championship, where professional eaters like Miki Sudo and Nick Wehry compete in a pancake showdown, with pancakes sponsored by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Don't forget to celebrate all September long with the Williamsburg Pancake Trail!