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The Best Ice Cream Spots in Williamsburg

Happy National Ice Cream Month! Keep reading for the best ice cream spots in Williamsburg. Pop quiz: Which U.S. president named July as the month to celebrate ice cream? Gerald Ford George H. W. Bush Ronald Reagan Jimmy Carter The answer is… Back in 1984, President Ronald Reagan noticed that over 90 percent of the […]

Water Fun: Let’s Dive In

It’s going to be a long, hot summer! We love having this marvelous season to enjoy vacations, spend time with friends and family, and explore the Greater Williamsburg area, and we don’t want the high temps and humidity slowing us down! For those of you interested in water fun: let’s dive in! We’ve got just […]

Celebrating Independence Day in Williamsburg

Celebrating Independence Day in Williamsburg this week is going to be great, and we are fired up! Colonial Williamsburg has a lineup of events from morning ‘til past sundown, and you don’t want to miss this incredible opportunity to celebrate America’s birthday! Besides having the freedom to explore this amazing historic area with its stories […]

Summer Nights are Back at Busch Gardens

Summer Nights are Back at Busch Gardens! Beginning June 25, Busch Gardens will transform to be the ideal hang-out through July 29 with Summer Nights! ✓ Live music ✓ Daily fireworks ✓ World-class coasters ✓ Entertainment and extended offerings ✓ Open-air block party atmosphere ✓ Extended hours so you can stay late What’s New? Live […]

Special Exhibitions at Jamestown Settlement

Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown tell the story of 17th-century Virginia—a true story and a fascinating one. Come check out these special exhibitions at Jamestown Settlement. Learn about the birth of America in the very place where these events actually happened, from the arrival of the English colonists at Jamestown in […]

Colonial Williamsburg After Dark

Now that summer’s here, spice up your life with evening programs at Colonial Williamsburg! Now that the world is opening back up again, it’s time to step out and make great new memories with Colonial Williamsburg After Dark. CW’s evening entertainment aims to enchant. Choose a spooky ghost tour for grownups or kids, or sample […]

Kids’ Weekends Are Here!

Something magical is happening right around the corner from King’s Creek in June! Kids’ Weekends Are Here! Busch Gardens’ Sesame Street Weekends are finally back, and we’ve got the scoop on what you can expect (and savings you can enjoy). Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from June 4 – June 20, families can enjoy exclusive […]

Sharing Their Side of the Story

As you may already know, Colonial Williamsburg is a living history site that shares stories from America’s beginnings through the eyes of historical interpreters—that is, 21st-century museum professionals who assume the identities of real 18th-century people, including actual colonists, free and enslaved people, and Native Americans. And they take their roles seriously by sharing their […]

Plan an Amazing Father’s Day

Father’s Day is June 20 this year, and we find it’s always best to plan ahead for these holidays to make sure the person in question knows how much they’re loved and appreciated! That’s why we’re here to get the ball rolling and help you Plan an Amazing Father’s Day this year… The Historic Triangle […]

Juneteenth in Williamsburg

Wondering how you can honor Juneteenth in Williamsburg? The folks at Colonial Williamsburg are committed to sharing the stories of America’s origins, with the intention of helping to create a better, more informed society. The struggle for freedom for Black people continues to be a part of our country’s legacy, and today more and more […]