spring arts
Williamsburg Events: May 14 – 20, 2018
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
LPGA Kingsmill Championship, May 14 – 20
Cheer on the world’s best women golfers at the next Kingsmill Championship, May 14-20, 2018. The Kingsmill Championship will be contested on the River Course at Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA. Kingsmill is a proven venue that has stood the test of time, having hosted over 30 professional golf events.
Arcade Hero: ACBW Video Game Night, May 17
Celebrate American Craft Beer Week by kicking it old school at the brewery! We’re setting up a collection of classic consoles for a night of video games at the brewery. We’ll have multiple stations set up with TV’s provided by The Catering Company and one big ol’ projector screen on loan from DJ Kudlz.
Putting for Patriots, Through May 28
“Putting for Patriots” Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, in Williamsburg, VA, will host the Twelfth Annual Putting for Patriots fundraiser from Friday, May 11 through Monday, May 28.
Release Party at Water Street Grille, May 16
An intimate place big on flavor and personality, and a Yorktown must-do, offering 20 micro brews and a delicious tapas menu. Your evening will feature a showcase of limited released beers from Heavy Seas Brewing.
Roaming Ranger at York River State Park, May 20 – June 10
You never know when a ranger will walk up to you, in the park, with a wild “critter”! You will learn fascinating facts about the animal and may be able to touch or even hold the “friend”.
Virginia Leads with Way: Independence Day 1776, May 19
Help commemorate Virginia’s vote for independence which took place on May 15, 1776-just down the road in the colonial capital of Williamsburg. At York Hall in Yorktown.
Gilded Splinters/Alison Stinely, Through June 23
ALISON STINELY’S GILDED SPLINTERS In “Gilded Splinters,” Alison Stinely utilizes various types of sculpting in collaboration with oil painting in order to create impactful pieces that are independent of a traditional frame. Stinely’s work exudes a breath of life that it is everlasting, fantastical, and honest.
Destination: Dinosaur!, May 5 – 19
Roaring, stomping animatronic dinosaurs are back! Journey back millions of years to the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods as you visit the Museum’s changing exhibit gallery and throughout the Museum grounds and experience life-like dinosaurs around every turn. At the Virginia Living Museum.
High Fiber Festival, May 19
All natural (75%) fiber festival at Hickory Neck Episcopal Church in Toano. There will be a variety of vendors featuring yarns, quilts and crafts. Fiber animals and plants will be present. Demonstrations include spinning, handweaving and weaving. There will be hands-on crafts, a children’s tent, quilt raffle and more!
Answering American’s Call – Exhibition Opening Day Celebration at the Mariners’ Museum, May 19
Answering America’s Call: Newport News in World War I, opening May 19, chronicles the transformation of Newport News as a result of the war. Visitors can learn how Newports News supported war efforts with the Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company by viewing first-hand journals, letters, photographs and more.
Rain Barrel Workshop, May 19
In partnership with the Virginia Cooperative Extension, the City of Newport News Natural Resources Division, and the City of Newport News Recycling Office, The Mariners’ Museum and Park is hosting a rain barrel workshop! Participants will be guided through rain barrel assembly and will get to take home a finished product after this two-hour workshop.
Second 2018 Members’ Co-Op Show, Through June 8
The Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center’s second 2018 Members Co-op Show opened on May 1 and is now underway through June 8. Featuring bodies of work of member artists and artisans, the show offers lots to see and take in – a variety of mediums and styles in the main and middle galleries.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall, Through May 31
It’s the longest standing exhibit at the Gallery and you don’t want to miss the new additions for spring. Visit the Gallery to admire these beautiful handcrafted quilts. You’ll also find a collection of new art, jewelry, pottery, and much more for sale.
Bingo Night at the Satellite Taproom, Thursdays
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at the Alewerks Satellite location Thursday night! Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
Yorktown Market Days, Saturdays
Our waterfront farmers market is one of the most unique in Hampton Roads-offering spectacular views of the York River, live music, food trucks, chef cooking demonstrations, and a variety of vendors! This year, the season starts mid-April, and you can enjoy weekly markets through the end of October.
Local Live Music at Billsburg Brewery, Thursdays Through May
Join us in the Billsburg Event Tent every Thursday this Spring for live music. Grab your friends and join us at Billsburg Brewery to start your weekend early, enjoy live music and fresh cold beer at the only venue in James City County on the waterfront.
Live Music at Water Street Grille, Fridays & Saturdays
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water Street Grille throughout the month. See website for schedule.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub, Fridays & Saturdays
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule.
Friday Brewmaster’s Pin, Fridays
Every Friday at 4 pm at The Virginia Beer Company, we tap a small but potent Brewmaster’s Pin. Centrally located on the bar top in our taproom, these weekly cask concoctions give our brewing team the chance to add a personal touch to our draft offerings.
Trivia Night at Alewerks, Wednesdays
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are. It’s an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia. We’ll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Williamsburg Comedy Club, Saturdays
The Comedy Club of Williamsburg invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians! Located inside the DoubleTree Hotel.
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: May 2 – 6, 2018
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
Bluegrass, Beer and Barbecue in the ‘Burg, May 6
The Muscarelle Museum of Art invites you to the annual Bluegrass, Beer and Barbeque in the ‘Burg. The event will feature traditional southern BBQ from five states, live music, and beer as far as the eye can see. Bluegrass, Beer and Barbeque is open to the entire Williamsburg community, so don’t miss out! This event is a celebration of the 80th birthday of the Chamber and Tourism Alliance.
Yorktown’s Annual “Blues, Brews & BBQ” Festival, May 5
Sample more than 25 different craft beers, dig into some amazing BBQ, and listen as some of the best Blues musicians in Hampton Roads take the stage at Riverwalk Landing.
Pedal the Parkway, May 5
Enjoy the 21st Annual Pedal the Parkway on Saturday, May 5 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cycle, run or hike along the shores of the scenic James River from Jamestown to Williamsburg, or vice versa. This event is FREE and will be held rain or shine. All participants must register and all cyclists must wear helmets.
Yorktown’s Art at the River Juried Art Show, May 6
Stroll the waterfront to admire the work of nearly 50 talented artists at the fifth annual Juried Art Show. Painters, sculptors, potters, jewelers, and many other innovative and creative artists will be displaying their work and talking more about their techniques.
Mr. Jefferson’s Palace Garden Party, May 4
Join us on May 4 for an immersive 18th-century garden party at the Governor’s Palace. Hosted by President Thomas Jefferson, guests will enjoy traditional music, dancing, theatrics, games, libations, fireworks, and a special concert from Broadway legend Betty Buckley!
The Mariners’ Craft Beer Festival, May 6
Great beer, good food and live music! The sixth annual Mariners’ Craft Beer Festival will features craft beers in the unique setting of The Mariners’ Museum’s outdoor courtyards. he sixth annual Mariners’ Craft Beer Festival will feature over 50 craft beers in the unique setting of The Mariners’ Museum’s outdoor courtyards.
Free Comic Book Day!, May 5
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at Comic Cubicle where you can pick up a free comic book and look around at their large variety of comic books, comic book supplies and much more!
Deadbolt Day 2018 at Virginia Beer Company, May 5
The 2018 release of Virginia Beer Co.’s original Double India Pale Ale, and this time it’s bringing an entourage. On Saturday, May 5th DEADBOLT DIPA returns to draft + 16 oz. cans, and for the first time ever BLOOD ORANGE DEADBOLT gets the aluminum treatment.
Wine & Run for the Roses, May 5
Trip the Derby light fantastic with Wine & Run for the Roses, the annual Williamsburg Derby Day party so grand it has come to define Williamsburg’s social season.
The Williamsburg Choral Guild Presents a Potpourri of Choral Classics, May 6
Please join us as we pay tribute to Artistic Director Jay BeVille in his final concert with the Guild. Come celebrate 16 years of his outstanding contributions to the cultural life of the Williamsburg community and wish him well in retirement.
Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Music Jamboree, May 4
Come and enjoy us first Fridays for an evening of music and fun along the beautiful York River.
Forest Explorers Walk & Talk, May 5
Join us on the first Saturday of every month this spring for a nature program and guided walk on the new Living Forest Interpretive Trail! At Freedom Park.
Roaming Ranger at York River State Park, May 6
You never know when a ranger will walk up to you, in the park, with a wild “critter”! You will learn fascinating facts about the animal and may be able to touch or even hold the “friend”.
Artist Hazel Camp at the Gallery at York Hall, May 6
While you are visiting Art at the River, please come and meet local artist, Hazel Camp, and view her beautiful watercolor paintings. She will be doing demos and signing prints.
Destination: Dinosaur!, May 5 – 19
Roaring, stomping animatronic dinosaurs are back! Journey back millions of years to the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods as you visit the Museum’s changing exhibit gallery and throughout the Museum grounds and experience life-like dinosaurs around every turn. At the Virginia Living Museum.
Burning Off the Socks: Canoe & Kayak Season Kick Off, May 5
Celebrate the 2018 canoe and kayak season with a Chesapeake Bay sailing tradition. Take off your socks and burn them with the rangers. Bring a new pair to donate to a local charity. Then join us for a guided trip into Taskinas Creek and the York River.
CW Employee Arts & Crafts Show, May 5 & 6
Colonial Williamsburg employees, volunteers and retirees combine to present and sell handmade gifts. Fabulous jams and handmade jewelry are only a portion of the wonderful items available for personal enjoyment or as a special gift for that certain someone.
Proclamation Bicycle Ride, May 4
Join us in Richmond at the Capitol to collect the writ. From there, ride back to James City County where the proclamation will be presented to our local governments officials.
River Seining at York River State Park, May 6
Seine nets have been used for ages to catch fish and other creatures in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributary rivers.
Civil War Williamsburg – A Walking Tour, May 5
Join a Williamsburg Battlefield Association board member and certified Williamsburg guide Caitlin Bailey for walking tour down the main street of Williamsburg.
Williamsburg Battlefield Pop Up Tour, May 5
Did you know there was a Civil War battle here? Have you been to the Williamsburg battlefield? Come on out and hear all about it during the 156th anniversary of the Battle of Williamsburg. This “pop up tour” will be led by Williamsburg Battlefield Association board members.
