Williamsburg This Weekend

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

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Good Morning, Historic Triangle!

We have an awesome fall weekend ahead for you all. Lots of great events and festivals around the corner! We love this time of year. 🍂🍁🍂🍁

A quick tax reminder for those who filed for extensions earlier this year, the tax deadline is quickly approaching! Need a tax professional? We’ve got you and included her information within.

Today’s Order: 
News🗞️, Trivia🤓, Real Estate🏠, Local Events🥳, Live Music🎤

Local News

Other news outlets have paywalls and subscription fees. Ours is free, as news should be. 😁👍

Top Stories This Week:

  • York County to Vote on 1% Sales Tax for Schools

  • New Business Open! Nothing Bundt Cakes

  • Platinum Country Artist Michael Ray Coming to the Triangle Next Weekend, 10/16

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Triangle Trivia

During the colonial era, the site of present-day Williamsburg was chosen for its strategic high ground between two major waterways. Which two rivers does Williamsburg sit squarely between?

There are lots of rivers around us, lets see if you know your geography well!

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Click the response you think is correct. We hope you get it right! 😁

Local Real Estate

Take a look at some of the most popular listings this week! And make sure to use David Tortolini for your real estate needs - he is easily one of the best in the Historic Triangle.

4 Bed 2 Bath 1,802 Sqft - $658,000
- Downtown Williamsburg on Richmond Road!
- Zoned for home or business!

4 Bed 2.5 Bath 2,200 Sqft - $525,000
- Cute Colonial
- Modern Touches

The Early Burg’s 2026 Historic Triangle Realtor of the Year! Why settle for less, when you can have the best!

Let David know you saw him in The Early Burg!

Local Events

Howl-O-Scream | Ends Nov. 1

Howl-O-Scream returns, taking over the entire park with haunted houses, terror-tories, sinister shows, and more! Unsuspecting horrors await the victims at every turn. Plus, guests can test their thrill threshold with 10 world-class coasters at night, offering a completely different ride experience!

Other Local Events


Multiple Days

👻 Spooktacular (Ages 9 & under) | Busch Gardens | Weekends before 5pm, ending Nov 1

🏛️ Virginia Council for the Social Studies Conference 2026 | William & Mary School of Education | 10/9 - 10/10 | 8am-3pm

🔥 Lighting of the Cressets | Colonial Williamsburg | Friday & Saturday | 6-9pm

🏡 Kingsmill Days: Three Day Event (all ages) | Kingsmill | Oct 9-11, Various Times | Info Here
For residents, guests, local businesses, and visitors! Music, sport tournaments, car show, chili cook-offs, family activities, and MORE!


Thursday 10/8

🤓 SpeedQuizzing Trivia Thursday! | Virginia Beer Co. | 6:30pm

🎵 Jukebox Bingo | Alewerks L.A.B. | 6-8pm


Friday 10/9

📚 Storybook Hour (all ages) | Muscarelle Museum of Art | 10:30-11:30am

🧑🏿‍🦱 African Baptist Meeting House Dedication | Colonial Williamsburg - African Baptist Meeting House and Burial Ground | 9-10am

🎨 Artists Gallery Sale | Jolene Family Winery | 5-8pm


Saturday 10/10

🛍️ Williamsburg Farmer’s Market | DoG Street | 8am-12pm

🛍️ Yorktown Market Days | Riverwalk Landing | 8am-12pm

🎃 Pumpkin Fest (all ages) | Alewerks | 2-9pm
Fall family fun! Games, pumpkins, vendors, food trucks, and more!

🎟️ Presidents Heads Evening Photo Shoot & Light Painting Workshop | Info & Tickets

🍺 Williamsburg Ghost & Taverns Pub Crawl (21+) | Mellow Mushroom | See Times & Get Tickets

🏃‍♂️ Fall Foliage Adventure Race | Jamestown Beach Event Park | 8AM (arrive 6am) | Register Here
Note: There are 15-hour and 5-hour race options which span paddling, biking, and trekking.


Sunday 10/11

🍽️ Fly Me to the Moon Dinner Series 2026 | 311 2nd St | 5-8pm | Tickets Here
Back by popular demand! Tickets going quick!

🥳 2nd Sundays Williamsburg - Art & Music Festivals | Downtown Williamsburg | 11am-4pm

Athletic Event of the Week, Sponsored By:

Thursday 10/8

⚽ Men’s Soccer vs Howard
Martin Family Stadium | 6pm
Tribe Men’s Soccer host the Howard Bison in a Throwback-Thursday match as we rewind to the very first clash of the two teams, dating back to 1996. Advance single game tickets are $12 and they are $14 at the gate!
Get Tickets!

Live Music

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Thursday 10/8
Cook's Burger Bar (Midtown) | Cook's Unplugged! | 6-9pm

Friday 10/9
Virginia Beer Company | Zack Salsberry | 6pm
Alewerks | Audio Portrait | 6-9pm
Silver Hand Meadery | Jazz Jam Session | 7-9pm
Berret’s Seafood | Dave Crumpler | 3-6pm

Saturday 10/10
Virginia Beer Company | Tom Euler | 6pm
Alewerks | Breaking Cover | 6:30-9pm
King of Glory Lutheran Church | Flute Frenzy | 2:30-3:30pm
Copper Fox | Ami Baker | 3:30-6:30pm
Holly Fork Farm | Joe’s Day Off | 12-3pm
Saude Creek Vineyards | Bryan Forrest Band | 2pm

Sunday 10/11
Virginia Beer Company | Mike Gombas Jr. | 3pm
Frothy Moon | Sunday Unplugged | 11am-2pm
Jolene Family Winery | Whiskey Bizness | 2pm
Holly Fork Farm | Sammy Lee | 12pm

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