Community Calendar
2026 Home for the Holidays
12:00 AM
The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce's Military Affairs Committee is proud to present Home for the Holidays. In partnership with the Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Marine Corps Security Force Regiment, and Coast Guard Training Center ...
January Live Music at VOODOO BREWING WILLIAMSBURG
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
January Line up of the wonderful local musicians. Check out our Facebook for times and dates and performers.
2026 Pre-Session Legislative Forum
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Hear from the Greater Williamsburg General Assembly Delegation.
NAMI Williamsburg Family 2 Family Course
6:30 PM
NAMI Williamsburg is excited to offer an in-person Family-to-Family Course starting Thursday, January 8, 2026! This FREE 8-week class is designed to support family members and friends of those living with a mental health condition. You will: Gain a ...
FREE - Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) - Youth Training
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Colonial Behavioral Health - Prevention Services is proud to offer a FREE Mental Health First Aid – Youth training on Monday, January 12 from 9 am – 5pm, lunch is provided. Registration is limited to 15 individuals. To register go to: ...
Tables of 8: Chicken Salad Chick
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Tables of 8: Lunch & Balance: Giving Back Without Burning Out
Coffee Talk: Planning to Age at Home
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Continuing Care at Home (CCaH) programs are expanding nationwide, offering aging adults more options to remain independent in the place they love—home. Join us to learn about the CCaH program serving our local community and how it supports older ...
Business After Hours at Synergy HomeCare
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Us for Business After Hours at Synergy HomeCare on Thursday, January 15th from 4-6pm
2026 Last Word Comedy Festival
The Last Word Comedy Festival returns to Williamsburg, Virginia January 29-February 1, 2026! Join us for four days of shows, workshops, and receptions featuring improv and stand up comedy acts from around the country. Featured acts include "Whose Live ...
PickleBall for Education
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join Us for Our New Pickleball Tournament for Education Feb. 7th at the Picklr!
Yorktown Market Days – Valentine’s Day Winter Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Browse a heartwarming selection of locally grown, crafted, and curated goods from your favorite vendors and artists. From fresh flowers and decadent desserts to handmade art and sweet surprises, you’ll find the perfect gift to say “I love you.” In ...
York County Restaurant Week
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Local restaurants are serving up exclusive menus and tasty discounts that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Whether you’re craving seafood, pasta, or something sweet, this is your chance to explore the best bites in town—without the dishes. ...
FREE - Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) - Youth Training
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Colonial Behavioral Health - Prevention Services is proud to offer a FREE Mental Health First Aid – Youth training on Monday, February 23 from 9 am – 5pm, lunch is provided. Registration is limited to 15 individuals. To register go to: ...
Women's Business Council Bingo Night, Presented by Accent on Travel
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Women's Business Council Bingo Night is back! Join the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council for a fun-filled evening of bingo, networking, and prizes! When: Wednesday, February 25th, 4-6 PM Where: Precarious
Yorktown Market Days – Winter Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Shop a cozy collection of locally grown and crafted goodies—think fresh-baked breads, gourmet chocolates, homemade candles, and more. Even your pup can get in on the fun with artisan dog treats! If the weather’s frosty, Yorktown Market Days will move ...
Summer Job Fair
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Looking for a fun summer job? Attend the annual James City County hiring event to join the award-winning Parks & Recreation team where we offer competitive salaries and flexible schedules. Supervisors will be onsite for same day interviews. For more ...
Concert: Thomas Jefferson, Life and Liberty
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Thomas Jefferson: Life and Liberty Sat - Mar 7, 2026 - 2:30pm EST W&M Concert Hall 551 Jamestown Road Williamsburg, VA 23185 From Todd Frazier's Jefferson oratorio, adapted by the composer for soprano, tenor, actor, violin, and piano. Hear an ...
Yorktown Market Days – St . Patrick’s Day Winter Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
From golden baked goods and rainbow-colored art to magically delicious chocolates and more, our vendors are bringing the charm. If it rains, we’re not green with envy—we’re just moving Yorktown Market Days to the lower level of the Water Street ...
Fido Fest
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Grab the leash and head to the park with your furry friend for a fun time! Family and dog-friendly activities, entertaining demos, games, contests, fabulous food ($) and community vendors will also be present. $5/car (cash or check only).
2026 National Civics Bee: Regional Event Presented by the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The GWCC is partnering with the Civic Trust, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host the Greater Williamsburg Regional stage of The National Civics Bee.
Yorktown Market Days – Winter Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the changing seasons with a stroll through Riverwalk Landing, where your favorite vendors will be offering everything from fresh soups and baked goods to handmade candles and local art. If the weather’s moody, Yorktown Market Days will move ...