The State of USS Monitor’s Turret, May 5
Presented by Will Hoffman, Director of Conservation and Chief Conservator FREE with Museum admission. Go behind the scenes of the Museum and explore our collection while learning about the work the staff does.
Inside James Fort: Built of “Pales, Posts, and Railes,” Saturdays through May 19
Building a fort proved to be a necessity for the colonists within a month of their arrival in 1607. In 1994 Jamestown Rediscovery archaeologists found evidence of the trenches and post molds from the original palisade lines. Carpenter Paul Zelesnikar will demonstrate the tools and methods used by the first colonists to build everything from the fort walls to stools and chests. Stop by to learn more about this important trade!
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall, Through May 31
It’s the longest standing exhibit at the Gallery and you don’t want to miss the new additions for spring. Visit the Gallery to admire these beautiful handcrafted quilts. You’ll also find a collection of new art, jewelry, pottery, and much more for sale.
Bingo Night at the Satellite Taproom, Thursdays
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at the Alewerks Satellite location Thursday night! Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
Williamsburg Farmers Market, May 5
Over 30 vendors will attend the Williamsburg Farmers Market this Saturday with strawberries, asparagus, Spring produce, prepared foods and baked goods, tulips, artisan chocolate, cheese, meats, peanuts and handmade soaps.
Yorktown Market Days, Saturdays
Our waterfront farmers market is one of the most unique in Hampton Roads-offering spectacular views of the York River, live music, food trucks, chef cooking demonstrations, and a variety of vendors! This year, the season starts mid-April, and you can enjoy weekly markets through the end of October.
Local Live Music at Billsburg Brewery, Thursdays Through May
Join us in the Billsburg Event Tent every Thursday this Spring for live music. Grab your friends and join us at Billsburg Brewery to start your weekend early, enjoy live music and fresh cold beer at the only venue in James City County on the waterfront.
Live Music at Water Street Grille, Fridays & Saturdays
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water Street Grille throughout the month. See website for schedule.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub, Fridays & Saturdays
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule.
In the light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums, Through May 13
In the Light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums features important Caravaggesque paintings from the renowned collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, North Carolina Museum of Art, Speed Museum, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, and Chrysler Museum of Art including recent acquisitions to the collection of the Muscarelle.
Women with Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Women With Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection in conjunction with William & Mary’s 100 Years of Women celebration. This exhibition features over thirty works by prominent women artists from the permanent collection and is comprised of a variety of media styles and time periods expressing their vision.
Guerilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Guerrilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World in the Herman Graphic Arts Room as part of the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of coeducation at William & Mary and in Virginia. Since 1985 and even more stridently today, the Guerrilla Girls have been concerned with broader discrimination; particularly social oppression related to race, class, and gender.
Friday Brewmaster’s Pin, Fridays
Every Friday at 4 pm at The Virginia Beer Company, we tap a small but potent Brewmaster’s Pin. Centrally located on the bar top in our taproom, these weekly cask concoctions give our brewing team the chance to add a personal touch to our draft offerings.
Trivia Night at Alewerks, Wednesdays
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are. It’s an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia. We’ll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Williamsburg Comedy Club, Saturdays
The Comedy Club of Williamsburg invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians! Located inside the DoubleTree Hotel.
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: April 9 – 15, 2018
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra Presents Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, April 12
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony featuring a 220 member combined chorus! The WSO will also perform Festive Overture, Op. 96, Shostakovich on the program.
Yorktown Market Days, April 14
Our waterfront farmers market is one of the most unique in Hampton Roads-offering spectacular views of the York River, live music, food trucks, chef cooking demonstrations, and a variety of vendors! This year, the season starts mid-April, and you can enjoy weekly markets through the end of October.
Garden Symposium, April 14-15
Colonial Williamsburg’s 72nd annual Garden Symposium, ordinary to extraordinary. Speakers will share their landscaping techniques and plant choices for small gardens, patios, courtyards and containers. From perennials to pollinators to herbs, become inspired with ideas to show your own creativity in your home garden.
Smoke on the River: Yorktown Civil War Weekend, April 14-15
Battle of Yorktown 1862 history, exhibits, music, naval battles at the Watermen’s Museum. Exhibits and events held at other Yorktown locations. Civil War themed guided tours.
Dino on the Loose at the Virginia Living Museum, April 14
Join our walking T-Rex for dinosaur parades, photo ops and a roaring good time on the Dinosaur Discovery Trail!
Yorktown Kite Demo & Gathering, April 14
Join us at Riverwalk Landing after the kickoff to our Market Days season! Enjoy kite demonstrations and an afternoon of kite flying. Bring your own or borrow one from Patriot Tours and Provisions.
Annual Alpaca Shearing Tours at Fox Wire Farm, April 15
Come and learn during the annual shearing of nearly 90 alpacas at Fox Wire Farm in Toano by taking a shearing tour! This annual event helps prepare the alpacas for the summer months by shedding their wool.
Star Party & Laser Evening at Virginia Living Museum, April 14
The Virginia Living Museum offers free star gazing beginning at sunset on the second Saturday of every month. The evening also includes a planetarium program and several laser shows.
19th Annual 2018 Williamsburg British & European Car Show, April 14
Open the 2018 car show season by visiting beautiful Colonial Williamsburg Virginia for the 19th Annual British and European Car Show sponsored by the Williamsburg British Car Club at The Shops of High Street on 4/14/18. We are very excited to announce our NEW VENUE, The Shops at High St.
Veterans Recognition Day, April 14
Sponsored by the Friends of York River State Park. All donations will go toward Wounded Warriors Project.Bring your mountain bike & join the guided group to cycle some trails. Trek with the Ranger-led group to Fossil Beach on the York River. At noon, enjoy a picnic lunch.
Yorktown Pub Sunday Brunch, Sundays in April
Sunday is special at the Yorktown Pub. Enjoy everything from old fashioned eggs and bacon to and delicious steak! Don’t forget the best shrimp and grits in the area! Delight yourself with friends and family with the beautiful view of the York River too! Come and enjoy Yorktown’s tastiest brunch menu!
Singletrack Maniac 50K, April 14
Experience Freedom Park in a whole new way with the Singletrack Maniac 50K! The generous 10-hour time limit (19 minute mile pace) for the 31-mile Ultra race is great for beginners, but the single track trails are technical and challenging with constant roots and elevation changes. This event takes place rain or shine.
Music Jam Session at Watermen’s Museum, April 11
Second Wednesday every month is Watermen’s Museum Music Jam Session: Don’t miss an evening of fun and music with ShantyGrass and visiting amateurs and professional musicians as you join them in passing songs around a circle.
Robert Logen at the Gallery at York Hall, April 14
Come and meet local harmonic musician, Robert Logen. He will be playing his harmonica and visiting with guest in a fun filled afternoon.
Civil War Lecture: Dupont’s Ironclad Attack on Charleston, April 14
On April 7, 1863, Rear Admiral Samuel Francis DuPont sent a squadron of nine ironclads to destroy Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie at the entrance to the harbor of Charleston, South Carolina. This enabled his command to reach the inner harbor.
Lecture: Sarah Fraser on “The Prince Who Would Be King,” April 12
Henry Stuart, Prince of Wales, was a prince of global vision. Though he never saw the sea until he was 10 years old, when he was given a ship in 1603, it was love at first sight. Hailed as “Protector of Virginia,” Henry invested in the 1607 expedition of the Susan Constant, Godspeed, and Discovery.
First 2018 members Co-op Show, Through April 27
Featuring artists with larger bodies of work, the Members Co-op Show offers a wide variety of 2D and 3D mediums and styles in the main and middle galleries. At the Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center.
Inside James Fort: Built of “Pales, Posts, and Railes,” Saturdays through May 19
Building a fort proved to be a necessity for the colonists within a month of their arrival in 1607. In 1994 Jamestown Rediscovery archaeologists found evidence of the trenches and post molds from the original palisade lines. Carpenter Paul Zelesnikar will demonstrate the tools and methods used by the first colonists to build everything from the fort walls to stools and chests. Stop by to learn more about this important trade!
Stream to Sea Stroll, Tuesdays April 4 – 18
What is the difference between a woodland stream and a marsh? What creatures are found in a pond compared to those in a river? Are there similar birds in both ecosystems? Take this ranger guided adventure hiking from the forest to the shoreline to discover life in four aquatic communities within a mile and a half of each other.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall, Through May 31
It’s the longest standing exhibit at the Gallery and you don’t want to miss the new additions for spring. Visit the Gallery to admire these beautiful handcrafted quilts. You’ll also find a collection of new art, jewelry, pottery, and much more for sale.
Bingo Night at the Satellite Taproom, Thursdays
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at the Alewerks Satellite location Thursday night! Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
Local Live Music at Billsburg Brewery, Thursdays Through May
Join us in the Billsburg Event Tent every Thursday this Spring for live music. Grab your friends and join us at Billsburg Brewery to start your weekend early, enjoy live music and fresh cold beer at the only venue in James City County on the waterfront.
In the light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums, Through May 13
In the Light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums features important Caravaggesque paintings from the renowned collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, North Carolina Museum of Art, Speed Museum, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, and Chrysler Museum of Art including recent acquisitions to the collection of the Muscarelle.
Women with Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Women With Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection in conjunction with William & Mary’s 100 Years of Women celebration. This exhibition features over thirty works by prominent women artists from the permanent collection and is comprised of a variety of media styles and time periods expressing their vision.
Guerilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Guerrilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World in the Herman Graphic Arts Room as part of the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of coeducation at William & Mary and in Virginia. Since 1985 and even more stridently today, the Guerrilla Girls have been concerned with broader discrimination; particularly social oppression related to race, class, and gender.
Friday Brewmaster’s Pin, Fridays
Every Friday at 4 pm at The Virginia Beer Company, we tap a small but potent Brewmaster’s Pin. Centrally located on the bar top in our taproom, these weekly cask concoctions give our brewing team the chance to add a personal touch to our draft offerings.
Vinyl Night at Alewerks, Tuesdays
Join us each and every Tuesday night for Vinyl Night in the Taproom. Bring your own records, or listen to ours, either way it’s sweet vinyl spinning on the turntable. FoodaTude..Food with Attitude will be here too! Retro tunes, good food, and craft beer.
