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All Month

IllumiNights
Through August 21
Busch Gardens
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RevQuest Interactive Alternate Reality Game
Through August 31
Colonial Williamsburg
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Amazing Butterflies
Through September 5
Virginia Living Museum
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New Town Summer Concerts
Thursdays, 6 pm
See website for schedule
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Yorktown Market Days
Saturdays, 8 am - 12 pm
Riverwalk Landing
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Williamsburg
Farmers Market

Saturdays, 8 am - 12 pm
Merchants Square
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Movies on Prince George Street
Sundays, Dusk
See website for schedule
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USAF Heritage of America Band Concerts

Tuesdays, 6:30 pm
At Riverwalk Landing
Wednesdays, 7 pm

At Merchants Square

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Harry & David Samplings
Sat - Sun, 12 - 5 pm
Williamsburg Premium Outlets
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Opus 9 Offerings
Various Times
Offering valet parking Mon-Fri at lunch! 10 Under 10 Menu (Mon-Sat, 11am-2:30pm); Recession Fighter Menu (Sun-Thu, after 4).

August 1 - 7

"Tools of the Trade" Theme Month Begins!
August

Implements used in colonial Virginia for farming, fishing, hunting and more are examined at Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center. 

Virginia Tax Sales Holiday
August 5 - 7
Enjoy tax free shopping on clothing and footwear under $100 on top of every day savings of 25% - 65% at designer and name brand outlet stores.  At Williamsburg Premium Outlets. 

General George McClellan's 1862 Civil War Headquarters at Harrison's Landing
August 2, 9 - 11 am
This special Civil War Tour takes you through the life and times of the union soldier at Berkeley Plantation.  Reservations required at 888-466-6018. 

The First Ladies: From Martha Washington to Mamie Eisenhower
August 5, 3:30 pm
Local author discusses how the early presidents' wives were decidedly different from their modern-day counterparts.  At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum.

Tuesday Evening Seminar at the Virginia Living Museum
August 2, 6 pm
This month: Butterfly Basics!  Cost is $7 for non-members and $5 for members.  Register at 757-595-9135.  See website.

Back-to-School & Fall
Preview Sale

July 28 - August 1
Don't miss this annual sale!  Enjoy extra savings on top of our everyday savings of 25% to 65%.  At the Williamsburg Premium Outlets. 

Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach Music Concert Series
August 4, 6:30 pm
This week: L.P. and Company!  Don't forget to bring your dancing shoes as the Colonial Shag Club will again provide lessons! 

Kensington School Garage Sale
August 6, 8 am - 12 pm
Featuring toys, books, jewelry, purses, children's clothes, household items, furniture and more! Call 757-645-2047 for more info.  Located at 3000 Easter Circle.

August 8 - 14

Butterfly Kisses and More at the Virginia Living Museum!
August 13, 6 pm
Free events begin at 6 pm and include a Butterfly Kissing event, live animal program, butterfly stories, games, music and more!  See website for complete info.

Teachers Open House at Colonial Williamsburg
August 12 - 14
Free single-day admission for teachers (with teacher ID, union ID card, or school's letterhead) -- plus discounts for family and friends.  See website or call 800-228-8878 for complete information. 
Family Tours at Jamestown Settlement
August 11, 9 am - 12 pm
Spend the morning at Jamestown for a fun, unique experience the entire family can enjoy! See website for details.  Space is limited so call 757-253-4939 for reservations.   

Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach Music Concert Series
August 11, 6:30 pm - LAST WEEK!
This week: The Original Rhondels!  Don't forget to bring your dancing shoes as the Colonial Shag Club will again provide lessons! 

Second Sundays Festival of Art & Music
August 14, 3 - 6 pm
Located on Prince George Street, be sure to enjoy this free street festival with visual and performing arts.  Click the link to visit the event's Facebook page for details.

The First Ladies: From Martha Washington to Mamie Eisenhower
August 12, 3:30 pm
Local author discusses how the early presidents' wives were decidedly different from their modern-day counterparts.  At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum.

Bridal Showcase at Two Rivers Country Club
August 14, 12 - 4 pm
Two Rivers Country Club is hosting its Annual Bridal Showcase, featuring its facilities, services and gourmet foods.  Free.  Call 757-258-4610 for RSVP. 

August 15 - 21

Celebrate Butterflies
August 20, 11 am - 4 pm
Enjoy beautiful live butterflies, amazing migration stories, butterfly gardening tips, special activities and more!  Companion program to the Amazing Butterflies exhibit.  Virginia Living Museum. 

25th Anniversary Celebration - Trip to NYC!
August 20
Join Oleta for their 25th Anniversary as they travel to NYC! Enjoy a short driving tour of the city and all day shopping. Cost is $25 per person. See website. 

Monarchs in the Garden
August 20, 10 - 11:30 am
A "Learn and Grow Educational" program presented by the Williamsburg Botanical Garden.  Located at the Ellipse Garden in Freedom Park.  757-880-1893. Check us out on Facebook, too!

Commedia del-Arte: The Tragic Events
August 16 - 17, 9:30 am
Guest high school performers recreate Commedia del-Arte w/ masks, improv and authentic lunatic humor!  At the Play Booth Theatre in Colonial Williamsburg. 

Poisoned Dwarf
August 21, 5 - 7 pm
A program of Celtic music focusing primarily on Irish traditional music.  In the churchyard of Grace Episcopal Church in Yorktown.  757-890-4490
Butterfly & Bug Brunch
August 20, 10 am - 12 pm
Come bug out with us at the Virginia Living Museum!  Games, activities and more! $20/non-members, $15/members.  Register: 757-595-9135. 
Spicy Hot Rod Nights at Chick-fil-A
August 20, 5 - 8 pm
Car lovers from the area can come to the restaurant to show off, swap ideas and stories and enjoy a friendly evening with good food. Chick-fil-A at Mooretown Road.
Family Tours at Jamestown Settlement
August 16, 9 am - 12 pm
Spend the morning at Jamestown for a fun, unique experience the entire family can enjoy! See website for details.  Space is limited so call 757-253-4939 for reservations.   

August 22 - 28

Busch Gardens Live Concert Series
August 27 - 28, 7 pm
This week: Pat Benatar w/ Neil Giraldo!  Concert included with park admission. In the Royal Palace Theatre.  See website for details.  

Spirit Works/York River State Park Recovery Rocks 5K
August 27, 7 - 10 am
Course covers asphalt and hard packed dirt trails. For more info call 757-564-0001 or email.

Colonial Market Fair and Militia
August 27, 9 am - 1 pm
Colonial music, crafts, sales and naval living history demonstrations.  At the Watermen's Museum in Yorktown. 757-887-2641

Next month is Arts Month!  Be sure to check the Williamsburg Arts website for featured artists, events and more!
The Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance
421 N. Boundary Street | P.O. Box 3495 | Williamsburg, VA 23187-3495
800-368-6511 | 757-229-6511 | Email