Enter to Win Tickets to see Opera in Williamsburg perform Die Fledermaus (CLOSED)
This contest is now closed, congratulations to our winner, Melody! For more opportunities visit our Contest page. Opera in Williamsburg presents: Die Fledermaus... Read more.
Win Family 4-pack Tickets to Monster Jam at Hampton Coliseum (CLOSED)
This contest is now closed, congratulations to our winner, Ashley! For more opportunities visit our Contest page. Win Family 4-pack Tickets to Monster Jam at Hampton... Read more.
Bacon Street Annual Backpack Drive
Bacon Street Annual Backpack Drive Bacon Street Youth and Family Services Annual Backpack Drive is on Saturday, August 12th, 10 am-2 pm (or until backpacks are gone).... Read more.
Community Back to School Event, August 19, 2023 at Lafayette High School – FREE School Supplies, Haircuts & More
Community Back to School Event – FREE! August 19, 2023 from 10 am – 1 pmLafayette High School at 4460 Longhill Road, Williamsburg It’s that time again.... Read more.
It’s going to be HOT this week, JCC Cooling Center is open
James City County Cooling Centers Available Need a place to cool off? Citizens and visitors can head to the James City County Recreation Center, 5301 Longhill Road,... Read more.
Calling Outlander Fans! Meet Diana Gabaldon at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown – get your tickets now
Update 7/18/23: This event has sold out. Meet Diana Gabaldon at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Diana Gabaldon, Outlander author, will make a special appearance... Read more.
Movies Under The Stars at Chickahominy Riverfront Park – FREE
Movies Under the Stars For All ages – FREE! Chickahominy Riverfront Park, 1350 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg Movies Under the Stars at Chickahominy Riverfront... Read more.
Watermen’s Summerfest: Yorktown Seafood Festival & Running of the Crabs- Sat., July 15
The Watermen’s Summerfest: Yorktown Seafood Festival along the Yorktown Waterfront Music, food, vendors and the 2nd Annual” Running of the Crabs”... Read more.
Maddie & Tae opened Busch Gardens Williamsburg 2023 Summer Nights Concert Series…see who is coming up next!
Summer Nights Concert Series at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Country duo, Maddie & Tae, opened the Summer Nights Concert Series at Busch Gardens Williamsburg on... Read more.
ThunderShirt – Can it help your pet?
Does the ThunderShirt Work? July 4th is an exciting time for many of us with cookouts, visiting friends and family, celebrating, parades, and of course FIREWORKS!... Read more.
Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit is coming to Merchant Square on July 7
Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit in Merchant Square Wreaths Across America (WAA) is the organization most recognized for placing over 2.7... Read more.
Talk With Your Hands – Girl Scout Troops Can Earn Sign Language Patch!
Talk With Your HandsA Girl Scouts Experience! Did you know Juliette Gordon Low struggled with hearing loss? Learn the basics of American Sign Language and explore... Read more.
Friday Night Flights
Enjoy live music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant while watching the planes take off and land. They even have a playground for the kiddos. Nightly... Read more.
Capital Color Ride – June 10th – Family Friendly Biking with a Splash of Color!
Capital Color Ride • All Ages – Saturday, June 10 Sat June 10, 2023 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Chickahominy Riverfront Park 1350 John Tyler Highway Registration... Read more.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Traditions – May 12, 2024
TRADITIONS: MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH MENU SPECIAL Celebrate Mom this Mother’s day with a special Mother’s Day Brunch at Traditions. Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 11:00... Read more.
Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center Pool Opens
The Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center pool opens up Friday, May 24, 2024 from 11 am – 7 pm. WCRC pool is known for its family oriented atmosphere.... Read more.
Williamsburg Families – Jobs Page
Subscribe! Thank you! You have successfully subscribed to our newsletter The Burg Weekender! Subscribe! Get our weekly eNewsletters: “The Burg Weekender”... Read more.
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Latisha’s House 10th Anniversary Dinner & Concert with Good Shot Judy – Enjoy a Night Out for a Great Cause!
Latisha’s House 10th Anniversary Dinner & Concert with Good Shot Judy Latisha’s House turns 10 years old this year! Now is a great time to celebrate... Read more.
Adam’s Garden is a sweet little garden in the heart of Williamsburg
Adams Garden at William & Mary Adams Garden, framed by a white picket fence, is a sweet little garden located at the corner of Richmond Road and N. Boundary... Read more.
Kings Dominion new chaperone policy for guests 15 years and younger
Kings Dominion new chaperone policy Kings Dominion is now implementing a chaperone policy beginning Saturday, April 22, 2023. “The new policy is due to increasing... Read more.
Williamsburg Dojo Summer Camps
Martial Arts Camps at Williamsburg Dojo Williamsburg Dojo is offering summer camps. Camps are small with adult teachers. Learn more about their summer camps, www.williamsburgdojo.com.... Read more.
Air Power Over Hampton Roads Air Show at Langley Air Force Base – May 6 & 7
Air Show Its been over five years but the Joint Base Langley-Eustis Air Show is returning May 6 & 7, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Exciting aerial events... Read more.
Conservancy Awareness Free Family Bike Ride
This event has been canceled. Free Family Bike Ride Saturday, June 10th, 2023 FREE FUN! A ten-mile family bike ride along the Virginia Capital Trail... Read more.
Win Summer Camp Fair SWAG Bag (Contest Closed)
This contest is over, please visit our Contest page for additional opportunities. Enter for a chance to win a SWAG Bag We are giving out goodie bags/swag bags to... Read more.
