Best Things to Do in Williamsburg in April 2025
Best things to do in Williamsburg and surrounding towns in April 2025
Our Daily Calendar will give you the run down on what is happening everyday of the week but if you want a list of top events you don’t want to miss in April in Williamsburg, Yorktown, James City County and surrounding cities – this is your list! Events are listed chronology. Come back throughout the month because we are always adding to it!
Harvey at the Williamsburg Players
Select Days March 28 to April 13, 2025
Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister Veta’s social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary six-and-a-half-foot-tall rabbit. To avoid future embarrassment for her family, especially her daughter, Myrtle Mae, Veta decides to have Elwood committed.
At the sanitarium, a frantic Veta explains to the staff that her years of living with Elwood’s hallucination have also caused her to see Harvey, and so the doctors mistakenly commit her instead of her mild-mannered brother. For more information, see here.
Busch Gardens Kids Weekends
Every Saturday & Sunday, March 22 – April 20
Discover a new theme each week at Busch Gardens Kids Weekends, with dance parties, games, crafts, Storytime, and other exciting activities. Take your first coaster ride on Grover’s Alpine Express. Try the scavenger hunts, sing along to Let’s Play Together, snap a family photo, and more! If you have 5 and unders you have until May 31st to get the 2 Park Preschool pass for unlimited entrance all spring and summer to Busch Gardens & Water Country USA. Visit HERE to see each weekend theme for Kid’s Weekends!
William & Mary Theatre Presents: An Evening of Dance featuring Orchesis Modern Dance Company
Thursday, April 3 – Saturday, April 6 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, April 7 at 2 pm
An Evening of Dance is an annual concert in which students explore and develop original choreography performed by their peers in the Orchesis Modern Dance Company, under the mentorship of the Dance faculty. More info and tickets
Legacy Hall Showcase
Sunday, April 6 from 1 – 4 pm
Planning a special event and need the perfect venue? Visit Legacy Hall to explore the beautiful space and meet local vendors who can help bring your vision to life! Ideal for birthdays, banquets, weddings, and other private functions. Bring your event planner, decorator and anyone else involved to ensure your day is unforgettable. Whether you’re interested in renting or have an existing booking and want to learn more, this showcase is for you! Enjoy refreshments and enter for a chance to win door prizes. More info
Go Green Market at Yorktown Market Days
Saturday, April 12 from 8 am – 12 pm
This market launches the 2025 weekly Yorktown Market Days Saturday Markets! Be sure to bring your reusable bags or pick up a free reusable bag from the information tent. There will also be a limited supply of free giveaways on site that day. Look for special exhibitors and educational children’s crafts, activities, and games. Shop for seasonal produce, fresh baked goods, meats, fresh-cut flowers, handmade soaps and candles, honey, gourmet dog treats, and a beautiful display of work from local artists and artisans. More Info
Lighting of the Cressets in Colonial Williamsburg
Saturday, April 12 & 26 from 8 – 10 pm
This is a local favorite! The Lighting of the Cressets is back this spring on just two Saturdays! The 18th-century lighting brings the streets to life at night. Stop and have a drink in a tavern or shop and dine at one of the Colonial Williamsburg shops or restaurants. They also have several evening programs…More Info
2nd Sunday Arts & Music Festival
Sunday, April 13 from 11 am – 5 pm
Head down to downtown Williamsburg (Prince George and Boundary Street to start) and then get ready to stroll, shop and listen to music – and maybe grab some food! Great artist & music lineup planned! There’s something to be enjoyed by all! Learn more here.
Spring Sidewalk Sale in Merchants Square
Friday, April 25 & Sunday, April 27
Don’t miss the opportunity to find unique gifts, accessories, and fashion for everyone in the family at this year’s Spring Sidewalk Sale. Also enjoy outdoor dining and a mouth-watering selection of savory foods you won’t find anywhere else.
This weekend support your favorite merchants during their Fall Sidewalk Sale! With offers ranging from 25% -75% off select merchandise, you’ll find unique gifts, accessories & fashions for everyone in the family. More info
Williamsburg Artists Group (WAG) to Hold Sale at Bruton Parish House
Spring Brings New WAG Art Sale to Bruton Parish House
Friday, April 11 from 4 pm – 8 pm
Saturday, April 12 from 10 am – 3 pm
A new selection of fine art by 20 artists will be on display at Bruton Parish House this month as the Williamsburg Artist Group returns for its popular spring show. Artists will show their original two-dimensional works on easily accessible tables, easels, and grid walls in the large open space of Bruton Parish House. More Info
Sister Cities French Market at Yorktown Market Days
Saturday, April 19 from 8 am – 3 pm
Enjoy French music, wine, and featured traditional market products such as fresh-baked bread and pastries, chocolates, macarons, crepes, and authentic beignets (just to name a few!)
Also shop for seasonal produce; fresh baked goods; meats; fresh-cut flowers; handmade soaps and candles; honey; gourmet dog treats; and a beautiful display of work from local artists and artisans. More Info
Pirates Invade Yorktown
Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 10 am – 4 pm
Beware of pillagers as pirates invade Yorktown Market Days (Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm)! At this special extended farmers market you can shop for fresh produce and choose from a variety of fresh breads and pastries. See the list of all the events on this Pirate Weekend. Read more here
Ye are invited to travel back to the Golden Age of Piracy as Riverwalk Landing and the Watermen’s Museum are invaded by seafaring marauders.