Trivia Night at Alewerks, Wednesdays
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are. It’s an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia. We’ll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Riverwalk Restaurant’s Sunday Brunch Buffet, Sundays
Join us Sundays at Riverwalk Restaurant overlooking the York River as Chef Brian Hines at the helm creating a savory menu using fresh, local seafood, natural meats, and more.
Williamsburg Comedy Club, Saturdays
The Comedy Club of Williamsburg invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians! Located inside the DoubleTree Hotel.
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: April 2 – 8, 2018
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
2nd Sunday’s Art & Music Festival, April 8
Williamsburg, Virginia’s only ALMOST Year ‘Round Arts & Street Festival! On the second Sunday of every month, you can stroll the streets of Colonial Williamsburg and take in unique arts, handcrafts, and live music in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere.
Aura Curiatlas Performs at the Kimball Theatre, April 7 & 8
Since 2014, the company has been known for its exciting and inventive blend of dance, theatre, and acrobatics to tell stories. The stories are inspired in many different ways including cartoons, romance, architecture, bus trips, and astrophysics. The lightheartedness, athleticism, and reliance on physical storytelling make Aura CuriAtlas engaging to audiences of varied ages and backgrounds. After the show, the performers will stay for conversations with the audience.
Victory at Yorktown 10K & 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk, April 7
The fourth annual YMCA Victory at Yorktown 10K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk is an historical and scenic race beginning at Riverwalk Landing on the Yorktown Waterfront.
The Chamber Music Society of Williamsburg, April 3
The Chamber Music Society of Williamsburg presents the Armida Quartet Tuesday evening, April 3 at 8:00 PM in the Williamsburg Regional Library Theatre.
Wonders of the Sea at the Virginia Living Museum, April 2 – 6
Join us for Spring Break and welcome our new moray eel! Take in the “Coral Reefs: Nurseries of the Sea” conservation kiosk, a screening of the award winning documentary “Chasing Coral,” and sea-themed shows in the Abbitt Planetarium. Witness a scuba program and fish feeding in the Chesapeake Bay Tank and more.
First 2018 members Co-op Show, Through April 27
Featuring artists with larger bodies of work, the Members Co-op Show offers a wide variety of 2D and 3D mediums and styles in the main and middle galleries. At the Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center.
Tap the Vault, April 7 & 8
Alewerks is the place to be the first weekend in April. Come celebrate National Beer Day with us when we open up our beer vault and tap rare and exciting beers all weekend. This will be a veritable greatest hits lineup. We’ll be tapping something new every two hours, and when they run out, they’re out.
Hops and Hogs Beer Festival, April 7
Smoked pork and other food; beer and wine; and live music. At Watermen’s Museum.
Inside James Fort: Built of “Pales, Posts, and Railes,” Saturdays through May 19
Building a fort proved to be a necessity for the colonists within a month of their arrival in 1607. In 1994 Jamestown Rediscovery archaeologists found evidence of the trenches and post molds from the original palisade lines. Carpenter Paul Zelesnikar will demonstrate the tools and methods used by the first colonists to build everything from the fort walls to stools and chests. Stop by to learn more about this important trade!
Stream to Sea Stroll, Tuesdays April 4 – 18
What is the difference between a woodland stream and a marsh? What creatures are found in a pond compared to those in a river? Are there similar birds in both ecosystems? Take this ranger guided adventure hiking from the forest to the shoreline to discover life in four aquatic communities within a mile and a half of each other.
Bikes Out of Hibernation at Chickahominy Riverfront Park, April 7
Looking for an opportunity to get your bike out of “‘hibernation?” Free safety inspections, assistance for minor repairs, greasing, fitting as well as fun rides to “knock the rust off” after winter.
Watermen’s Museum Opens for the Season, April 3
Explore Watermen’s museum located on the Yorktown Virginia waterfront. The museum is educational and demonstrates the role Chesapeake Bay Watermen, from pre-colonial to modern times, have played in the molding of our nation.
Gallery at York Hall Opens, April 3
A welcome center for visitors and gathering place for residents, the Gallery features paintings, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, quilts, and other pieces from more than 300 local artists. Each month, you’ll find new featured artists and interactive demonstrations in the lobby on Sundays.
The York County Historical Museum Opens, April 3
View artifacts that tell the rich and varied stories of York County’s past, from the time of the earliest Native Americans, colonial-era Yorktown, and both the battlefield and home fronts of the Revolutionary War through World War II.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall, Through May 31
It’s the longest standing exhibit at the Gallery and you don’t want to miss the new additions for spring. Visit the Gallery to admire these beautiful handcrafted quilts. You’ll also find a collection of new art, jewelry, pottery, and much more for sale.
Forest Explorers Walk & Talk at Freedom Park, April 8
Join us on the first Saturday of every month this spring for a nature program and guided walk on the new Living Forest Interpretive Trail! One of our expert nature guides will present a nature program on a different topic each month, then lead children and their parents on a trip through the forest to learn about plants, wildlife, insects and anything else we may encounter!
Taskinas Trek at York River State Park, April 6
The Taskinas Creek Trail is gaining a reputation as one of the most scenic and challenging hikes east of I-95. This three mile trail has a series of steep ravines that wind down to secluded bogs. There are also gorgeous overlooks of the Taskinas Creek Marsh which is home to various birds, fish, and mammals. Take the ranger guided hike through this interesting ecosystem.
Lecture: The History of the Museum Through Photographs, April 7
Explore the creation and early years of The Mariners’ Museum and Park through historic photos and stories, and learn about the people that made this Newport News institution possible.
Bingo Night at the Satellite Taproom, Thursdays
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at the Alewerks Satellite location Thursday night! Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
Local Live Music at Billsburg Brewery, Thursdays Through May
Join us in the Billsburg Event Tent every Thursday this Spring for live music. Grab your friends and join us at Billsburg Brewery to start your weekend early, enjoy live music and fresh cold beer at the only venue in James City County on the waterfront.
Fresh Water Fishing Clinic, April 5
Before you hit the water, learn and practice the skills needed to fish in fresh water. Practice casting with a spin-casting rod & reel combo. Learn how to use bobbers, sinkers, and the knots most often used by anglers. We’ll have a “backyard bass” contest as well.
In the light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums, Through May 13
In the Light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums features important Caravaggesque paintings from the renowned collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, North Carolina Museum of Art, Speed Museum, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, and Chrysler Museum of Art including recent acquisitions to the collection of the Muscarelle.
Women with Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Women With Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection in conjunction with William & Mary’s 100 Years of Women celebration. This exhibition features over thirty works by prominent women artists from the permanent collection and is comprised of a variety of media styles and time periods expressing their vision.
Guerilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Guerrilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World in the Herman Graphic Arts Room as part of the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of coeducation at William & Mary and in Virginia. Since 1985 and even more stridently today, the Guerrilla Girls have been concerned with broader discrimination; particularly social oppression related to race, class, and gender.
Friday Brewmaster’s Pin, Fridays
Every Friday at 4 pm at The Virginia Beer Company, we tap a small but potent Brewmaster’s Pin. Centrally located on the bar top in our taproom, these weekly cask concoctions give our brewing team the chance to add a personal touch to our draft offerings.
Vinyl Night at Alewerks, Tuesdays
Join us each and every Tuesday night for Vinyl Night in the Taproom. Bring your own records, or listen to ours, either way it’s sweet vinyl spinning on the turntable. FoodaTude..Food with Attitude will be here too! Retro tunes, good food, and craft beer.
Trivia Night at Alewerks, Wednesdays
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are. It’s an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia. We’ll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Riverwalk Restaurant’s Sunday Brunch Buffet, Sundays
Join us Sundays at Riverwalk Restaurant overlooking the York River as Chef Brian Hines at the helm creating a savory menu using fresh, local seafood, natural meats, and more.
Williamsburg Comedy Club, Saturdays
The Comedy Club of Williamsburg invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians! Located inside the DoubleTree Hotel.
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Williamsburg Events: March 26 – April 1, 2018 (Easter Weekend)
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Please note, we apologize for our recent absence! But we’re back and ready to rock and roll with spring events!
Easter Events:
Easter Egg Extravaganza, March 31
The annual Easter Egg Extravaganza is March 31 at the Warhill Sports Complex – bring your Easter basket and camera!
Easter Morning Sunrise Service on Jamestown Island, April 1
Easter Sunrise Service will be held on Historic Jamestown Island at 7:00 am on Sunday, April 1, 2018. All are welcome. Williamsburg Clergy from different Churches will lead the Interdenominational Worship Service.
Egg-Stravaganza at the Virginia Living Museum, March 31
The hunt is on! Uncover a variety of eggs from all types of native animals from our extensive collections. Enjoy a visit from our resident rabbit just in time for the holiday, as well as a live animal show, activities, and crafts.
B2 Bunny Hops 5K Fun Run & Easter Egg Hunt, March 31
The first annual 5K Race / Fun Run & Easter Egg Hunt at Billsburg Brewery. Bring the whole family our and join us Saturday, March 31 for what will be an amazing inaugural 5K Fun Run & Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your puppies, your children, your neighbors, your visiting relatives from out of town, you surely don’t want to miss this event at Billsburg Brewery.
Easter Brunch at the Williamsburg Winery, April 1
Join us to celebrate Easter and feast on an extensive brunch buffet featuring fresh, local selections. See website for complete menu. Reservations required.
Other Events:
Local Live Music at Billsburg Brewery, Thursdays Through May
Join us in the Billsburg Event Tent every Thursday this Spring for live music. Grab your friends and join us at Billsburg Brewery to start your weekend early, enjoy live music and fresh cold beer at the only venue in James City County on the waterfront.
The Schooners Alliance and Serenity Return to Yorktown!, March 30
For those who love history, yearn for romance, or have dreamed of a true sailing adventure—this outing is for you! Lend a hand at setting sail, take the helm and steer the ship, or look for dolphins and osprey as you glide along the shores of the York River.
Pirate Adventure Cruises Return, March 30
Bring the kids to Captain Mayhem’s School of Piracy aboard the Yorktown Pirate Boat Tour, and see what it was like to set sail as they did in the day of block and tackle and traditionally rigged sailing vessels.
Riverwalk Landing Piers Open, April 1
The Riverwalk Landing Piers provide docking for overnight stays and transient boaters. Tie up and step ashore to grab a bite to eat or do a little shopping.
Fossil Frenzy at York River State Park, March 26
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Join us in discovering relics of these very old creatures as we hike to a fossil beach.
