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Greater Williamsburg hosts an array of entertaining events all year long. From outdoor markets and live performances to food celebrations and holiday festivities, come join the fun!
2nd Sundays Art & Music Festival
March–December, Almost Year-Round
Head to downtown Williamsburg on the second Sunday of the month, March through December, and experience a family- and pet-friendly street fair, now in its 15th year, spanning six blocks with more than 180 artisans, musicians, performers and food vendors. Colonial Williamsburg. 2ndSundaysWilliamsburg.com
Williamsburg Farmers Market
2025 Regular Season: March 29–Dec. 20
Shop for locally grown produce and a wide selection of products from approximately 40 vendors on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon during the regular season, March through December. Also check out the winter markets on Saturday mornings in January and February. Merchants Square (Duke of Gloucester Street, between Henry and Nassau), Colonial Williamsburg. WilliamsburgFarmersMarket.com
Yorktown Market Days
2025 Regular Season: April 12–Sept. 27 and Select Dates October-December
Stroll the award-winning market by the York River offering seasonal produce, fresh seafood, handmade goods, local artwork and more. The regular season runs on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, April through September, plus don’t miss the special themed and winter markets. VisitYorktown.org/225/Market-Days
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
April 24–June 22
Taste internationally inspired cuisine and beverages at this beloved annual festival. Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. BuschGardens.com
July 4 Celebration
July 4
Join festivities celebrating the birth of our country including a lineup of fun activities full of history, music, fireworks and more. Colonial Williamsburg. ColonialWilliamsburg.com
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream
Sept. 5–Nov. 2, Select Nights
Brace yourself for frightful good times at Busch Garden during the Halloween season. Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. BuschGardens.com
National Pancake Festival
Sept. 27
Discover why some locals of the Historic Triangle consider Williamsburg, VA, the pancake capital of the world. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details about this inaugural event, which no doubt will become a new favorite!
Busch Gardens Christmas Town
Nov. 14, 2025–Jan. 4, 2026, Select Dates
Visit Christmas Town for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience featuring millions of lights as well as captivating shows and tasty treats. Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. BuschGardens.com
Grand Illumination
Select Dates in December
Experience Williamsburg’s ultimate holiday tradition, Grand Illumination, happening throughout December. The spectacular event features fireworks displays, musical performances and alluring decorations. Colonial Williamsburg. ColonialWilliamsburg.com
All dates and times are subject to change. Please call ahead or check online before attending.
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