Unless you operate a discount store, you’re probably thinking “Christmas? It’s not even Thanksgiving yet!” Truth is, if you want mix it up this year with an unusual Christmas vacation, it’s time to start thinking about tickets and hotel rooms. These things can sell out.
History buffs and anyone who lives the Christmas spirit should plan a visit at least once in their life to Colonial Williamsburg at Christmastime. The popular recreation of American colonial life fights through the winter cold with dazzling lights, authentic programming and a warm smile to guests of all ages. There are a number of festive events to build a vacation around.
Christmas Homes Tour
December 5, 2009
Select Houses throughout Historic Area
Tour the historic homes of Colonial Williamsburg at their most splendorous. Five houses have been decked with traditional 18th-century Christmas decorations, the exact way historians believe Williamsburg colonists would have decorated their homes 250 years ago. Don’t forget to ask them what’s up with the pineapple. Learn more.
The Grand Illumination
December 6, 2009
Throughout the Historic Area
A Christmas kick-off party of light, sound and merriment. A live Fife and Drum brigade and costumed troupe provide entertainment leading up to the captivating illumination. Flickering candles come alight in every window, and three simultaneous firework displays crack the sky. This magnificent spectacle is always one of the highlights of the Christmas season. Learn more.
A Clean Comedy Christmas
December 18, 2009
Kimball Theatre
My wife is a stand-up comedian, so we’d have to stay away from this one, but for you non-industry folk, A Clean Comedy Christmas is a kid-friendly, G-rated comedy and musical show with lots of laughs to stuff in your stocking. The night’s acts come from all over the country and each brings a unique style to the stage, even if it is woefully clean. Learn more.
Christmas Tree Lighting
December 24, 2009
Courthouse on Duke of Gloucester
All are welcome to this beloved Christmas Eve tradition. The festive tree lighting ceremony is followed by a passionate telling of the story of Williamsburg’s very first Christmas tree. If it wasn’t time for presents before, it’s definitely time now. Learn more.
That’s just a quick selection in a sea of workshops, history tours, seminars, ghost walks and all kinds of daily fun. View the master schedule.
Williamsburg, VA Hotel
When looking for a Colonial Williamsburg, VA hotel, we recommended the Crowne Plaza Williamsburg at Fort Magruder. You can literally walk to Colonial Williamsburg from the hotel, and they’re currently offered a duo of holiday packages. Check out the Williamsburg vacation packages.
*Christmas events at Colonial Williamsburg may carry an additional ticketed cost. Please review schedule carefully before planning your trip.
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Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg – Hotel and Events
Unless you operate a discount store, you’re probably thinking “Christmas? It’s not even Thanksgiving yet!” Truth is, if you want mix it up this year with an unusual Christmas vacation, it’s time to start thinking about tickets and hotel rooms. These things can sell out.
History buffs and anyone who lives the Christmas spirit should plan a visit at least once in their life to Colonial Williamsburg at Christmastime. The popular recreation of American colonial life fights through the winter cold with dazzling lights, authentic programming and a warm smile to guests of all ages. There are a number of festive events to build a vacation around.
Christmas Homes Tour
December 5, 2009
Select Houses throughout Historic Area
Tour the historic homes of Colonial Williamsburg at their most splendorous. Five houses have been decked with traditional 18th-century Christmas decorations, the exact way historians believe Williamsburg colonists would have decorated their homes 250 years ago. Don’t forget to ask them what’s up with the pineapple. Learn more.
The Grand Illumination
December 6, 2009
Throughout the Historic Area
A Christmas kick-off party of light, sound and merriment. A live Fife and Drum brigade and costumed troupe provide entertainment leading up to the captivating illumination. Flickering candles come alight in every window, and three simultaneous firework displays crack the sky. This magnificent spectacle is always one of the highlights of the Christmas season. Learn more.
A Clean Comedy Christmas
December 18, 2009
Kimball Theatre
My wife is a stand-up comedian, so we’d have to stay away from this one, but for you non-industry folk, A Clean Comedy Christmas is a kid-friendly, G-rated comedy and musical show with lots of laughs to stuff in your stocking. The night’s acts come from all over the country and each brings a unique style to the stage, even if it is woefully clean. Learn more.
Christmas Tree Lighting
December 24, 2009
Courthouse on Duke of Gloucester
All are welcome to this beloved Christmas Eve tradition. The festive tree lighting ceremony is followed by a passionate telling of the story of Williamsburg’s very first Christmas tree. If it wasn’t time for presents before, it’s definitely time now. Learn more.
That’s just a quick selection in a sea of workshops, history tours, seminars, ghost walks and all kinds of daily fun. View the master schedule.
Williamsburg, VA Hotel
When looking for a Colonial Williamsburg, VA hotel, we recommended the Crowne Plaza Williamsburg at Fort Magruder. You can literally walk to Colonial Williamsburg from the hotel, and they’re currently offered a duo of holiday packages. Check out the Williamsburg vacation packages.
*Christmas events at Colonial Williamsburg may carry an additional ticketed cost. Please review schedule carefully before planning your trip.
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