Enter to Win Tickets to CW Lights (Contest Closed)
Congratulations to our winners Melissa and Nayeli! For additional opportunities visit our Contest page. CW Lights, returns again this Spring. Experience a family... Read more.
Torggler Summer Art Camp at CNU!
Torggler Summer Art Camp at CNU! The Torggler Fine Arts Center at CNU is offering summer art camps for children ages 5-14 (in three age groups:... Read more.
Be an Irish Blessing
Be an Irish Blessing On Thursday, March 16th, the Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg, in partnership with Culturefix, will hold its annual fundraiser, Shamrock the... Read more.
Out of School Camp at the WISC – Monday Monday, March 6, 2023
The WISC Out of School Camp There is an Out of School Camp on Monday, March 6, 2023 Out of school day means out of school camp at the WISC. Fun activities including... Read more.
Professional Bull Riders Hampton Coliseum
PBR Hampton Classic The PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour is the top expansion series of PBR featuring some of the best athletes of the sport going head to head... Read more.
Williamsburg Community Foundation Scholarships for WJCC Students
WJCC Student Scholarships High School seniors who will graduate from Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools may apply for scholarships through the Williamsburg... Read more.
Win Family 4 Pack of Tickets to Professional Bull Riders at Hampton Coliseum (Contest Closed)
Congratulations to our winner. For additional opportunities check our Contest page. Professional Bull Riders February 25, 2023 @7:00pmHampton Coliseum Win a Family... Read more.
Drop Everything for Olde Towne – An Exciting Fundraiser Where You Could Win $1,000
Drop Everything for Olde Towne is your chance to win $1,000 while helping to continue health services to those that need it most! Williamsburg has a large vulnerable... Read more.
Williamsburg Police Dept. Offer Female Self Defense Course (Free)
R.A.D. Women’s Self Defense Course Williamsburg Police Department is offering R.A.D. training (Rape Aggression and Defense). This training course is designed for... Read more.
Winter Open House at Williamsburg Montessori School – January 22, 2023 from 1 – 3 pm – Sign up for a 30 minute session!
Winter Open House at Williamsburg Montessori School – January 22 from 1 – 3 pm – Sign up for a 30 minute session! Williamsburg Montessori School,... Read more.
Give Kids A Smile
Give Kids A Smile Day sponsored by the American Dental Association FREE dental services for all Medicaid eligible children up to age 18 & children from low-income... Read more.
Win (2) All-Day Saturday Passes to the Winter Blues Jazz Festival (Contest Closed)
Congratulations to our winner, Kym. For additional opportunities check our Contest page. Win (2) All-Day Passes to the Winter Blues Jazz Fest on Saturday, January... Read more.
Rookie Dads Workshop – FREE Workshop for New & Expectant Fathers
Rookie Dads Workshop Rookie Dads is a parenting workshop for new and expectant fathers. Participants learn skills that are essential for new parents – all in a... Read more.
New Years Eve 2022 (FREE) Community Celebration – Live Music and Ball Drop!
New Years Eve FREE Community Celebration! Friday, December 31, 20229:00 PM – Midnight (12:15 am) Enjoy Live Music and watch the ball drop under a huge tent... Read more.
Holiday Giveaway from Williamsburg brand (Contest Closed)
This contest has closed, congratulations to our winners! For more opportunities visit our Contest page. Colonial Williamsburg fans, rejoice! WILLIAMSBURG brand/Colonial... Read more.
The Virginia Theatre Machine will perform at the Williamsburg Christmas Market!
The Virginia Theatre Machine is coming to the Christmas Market on select dates to perform A Christmas Carol. This is a wonderful performance and we are excited... Read more.
Stuff the Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive – Dec. 3 & 4
Williamsburg Police Stuff the Cruiser Toy Drive December 3 & 4, 202210 am-2 pm Celebrate the gift of giving by joining Williamsburg police officers and members... Read more.
Busch Gardens Christmas Town Tickets Giveway! (Contest Closed)
This contest is closed, for more opportunities visit our Contest page. Love Christmas Town? We are giving away four (4) single-day admission tickets to Christmas... Read more.
Tea with Klara Presented by the Virginia Regional Ballet – December 7, 2024
Tea with Klara The Virginia Regional Ballet Annual ‘Tea With Klara’Sunday, December 7, 2024Tea times at 12:00 and 3:00 p.m. Tickets Virginia Regional Ballet... Read more.
Holiday Promo on Toniebox this weekend November 4th -6th at School Crossing
School Crossing offers Holiday Promo on Toniebox Here is a great deal to start your holiday shopping. This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 4th- 6th, purchase... Read more.
Win 4 tickets to join Klara and her Nutcracker Friends for Tea (Contest Closed)
7th Annual Tea with Klara and her Nutcracker Friends Sunday, November 20, 2022 at noon & 3 o’clockWilliamsburg Community Building401 N. Boundary StreetWilliamsburg,... Read more.
Win tickets to Cirque de la Symphonie (CONTEST CLOSED)
Win 2 tickets to Cirque de la Symphonie Enter for your chance to win 2 tickets to Cirque de la Symphonie on Friday, November 4, at 7:30 PM at Williamsburg... Read more.
Win 4 tickets to Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto at Hampton Coliseum (CONTEST CLOSED)
Congratulations to our winner, Jennifer! If you did not win you can still purchase tickets here. The performance opens on Thursday, October 13 and runs through Sunday,... Read more.
Community Wellness Fair – Free and Open to the Public – Sept. 10
The Community Wellness Fair focus is promoting health and wellness education, a variety of health screenings, healthy cooking demonstration, activities for kids,... Read more.
