Throughout the year, the Historic Triangle delights visitors and residents alike with myriad cultural events. From the fine arts to the performing arts, the Williamsburg area is home to a variety of art galleries, festivals, dramatic productions and musical concerts. From the Virginia Shakespeare Festival and the Virginia Symphony to An Occasion for the Arts and First Night, thousands are entertained with annual performances and events.

Resort Activities: October, November and December

Colonial Movie Nights
PG-13 and children’s movies complete with popcorn and beverages.

Karaoke Night
Try out your singing voice or just enjoy the music, games and family fun.  Poolside

Bingo Night
10 games of bingo with prizes and cash jackpots

Winery and Aleworks Tours

Williamsburg Area Activities

OCTOBER 2009 Jamestown and Bermuda: Virginia Company Colonies October 1-15, 2009 Bermuda, settled in 1609, is the focus of a 400th anniversary exhibition that also explains governmental, religious and trade connections between England’s second permanent colony in the New World and its first – Jamestown. Exhibition illuminates Bermuda’s unique character, strategic location and historic forts. More info Blink 182 & Fall Out Boys Concert October 2, 2009 Concert at Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheatre, Virginia Beach, Virginia. 757-368-3000 Admission Laser Light Nights October 10, 2009 Incredible state-of-the art laser system splashes brilliant high-color LED laser light all across the entire surface of our dome. Different bands featured each month, Abbitt Planetarium at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, Virginia 757-595-1900 Admission ZOSO – Led Zeppelin Tribute October 16, 2009 Legendary 70’s band Led Zeppelin comes to life through the seound and visdual effects of Zoso, a tribute band founded in 1995 that has played over 1700 performances. The National, Richmond, VA. Admission Yorktown Day Commemorative Events October 19, 2009 Every year since the British surrendered, there have been patriotic observances held in Yorktown on the anniversary of the surrender. The modern day observance traces its roots to 1922, when the Daughters of the American Revolution began an annual wreath-laying ceremony. Activities and events all day in Yorktown including re-enactment of the surrender of the British army at the National Park Service Visitors Center, Yorktown, VA. Costume Design Center Open House October 20, 2009 Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Colonial Williamsburg’s costumed interpretation. View costumes and accessories and go behind the scenes with the designer, tailors and craftspeople at the Costume Design Center. Disney on Ice: 100 years of Magic October 23-25, 2009 Ice show at Richmond Coliseum, Richmond, VA Admission NOVEMBER 2009 16th Annual Couples Golf Tournament November 2-3, 2009 Play Colonial Williamsburg’s award-winning Golden Horseshoe golf course. Two- person teams will consisit of one man and one woman playing a best ball and captain’s choice format. Coules will play the Gold Course on Monday, Nov. 2 and the Green Course on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Call 757-220-7696 Admission Foodways in the 18th Century: Bringing Virginia’s Bounty to the Royal Governor’s Table November 8-10, 2009 Learn About the very best of dining in early Virginia featuring the culinary arts and dining customs of the colony’s most prestigious households. 800-603-0948   NOVEMBER 2009 (continued) Veteran's Day November 11, 2009 Colonial Williamsburg honors America’s Veterans with a procession down Dke of Gloucester Street. The parade culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums and speakers from the past and present. Charlton’s Coffeehouse Opens November 20 , 2009 Built on its original foundations with 18th century construction techniques and in compliance with modern building codes, the newest exhibition site in the Historic Area will reflect its role as a gathering place for the politically connected as well as for the society ambitious. Foods & Feasts of Colonial Virginia November 26-28, 2009 Three-day event beginning on Thanksgiving Day. Learn about typical soldiers’ fare during the American Revolution and trace the bounty of a 1780’s farm from field to kitchen. Yorktown Victory Center. Admission DECEMBER 2009 A Colonial Christmas December 1-31, 2009 Holiday traditions of 17th and 18th century Virginia are recalled through special interpretive programs. Hear accounts of Christmas and winter in military encampments during the American Revolution ad glimpse holiday preparations on a 1780s Virginia farm. Yorktown Victory Center Admission Colonial Williamsburg’s Holiday Season December 1-31, 2009 Nothing quite compares to spending the Christmaws season in Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. Special programs, dining, entertainment, events for children and more are waiting to enchant guests who came to enjoy a magical season they’ll not soon forget. 1-800-447-8679 Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade December 5, 2009       Decorated in holiday spirit, area boaters parade the York River in competition for “Best of Show”. Waterfront events, musical performances in the glow of a beach bonfire. Yorktown Waterfront. 757-890-4970 Free Grand Illumination December 6, 2009 In the 18th century, illuminations were sometimes held to commemorate the birth of the reigning sovereign. Today, Colonial Williamsburg’s Grand Illumination celebrates the winter holidays. Musical performances on multiple stages and fireworks launched from three locations usher in the season with a bang. Free American Girl Doll Day: Afternoon Tea with Samantha December 6, 2009 See vintage Victorian serving pieces while discussing period manners and etiquette. Create your own calling card and Christmas ornament while enjoying afgternoon tea and a tour of the Mansion on Main. Mansion on the Main, Isle of Wight County, VA. 800-365-9339 Registration required. $5 fee. Christmas Tree Lighting December 24, 2009 Colonial Williamsburg and the Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg co-sponsor the lighting of an evergreen on Market Square. Following the tree lighting, the Historic Area glows in the light of candles lit by community and guests. Request a holiday planner for a detailed listing of events of the holiday season in Colonial Williamsburg. 1-800-447-8679