Taskinas Trek at York River State Park, March 30
The Taskinas Creek Trail is gaining a reputation as one of the most scenic and challenging hikes east of I-95. Take the ranger guided hike through this interesting ecosystem. Bring water and a snack, but remember to pack in – pack out.
Friday Night Flights at Charly’s Airport Restaurant, Fridays through August
Enjoy live acoustic music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant each Friday now through early autumn during Friday Night Flights. The patio provides great views as planes takeoff (you never know what you’ll see!) and there are always delicious specials on homemade bread and slices of pie for dessert.
Watermen’s Museum Presents Yorktown Story Slam, Every Fourth Monday
Story tellers come together at the Yorktown Story Slam every fourth Monday of the month to share their true personal tales about a monthly theme. 7 PM – Storytellers Presentation. 8 to 8:30 PM – Audience Stories.
Bingo Night at the Satellite Taproom, March 29
Take a trip to the Premium Outlets for Bingo and Beer at our Satellite location Thursday night! Bingo will be from 6pm til 7:30 and is free to play for all ages! Prizes, friends, and of course beer!
Stream to Sea Stroll, March 27
What is the difference between a woodland stream and a marsh? What creatures are found in a pond compared to those in a river? Are there similar birds in both ecosystems? Take this ranger guided adventure hiking from the forest to the shoreline to discover life in four aquatic communities within a mile and a half of each other.
Fresh Water Fishing Clinic, March 29
Before you hit the water, learn and practice the skills needed to fish in fresh water. Practice casting with a spin-casting rod & reel combo.
Elegant Accomplishments: Women in Early Music, Fridays in March
Discover the varied roles of music in women’s lives as you enjoy representative music by and for some talented European women.
In the light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums, Through May 13
In the Light of Caravaggio: Dutch and Flemish Paintings from Southeastern Museums features important Caravaggesque paintings from the renowned collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, North Carolina Museum of Art, Speed Museum, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, and Chrysler Museum of Art including recent acquisitions to the collection of the Muscarelle.
Women with Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Women With Vision: Masterworks from the Permanent Collection in conjunction with William & Mary’s 100 Years of Women celebration. This exhibition features over thirty works by prominent women artists from the permanent collection and is comprised of a variety of media styles and time periods expressing their vision.
Guerilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World, Through May 13
The Muscarelle Museum of Art is proud to present Guerrilla Girls: Conscience of the Art World in the Herman Graphic Arts Room as part of the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of coeducation at William & Mary and in Virginia. Since 1985 and even more stridently today, the Guerrilla Girls have been concerned with broader discrimination; particularly social oppression related to race, class, and gender.
Elementary School Art Show at On the Hill Gallery, Through March 31
Celebrating our annual York County Elementary Children’s Art Show March 18th thru 31st at On the Hill Gallery. Each teacher from every elementary school has chosen a selection of student’s work to be hung in a professional gallery setting.
Williamsburg Comedy Club, Saturdays
The Comedy Club of Williamsburg invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and laughter. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians! Located inside the DoubleTree Hotel.
“Mixed Media” Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall, Through March
Come and enjoy Mixed Media Art Show at the Gallery at York Hall. You can relish in our revolving exhibit of fine art in all media by local artists for display and sale. See website for winter hours.
Live Music at Water Street Grille, Fridays & Saturdays in March
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water Street Grille throughout the month. See website for a schedule.
Karaoke Idol at Revolution Golf & Grille, Wednesdays through March 21
See if you have what it takes to be Williamsburg’s KARAOKE IDOL! 10 weeks Event! Tryouts are on Wednesdays (January 10th and 17th). Top 20 continue on to the 8 week elimination!
Friday Brewmaster’s Pin, Fridays
Every Friday at 4 pm at The Virginia Beer Company, we tap a small but potent Brewmaster’s Pin. Centrally located on the bar top in our taproom, these weekly cask concoctions give our brewing team the chance to add a personal touch to our draft offerings.
Vinyl Night at Alewerks, Tuesdays
Join us each and every Tuesday night for Vinyl Night in the Taproom. Bring your own records, or listen to ours, either way it’s sweet vinyl spinning on the turntable. FoodaTude..Food with Attitude will be here too! Retro tunes, good food, and craft beer.
Trivia Night at Alewerks, Wednesdays
Wednesday night means the Taproom is the place to be for this battle of the brains. Bring your friends (or your enemies) and prove just how smart you really are. It’s an entertaining evening with great craft beer, and a thoroughly irreverent take on trivia. We’ll have food trucks here too with an ever-changing menu of delicious options.
Riverwalk Restaurant’s Sunday Brunch Buffet, Sundays
Join us Sundays at Riverwalk Restaurant overlooking the York River as Chef Brian Hines at the helm
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Williamsburg Events: May 22 – 29, 2017 (Memorial Day Weekend)
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Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens
Weekends, May 26 – June 2
A tasty adventure awaits culinary explorers at Busch Gardens® Food & Wine Festival. Busch Gardens invites guests to unleash their inner foodie with a variety of dishes and wines not normally served at the park.
Grand Opening of Revolution Golf and Grille
May 27
Join us at our Grand Opening Event! Revolution Golf and Grille is locally owned and operated and opening their doors Memorial Day weekend. Inside our restaurant you will find five rooms equipped with HiDef Golf Simulator Bays and one private HiDef Golf Simulator room used for private events. That room will also offer private lessons from our local Golf Pro. Our restaurant will provide a full service menu equipped with entrees, salads, wraps and appetizers. We will have 20 taps including local Virginia wines and breweries.
Mead Up
May 26 – 28
Memorial Day Weekend! Unlike breweries and most wineries in Virginia we are unable to sell mead by the glass. The exception is that eight times a year we are able to obtain a special permit which allows us to serve to you by the glass.
Watermen’s Museum Presents Story Tellers
May 22
Story tellers come together at the Yorktown Story Slam every fourth Monday of the month to share their true personal tales about a monthly theme.
Canoeing with the Stars
May 26
Get away from the bright lights of the city and spend an evening with us looking at the night sky. For an added touch, we’ll enjoy it from a canoe! Whether you’re an expert on the stars and planets or a novice, you’ll still enjoy this peaceful trip on the creek.
Movies Under the Stars
May 26
Enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars! Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. All ages welcome. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Movie subject to change. Weather permitting. This week: Brave (PG).
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (film)
May 27
Enjoy this on the big screen one last time before it’s locked away in the Disney vaults! A group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to do extraordinary things, and in doing so, become part of something greater than themselves. At the Kimball Theatre.
Water|Ways at the Virginia Living Museum
May 27 – June 9
The Virginia Foundation for the Humanities (VFH), in cooperation with the Virginia Association of Museums (VAM) is bringing the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit, Water|Ways, to make a splash at the Virginia Living. The Water|Ways exhibit will consist of engaging panels and kiosks where guests will be able to learn about the five major concepts: Introduction, Source, Flow, Quench, and Water is Eternal?
New Exhibition Opening at the Mariners’ Museum: Speed and Innovation in the America’s Cup
May 27
The America’s Cup is the world’s premier yachting race, a high-stakes “win-at-all-costs” international sailing competition. Join us as we open our newest exhibition, Speed and Innovation in the America’s Cup, featuring one of Oracle Team USA’s 72-foot catamarans. The exhibition will highlight cutting-edge technologies that allow these yachts to fly at near-highway speeds just above the water’s surface.
Grace Episcopal Church Memorial Day Ceremony
May 29
Grace Church Memorial Day Ceremony, 10 am. Ceremony followed by the playing of “Taps” and replacement of flags “with Honors” of the 83 known veterans. Grace Episcopal Church.
Memorial Day Ceremony at York Hall
May 29
York County Historical Committee Memorial Day Ceremony, 12 pm. Posting of colors, historical re-enactors, guest speaker, and the placing of flowers.
The Fifes and Drums of York Town
May 27 & 29
The Fifes and Drums of York Town, May 29, 11:45 am. Memorial Day Ceremony, York Hall, 301 Main Street.
Paella Cooking Class with Chef Ika
May 25
Back by popular demand! Learn how to make Paella with Chef Ika! Chef Ika is just back from Spain where he picked up some very helpful hints and secrets on how to make the perfect Paella.
The People Who Forged Civilization
May 25
Join master storyteller Shel Browder for myths and stories about the men and women who forged the tools of war and peace, creating civilizations out of sweat and fire. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition From Forge and Furnace: A Celebration of Early American Iron.
Karaoke in the Park
May 27
Sing the night away while enjoying the park! All ages welcome. 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Weather permitting. At Chickahominy Riverfront Park.
Night Hike at York River State Park
May 27
What roams the woods after dark? Take a ranger guided tour with us to experience the sights and sounds after sundown. Enjoy the cooler temperatures with the sounds of raccoons, owls, and other creatures.
Johnny has Gone for a Soldier
May 27
Ever since men, and the occasional woman, have headed off to war, songs have been sung about the experience. Join Lynn and Barry Trott to explore songs of the soldier’s life and the life of those on the home front, from the 17th century through the Napoleonic wars. The songs and the stories will take you from Flanders to Valley Forge to Waterloo, mixing humor, romance, and sorrow.
Soul on a String (film)
Through June 1 (select dates)
After discovering a sacred stone in the mouth of a deer he just killed, Taibei, a young lonesome Tibetan cowboy, embarks on a long and difficult mission: to bring it back to the holy mountain of Buddha’s handprint. His journey turns sour as an obstinate woman, Joan, and a psychic yet dumb elf, Pu, soon decide to join him. Not to mention the two violent brothers on his tale, who are on a revenge quest. Shot in some of the most spectacular landscapes on earth, an epic, magical, and visually stunning tale of karmic returns, hate and love, and the eternal power of timeless stories. Tibetan w/ subtitles. At the Kimball Theatre.
Rag, Tag and Bobtail: Women Belonging to the Army
May 27
The war for American Independence rages on! Join two women belonging to the army as they discuss loyalty to their country, their duty to their family, and what they are willing to sacrifice for everything they hold dear.
Memorial Day Williamsburg Invitational Soccer Tournament
May 27 – 28
The Tidewater Sharks and WISC are proud to present the 3rd Annual Williamsburg Invitational to be held on Memorial Day weekend (May 27,28, 2017) in Williamsburg, Virginia. The event boasts top class fields, a state of the art indoor center to include a coaches game, a club social and great competition for all teams attending!
