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During the spring and summer there are quite a few Williamsburg events that are fun for the family but not a drain on the wallet.
Most of these activities take place outside to take advantage of the nice Virginia weather.
These events are publicized but mostly for locals. By adding some of these fun family activities to your itinerary you can "pump up" the fun without increasing the cost of your vacation.
Most of them are free or very inexpensive.
Click here to find out about a great kids summer art program.
May is Bike Month!
All of May is devoted to bikers. (The kind that pedal!) There are rides planned for everyday of the month.
The Three major rides are scheduled for
- May 3rd - "Pedal the Parkway"
- May 10th -"5th Annual Capital to Capital Century & Half Century"
- May 18th -"Children's bike ride"
There are smaller evening rides scheduled for most weekdays. They all explore different trails or have a different theme.
There is something for every level of biker. Most of the rides are casual and the leaders promise that no one will be left behind.
Not going to be here in May?
Don't fret you can still take advantage of some biking activities.
- July 5th-Bike and Talk program at New Quarter Park.
There are four different rides being sponsored as well as safety tips and information on how to enjoy the great outdoors on a bike.
Fruit smoothies are going to be served after the bike and walk to celebrate the 4th!
- July 12- Upper County Park Ride
The registration fee includes maps, lunch and entrance to the pool at Upper County Park.
You can get the registration form for this ride at any of the local bike shops or at the Williamsburg James City County Community Center.
To see the complete schedule for Bike Month click here.
Free Movies!
During the summer, one of our favorite fun family activities is to spend Sunday evening enjoying a FREE outside movie!
Prince George Street is closed to traffic, a HUGE screen is set up and a movie is shown!
The movies are all free to anyone who wants to show up. Bring a chair and enjoy.
There are yummy food choices from ice cream at Baskin Robbins to Coffee at Aromas. Want to find out about more Williamsburg restaurants click here.
Bring a blanket or a folding chair to be more comfortable.
The Schedule:
- Sunday, June 15- The Bourne Identity
- Sunday, June 22- SHREK
- Sunday, June 29- Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory!
- July 6: Hairspray
- July 13: Batman
- July 20:A Night at the Opera - The Marx Brothers
- July 27: Harry Potter: Order of the Phoenix
- August 3: Spiderman 2
- August 10: When Harry Met Sally
- August 17: The Pink Panther
- August 24: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
- August 31: Amadeus
Are your kids younger? Click here to find out about FREE kids movies.
Click here to find out about free concerts in Yorktown Virginia
Williamsburg Farmers' Market
Every Saturday morning from 8:00am until 12:00pm there is a Farmers' Market held at Merchants Square.
Back when Williamsburg was the Colonial Capital it was also the place for markets.
This more modern farmers' market features local and regionally produced healthy foods.
Every Saturday there is a different chef featured as well as music and lots of fun.
The food is out of this world and it is always a fun way to spend a Saturday morning.
Lake Matoaka Summer Concert Series
Every FRIDAY Night from June 13 to August 22, 2008(except July 4)there is a great concert at the beautiful Lake Matoaka outdoor amphitheater located on the campus of William & Mary.
The concerts are from 6:30-10:00 PM
Adults $6 - Kids 12 & Under Free
You are allowed to bring a picnic with you but no beverages. They sell beer,wine and non-alcoholic beverages for you to enjoy.
If you bring your kids don't miss the special kids' activity area. These activities are weather dependent and may vary on different concert evenings.
Tickets may be purchased at the gate. Since it there is no refund or exchange for bad weather I would check the weather before leaving home!
Schedule:
June 13th- MILE MARKER 24
June 20th- THE ENGLISH CHANNEL
June 27th- BORDERLINE CRAZY
July 4th- *NO CONCERT*
July 11th- SNACKBAR JONES
July 18th- BUTTER/BOOTYLICIOUS
July 25th - RAY PITTMAN PROJECT
August 1st- BAMBU STATION
August 8th -BEN PHELPS PROJECT
August 15th-THE RHONDELS WITH AMMON THARP
August 22nd -SLAPWATER
There are many fun family activities in Williamsburg that are fun for the family if you look in the right places. Don't miss a great opportunity to spice up your trip. For more fun family activities check this out!
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