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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Three Hot Drinks to Warm Up Your Winter
Feeling cold lately? Check out these three hot drinks to warm up your winter… The other day, one of our coworkers shared a conversation she had with her toddler about her morning coffee. It went something like this: Toddler: What is that? Mother: It’s my coffee. Toddler: Can I try it? Mother: Hmm. I’m not […]
Three Ways to Knock Out a Winter Funk
Some of us dread winter the way we dread a visit to the dentist or speaking in front of a group of people. After all, it’s cold, blustery, and dark—and this winter might be extra tough with all that is going on in the world… But there are ways to beat the winter blues! Below […]
Looking Ahead at 2021 in Williamsburg
Something we’re all probably looking forward to is the New Year. After being cooped up at home for 9 months, it’s important to get out and have experiences that enrich our lives (following the latest safety protocols, of course!). We also want to encourage the support of local tourism and small businesses however we can […]
Holiday Events in Colonial Williamsburg
Here’s what’s happening soon. Don’t miss these unique holiday events in Colonial Williamsburg! Carriage Rides Throughout the year, guests of Colonial Williamsburg love to take horse-drawn carriage rides around the Historic Area. This tradition becomes even more special when you’re surrounded by the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season. Options: Romantic Wythe $55.00 […]
The Best Ghost Tours in Williamsburg
Feel that chill in the air? That means Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to get yourself in the Halloween spirit than hanging out with actual ghosts? That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best ghost tours in Williamsburg! Colonial Williamsburg has some of America’s oldest history, and thanks to […]