Friday Night Flights at Charly’s Airport Restaurant
Fridays through May 26
Enjoy live acoustic music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant each Friday now through early autumn during Friday Night Flights. The patio provides great views as planes takeoff (you never know what you’ll see!) and there are always delicious specials on homemade bread and slices of pie for dessert.
Yorktown Market Days
Saturdays through September 30
A favorite event, Yorktown Market Days located on the Yorktown waterfront operates weekly. Featuring over 35 local farmers, producers, vendors, and artists throughout the season, including a variety of homegrown favorites and local art.
Friday Night Flights at Charly’s Airport Restaurant
Fridays through May 26
Enjoy live acoustic music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant each Friday now through early autumn during Friday Night Flights. The patio provides great views as planes takeoff (you never know what you’ll see!) and there are always delicious specials on homemade bread and slices of pie for dessert.
Suping Sisters
Mondays
SUPing Sisters is for ladies only! Sorry fellas!! We will meet every Monday at 6:00pm and paddle together for an hour and a half. Each week will be a different place to paddle and explore. This is a great way to work on your paddling technique and also to enjoy some company while paddling. At Chickahominy Riverfront Park.
Their Finest (film)
Through June 8 (select days)
In 1940 London, as the nation is bowed down by war, the British ministry turns to propaganda films to boost morale at home. Realizing their films could use “a woman’s touch,” the ministry hires Catrin Cole (Gemma Arterton) as a scriptwriter in charge of writing the female dialogue. Although her artist husband looks down on her job, Catrin’s natural flair quickly gets her noticed by cynical, witty lead scriptwriter Buckley (Sam Claflin). As bombs are dropping all around them, the colorful cast and crew work furiously to make a film that will warm the hearts of the nation. At the Kimball Theatre
Fossil Frenzy at York River State Park
May 27
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Early whales, porpoises, sharks, clams, scallops, and snails all left traces of their existence which we now find as fossils. Join us in discovering relics of these very old creatures as we hike to a fossil beach.
Busting Myths!
Tuesdays through May 30
Was the pineapple really the symbol of 18th-century hospitality? Were quilts really used as coded messages for the Underground Railroad? Were people shorter in the 1700s? Learn to discern truth, myth, and reality on this guided tour.
Quiltmakers
Mondays through May 29
Explore quilts from the 18th, 19th & 20th centuries, while learning about the lives of quilters Amelia Lauke, Anna Jane Parker, Rita Mae Pettway, and others.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall
Through May 31
Celebrate Spring – Come and see beautiful handmade quilts by local quilters. In addition to the exhibit the Gallery will have a host of new and beautiful art, jewelry, pottery and much more for sale.
Six Mead Sundays
Sundays
Try ALL SIX of our meads, instead of only four. Every Sunday. Mead tastings are always free.
Backstory
Tuesdays through May 30
Explore the hidden stories behind the objects on display. Discover who made the object, and why–and how it wound up in our collection. Why do some of our artifacts have such unique stories?
Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Music Jamboree
Fridays through May 26
Come and enjoy us for an evening of music and fun along the beautiful York River.
Behind Closed Drawers
Through May 26
Drop in to get a close look at “Printed Fashions.” Then, peer into the textile study drawers to examine additional clothing and needlework from our collections. See a side of fashion others might miss.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub
Fridays & Saturdays through May 27
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule. Full pub menu including fresh seafood. Live entertainment on weekends. Lunch and dinner overlooking the York River.
Middle School Art Show at On the Hill Gallery
Saturdays through May 28
Celebrating our annual York County Middle School Art Show, May 7 – 28th at On the Hill Gallery. The work will be hung and displayed the same as in a professional gallery.
A Grand Medley of Entertainments
Mondays through June 12
Owen Murdock’s Company gamely tries to present an 18th-century traveling variety show, but their misfortunes provide a comedy of errors for the entire family to enjoy. A colonial entertainment so amusing that even Colonel Washington would have laughed!
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Williamsburg Events: May 15 – 21, 2017
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LPGA Kingsmill Championship
May 15 – 21
Cheer on the world’s best women golfers at the next Kingsmill Championship. The Kingsmill Championship will be contested on the River Course at Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA. Kingsmill is a proven venue that has stood the test of time, having hosted over 30 professional golf events.
Jazz on the James
May 19
Enjoy live jazz that swings with local band Good Shot Judy, craft beer and fine wine, and local food trucks – Offbeat Eats by Two Drummers, FoodaTude…Food with Attitude, and Sinful Treats – all against the stunning vista of the James River at Jamestown Settlement.
Culturefix Presents Honky Tonk Heroes a Classic Country Tribute
May 20
Featuring: Blended Outlaw, from Virginia Beach (with Williamsburg’s own Scott Kale and special guest David Waltrip), Molly Payne & The Mistakes (Richmond, VA) & Curtis Brown (of the Michael Clark Band) & Ben Phelps.
La Tienda Oyster Fiesta
May 18
Come celebrate the opening of our new patio with fresh oysters, live music and tasty tapas! Get a taste of what Williamsburg is talking about – La Tienda’s amazing food from Spain, plus great wines and sangria.
Craft Beer Week Tastings
May 15 – 21
Join us for a celebration of Craft Beer Week! We will be celebrating with free tastings at Hair of the DoG Bottle Shop throughout the week.
National Theatre Live: Who’s Araid of Virginia Woolf?
May 18
Sonia Friedman Productions present Imelda Staunton (Harry Potter films), Conleth Hill (Game Of Thrones, The Producers), Luke Treadaway (A Street Cat Named Bob, The Hollow Crown) and Imogen Poots (A Long Way Down, Jane Eyre) in James Macdonald’s critically acclaimed, 5 star production of Edward Albee’s landmark play, broadcast live to cinemas from the Harold Pinter Theatre, London.
Bridles & Bow Ties
May 20
This annual fundraising event which is presented by Riverside Health System includes: tours of the facilities, student spotlights, cocktails, oysters, an elegant seated buffet dinner and a live auction sponsored by TowneBank. The purpose is to share Dream Catchers’ mission and to celebrate the success of our program participants!
Family Fun Fest
May 20
Join James City County Parks & Recreation for the annual Family Fun Fest! The event features Knockerball Hampton Roads, Touch-A-Truck and the Teeny Tiny Farm Petting Zoo. Also enjoy pony rides, inflatable rides, hands-on activities, family entertainment with music and contests too! Grab some lunch provided by our food vendors and visit all of our local craft and business vendors!
100 Years of Glorious Technicolor: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (film)
May 20 & 21
Showgirls Lorelei Lee and Dorothy Shaw travel to Paris, pursued by a private detective hired by the suspicious father of Lorelei’s fiancé, as well as a rich, enamored old man and many other doting admirers. Starring Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe. At the Kimball Theatre.
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra’s Fireworks Finale Concert
May 20
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra wraps up its 33rd season in grand style with Fireworks Finale, a concert featuring guest violinist Elena Urioste. Conducted by Music Director Janna Hymes.
Pedaling the Past – Freedom Park
May 21
Speeding past interpretive signs and wondering at their significance? Hop on your bike or one of ours for a guided tour of local historic sites and tales and tastes immersing you in the past!
Friday Night Flights at Charly’s Airport Restaurant
Fridays through May 26
Enjoy live acoustic music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant each Friday now through early autumn during Friday Night Flights. The patio provides great views as planes takeoff (you never know what you’ll see!) and there are always delicious specials on homemade bread and slices of pie for dessert.
Suping Sisters
Mondays
SUPing Sisters is for ladies only! Sorry fellas!! We will meet every Monday at 6:00pm and paddle together for an hour and a half. Each week will be a different place to paddle and explore. This is a great way to work on your paddling technique and also to enjoy some company while paddling. At Chickahominy Riverfront Park.
Revtalk: Immigration and National Identity with Ric Burns
May 21
How do we define who can be an American-and what being an American means? The Chinese Exclusion Act, to be released on PBS this year, examines the economic, cultural, social, legal, racial and political dimensions of the law; the forces and events that gave rise to it; and the effect it has had, and continues to have, on American culture and identity. A partial pre-release screening of this new documentary by film maker Ric Burns will be followed by a REV Talk and post Q&A.
Tim Seaman at the Gallery at York Hall
May 21
Come out to the Gallery at York Hall and enjoy Tim Seaman perform his Hamered Dulcimer.
Watermen’s Museum Swing Dance
May 15
Join us every third Monday of the month for swing dance. 7:30 – 8 PM for instructions and 8 – 10 PM dancing!
GPS Pirates at York River State Park
May 20
A new way to find treasure. Geocaching makes use of the Global Positioning System to help you find caches of park information and small gifts. We will supply you with a GPS unit and the ranger will help you hike off of the beaten path for a unique discovery. Please call for reservations.
Third Sunday Children’s Art Class at On the Hill Gallery
May 21
In this Third Sunday Children’s Art event, we will have a different art medium every month. Supplies are included.
Fiddle Music from Jamestown to Yorktown
May 16
What kind of music would the Jamestown settlers have enjoyed? What were Virginians listening to at the end of the Revolution? Take a walk through 174 years of music and history with David Gardner. The award-winning fiddler and music historian has an entertaining story to tell on a collection of historically appropriate instruments.
Williamsburg Women’s Chorus Presents The Earth Sings!
May 16
The Williamsburg Women’s Chorus spring concert will feature music about nature and the abundance of our world. Entitled “Earthsongs” after a set of pieces included in the concert that were written by Florida composer David Brunner, the music will open with the classic treble song by Claude Debussy, Salut printemps, Welcome Spring.
Art Class at On the Hill Gallery
May 15
Come learn how to make jewelry with glass domes and cabochons, metal bezels and ephemera. Create charming and vintage necklaces, earrings, bracelets and even magnets. Supplies are included.
