Top Reasons to Visit Williamsburg This FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND!

Fireworks Extravaganza "BOOM 'n JULY"
July 1 - 4
Busch Gardens is filling the sky with color July 1 - 4. Celebrate our country's birthday with four nights of patriotic fireworks after dark. Top off an exhilarating park visit with spectacular pyrotechnics seen from almost anywhere in the park. The Fireworks Extravaganza will start at 9:15 p.m. and is included with park admission. Guests can also make dinner reservations for a pre-fireworks buffet that includes reserved fireworks seating. Dinner seating begins at 8:15 p.m. in the Black Forest Picnic area located behind Das Festhaus. For more information, or to make dinner reservations, call (800) 343-7946.  Included with park admission.

30th Annual Independence Day Celebration at Yorktown
July 4, 4 – 10 pm
Celebrate July 4th where independence was won! This year's event honors the 30th Anniversary of the Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration with the theme, Let Freedom Ring. Activities begin at 8 am with the Independence Day 5K Run in the morning on the Battlefield Tour Road and continue at 4:00 pm in Historic Yorktown with live entertainment, children's fun center, concessions, an 8 pm patriotic concert, and a spectacular fireworks show.  Call 757-890-3500 for more information.

Independence Day at Colonial Williamsburg
July 4
The Declaration of Independence, drafted by Virginian Thomas Jefferson, was adopted July 4th, 1776. Celebrate the nation’s birthday with Fifes and Drums, militia parades, and Colonial Williamsburg's famous Historic Area fireworks.

Prime Outlets 4^th of July Sail
July 3 – 6
Frugal fashionistas …come celebrate top brands and dramatic savings during our July 4th Sale and  Mall -Wide Sidewalk Sale! Shop brand-name stores at up to 65% off retail price with additional markdowns you can’t pass up! It’s time to add some red, white and blue to your closet! Get the designer fashions you love at sizzling summer prices, only at Prime Outlets Williamsburg. 

4th of July Fireworks Sail on the Schooner Alliance
July 4
Sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of the Yorktown fireworks display while discovering the beauty and tranquility of the York River.  With awe inspiring nighttime views of the village streets and paths overlooking the river, your sail on board the Tall Ship Alliance will be a celebration to remember!  It’s the best seat in town to view the fireworks!  Visit the website for more information.

Liberty Celebration at Yorktown Victory Center
July 4 – 5, 9 am – 6 pm
Tactical drills, military exercises and role-playing demonstrations salute America during the Fourth of July holiday. Visitors can learn about the sacrifices of our nation's founders, including those who signed the Declaration of Independence. Included with cost of admission.  Call 888-593-4682 for more information.   

July 4th All-American Picnic Supper & Fireworks
July 4, 7:30 pm
Colonial Williamsburg’s All-American 4th of July picnic on the grounds of the Governors Palace includes performances by musicians, storytellers and balladeers and plenty of children’s games! A boxed supper of chilled picnic favorites and Williamsburg specialties is served from 7:30 - 9 pm, with fireworks at approximately 9:15 pm. This year’s ticket includes a special bonus -- a commemorative Colonial Williamsburg picnic blanket. For reservations or more information, call 800-447-8679 by July 1. Cost: $51 (adults), $25 (children 6 - 12).

4th of July Celebration and Semi-Annual Sale
at Yankee Candle
July 4 – 5, 1 – 4 pm
Come out to Yankee Candle Village and celebrate the 4^th of July with a petting zoo, live music by Stone’s Throw, games with Santa Claus, balloons and free giveaways.  Enter to win a drawing for a Yankee Candle Basket.  Save up to 75% with the store’s Semi-Annual Sale!  See website for details.   

U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band Concert
July 2, 7 – 8:30 pm
The Heritage America Band performs its annual Independence Day Concert on Merchants Square on Thursday, July 2 from 7 - 8:30 pm. Stay tuned because the band returns in August for its ever-popular series of four concerts in its home away from home. For more information, visit the website or call (757) 220-4670.

"Jefferson & Adams" at the Kimball Theatre
July 5 – 6, 7:30 pm
America’s second and third presidents take to the stage of Colonial Williamsburg’s Kimball Theatre for the ninth consecutive season of "Jefferson & Adams." The play tells the story of the turbulent 52-year friendship between Jefferson and Adams during the early days of the republic, extending through two wars with England, and closing with their fateful death (on the same day, July 4, 1826 - 50 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence). Visit the website or call 800-HISTORY for more information.  Cost is $12 (general admission) and $10 (seniors and students).

Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at Berkeley Plantation
July 4
Visitors can participate in the Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at Berkeley Plantation as well as enjoy strolls through the mansion's garden and more.

Outdoor Movies on Prince George Street
July 5, 7:30 pm
Sunday nights! All summer long, enjoy free outdoor movies on Prince George Street. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. NOTE: The movies begin at sunset (or a little after), so the times may vary. This Sunday, see JAWS.  See website for a complete movie schedule.

Ice Cream Social at the W&M Wren Courtyard
July 4, 4:30 – 7 pm
Come out and enjoy this good old fashioned 4^th of July celebration just before the fireworks!  Enjoy hot dogs, ice cream, cake, children’s games, raffles and just plain family fun.  Admission is free.  For more information, call 757-345-1219.

Presidents Park Concert Series
July 4, 7 – 10 pm
Presidents Park will be hosting a series of ten concerts over the summer.  Doors open at 6:30pm for the concert. Admission is free. Food and beverages will be available on-site for purchase. For additional information and a listing of the bands that will be featured, please visit our website or call 757-259-1121 ext 108.