Summer Camp Fair
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
James City County Parks & Recreation and Williamsburg Families will partner again this year on this one-stop shop for families planning summer activities! From sports, dance, arts, day camps and overnight camps, special interest and MUCH MORE! There ...
Bike the Bridge
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join James City County in the Bike the Bridge event. Starting location is mile marker 0 of the Virginia Capital Trail and includes various lengths of 15, 25 and 50 mile routes. Light refreshments at rest stops, a T-shirt and lunch are provided with ...
Yorktown Market Days – Go Green & Garden Market
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This event will also feature the second annual Yorktown Plein Air, where artists paint live, capturing our scenic beauty in real time. In case of inclement weather, the market will move to the lower level of the Water Street Parking Terrace. The ...
Yorktown Market Days – Sister Cities French Market
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Local vendors will bring a touch of Paris to the waterfront, serving up classic French fare, fresh-baked bread, and charming market finds. Sip, shop, and sway to the sound of French music as you celebrate our connection to Port-Vendres, Yorktown’s ...
Yorktown Market Days – Pirate Invasion Market
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Shop, sing, and set sail for adventure at Yorktown Market Days’ Pirate Invasion Market. While you browse for treasures like fresh produce, handmade crafts, and sweet treats, keep your eyes peeled for mischievous marauders roaming the waterfront. ...
Pirates Invade Yorktown Weekend
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Visit the pirate encampment, watch blacksmith and cannon demonstrations, sing along to sea shanties, and join the hunt for buried loot. It’s history, hijinks, and high-seas fun all in one unforgettable weekend. In case of inclement weather, the market ...
Yorktown Market Days – Pirate Invasion Market
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Enjoy a plunderful day of shopping for fresh produce and pastries at Yorktown Market Days’ Pirate Invasion Market. However, beware because those swashbucklers and scallywags may be roaming Riverwalk Landing during this special extended market. Shop, ...
Deirdre Roesch
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Landlubbers of all ages, prepare to be boarded! The Pirates Invade Yorktown Weekend returns, bringing tales and treasures from the 17th and 18th centuries. Visit the pirate encampment, watch blacksmith and cannon demonstrations, sing along to sea ...
8th Annual Avalon Classic Golf Tournament
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Avalon Center's 8th annual golf tournament benefitting our mission and the survivors we support. We will again be on the Blue Heron course at Ford's Colony and will have dinner and awards after play completes.
Boots, Brews & BBQ
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
It’s time for Yorktown’s tastiest hoedown on the waterfront. Sip your way through 30+ craft beers, savor smoky barbecue, and dance the day away to live country music. It’s a little bit twang, a whole lotta flavor, and 100% good times.
Art at the River Juried Art Show
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The 13th annual Art at the River showcases more than 35 local artists—from painters and potters to photographers and jewelers—all vying for the coveted People’s Choice Award. The free, accessible Yorktown Trolley will be running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ...
Yorktown Market Days – Vintage Market/Car Show on Main Street
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Browse the Vintage Market at Riverwalk Landing for antiques, collectibles, and upcycled gems, then make your way to Main Street to admire a lineup of stunning classic cars that shine like new. Shop, stroll, and soak up the nostalgia—it’s the perfect ...
Annual Opera in Williamsburg Dinner Concert and Fundraising Auction and Paddle Raise
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Annual Opera in Williamsburg Fundraising Dinner Concert: Live Auction and Paddle Raise OIW Artists in Performance. Choice of entre, table service. Join your friends at a beautiful three-course dinner, served at the table at the elegant Colonial ...
Opera: The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast, with orchestra and with period costumes. See details and tickets at https://www.operainwilliamsburg.org
Opera: The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast, with orchestra and with period costumes. In the original Itallian with English supertitles. See details and tickets at https://www.operainwilliamsburg.org
Opera: The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast, with orchestra and with period costumes. In the original Italian with English supertitles. See details and tickets at https://www.operainwilliamsburg.org
Bike MS: Colonial Crossroads
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
On May 30–31, 2026, as many as 500 cyclists from across the region will come together for Bike MS: Colonial Crossroads, a premier cycling experience hosted by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This signature event fuels critical progress in ...
Opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta (East Coast premiere)
7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Live fully-staged opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta. With world-class cast and with orchestra and period costumes. In the original language (English and Spanish), with English supertitles. See details and tickets on our website, ...
Opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta (East Coast Premiere)
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Live fully-staged opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta. With world-class cast and with orchestra and period costumes. In the original language (English and Spanish), with English supertitles. See details and tickets on our website, ...
Opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta (East Coast premiere)
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Live fully-staged opera: Zorro! by Hector Armienta. With world-class cast and with orchestra and period costumes. In the original language (English and Spanish), with English supertitles. See details and tickets on our website, ...