Their Finest (film)
Through June 8 (select days)
In 1940 London, as the nation is bowed down by war, the British ministry turns to propaganda films to boost morale at home. Realizing their films could use “a woman’s touch,” the ministry hires Catrin Cole (Gemma Arterton) as a scriptwriter in charge of writing the female dialogue. Although her artist husband looks down on her job, Catrin’s natural flair quickly gets her noticed by cynical, witty lead scriptwriter Buckley (Sam Claflin). As bombs are dropping all around them, the colorful cast and crew work furiously to make a film that will warm the hearts of the nation. At the Kimball Theatre
Successful Campaign
May 19
Join the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums for a lively, stirring performance of traditional 18th-century field music! The senior corps will share the stage with a featured guest corps. Meet the talented musicians that make up our Fife and Drum Corps.
Yorktown Market Days
Saturdays through September 30
A favorite event, Yorktown Market Days located on the Yorktown waterfront operates weekly. Featuring over 35 local farmers, producers, vendors, and artists throughout the season, including a variety of homegrown favorites and local art.
Williamsburg Farmers Market
May 20
Over 40 vendors will bring strawberries, asparagus, Spring produce, mushrooms, flowers, artisan chocolate, cheese, meats, honey, baked goods, peanuts and handmade soaps to the Williamsburg Farmers Market. Live music will be performed by LCV Project
From Revolution to Restoration
May 17
What happened in Williamsburg after the Revolution? Discover how the town survived hard times until it was restored to its former glory in the early 20th century. Program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Architectural Clues to 18th-century Williamsburg.”
The Mischievous Fey
May 18
It’s springtime and the world awakens after a long winter’s sleep. It’s time for the spring lambs, the flowers to bloom and the mischievous Fey to once again roam the Highlands. Enjoy tales of the Spring Festivals and the Fey as told by Master Storyteller Donna Wolf.
Tyke Hike: Woods and Waters
May 20
Is your two to four year old ready for a hike of their own? Would he or she like to learn the basics about birds? Our friendly neighborhood park ranger will lead families around Woodstock Pond and point out the creatures that live in our woods and waters.
High Fiber Festival
May 20
All natural (75%) fiber festival at Hickory Neck Episcopal Church in Toano. There will be a variety of vendors featuring yarns, quilts and crafts. Demonstrations include spinning, handweaving and weaving along with animals, children’s activities and food.
Wilson (film)
May 3 – 18
A poignant love letter to the people who raise us and the times that form us. Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a determined single mother in her mid-50s is raising her adolescent son, Jamie at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women in Jamie’s upbringing – via Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist and Julie (Elle Fanning), a savvy and provocative teenage neighbor. At the Kimball Theatre.
Busting Myths!
Tuesdays through May 30
Was the pineapple really the symbol of 18th-century hospitality? Were quilts really used as coded messages for the Underground Railroad? Were people shorter in the 1700s? Learn to discern truth, myth, and reality on this guided tour.
Quiltmakers
Mondays through May 29
Explore quilts from the 18th, 19th & 20th centuries, while learning about the lives of quilters Amelia Lauke, Anna Jane Parker, Rita Mae Pettway, and others.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall
Through May 31
Celebrate Spring – Come and see beautiful handmade quilts by local quilters. In addition to the exhibit the Gallery will have a host of new and beautiful art, jewelry, pottery and much more for sale.
Six Mead Sundays
Sundays
Try ALL SIX of our meads, instead of only four. Every Sunday. Mead tastings are always free.
Backstory
Tuesdays through May 30
Explore the hidden stories behind the objects on display. Discover who made the object, and why–and how it wound up in our collection. Why do some of our artifacts have such unique stories?
Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Music Jamboree
Fridays through May 26
Come and enjoy us for an evening of music and fun along the beautiful York River.
Behind Closed Drawers
Through May 26
Drop in to get a close look at “Printed Fashions.” Then, peer into the textile study drawers to examine additional clothing and needlework from our collections. See a side of fashion others might miss.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub
Fridays & Saturdays through May 27
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule. Full pub menu including fresh seafood. Live entertainment on weekends. Lunch and dinner overlooking the York River.
Middle School Art Show at On the Hill Gallery
Saturdays through May 28
Celebrating our annual York County Middle School Art Show, May 7 – 28th at On the Hill Gallery. The work will be hung and displayed the same as in a professional gallery.
A Grand Medley of Entertainments
Mondays through June 12
Owen Murdock’s Company gamely tries to present an 18th-century traveling variety show, but their misfortunes provide a comedy of errors for the entire family to enjoy. A colonial entertainment so amusing that even Colonel Washington would have laughed!
KIDsiderate Concert Series at Busch Gardens
Select Dates in May
Start spring on a high note when some of today’s most popular acts for kids take the stage at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg. This KIDsiderate® concert series will have kids singing and dancing along in the Globe Theatre in England. Schedule: Choo Choo Soul with Genevieve! – May 6; The KIDZ BOP Kids – May 13; Teen Stars Live – May 20 & 21.
For all events visit the Main Calendar (Visit Williamsburg).
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: May 8 – 14, 2017
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
Jamestown Day at Historic Jamestowne and Jamestown Settlement
May 13
“Jamestown Day” features Historic Jamestowne’s ongoing archaeological discoveries of the 1607 fort and one of Jamestown Settlement’s ships sailing in the James River. A variety of family-friendly programs on Powhatan and English weaponry, military and maritime demonstrations, and traditional music and entertainment will take place at both sites.
Cap 2 Cap
May 12-13
A ride, not a race, where riders are encouraged to enjoy the scenery. All ages are encouraged to participate, families are also encouraged to attend both days of the event.
Yorktown Market Days Season Hosts Annual Fitness Market!
May 13
Yorktown Market Days and Fitness Market, 8 am to 12 pm – New Year, New You! Let’s get moving at our Health and Fitness Market, 8 am to 12 p.m. Not only can you shop the 35 local farmers, producers, artists, and vendors offering a variety of local favorites found at all our Saturday Markets, but at the Fitness Market you can learn to improve your health with fitness classes, healthy cooking demonstrations, free health screenings, and additional healthy living information.
Merchants Square Spring Fling
May 10
Bring your dancing shoes and show your stuff at the Merchants Square Spring Fling. What’s in store? Live jazz from Good Shot Judy, 500 of your closest friends, and a dance floor, right in the center of the Square! Don’t miss our fantastic spring celebration!
Coffee Concert I American String Quartet and Andre-Michel Schub
May 11
Individually, the players of the American String Quartet are each stars in their own right, their resumes studded with orchestral and ensemble performances, competition victories, and accolades; together, they create a sound that has entranced some of the world’s most demanding critics.
Mother’s Day Buffet at Riverwalk Restaurant
May 14
Make Mother’s Day extra special with a brunch buffet and a dinner buffet at Riverwalk Restaurant.
“More of the Best of Broadway”
May 13
Back Again! Rob BonGiovanni and his Sound Investment, featuring Pam Wineapple (Williamsburg’s Broadway Pro) are back again with “More of The Best of Broadway”. Showcasing the famous Broadway Shows from “The Great White Way” that made it to Hollywood to the Silver Screen. At the Kimball Theatre.
KIDsiderate Concert Series at Busch Gardens
Select Dates in May
Start spring on a high note when some of today’s most popular acts for kids take the stage at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg. This KIDsiderate® concert series will have kids singing and dancing along in the Globe Theatre in England. Schedule: Choo Choo Soul with Genevieve! – May 6; The KIDZ BOP Kids – May 13; Teen Stars Live – May 20 & 21.
National Theatre Live: Obsession
May 11
Jude Law (The Young Pope, Closer, The Talented Mr Ripley) stars in the stage production of Obsession, broadcast live from the Barbican Theatre in London. Ivo van Hove directs this new stage adaptation of Luchino Visconti’s 1943 film. At the Kimball Theatre.
A Grand Medley of Entertainments
Mondays through June 12
Owen Murdock’s Company gamely tries to present an 18th-century traveling variety show, but their misfortunes provide a comedy of errors for the entire family to enjoy. A colonial entertainment so amusing that even Colonel Washington would have laughed!
An Afternoon of Hammered Dulcimer Music with Timothy Seaman
May 13
Local hammered dulcimer virtuoso Timothy Seaman will be here playing familiar music as well as his own. Tim is known throughout the area for his lively performances and his compelling music! Tim will have all of his CD’s available for sale and autographing!
Friday Night Flights at Charly’s Airport Restaurant
Fridays through May 26
Enjoy live acoustic music on the patio of Charly’s Airport Restaurant each Friday now through early autumn during Friday Night Flights. The patio provides great views as planes takeoff (you never know what you’ll see!) and there are always delicious specials on homemade bread and slices of pie for dessert.
Fossil Frenzy at York River State Park
May 13
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Early whales, porpoises, sharks, clams, scallops, and snails all left traces of their existence which we now find as fossils. Join us in discovering relics of these very old creatures as we hike to a fossil beach.
Mother’s Day Surf & Turf
May 14
Treat mom to a day on the water and fossil hunting. This ranger guided program takes our guests on a canoe/kayak trip on Taskinas Creek and the York River to Fossil beach to search for relics of the prehistoric era. Mom paddles for free with paid guest.
Drum to the Beat
May 9
Come experience the fun of drumming in a group. For centuries, communities around the world have strengthened unity and friendship through rhythm. Join Drum Major Lance Pedigo for this unique experience for all ages and abilities.
Venus Tells It All
May 11
Meet Venus, a most inspiring comical, singing 18th-century storyteller that will leave you in stitches as she tells thought provoking stories derived from her life about living, relationships and yo momma! Fun for the young and young at heart! Audience participation is a requirement!
Middle School Art Show at On the Hill Gallery
Saturdays through May 28
Celebrating our annual York County Middle School Art Show, May 7 – 28th at On the Hill Gallery. The work will be hung and displayed the same as in a professional gallery.
Revolutionary Dissent
May 10
Stephen Solomon discusses his recent book: “Revolutionary Dissent: How the Founding Generation Created Freedom of Speech.” Before the Revolution colonists were restricted from openly discussing politics (and Independence) by English Common Law. Events leading to the Declaration of independence and the ratification of the Constitution lead to freedom of speech in our new Republic. A book-signing will follow.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub
Fridays & Saturdays through May 27
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule. Full pub menu including fresh seafood. Live entertainment on weekends. Lunch and dinner overlooking the York River.
Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Music Jamboree
Fridays through May 26
Come and enjoy us for an evening of music and fun along the beautiful York River.
Behind Closed Drawers
May 5 – 26
Drop in to get a close look at “Printed Fashions.” Then, peer into the textile study drawers to examine additional clothing and needlework from our collections. See a side of fashion others might miss.
