End of Summer Events in Williamsburg VA

Every Friday we release a new craft beer on tap. You read that right. EVERY WEEK! From large batches to small nano-batches, hoppy to malty, you never know what we are going to come up with next. Any time you visit our Tap Room on a Friday night, you can expect a new interesting brew, a food truck for dinner, and super friendly staff. Join us and start your weekend off right at The Cannon. Cheers!

Looking for a different date night experience? Come to New World VR anytime on Fridays and enjoy $10 off your couple session of virtual reality gaming. Enjoy multiplayer and co-op games and get to know each other better. With our amenities of over 100 Oculus and Vive Steam games to chose from, game seating and multiplayer arena. Couples are also welcome to order catering or bring food for an amazing experience.

The Jamestown Get Down at Billsburg Brewery brings you live music every Friday night this fall from great local and regional bands. Every Friday, Sept. 6 – Nov 22 from 6-9pm, enjoy great live music outdoors on the waterfront of the James City County Marina at your favorite local brewery, Billsburg Brewery. Our taproom opens at noon, brewhouse garage door opens at 5pm for full pours of your favorite brews. 2019 Jamestown Get Down Band Lineup:
9/6: Ben Phelps Project

Our exciting five-week concert series features local favorites who play a little bit of everything-jazz, big band, and country. Don't forget your blankets and chairs. Coolers permitted. Pack a picnic to enjoy supper and a serenade!

The Pearl Fishers by Georges Bizet, in French with English supertitles. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast, presenting a masterpiece by the composer of Carmen.  Two loyal friends fall in love with the same woman. Will their friendship survive? Eve Summer, the director of Opera in Williamsburg's The Magic Flute in May 2019, will direct. Maestro Jorge Parodi conducts the orchestra. Costume design: Eric Lamp.

Just minutes from I-64 in Williamsburg, VA the Patriot’s Half is a must do event. After a 1.2 mile swim in the James River, athletes will ride through 58 miles of rural countryside on mostly flat terrain and good pavement. Once you have laced up your running shoes, you’ll be treated to a flat and fast 13.1 mile run on a combination of bike paths and jogging trails.

The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in Merchants Square in the heart of historic Williamsburg, Virginia. Flowerbeds and benches offer a tranquil setting for this open-air, Virginia producer-only market. Over 35 vendors offer a variety of local products, among which are fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy chef demonstrations, listen to live music, and learn while you shop.

Tony from Cultivated Mind is returning to the Cannon, and this time he's going acoustic! Along with the groovy vibes,Carmen's is coming to offer up delicious authentic eats. To find out more about Cultivated Mind go to their page:

Tony from Cultivated Mind is returning to the Cannon, and this time he's going acoustic! Along with the groovy vibes, Carmen's Authentic Jamaican Cuisine is coming to offer up delicious authentic eats. Don;t miss out on a great time, only at Brass Cannon Brewing.

Just minutes from I-64 in Williamsburg, VA the Patriot's International is a must do event. After a 1,500 meter swim in the James River athletes will ride through 24 miles of rural countryside on mostly flat terrain and good pavement. Once you have laced up your running shoes you'll be treated to a flat and fast 6.2 mile run on a combination of bike paths and jogging trails.  The International will be run in conjunction with the Patriot's Half, you'll have a great weekend in Williamsburg!

Our waterfront farmers market is one of the most unique in Hampton Roads-offering spectacular views of the York River, live music, food trucks, chef cooking demonstrations, and a variety of vendors! This year, the season starts mid-April, and you can enjoy weekly markets through the end of October.

The Mariners' Museum and Park will feature its newest exhibition, Seizing the Moment: The Evolution of Action Photography until September 30, 2020, showcasing never before seen images from The Horace Havemeyer III Collection along with work by contemporary photographers.

This exhibition details the incredible evolution of marine photography from a documentary approach to more of an artistic perspective. Come see this one-of-a-kind maritime collection!

Discover personal stories of enslaved and free African Americans who fought on both sides of the Revolutionary War through interactive elements and compelling art displays, including a new contemporary work by nationally acclaimed artist Titus Kaphar. Follow the forgotten stories of African Americans who enlisted as soldiers for the American cause for a free and independent nation and those who joined British forces with the promise of obtaining their own freedom.

Just minutes from I-64 in Williamsburg, VA this is another must do event. After a 750 meter swim in the James River athletes will ride 20K over great pavement along Rt. 5 in James City County. Once you have laced up your running shoes you'll be treated to a pancake flat 5K on an asphalt bike path.

This event features a tri-blend crew style t-shirts, custom race socks, finisher's medals, professional DJ, bounce house and a post race meal.

Just minutes from I-64 in Williamsburg, VA the Patriot's International is a must do event. After a 1,500 meter swim in the James River athletes will ride through 24 miles of rural countryside on mostly flat terrain and good pavement. Once you have laced up your running shoes you'll be treated to a flat and fast 6.2 mile run on a combination of bike paths and jogging trails.  The International will be run in conjunction with the Patriot's Half, you'll have a great weekend in Williamsburg!

The Mariners' Museum and Park will feature its newest exhibition, Seizing the Moment: The Evolution of Action Photography until September 30, 2020, showcasing never before seen images from The Horace Havemeyer III Collection along with work by contemporary photographers.

This exhibition details the incredible evolution of marine photography from a documentary approach to more of an artistic perspective. Come see this one-of-a-kind maritime collection!

Discover personal stories of enslaved and free African Americans who fought on both sides of the Revolutionary War through interactive elements and compelling art displays, including a new contemporary work by nationally acclaimed artist Titus Kaphar. Follow the forgotten stories of African Americans who enlisted as soldiers for the American cause for a free and independent nation and those who joined British forces with the promise of obtaining their own freedom.

Have a family member, friend, or loved one that needs a tailored museum experience? Join us for Friendly Hours on the second Sunday of each month. Friendly Hours is an inclusive time where guests with mobility, cognitive, or physical challenges can experience the Museum in a less crowded environment with reduced sound and lighting. Space is limited, so please register in advance to let us know you are coming.

Your "We Want Brunch" chants have been heard! Join us weekly for a seasonally inspired Brunch Menu, created for the best day of the week, Sunday! Chef Brok's menu will rotate weekly, and always be composed of our modern takes on Southern"breakfast" cuisine, utilizing the freshest ingredients from all of our local partners. What makes our brunch even better is the Brunch Cocktail menu, anchored by new AO Bloody Mary that is served with a "sidecar" of your favorite Precarious Beer!

Wrap the weekend at The Virginia Beer Company...

12-7 pm: 16 draft beers - plus discounts on multi-packs of Crowlers, first fills in new Premium Growlers, and on cases of 12 oz. Cans!

2-5 pm: Acoustic Sundays featuring live music from local acts in the beer garden!

12:30-6:30 pm: Local food trucks pairing bites + beers!

Join us every Sunday for something QuIrKy and grab discounts for participation. You can expect events that could be anything from dressing up in a fancy hat to telling your best joke. Check our website for details! Everybody loves a Sunday Funday. Cheers!

The Pearl Fishers by Georges Bizet, in French with English supertitles. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast, presenting a masterpiece by the composer of Carmen.  Two loyal friends fall in love with the same woman. Will their friendship survive? Eve Summer, the director of Opera in Williamsburg's The Magic Flute in May 2019, will direct. Maestro Jorge Parodi conducts the orchestra. Costume design: Eric Lamp.