Busch Gardens Announces Next Attraction, DarKoaster, the World’s First All-Indoor Straddle Coaster
DarKoaster, the World’s First All-Indoor Straddle Coaster comes to Busch Gardens in 2023 Busch Gardens Williamsburg announced their next attraction to hit the... Read more.
VCE Family Focus Playgroups for ages up to 5 years – September
Family Focus is an organization that provides support and strengthens families and promotes the well being of children through community-based and culturally sensitive... Read more.
Coleman Nursery’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s Fundraiser – Afternoon of Family Fun for a Great Cause on Oct. 8!
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Fundraiser Saturday, October 8th 11am – 3pm Come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun and fundraising! Live Music by Johnny St. Claire Food... Read more.
City of Williamsburg Future Festivals – Festival Games, Lawn Games, Free Food & Children’s Station
Future Festival for City of Williamsburg – Share Your Ideas Do you have ideas you want to share for the future of the City of Williamsburg? The City of Williamsburg... Read more.
Skate, Rattle & Roll – Friday Evenings for Elementary & Middle Schoolers
Skate, Rattle & Roll Looking for something fun to do on a Friday night? Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular... Read more.
Family Fall Festival – Free Outdoor Fun
Family Fall Festival October 26 – 4:30 pm – 6:30 pmBig Lots Parking LotFREE OUTDOOR FUN! Please join the Historic Virginia Land Conservancy for a Friends... Read more.
Virginia Thanksgiving Festival at Berkeley Plantation – Nov. 6
Virginia Thanksgiving Festival November 6, 2022 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come to Berkeley Plantation for an exciting, educational and enjoyable way to add to your holiday... Read more.
Good Neighbor Grant Available for JCC Neighborhoods – Apply by Sept. 15
Grant awards up to $500 are available to neighborhood groups and homeowner associations. The purpose of the grant is to enhance the sense of community and sustainability... Read more.
Heritage Humane Society Urgent Plea to Adopt
An Urgent Plea From Heritage Humane Society Heritage Humane Society, as well as other local agencies, are experiencing an extremely high volume of pets in need... Read more.
Annual Oyster Roast at The Watermen’s Museum – Sept. 10, 2022
Watermen’s Annual Oyster Roast Saturday, September 10, 202212:00-3:00pm Watermen’s Museum’s Annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser. All you can eat (AYCE)... Read more.
Homeschool Art Classes – Register Now for Fall
Homeschool Art Classes Pariso Art are licensed K-12 Art Teachers in Virginia who offer homeschool art classes for middle and high school students! Pariso... Read more.
Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchant Square BLOCK PARTY! Aug. 26 & 27, 2022
Block Party Outdoors in Merchant Square Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square BLOCK PARTY! Friday, August 26 & Saturday, August 272pm – 5pm Join... Read more.
Head Start Preschool Program in Williamsburg – James City County
Williamsburg-James City County (WJCC) Community Action Agency Head Start Head Start is a Preschool Program for Children ages 3 to 5 serving income eligible... Read more.
James City County Parks & Recreation July 4th Weekend at the Pool
July 4th, 2022 Celebration at JCC Pools Celebrate the holiday weekend and beat the heat by visiting one of two outdoor pools. FREE ice pops to everyone entering... Read more.
Family Camp-In at Virginia Living Museum!
Family Camp-In at Virginia Living Museum Friday, September 16 @ 7pm – Saturday, September 17 @ 9am Bring the family for an unforgettable night at the Virginia... Read more.
Christmas in July Food Drive for Outreach Center and Williamsburg House of Mercy
Sleigh Hunger Food Drive Christmas in July is showing up in a big and meaningful way! Habitat ReStore – Williamsburg is hosting a HUGE community food drive... Read more.
Aiming High Homeschool Coop – Register Now for the Fall
Aiming High Homeschool CoopNew Location: Smith Memorial Baptist Church in Williamsburg Aiming High Homeschool Coop is now registering for the fall! Are you looking... Read more.
Homeschool Daytime Soccer this Fall
Homeschool Daytime SoccerStarting Fall 2022, ages 0-18Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm Your whole family plays at the same time on the same field, with babysitting available... Read more.
Investing in Fatherhood Workshops: 24/7 Dads
24/7 Dads Info Sessions 24/7 Dads is a series of parenting workshops designed for dads and led by CDR’s Fatherhood Program. JOIN DADS LIKE YOU to expand your parenting... Read more.
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band – Music Under the Stars
Music Under the Stars at Magnolia Park is presented by the U.S. Army TRADOC Band and features various configurations of that ensemble. The U.S. Army Training and... Read more.
Fireworks, Food, and Festivities at The Blue Heron
The Blue Heron July 4th Celebration 2022 This event has not been updated for 2023 – check backJoin The Blue Heron in Charles City County for a 4th of July... Read more.
Ales through the Ages: Weekend of Beer and History in Colonial Williamsburg
Sign up for either virtual or in-person registration for Ales Through the Ages this November, 11-13, 2022, at Colonial Wiliamsburg! Colonial Williamsburg Ales... Read more.
Enter to Win Family 4 Pack of Tickets to The Wagsters Magic Theater! (CONTEST CLOSED)
This contest has ended. Congratulations to our winner Dawn! For more opportunities visit our Contests page. Enter to win tickets to The Wagsters Magic Theater! The... Read more.
Speech & Swim Sensory Swim Pool Party – June 11
Speech & Swim is having a Sensory Swim Pool Party to kick off the beginning of Summer on June 11th at Windsor Great Park. The pool will be closed to the public... Read more.