Franz (film)
May 3 – 11
A film by Francois Ozon. In the aftermath of WWI, a young German who grieves the death of her fiancé in France meets a mysterious Frenchman who visits the fiancé’s grave to lay flowers. French/German with subtitles. At the Kimball Theatre.
Wilson (film)
May 3 – 18
A poignant love letter to the people who raise us and the times that form us. Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a determined single mother in her mid-50s is raising her adolescent son, Jamie at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women in Jamie’s upbringing – via Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist and Julie (Elle Fanning), a savvy and provocative teenage neighbor. At the Kimball Theatre.
Busting Myths!
Tuesdays through May 30
Was the pineapple really the symbol of 18th-century hospitality? Were quilts really used as coded messages for the Underground Railroad? Were people shorter in the 1700s? Learn to discern truth, myth, and reality on this guided tour.
Quiltmakers
Mondays through May 29
Explore quilts from the 18th, 19th & 20th centuries, while learning about the lives of quilters Amelia Lauke, Anna Jane Parker, Rita Mae Pettway, and others.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall
Through May 31
Celebrate Spring – Come and see beautiful handmade quilts by local quilters. In addition to the exhibit the Gallery will have a host of new and beautiful art, jewelry, pottery and much more for sale.
Six Mead Sundays
Sundays
Try ALL SIX of our meads, instead of only four. Every Sunday. Mead tastings are always free.
Backstory
Tuesdays through May 30
Explore the hidden stories behind the objects on display. Discover who made the object, and why–and how it wound up in our collection. Why do some of our artifacts have such unique stories?
2nd Sundays
May 14
On the second Sunday of every month from 11a to 5p, March to December, you can stroll the streets of Colonial Williamsburg and take in unique arts, handcrafts and live music in a fun and family friendly atmosphere.
For all events visit the Main Calendar (Visit Williamsburg).
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: May 1 – 7, 2017
Check out what’s happening this week in greater Williamsburg. And be sure to sign up for our weekly (or monthly) newsletter!
Bluegrass, Beer and Barbecue in the ‘Burg Festival
May 7
The Muscarelle Museum of Art invites you to the third annual Bluegrass, Beer and Barbecue in the ‘Burg! The event will feature five kinds of BBQ and over twenty-five sauces prepared on site by Craig Reeves of The Catering Company, contemporary Bluegrass, and a selection of craft beer from The Virginia Beer Company!
Yorktown’s Annual “Blues, Brews & BBW” Festival”
May 6
Join us for Yorktown’s fourth annual Blues, Brews & BBQ, a festival on the river. Enjoy down-home blues musicians, incredible micro brews, amazing BBQ and other gourmet foods for purchase.
KIDsiderate Concert Series at Busch Gardens
Select Dates in May
Start spring on a high note when some of today’s most popular acts for kids take the stage at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg. This KIDsiderate® concert series will have kids singing and dancing along in the Globe Theatre in England. Schedule: Choo Choo Soul with Genevieve! – May 6; The KIDZ BOP Kids – May 13; Teen Stars Live – May 20 & 21.
Yorktown Garden Stroll
May 6
As you stroll the Yorktown village streets to visit 10 private gardens, music from the Fifes & Drums of York Town will help you imagine Yorktown as it once was – a thriving tobacco port that witnessed the last battle of the American Revolution.
Yorktown’s Art at the River Juried Art Show
May 7
Artwork by over 50 talented artists at the fourth annual juried art show on the beautiful Yorktown waterfront. Painters, sculptors, potters, jewelers, and many other innovative and creative artists.
7th Annual Wine & Run for the Roses
May 6
Laugh! Libate! Lift your paddle for a great cause! Don’t miss the premier social event in Williamsburg! The Muscarelle Museum of Art Foundation presents the 6th Annual Wine & Rune for the Roses Auction on Derby Day.
A Celebration of May: An Immersive Palace Garden Party
May 5
Take time to go back to an 18th-century Palace Garden Party “of the mind and the heart.” Thomas Jefferson, the last governor to reside at the Palace, opens the gates and invites residents of the colonial community-both gentry and tradespeople alike-to a fun-filled May celebration on the Palace grounds.
Pedal the Parkway
May 6
Enjoy the 20th Annual Pedal the Parkway on Saturday, May 6 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cycle, run or hike along the shores of the scenic James River from Jamestown to Williamsburg, or vice versa. This event is FREE and will be held rain or shine. All participants must register and all cyclists must wear helmets.
Carrot Tree Kitchens International Dinner Nights: Germany
May 3
Join Carrot Tree Kitchens for their International Dinner Nights! Let Carrot Tree take you on a trip around the world without ever getting up from the dinner table! The Wednesday, April 12 dinner will highlight Greece.
Triangle Arts & Culture League Art & Garden
May 5-6
TACL-VA.org art&garden is a two day celebration for art and garden lovers. Talks by landscape designers, southern lifestyle writers, horticulture experts, flower designers and artists Proceeds benefit the public art projects of the Triangle Arts and Culture League, Inc. a 501 c 3 non-profit.
Burning of the Socks: Canoe & Kayak Season Kick Off
May 6
Celebrate the 2017 canoe and kayak season with a Chesapeake Bay sailing tradition. Bring a new pair of socks to donate to a local charity. Take off your socks and burn them with the rangers. Then join us for a guided trip into Taskinas Creek and the York River.
Proclamation Bicycle Ride
May 4
Ride begins at 8:15 a.m. from Jamestown Beach Event Park. Each year the Governor proclaims May is “Bike Month” in Virginia. Join us in Richmond at the Capitol to collect the writ. From there, ride back to James City County where the proclamation will be presented to our local governments officials. Shuttle service provided to Richmond; bikes will be blanketed and transported via box truck.
Pedaling the Past – Jamestown
May 7
Speeding past interpretive signs and wondering at their significance? Hop on your bike or one of ours for a guided tour of local historic sites and tales and tastes immersing you in the past! Helmets, water and snack included.
Free Comic Book Day!
May 6
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at Comic Cubicle where you can pick up a free comic book and look around at their large variety of comic books, comic book supplies and much more!
The Williamsburg Choral Guild Presents From Broadway to Stage & Screen
May 6 & 7
Your toes will be tapping and your heartstrings will be pulled in this concert full of fun! Enjoy popular Broadway, stage and screen selections, including works by Lerner & Loewe, Bernstein & Sondheim, Gershwin, Lehár, Harburg & Lane and others.
John Blair Mountain Bike Ride
May 6
Take a ride on the 12 mile John Blair Mountain Bike Trail at York River State Park. The Eastern Virginia Mountain Bike Association (EVMA) will lead trips led according to skill level.
Hazel Camp at the Gallery at York Hall
May 6
Come out to the Gallery at York Hall and see the watercolor exhibit and demo by local artist Hazel Camp.
York County High School Student Art Exhibit
May 7
A special exhibit of selected artwork by high school students from York, Tabb, Grafton and Bruton High Schools.
Past Plantations Tour
May 6
Take a ride through the remains of Taskinas Plantation. Our staff archaeologist has made discoveries of forts, slave quarters, workshops, and relics of the colonial past.
Mother’s Day Expo at Williamsburg Premium Outlets
May 6-7
Shop a variety of specialty retailers and vendors at the Mother’s Day Expo at Williamsburg Premium Outlets on May 6 and 7. Discover the perfect gift for Mom with this weekend long celebration filled with in-store activation’s, beauty demos, a vendor expo and much more!
Rally ‘Round the Banjo: A Civil War Soldier’s Playlist
May 4
When the Civil War began, Northern and Southern soldiers didn’t have iPods or boom boxes to bring to camp, but they did have musical instruments and their favorite music. Join historian and musician Carson Hudson as he explores the “playlists” of the 1860s.
Dream Logic/A Life with No Limits
May 6
A Life With No Limits is inspired by the life and work of astrophysicist Stephen Hawking and is created in the company’s signature style blending dance, theatre, and acrobatics. Composer, Sophia Serghi, created original music for the work. At the Kimball Theatre.
Colonial Williamsburg Employee Arts & Crafts Show
May 6 -7
Colonial Williamsburg employees, volunteers and retirees combine to present and sell handmade gifts. Luxuriant jams and handmade paintings are only a portion of the fabulous items available for personal enjoyment or as a special gift for that certain someone.
Art Adventures for Autism
May 6
Families with children on the autism spectrum are invited to explore folk art and decorative arts at the Art Museums. This sensory friendly event will allow kids with ASD to enjoy the galleries in their own way. Special tours, hands-on activities and crafts will be available. Space is limited and reservations are required.
David Mitchell at the Gallery at York Hall
May 5 – 7
Featuring local photographer, David Mitchell, and view his beautiful photographs.
Mysterious Moonlight Canoe Tour
May 6
There is no better way to enjoy the full moon than from a canoe on the beautiful Taskinas Creek. We’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of the marsh at night as we paddle slowly up the placid creek.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub
Fridays & Saturdays through May 27
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. See website for schedule. Full pub menu including fresh seafood. Live entertainment on weekends. Lunch and dinner overlooking the York River.
Watermen’s Museum Yorktown Music Jamboree
Friday May 5 – 26
Come and enjoy us for an evening of music and fun along the beautiful York River.
Behind Closed Drawers
May 5 – 26
Drop in to get a close look at “Printed Fashions.” Then, peer into the textile study drawers to examine additional clothing and needlework from our collections. See a side of fashion others might miss.
Franz (film)
May 3 – 11
A film by Francois Ozon. In the aftermath of WWI, a young German who grieves the death of her fiancé in France meets a mysterious Frenchman who visits the fiancé’s grave to lay flowers. French/German with subtitles. At the Kimball Theatre.
Wilson (film)
May 3 – 18
A poignant love letter to the people who raise us and the times that form us. Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a determined single mother in her mid-50s is raising her adolescent son, Jamie at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women in Jamie’s upbringing – via Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist and Julie (Elle Fanning), a savvy and provocative teenage neighbor. At the Kimball Theatre.
Magical Strings: Harps and Dulcimers Migrate From Europe to America
May 2
Instruments with many strings have ancient origins and have evolved through various cultures, traveling with early settlers to America’s shores. Philip and Pam Boulding, composers, instrument builders and teachers, share lively traditional arrangements of Celtic music and soulful compositions, augmented by stories of their world travels and the instruments they play and build.
