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City of Williamsburg Awarded Grant for African American Heritage Trail The City of Williamsburg has been selected to receive a Commonwealth History Fund grant from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC), recognizing the...

Video of the 2018 Williamsburg Virginia Christmas parade.

Another historically significant ship sailed into Riverwalk Landing at 1:30 this morning! Nao Trinidad, a square-rigged replica built in Spain in 2018, will be stationed in Yorktown from Friday, Oct. 28 – Sunday, Nov. 6....

A Personal, Snark‑Friendly, Flavor‑Packed Guide to Every Booth, Bite & Beverage Welcome to the Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s 2026 Food & Wine Festival, where the park hands you a tiny plate, a cocktail, and the confidence...

  The Musical Swings are landing in Williamsburg this spring, ready to turn the lawn of the Williamsburg Community Building into a full‑on symphony of people trying to remember how to swing without looking awkward....

Colonial Williamsburg announces special programs to recognize indigenous people. Colonial Williamsburg has announced a series of special programs to commemorate National Native American Heritage Month. Programs will range from local tales involving slavery and freedom to...

Preschool Easter Chocolate Workshop • Ages 3-5 (with parent/guardian) Saturday, March 23, 10-11:30 a.m., $20 James City County Recreation Center Get ready for Easter by making these fun, Easter-themed chocolates. Learn to use candy molds, dip marshmallows...

The full beauty of Christmas in Williamsburg Virginia was on display when First Lady Betty Ford used ornaments from Colonial Williamsburg as the center theme for decor in the 1975 White House's Christmas decorations....

Early March in Williamsburg, Virginia sees two things: daffodils and plenty of local and national music acts performing at bars, restaurants and outdoor patios. Find all the best events in the Williamsburg Local Music...

Join Williamsburg, Virginia Parks and Rec. for a fun-filled day as the beloved Harvest Festival returns with exciting new features and all your favorite traditions! Save the date: Saturday, September 20, from 11 a.m....