Offering in home child care
Infant day care available after Labor Day for Tues. and Thurs. $50/day from 7:30-5. With 35 years experience. Close to Wawa on Rt. 143 and Magruder Elementary.... Read more.
Institute for Dance presents the 2022 Spring Showcase: “Express Yourself”
Institute for Dance, Inc. is pleased to present the 2022 Spring Showcase: “Express Yourself” Join us as our dancers return to the stage in our year-end... Read more.
You can now order 8 more FREE at-home COVID-19 test kits
Third Round of FREE At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits Residential households in the U.S. are now eligible for a third order of free at-home coronavirus tests. Go to USPS.com... Read more.
Field Herping Event with Virginia Living Museum Herpetologist – registration is open
Field Herping Event with VLM Herpetologist – April 30 What is “Herping”? This is the term we use to describe the activity of looking for wild reptiles... Read more.
Egg-stravaganza at Virginia Living Museum
Eggstravaganza at Virginia Living Museum April 16, 20229am-5pm Come learn all about animals that lay eggs, as well as the eggs themselves! 11:30am: Animal show –... Read more.
Brill Music Festival on the Lawn of the Museums of Colonial Williamsburg – April 23
***This event is over but check back in January of 2023 for updated information Brill Music Festival -FREE MUSIC FEST THIS SATURDAY April 23, 2022! Enjoy a day of... Read more.
Family Fun Day at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center – FREE Event
Saturday, April 27, 201910am-3pm Come have fun with a day of FREE Hayrides, Zip Line, Giant Tree Climb, Archery, Slingshot, and Face Painting. Fundraiser BBQ... Read more.
Mardi Gras After Party with Chalk Art Competition, Live Music & Food Truck!
2nd annual National Chalk Art Competition and showcase the music of Bobby BlackHat and Audacity Brass Band! This is a FREE event. The event is free, cash prizes... Read more.
Williamsburg Farm Camp offers Farm Fridays during the School Year
Williamsburg Farm Friday Camp – a weekly practice The popularity of our summer Farm Camps, along with the sustainability and stewardship work we do with students... Read more.
Busch Gardens newest roller coaster Pantheon is the world’s fastest multi-launch coaster – Opening Ceremony Fri, Mar 25, 2022
Pantheon is the World’s fastest multi-launch coaster The originial article below was published back in January of 2020 before…well, before everything... Read more.
Reptile and Amphibian Weekend at the Virginia Living Museum – March 26 & 27
Reptile and Amphibian Weekend Experience a close encounter of the reptile kind at the Virginia Living Museum. See a wide variety of native and exotic reptiles... Read more.
A New Way to Stop the Spread of Viral Respiratory Infections – A Free, Public Lecture
A New Way to Stop the Spread of Viral Respiratory Infections The Chemistry Department at William & Mary announces a free, public lecture by Dr. Richard Zare... Read more.
CDR’s Motherhood Program – Breastfeeding Support, Infant Massage, Mom & Baby Class – FREE & Registering
Child Development Resources (CDR) Motherhood Program If you are looking for Breastfeeding Support, Mother & Baby Class, and Infant Massage classes in Williamsburg,... Read more.
Colonial Williamsburg is offering a Virginia Resident Pass Promotion – Ends April 29
Colonial Williamsburg Virginia Resident Pass Promotion For just the price of a regular multiday ticket, you can come back every season and explore the Historic Area... Read more.
FREE Admission to Virginia Zoo for Healthcare Professionals on March 5 & 6
Virginia Zoo in Norfolk Honors Healthcare Workers with FREE Admission To honor healthcare professions the Norfolk Zoo is offering Free admission all day on Saturday,... Read more.
VITA Free Tax Preparation Service
VITA Free Tax Preparation Service 2022 The Greater Williamsburg Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will provide Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing... Read more.
Art on the Square – April 24, 2022
Art on the Square 2022 The Junior Woman’s Club of Williamsburg (JWCW) presents the 57th Annual Art on the Square juried art show on Sunday, April 24, 2022 from... Read more.
Active Parenting Class – First Five Years
Class in Helping Parents Build a Strong Foundation for Children from Birth to Age 5 The Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE), FCS Family Focus Program will be offering... Read more.
Jefferson Lab Announces Free Open House – March 2022
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility has postponed its open house event scheduled for March 26, 2022. More info here…... Read more.
DATLaS Research Study at W&M – paid participation if you qualify learn more:
DATLaS Research Study at William & Mary Hello! I am a William & Mary student who is a Head Research Assistant for the DATLaS Research Study under Dr. Varra.... Read more.
Order Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Now Through U.S. Government
United States residents can now order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests using covidtests.gov. The newly-launched website allows residents to request... Read more.
One Day Visit to Colonial Williamsburg – Hour by Hour Guide for Families
A Day in Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg released an hour by hour guide for July and August. Now you don’t have to waste time figuring out what... Read more.
Win 4 tickets to see The Nutcracker presented by Virginia Regional Ballet
This contest is over, congratulations to our winner, Mallory. For the latest opportunities go to our Contest page. Virginia Regional Ballet with Williamsburg Symphony... Read more.
Win tickets to The Nutcracker presented by SI Dance
This contest is now over, congratulations to our winner, Amy! For more opportunities go to our Contest page. Win tickets to The Nutcracker presented by SI Dance... Read more.
Annual Litter and Recycling Expo on Sat. Nov 20th at Warhill High Parking Lot
Annual Litter and Recycling Expo Nov 20, 2021 9 a.m. to 12 p.m Warhill High School Parking Lot Join the ReStore at Warhill High School for the annual Litter &... Read more.
