Seasonal Events

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Flavors are in full bloom this spring as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival celebrates ten years, on Thursdays through Sundays from April 27 – June 11. Explore over 150 international flavors at sixteen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park, stopping to enjoy ALL-NEW atmospheric entertainment, award-winning shows and world-class coasters along the way.

Enjoy spectacular views of the York River, live music at select markets, food trucks, and a variety of vendors!

Shop for seasonal produce, fresh seafood and meats, breads, fresh-cut flowers, handmade soaps and candles, honey, gourmet dog treats, and a beautiful display of work from local artists and artisans. Come see what makes us an award-winning market and one of the favorites on the Peninsula!

EBT/SNAP cards are accepted on qualifying purchases.

Fort Pocahontas was the site of the May 24, 1864 Action in which United States Colored Troops defended the fort against an assault by Fitzhugh Lee's Confederate Cavalry. Open to the public 10 am - 4 pm Saturday and 10 am - 3 pm Sunday: $10/adults, $8/students (Cash or check only); battle reenactments both days. See Civil War camps and enjoy history brought to life. No pets.

Join us every this Saturday at the main brewery! We will have good food, live music, and TWO beers being released!

From 1p.m. - 4 p.m., we will have Nicholas Darden performing live. He will be followed by Brian Carmona, who will go on from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Two Salty River Chic's will be on site to provide delicious meals to keep you going! 

Keep an eye out on social media to get a sneak peak as to the beers being released!

Spring has sprung and Live Music SZN Returns!

We're back to beats in the Beer Garden EVERY SATURDAY from Spring thru Fall. Duos, Trios, & Big Bands - LIVE in the Beer Garden from 4-7 p.m. or 5-8 p.m.

Brewery opens at Noon with 16 taps flowing, brand new can releases, and a food truck dishing all day.

Venture with us onto the centuries-old streets of Williamsburg for a tour like no other! We will tear open the darkened archives and share with you real tales of murder and mayhem that many still whisper about today. Join us as we travel to a few of our local pubs with murder-themed drinks concocted just for you. If you're looking for the scariest tour in Williamsburg, it's not about ghosts. It's about murder!

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Flavors are in full bloom this spring as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival celebrates ten years, on Thursdays through Sundays from April 27 – June 11. Explore over 150 international flavors at sixteen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park, stopping to enjoy ALL-NEW atmospheric entertainment, award-winning shows and world-class coasters along the way.

Fort Pocahontas was the site of the May 24, 1864 Action in which United States Colored Troops defended the fort against an assault by Fitzhugh Lee's Confederate Cavalry. Open to the public 10 am - 4 pm Saturday and 10 am - 3 pm Sunday: $10/adults, $8/students (Cash or check only); battle reenactments both days. See Civil War camps and enjoy history brought to life. No pets.

Spring has sprung, summer is here, fall is just around the corner, and that means that Live Music SZN is here!

We're back to beats in the Beer Garden EVERY SUNDAY from Spring thru Fall. Featuring some of our favorite songwriters performing LIVE every Sunday from 2-5 pm. Brewery opens at Noon with 16 taps flowing, the beer garden open for business, and a local food truck dishing all day.

Local Music. Live Music. Love Music!

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Every Monday, we would like to thank all active and retired military personnel. If you are active or retired, swing by either taproom and receive $1 off all pints all day. The L.A.B. is open from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. and the main taproom from 3-9. Both taprooms also have 1/2 off crowler and growler fills. While you're in for a pint (or 2), take some beer home to have a fresh-from-the-tap experience in your house!

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Educators, thank you for teaching our youth! Enjoy $1 off all pints at both locations. The L.A.B. will be open from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Enjoy the lounge area while meeting others in your field and sharing stories. Bring your own food or have something delivered! Hang out at the main taproom from 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.. We also have trivia from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.! Test your knowledge solo or with a group. Play inside or outside!

Every Tuesday, come to Alewerks and play Speedquizzing Trivia, hosted by Matt Chambers of Squared Away Entertainment!
The fun begins at 7:00 PM! Trivia Rounds to include General Knowledge, Music, and Specialty Themed Rounds, and the top 3 teams will win an Alewerks gift card! First Place will be crowned the Speedquizzing Trivia Champion!
Theme Nights will be the last Tuesday of every month.

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Food and beverage industry folks, enjoy 1/2 off all regular 16oz pints at both locations! The L.A.B. is open 12 p.m.-7 p.m. They will also have a food truck scheduled on Wednesdays. Check out our social media to see who is scheduled each week! The main taproom is open from 3 p.m. -9 p.m. Enjoy socializing in the beer garden, or in the main taproom. Food trucks will be scheduled daily. Check out our social media to see who is scheduled!

Have you ever wanted to walk through the streets of a historic town at night and discover its hidden secrets? 

Then allow our expert storytellers to guide you on a candlelit walk through Colonial Williamsburg, while they share many strange stories and other-worldly happenings that have occurred over the years.

With 35 years of experience, we are Virginia's #1 and oldest Ghost Tour and have accumulated the best tales and local legends passed down through the years.

Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a great place to unwind and create memories. Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. At Sweethaven we offer our delicious locally churned lavender ice creams, fresh lavender baked goods and candies, and our renowned lavender lemonade and sweet tea.

Flavors are in full bloom this spring as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival celebrates ten years, on Thursdays through Sundays from April 27 – June 11. Explore over 150 international flavors at sixteen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park, stopping to enjoy ALL-NEW atmospheric entertainment, award-winning shows and world-class coasters along the way.

Who's thirsty? Check out the L.A.B. from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., or the main taproom from 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. Each week, the L.A.B. will have Bingo (once a month is Jukebox Bingo) from 6-7:30. Bingo is free and fun! Grab a beer, bring some food, and have a blast while winning prizes! Check out our social media to see when Jukebox Bingo is actually scheduled! The main taproom hosts the Record Night Society. The Record Night Society boasts an awesome atmosphere, good people, and great tunes.

Join us every Thursday for Bingo from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm! Bingo starts at 6 pm. It's free to play and family-friendly! Join our hosts, Mark Abbott and John Collins, every Thursday night. Have fun and win prizes! One Thursday each month, we will host Jukebox Bingo. Get up and dance throughout the Bingo fun. Check back here for specific dates on which Thursday will be our Jukebox Bingo!

Join us all summer long for free outdoor concerts by the York River. Yorktown's Sounds of Summer concert series runs Thursday nights from 6:30 to 9 p.m. through August 10 (no show on July 6).

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy dinner or dessert at any of Historic Yorktown's waterfront restaurants, including Water Street Grille, Carrot Tree, Umi Sushi, Ben & Jerry's, and Yorktown Pub.