Backstory
Tuesdays through May 30
Explore the hidden stories behind the objects on display. Discover who made the object, and why–and how it wound up in our collection. Why do some of our artifacts have such unique stories.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall
Through May 31
Celebrate Spring – Come and see beautiful handmade quilts by local quilters. In addition to the exhibit the Gallery will have a host of new and beautiful art, jewelry, pottery and much more for sale.
Six Mead Sundays
Sundays
Try ALL SIX of our meads, instead of only four. Every Sunday. Mead tastings are always free.
Show at On the Hill Gallery
April 8 – May 6 (Saturdays)
Join us for a reception held April 8 for artist, Mike Kravchak titled “Portraits of the Bay” from 6 to 8 pm. The show will be in the Gallery from April 8 thru May 6. Mike works in watercolor, and his subject matter reflects the Chesapeake Bay, its working boats and watery landscapes.
Busting Myths!
Tuesdays through May 30
Was the pineapple really the symbol of 18th-century hospitality? Were quilts really used as coded messages for the Underground Railroad? Were people shorter in the 1700s? Learn to discern truth, myth, and reality on this guided tour.
Quiltmakers
Mondays through Mary 29
Explore quilts from the 18th, 19th & 20th centuries, while learning about the lives of quilters Amelia Lauke, Anna Jane Parker, Rita Mae Pettway, and others.
For all events visit the Main Calendar (Visit Williamsburg).
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Events: April 24 – 30, 2017
Below is a list for what’s happening this week in the Greater Williamsburg area. Get this information straight to your inbox by signing up for one of our e-newsletters (weekly or monthly).
April 24 – 30, 2017
New Town Chalk & Family Fest
RESCHEDULED FOR APRIL 29 CANCELLED
This event has been cancelled with no immediate plans to reschedule. Bring the whole family to Sullivan Square in New Town for a day of fun. From 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., enjoy a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, chalk drawing, kids games, and much more.
Historic Garden Week in Virginia and the 83rd Williamsburg Homes and Gardens Tours
April 22 – 29
Join us for the 84th Historic Garden Week in Williamsburg homes and gardens tour. Visit homes and gardens on Burns Lane, a fine art and flower show at the Muscarelle Museum of Art; a Virginia Glass Guild show and sale of glass that is inspired by nature and the garden; lectures on glass art, botanical art and “green” architecture; and more.
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra Presents “Carnival of the Animals”
April 29
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra presents Carnival of the Animals, a concert for the whole family featuring musicians, dancers from Virginia Regional Ballet, painter Bob Oller, and narrator Elisabeth Reiss. Together they bring to life the animals depicted in the music. After the concert, stay for a hands-on instrument “petting zoo” and meet the performers.
Art on the Square
April 30
Join us for the 54th annual event! The Junior Woman’s Club of Williamsburg organizes its annual spring art show to benefit local not for profit organizations through grants and scholarships.
Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival
April 30
The Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival will feature more than twenty craft beers from at least ten different breweries. Attendees will enjoy craft beer, live music and food will be available for purchase from local food trucks.
Virginia International Tattoo
April 27 – 30
In 1997, we brought this tradition to the home of the world’s biggest Naval base and the largest population of military families in America- Norfolk, Virginia. Not surprisingly, Virginia International Tattoo has become renowned as the most patriotic of the world’s great Tattoos.
RavenCon 2017
April 28 – 30
RavenCon 2017, a weekend celebrating the genres of science fiction, fantasy and horror. (And as we’re playing the Edgar Allan Poe angle, we’re mystery friendly, too!) Join our guests for panel discussions and workshops that can only happen at RavenCon!
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra Presents Hidden Gem Concert
April 25 & 26
The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra presents Hidden Gem, its fourth Masterworks concert of the 2016-2017 season. The program opens with Verdi’s Overture to “La Forza del Destino” and includes symphonies by Mozart and Nielsen. Conducted by Music Director Janna Hymes, now in her 13th season at the podium.
Pirates Invade Yorktown
April 29 – 30
Pirates, representing seafaring life in the late 17th and 18th-centuries, invade Yorktown. Visit the encampment, watch the cannon firing demonstrations, and sing with pirates. Riverwalk Landing and Watermen’s Museum.
Dinner with the Shepherd – Farmer Spotlight Series at the Williamsburg Winery
April 27
Join Wessex Hundred Executive Chef Ian Robbins and our good friend Shepherd Craig Rogers from Border Springs Farm on Thursday, April 27 at the Café Provençal for our first monthly Farmers Spotlight Series dinner of 2017! This four-course meal will highlight the world-class lamb of Border Springs Farm alongside wines from The Williamsburg Winery.
Captain Mayhem’s Schooner Soiree
April 29
You’ll cruise with Captain Mayhem and his Pirate crew aboard the Schooner Alliance, Yorktown’s Pirate Ship, for a two hour sunset sail on the York River. There will be live entertainment, cash bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Wear your best Pirate garb. Limited tickets. Advanced reservations recommended.
Garden Symposium
April 28
Colonial Williamsburg’s 71st annual Garden Symposium, Small Spaces, Great Rewards, will focus on visually designing small garden spaces to produce the greatest rewards. Speakers will share their landscaping techniques and plant choices for small gardens, patios, courtyards and containers.
Laundry Lint Artist Visits Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
April 28
Everyday laundry lint, straight out of a clothes dryer, is the art medium of choice for Heidi Hooper of Stroudsburg, Pa., who uses the various hues of lint to create colorful artwork. Heidi Hooper is a two-time Niche-award winning artist, Hooper makes unique art from dryer lint.
Gin Rumaste Launch at the Williamsburg Distillery
April 29
Bleevable Prana Yoga and Williamsburg Distillery are partnering to bring yo yoga, amazing cocktails and community beginning Saturday, April 29. The one-hour yoga class will be presented by Bleevable Prana Yoga and will be followed by a hand crafted cocktail.
Lecture at York Hall
April 30
You are invited to free presentation by Admiral Walter Doran. He will share a presentation on the important 1942 Battle of Midway.
Rev Talk: Chaz Mena Performing Yo Solo
April 28
Bernardo de Gálvez, the young and enterprising Spanish Governor of Louisiana, played a key role in the American Revolution- yet he’s been largely ignored by history.
Yorktown Market Days
April 29
Featuring over 35 local farmers, producers, vendors, and artists throughout the season, including a variety of homegrown favorites and local art. Delicious food, exciting entertainment, beautiful and inspiring artwork, and a view beyond compare. Weekly live music entertainment.
Toys!
April 29
Explore 19th- and early 20th-century toys, dolls, and dollhouses in “German Toys for America” and “A World Made Small.” Drop in and make a toy inspired by the antique toys in our exhibits.
Franz (film)
April 28 – 30
A film by Francois Ozon. In the aftermath of WWI, a young German who grieves the death of her fiancé in France meets a mysterious Frenchman who visits the fiancé’s grave to lay flowers. French/German with subtitles.
Busting Myths!
Tuesdays through May 30
Was the pineapple really the symbol of 18th-century hospitality? Were quilts really used as coded messages for the Underground Railroad? Were people shorter in the 1700s? Learn to discern truth, myth, and reality on this guided tour.
Early American Folk Hymns
April 25
Explore how early Americans celebrated their religious beliefs through music as they moved west and settled in the Appalachian Mountains. Timothy Seaman presents familiar and rarely heard tunes collected from the folk shape-note tradition, interpreted on hammered dulcimer, bamboo flute and voice.
A Town Without Time
April 25
Join the Reverend W. A. R. Goodwin as he conducts a visual tour of the transition of Williamsburg from a sleepy village to a restored national treasure. During the first four decades of the 20th-century, Williamsburg grew from Reverend Goodwin’s vision to magnificent reality. Meet the man, and hear the tales of the creation of a world-class museum.
Watermen’s Museum Presents Story Tellers
April 24
Story tellers come together at the Yorktown Story Slam every fourth Monday of the month to share their true personal tales about a monthly theme.
Quilt Exhibit at the Gallery at York Hall
April 1 – May 31
Celebrate Spring – Come and see beautiful handmade quilts by local quilters. In addition to the exhibit the Gallery will have a host of new and beautiful art, jewelry, pottery and much more for sale.
Live Music at Water Street Grille
April 28 & 29
Enjoy your evenings with great, live music at the Water Street Grille throughout the month. This week: Jackson Rousey Duo (Friday) and The Charlton Duo (Saturday). For details 757.369.5644 or visit the website.
Live Music at Yorktown Pub
April 28 & 29
Enjoy your evenings at the Yorktown Pub with live music and great food throughout the month. Full pub menu including fresh seafood. Live entertainment on weekends. Lunch and dinner overlooking the York River. This week: Ray Meeks Band (Friday) and TBA (Saturday).
Pirates Cove Now Open for the Season!
April
Pirates Cove adventure golf is a Pirate theme miniature golf place. We have two 18 hole courses that will take you over water to islands, and thru cascading waterfalls and thru mysterious caves into our mountain with dungeons and screaming pirates.
Printed, Painted, Stained and Dyed
Thursdays in April
Join a curator to learn about printed textiles for fashion and home on this interactive tour. How were printed fashions made in the 18th century? Discover some of the latest fashions for home back then.
I Am Not Your Negro (film)
April 17 – 30
Writer James Baldwin tells the story of race in modern America with his unfinished novel, Remember This House. Director, Raoul Peck envisions the book James Baldwin never finished -a radical narration about race in America, through the lives and assassinations of three of his friends: Martin Luther King Jr., Medgar Evers and Malcolm X. using only the writer’s original words. At the Kimball Theatre.
Printing Fashions
Mondays in April
Explore the exhibit “Printed Fashions” and learn about popular patterns and how they were made. Then design your own printed textile sample to take home.(1 hour). Entertaining and educational. At the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg.
Six Mead Sundays
Sundays
Try ALL SIX of our meads, instead of only four. Every Sunday. Mead tastings are always free. While you’re there, try a simple honey tasting for only $5 a person and shop our retail store!
For all events visit the Main Calendar (Visit Williamsburg).
To add your event to the Williamsburg Weekends and main event calendars, you must register for an account.
Williamsburg Weekends 