Environmental Event – Learn about how to Recycle, Re-purpose and Re-use
Learn about how to Recycle, Re-purpose and Re-use October 30th, 202112:00pm-2:00pm This event is free and open to the public. Come out for hands on educational activities,... Read more.
Annual Oyster Roast at the Virginia Living Museum is Nov. 13
VLM Oyster Roast Saturday, November 13th, 20213-6 pm Virginia Living Museum will be hosting their Annual all-you-can-eat event for oyster and seafood lovers on the... Read more.
FREE Hump Day Concert with Bobby Blackhat Band – Wed. Oct. 27 !
Hump Day Throwdown with Bobby Blackhat Band FREE Outdoor Concert with Bobby BlackHat and special performances. Wednesday, October 27 at 6 p.m. on the Lawn of the... Read more.
Family Harvest Fest at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center – FREE!
Celebrate Fall with Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center October 24th from 2-6pm! Come enjoy zipline, hayrides, bouncy houses, face painting, and fall activities,... Read more.
Back in the ‘Burg with Canaan Smith! Live Concert this Sun. Oct. 24!
Canaan Smith is Back in the Burg! We are excited to have Canaan Smith back to perform in the ‘Burg on Sunday October 24th from 3-6pm. Canaan is a Burg local... Read more.
Win tickets to The Bizarre Bazaar in Richmond December 2-5, 2021 (Contest Closed)
This contest is closed. For additional opportunities visit our Contest page. Win Tickets to The Bizarre Bazaar 46th Christmas Collection We will have (2) winners... Read more.
Jamestown Jams FREE Concert Series 2021 at Jamestown Beach Event Park full line up of bands!
Jamestown Jams Concert Series Summer 2021 James City County is pleased to announce its Free Summer Concert Series Jamestown Jams, is returning for the 5th Season. ... Read more.
Dominion Village At Williamsburg is looking for Volunteers
Dominion Village At Williamsburg is an Assisted Living & Memory Care community in need of some volunteers with a passion for senior citizens. Volunteers can... Read more.
Maritime Mondays Children’s Art Exhibition – Submit Artwork by Nov. 1
Calling All Young Aspiring Artists! The Mariners Museum invites children of all ages to share how its family-favorite reading program, Maritime Mondays, inspires... Read more.
CultureFix Partners with WATA on Bus Wrap Competition
Community Bus Wrap Competition Calling all Historic Triangle residents! CultureFix and WATA (Williamsburg AreaTransit Authority) are partnering to create a new community... Read more.
High in Plain Sight: addressing community alcohol, drug and concealment trends
The Historic Triangle Drug Prevention Coalition (HTDPC) in collaboration with SpiritWorks Foundation, will be hosting a free virtual and in-person Town Hall Meeting... Read more.
After Hours Pirate/Mermaid PJ Party at VLM on Aug. 28! Ages 10 and under
August 28 | Pirate & Mermaid Pajama Jam Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Entire Museum Cost: $12 per non-member. $7 per member. Ages 2 & under... Read more.
The Fall Pig Roast outside of Chownings Tavern – Sept 11, 2021 – bring the family, reserve today!
CHOWNINGS TAVERN: FALL PIG ROAST Sept 11, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Join us Saturday, September 11, 2021 for Chownings Tavern Pig Roast. Located under... Read more.
Come on and Run for the Hills 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run – Register Now
Here for the Girls Annual Charity Run for the Hills Saturday, October 9th, 2021New Town Williamsburg Virtually A Colonial Road Runners and Hampton Roads Super Grand... Read more.
Groupon Alert: Splash Wine!
Splash Wines Groupon – on Sale! Extra $8 off, price is normally $57 but is only $49 – sale ends tomorrow 8/4/21 after paying for shipping that is aprox... Read more.
Road Trip to Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Who’s Ready for a Road Trip?! I have been climbing the walls for a long time and was so excited to finally to go away on vacation again! If you’re like... Read more.
Your Child, Your Choice – Williamsburg Christian Academy School Tours
Schedule a tour to learn more about Williamsburg Christian Academy Want to learn more about Williamsburg Christian Academy? What better way than to see it up close... Read more.
GYMGUYZ Youth Fitness Programs
GYMGUYZ provides the ultimate kids fitness experience! With non-stop games, activities and team building challenges, our supportive and experienced staff guarantees... Read more.
Dylan Scott Thrills Fans at Busch Gardens Summer Nights Concert
Dylan Scott performed at the final Summer Nights Concert of 2021 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg on Sunday, July 25th! His enthusiasm for what he does is evident in... Read more.
King’s Arms Tavern – Make Reservations to be Immersed in 18th Century Modernized Cuisine
King’s Arms Tavern Serves Meals to be Savored and an Experience to Long Remember The culinary team has been working with Historic Foodways developing a menu... Read more.
Great Citizen Science opportunity! VLM TURTLE CENSUS – July 10
Experience Turtle Census Join Virginia Living Museum on Saturday, July 10th from 8:30am-10:30am for a hands-on experience and become part of a Citizen-Science team!... Read more.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop... Read more.
Low-Cost Physicals & Immunizations – Make Appointment Now
Back to School Physicals & Immunizations Olde Towne Medical & Dental Center is making appointments for physicals and immunizations for children in July &... Read more.
Christmas in July at Merchants Square 2021
vent has past. Please check back for 2023 dates! Did your family miss Christmas festivities last year? Merchants Square and Colonial Williamsburg team up to give... Read more.
King of Glory At-Home VBS!
VBS is so much fun when you share it with the people you love! Join King of Glory Lutheran Church and School for this year’s at-home boxed VBS. The VBS boxes... Read more.