We know all those mini-marauders are bound to work up an appetite as they explore the nearby festival and hunt down treasures on their maps. Take advantage of the Historic Yorktown restaurants as well as food vendors and food trucks that will be serving up lunch, snacks, and cold drinks.
Easter Egg Hunt on the Green
Sunday, April 13, 2025 | 1 PM – 2 PM | Walsingham Academy
Hop on over to Walsingham Academy on Sunday, April 13, from 1-2 P.M. for a fun Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 7 and younger. This event is FREE and open to the public. The Walsingham Academy Green will be sectioned off into four age groups, and one lucky winner in each age group will find a golden egg to turn in for a prize!
Bring a friend and make some new ones at the Easter Egg Hunt on The Green. Please be sure to bring your own basket to collect eggs! Register here.
Williamsburg Inn Easter Elegance Tea
April 17-18, 2025 | 2 PM – 3:30 PM | Terrace & Goodwin Room
Join in the Easter celebration with a charming afternoon tea at the Williamsburg Inn, perfect for gathering with family and friends! Guests can indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu, complete with handmade scones, tea sandwiches, pastries, and more, all accompanied by a special signature tea created in collaboration with the Chef and The Spice & Tea Exchange. For more information, see here.
Fee-Free Day at National Parks
April 19, 2025
Come experience the national parks! On six days in 2025, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Before visiting a park, please check the park’s website to determine its operating status. For a full list of fee-free days in 2025 and other information, see here.
Where to Dine for Easter in Colonial Williamsburg
If you’re looking for places to eat this Easter weekend in Colonial Williamsburg, then look no further. From delicious brunch menus to carefully curated buffets, there are a myriad of Easter dining options. For the full list of restaurants, see here.
William & Mary Theatre Presents: A New and Well-Ordered City
Thursday, April 24 – Saturday, April 26 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, April 27 at 2 PM | PBK Memorial Hall
How are cities made? Block by block, brick by brick. This performance explores the imagination of a city planner, reflecting on the aspirations, labor, and cycles that shape urban spaces. Inspired by Williamsburg’s history as one of the first planned cities in colonial America, we examine the tension between idealized city utopias and the repetitive, often tedious work required to build them. Through collaboration, the performance evolves from simple routines to a complex, dynamic representation of urban life, blending storytelling, art, dance, and music to capture the overwhelming nature of cities. For more information and to purchase tickets, see here.
Electrostatics, Magnets, and Liquid Nitrogen by CNU Physics at Star Gazing and Laser Night
April 12, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Virginia Living Museum
Join VLM for an exciting evening of stargazing, live science demonstrations, and laser shows!
Live Science Show & Hands-On Activities by CNU’s Physics Department
- 6:30 PM – “Electrostatics, Magnets, and Liquid Nitrogen” (Classroom 3 & 4) — A thrilling demo showcasing the wonders of electrostatics, magnets, and the extreme cold of liquid nitrogen! Free for all guests.
- 7:00 – 8:30 PM – Hands-On Science Activities (Planetarium Lobby) — Explore interactive experiments and science stations hosted by CNU’s Physics Department. Also free!
Planetarium Shows:
- 6:00 PM – Virginia Skies (Explore the night sky over Virginia)
- 7:00 PM – ElectroLaze (A high-energy laser music show)
- 8:30 PM – Laser Aerosmith (Rock out to Aerosmith with stunning laser visuals)
- 10:00 PM – Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon (An iconic laser experience)
Stargazing:
Starts about one hour after sunset and continues until 10 PM (weather permitting). Free and open to the public! Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable night of science and discovery! For more information, see here.
FrogWatch Training
April 6, 2025 | 2 pm – 4 pm (Part 1)
April 13, 2025 | 2 PM – 4 PM (Part 2)
Join us for FrogWatch USA, a community science program dedicated to monitoring frog populations! You’ll learn to identify over 20 different frog calls and discover the importance of frog conservation. Once you’re familiar with the calls, you’ll be able to help track and report local frog populations. The training is divided into two parts, with registration covering both. The minimum age is 11 years old, and children ages 11-14 must be accompanied by a registered adult. The event is free, but registration is required. All sessions run from 2 PM to 4 PM. The second part of the training will be held on April 13th. For more information, see here
Dog Egg Hunt / Licki Mat Party!
April 6, 2025 | 6:45 PM – 8 PM | Zoom Room
Join Zoom Room for a fun-filled event with exciting activities for your pup!
Event Highlights:
- Trick Contest
- Egg Hunt for Dogs
- Pizza & Prizes
- All dogs will get a Licki Mat filled with treats to take home!
$25 PER DOG
- Includes a Licki Mat to take home
- Fun activities & treats
- Pizza for the humans!
Register here or call 757-808-5657
Baby Lambs at Colonial Williamsburg
It is so simple and yet one of the most fun things to do – especially with little kids. You can learn about all the animals in Colonial Williamsburg’s rare breeds program but in April it is all about the lambs. We have a Pasture Map and list of places to find them on our article: where to find the lambs
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