Conservancy Awareness Free Family Bike Ride – Sunday, June 27 – Register Here!
A ten-mile bike ride along the Virginia Capital Trail on Sunday, July 27th from 9:30 am -11:30 am with the start and finish at Billsburg Brewery. There are opportunities... Read more.
Yorktown Wellness Market is May 8 – fitness, cooking demos and family fun!
Yorktown Market Days special Wellness Market is Sat., May 8, 2021... Read more.
James River State Park in Gladstone, VA – Fun Day Trip with the Family!
by Kimberly Suter If you’re like me, you’re asking yourself “where can I take the kids to get away without staying anywhere?” or, “what can we do that... Read more.
Williamsburg Field School
Montessori Field School Grounded in the Montessori philosophy that learning happens through doing, Williamsburg Field School offers innovative secondary-level education... Read more.
W&M Family Wellness Study- Adolescent Participants needed!
W&M Family Wellness Study- Adolescent Participants needed! Adolescents aged 11-18 are needed for an online research study that is examining how adolescents are... Read more.
Belle Isle/A Day in Richmond
Belle Isle/A Day in Richmond by Kimberly Suter Are you looking for a day trip outside of Williamsburg? Would you like to do something active or simply sunbathe... Read more.
Virginia Living Museum thanks all military families with special discounts – April 10-11
Virginia Living Museum will honor military VLM member and non-member families with special discounts April 10-11, 2021. Obtain discounts with military id at the... Read more.
Animal “EGGrichment” workshop at VLM – Reserve your ticket today!
Create and Decorate Paper Mâché Eggs for VLM Animals Saturday April 3, 202110 am and 1 pm 60 minute class $15 for Members /$35 non-members which includes your... Read more.
Drive-in theater and virtual options for W&M Global Film Festival this year
2021 W&M Global Film FestivalMarch 25-28, 2021 The 14th annual W&M Global Film Festival will take place March 25-28, 2021. This year is the first year to... Read more.
Dream Catchers Open House!
Dream Catchers Open House March 27 from 1-5pm Come tour the Dream Catchers facility, learn about our programs and services, meet the horses and our team! We offer... Read more.
Earth Day Alphabet Hide & Seek – FREE at Waller Mill Park
Celebrate Earth Day with this FREE activity at Waller Mill Park! City of Williamsburg, Williamsburg Parks & Recreation and Waller Mill Park have teamed up to... Read more.
Enter to win Family Four Pack of tickets to Nauticus’ Planet or Plastic?
This contest is now over, congratulations to our winner, Frank. Visit WilliamsburgFamilies Contests page for the latest opportunities. Enter to win a Family... Read more.
Community Food Drive for Williamsburg House of Mercy, March 12-21
Food Drive for Williamsburg House of Mercy Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square is hosting a Food Drive from March 12-21, 2021 to benefit House of Mercy... Read more.
Virginia Living Museum “Thank You” to Medical Heroes
It has been a challenging year since the pandemic began and so many local nurses, doctors and medical professionals have been true heroes, working tirelessly to... Read more.
Annual Virginia Regional Ballet 5K on May 1 – Register today!
6th Annual Virginia Regional Ballet Derby Day 5K Run/Walk The First Colony Clubhouse on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 8 am Virginia Regional Ballet (VRB) announces its... Read more.
UPDATE: Forward WJCC Schools Update A Timeline for In-Person Learning
Update 2/10/21 – As WJCC Schools prepare to welcome students back to school buildings, timelines may change based on the division’s ability to implement... Read more.
Exploration ICE AGE: Unearthing Extinctions Opens Feb. 13 at Virginia Living Museum
February 13 – April 11, 2021 Exploration ICE AGE: Unearthing Extinctions is the newest temporary exhibit at the Virginia Living Museum open daily beginning February... Read more.
Volunteer at Williamsburg House of Mercy
Volunteering at Williamsburg House of Mercy Williamsburg House of Mercy helps homeless in our area for short term and permanent housing assistance, food, transportation... Read more.
Community Conversation with W&M President & Dr. Fauci
February 18, 20213-3:45 p.m. The public is invited to join William & Mary President Katherine A. Rowe and Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious... Read more.
Baskin-Robbins in Merchant Square Coupon
It’s never too cold for ice cream! Now through February 28, 2021, buy a double scoop of ice cream from Baskin-Robbins in Merchant Square & get a FREE waffle... Read more.
Hearts Fur Hounds Fundraiser to benefit Homes fur Hounds
Hearts Fur Hounds – Valentine Pet Portraits February 7, 2021 from 1-5pmSullivan Square in New TownReserve Time Slot HERE Offering Valentine’s Day pet... Read more.
Mother’s Empowerment Group – February 2nd – Limited Spots
Mother’s Empowerment Group A great group starting next month for any mothers needing extra support during such an unpredictable time! Learn how to find yourself... Read more.
Burg Wear for Your Dog!
Dress Up Your Furry Friend in Burg Wear! Love The Burg or visiting The Burg? Show it some love with The Burg Wear from Localourist. Localourist is a site that loves... Read more.
COVID-19 Assistance Available for Families for Rent, Mortgage, Utilities & Food
JCC Social Services, Williamsburg House of Mercy and Salvation Army have received funding through the CARES Act in order to provide assistance to families and individuals... Read more.
Pickleball now at WISC!
WISC Pickleball Club Pickleball is now at the WISC! Courts are open Monday through Friday 8am – 2pm (call for weekend availability) Cost:$5 per person$50 for 10... Read more.
Submit an Event to Calendar
Submit an Event to Calendar -it’s our most popular page! Got an event you want on Williamsburg Families calendar? To submit an event to the Calendar for consideration... Read more.
Free COVID Testing – 8 New Testing Sites on the Peninsula
Free Drive-Thru COVID19 Testing COVID-19 free drive-through testing for community members to help contain the spread of COVID-19. No appointments, testing... Read more.
Shutterfly Personalized Wall Calendar ONLY $4.99 on Groupon
Personalized Wall Calendar is the Perfect Christas Gift and only $4.99 These Shutterfly Calendars are the best! Our family makes one every year, we are going on... Read more.
Williamsburg Event Calendar
Williamsburg VA – Events Calendar What is there to do when you visit Williamsburg VA this weekend? Well here is a calendar full of events! Find things to do... Read more.
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A Christmas Night at the Art Museums – A Guided Walking Tour
This event has passed. Please check back for updated in Fall of 2021 A Christmas Night at the Art Museums Celebrate the beloved traditions, stories, and music of... Read more.
Christmas and the Constitution
This event has passed. Please check back for updated in Fall of 2021 Christmas and the Constitution performance at the Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg Enjoy... Read more.
The Show Must Go On(line)! Upcoming Jamestown High School Theatre Performances
Jamestown Theatre students have 4 nights of theatre to share with you in December! We hope you will join us for one or both of our productions because…The Shows... Read more.
WJCC Middle & High Schools Move to Phase 3
Details on Phase 3 Transition for Middle & High Schools Williamsburg James City County Middle and High School Families will move on to Phase 3 of Return to Learn.... Read more.
William & Mary Virtual Job Fair on Dec. 8
William & Mary is hosting a Virtual Job Fair on Zoom on December 8, 2020 from noon to 1:45 p.m. Register for the meeting prior to attending. After registering,... Read more.
Adorable Christmas PJs on Zulily!
Grab these adorable pajamas on Zulily! A few are even COVID cute…if that is possible. Great way to document the Holiday season this year! Follow our partnerlinks... Read more.
VLM 54th Birthday Celebration – Nov. 8
Virginia Living Museum Celebrates Birthday with $5.40 ticket Admission! Sunday, November 8 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Celebrate the VLM 54th Birthday with a SPECIAL.... Read more.
WJCC Schools will bring back students in grades K-3 on Oct. 26
WJCC Schools Move To Path 2 The Williamsburg James City County School division plans to transition to Path 2 on the Return to Learn: Forward WJCC Schools plan on... Read more.
Fall 2020 Learning Pods at Virginia Living Museum
The Virginia Living Museum is offering a safe learning space in a small group setting for grades K-5 in week long learning pods from September 21 through November... Read more.
Carrabba’s Meal Prep for Kids!
Carrabba’s Italian Grill Cafeteria Offers Meal Plans for Kids Calling all Parents and Teachers! Need a hand with meal plans for the kids during virtual learning?... Read more.
Safe Kids Community Forum – Car Seat Safety & COVID-19 in Children
Safe Kids Community Forum Friday, September 25, 20201:00pm Review the correct process to install a rear-facing child safety seat with Officer Sterling Perry, James... Read more.
Exploring the Quaint Town of Kilmarnock
Exploring Kilmarnock Want to escape for an afternoon away? After a long work week we headed to the quaint little town of Kilmarnock. Our plan was simple, enjoy time... Read more.
York County Schools will be remote for the first 9 weeks (UPDATE dates released for some elementary students to return)
UPDATE 9/14/20 — There are now target dates for certain students to return to school, according to a letter to families sent on Monday, September 14, from... Read more.
Virginia Living Museum Online Educational Resource for Pre-K to 5th Grade
VLM Educational Resource Page Virginia Living Museum has a free Educational Resource Page for Pre-Kindergartens to 5th Graders to help extend learning at home. You... Read more.
Family Academy: Tools for Success in the Digital Classroom
Tools for Success in the Digital Classroom Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 6-7pm Middle and High school students will use Canvas, StudentVUE, Office365, and other... Read more.
Amphibians & Reptiles Week at Virginia Living Museum
Amphibians & Reptiles Week September 21 – 27, 2020Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM Enjoy displays of “never-before-or-seldom-seen” animals that are part of the... Read more.
Williamsburg Community Chapel MOPS – group for moms, expectant moms – meetings start Sept. 1
What is MOPS? Here at MOPS, we gather and support moms. We believe in the simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen when moms come together, face... Read more.
Jamestown 4-H Offering Full Day Camp for Fall
Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Fall 2020 Jamestown 4-H is offering a full day of day camp for children ages 6-12. During this challenging time, the maximum number... Read more.
List of Homeschooling Blogs to Check Out
Homeschool Blogs: Most of us are scrambling to make sure our kids are prepared for a new style of learning this year. Fortunately, there are a ton of homeschool... Read more.
Hare and Tortoise 5K Run/Walk 2020 is Virtual
12th Annual Hare & Tortoise Race for Ovarian Cancer The Hare & Tortoise Race is scheduled for September 12, 2020. Due to COVID-19 the race will be virtual... Read more.
YMCA R.F. Wilkinson is holding a School Supply Drive
YMCA R.F. Wilkinson Family YMCA is holding a School Supply Drive The YMCA Bright Beginnings program will ensure that all children have the necessary tools to prepare... Read more.
Williamsburg-James City County schools announce remote learning for all students for first 9 weeks
Williamsburg James City County announced that schools will go to remote learning for all students for the first nine weeks of the 2020/2021 school year. The decision... Read more.
The Secret Digital Book Giveaway (Contest Over)
This contest is now over, please visit our Contest page for the latest opportunities. The Secret Digital Book Giveaway We are giving away 5 digital copies of The... Read more.
WJCC School Board Meetings and Updates on School Year 2020-2021
Williamsburg-James City County School Board The Williamsburg-James City County School Board generally meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. The... Read more.
Relay For Life celebrates its 20th anniversary with a “Field of Hope”!
Relay For Life Tribute Signs “Field of Hope“ September 27, 2020 from 12:00 – 5:00 PMWalsingham Academy1100 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg Due to the COVID... Read more.
Stir Crazy in Williamsburg – Supporting Avalon Center
Get new recipes while supporting a local cause! A local group of ladies put together a project to fundraise for Avalon Center by creating a collection of virtual... Read more.
Beautiful Wooden Salad Bowl from Zulily
Walnut Finish 11″ Salad Bowl Affiliate links are in this post and on this site So the old saying goes “When Life Gives You Lemons”… well... Read more.
Williamsburg Regional Library is OPEN!
Williamsburg Regional Library Opens! Williamsburg Regional Library is now open as part of its phased reopening plan. As library buildings reopen their doors, there... Read more.
Great Bay Home 100% Cotton Bath Towels on Zulily reviewed
Great Bay Home Elham Bath Towels on Zulily Affiliate links are in this post and on this site We are excited to partner with Zulily and share our finds with... Read more.
Drive-Thru Safari Park is Open and a Fun Day Trip!
Drive-Thru Virginia Safari Park Looking for a fun day or weekend trip for the family? Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge, VA is a drive-through safari with free-roaming... Read more.
Fathers Day Sail on Schooner Alliance
Yorktown Sailing Charters has spots available for Fathers Day this Sunday! What could be better than a sailing trip to enjoy time with Dad! Step back into history... Read more.
Williamsburg Community Growers Garden and Teaching Farm Continues to Expand
Williamsburg Community Growers Garden If you have been by Warhill High School or walked the WISC trail by the High School lately then you’ve you’ve probably... Read more.
Williamsburg Farm Camp is bringing back Pen Pals with a Twist…Farm Pals!
Farm Pals at Williamsburg Farm Camp Remember the fun you used to have writing to a Pen Pal?! Williamsburg Farm Camp is bringing it back with a twist…your child... Read more.
Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum Taking Steps to Welcome Visitors Safely this Summer
Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown to Reopen on June 24 Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown to reopen are... Read more.
Williamsburg Regional Library Offering Touch-less Curbside Service
WRL now offering touch-less hold pickup service This is exciting! Williamsburg Regional Library is launching a touch-less curbside service to get items into your... Read more.
Virginia is Moving into Phase Two on Friday June 5! Here is the Breakdown
Governor Northam announced plans for most of Virginia to move into Phase Two on Friday, June 5. Richmond and Northern Virginia will remain in Phase One for further... Read more.
Mariners’ Museum is Offering FREE Interactive Online Programs on Exploring Artifacts
Join the Mariners’ Museum for FREE interactive online programs! Journey with a Mariners’ Museum Educator on an exploration of artifacts, and dive into the Museum’s... Read more.
Beaches Reopen this weekend!
Last weekend we celebrated Memorial Day and this weekend beaches will reopen! Gov. Ralph Northam said Thursday that all public beaches statewide could begin reopening.... Read more.
Peninsula Food Bank Emergency Food Distribution on May 29
Emergency Food Distribution due to COVID-19 May 29 from 11am to 1pmBusch Gardens, WilliamsburgBavaria Parking Lot across the streetFirst 400 households will be served... Read more.
Amazon Essentials in stock – Presto! and Quilted Northern toilet paper
We are constantly checking Amazon for essential items and great deals during the pandemic. Going store to store checking for toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer,... Read more.
We are entering Phase One! Here is the breakdown on what it means
We are moving forward with Phase One! Governor Ralph Northam announced the first phase of the “Forward Virginia” plan will begin on Friday, May 15th. So what... Read more.
Wi-Fi on Wheels! WJCC School will provide free internet access via school busses
Williamsburg James City County School is offering a new mobile internet option for students. Wi-Fi on Wheels will go to select locations and neighborhoods starting... Read more.
Virtual DoG Street Strut – Walk for Homeless Pets!
2020 Virtual DoG Street Strut As we are unable to gather in groups right now, Heritage Humane Society has decided to move the DoG Street Strut to a VIRTUAL... Read more.
Food Drive for Local Community Agencies on April 18
Food Drive for Community Agencies Williamsburg Community Chapel and COFM are teaming up to host a Food Drive to benefit local community agencies including Salvation... Read more.
Cheetah Cub Cam at Smithsonian’s National Zoo
Echo And Her Cubs Are Live Echo, a five year old Cheetah has been living at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Front Royal, Virginia... Read more.
What Is Bark and Should You Get It?
If you’re a parent of a preteen or teen then most likely you’ve thought about what they are doing on their phone and how to protect them online. We have... Read more.
Ways to help the community while your in quarantine
If you’re not an essential worker you may be wondering how you can help the community during the quarantine. Here are a few ideas, I know there are more so... Read more.
Lackey Clinic needs the following donations during COVID19
Lackey Clinic provides medical care for low income and uninsured residents in Newport News, Williamsburg/James City County, York County, and Poquoson. Without them... Read more.
William & Mary School of Education hosts At-Home Learning Webinar for Parents
At-Home Learning Webinar for Parents Friday, April 3, 2020 at 12pm Has the current school closure created new challenges at home for you and your learners? Join... Read more.
