• Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols

    Saint Bede Catholic Church 3686 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Join the Junior and Senior Choristers of the Saint Bede Youth Choir and the Saint Cecilia Choir in this beautiful candlelit service of choral music, Scripture readings, and traditional congregational hymns of the season. In this hectic and chaotic time of year, set aside this hour to immerse yourself in the music of the season...

    Free
  • WRL’s Dewey Decibel Concert: Peninsula Concert Band

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The Peninsula Concert Band will present selections from a broad range of band music that includes marches, contemporary show tunes, concert band versions of classical orchestral music, patriotic medleys, and traditional works for concert band. Free admission, no tickets required.

    Free
  • WRL’s Throwback Thursday: “A Gift from Bob” (2020) NR

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic and contemporary movies for an adult audience. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. A Gift from Bob (2020) NR A down-on-his-luck street musician faces a crisis when animal welfare authorities threaten to take away his beloved pet cat at Christmas. This sentimental...

    Free
  • Moving-with Climate Change – Seeking Research Participants:

    Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall 601 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Are you interested in movement and embodied expression? Are you interested in hearing people’s stories? The Department of Theatre & Performance at William & Mary is conducting research on how physical movement can enhance listening and connection to climate migrants’ stories. Participants will be compensated with a $15 Target gift card. We are looking for...

    Free
  • TAG – Teen Advisory Group (JCCL)

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first Thursday of the month to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required. Call 757-741-3300 for more information.

    Free
  • Recurring

    Jukebox Bingo at the L.A.B.

    Alewerks L.A.B. 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Looking for a unique way to unwind? Join us at the L.A.B. for Jukebox Bingo—a lively twist on traditional bingo that’s all about the music! Dance along to your favorite tunes, sip on refreshing Alewerks brews, and let the good times roll. It’s free to play, family-friendly, and full of chances to win awesome prizes....

    Free
  • Preschool Music Class with ECMS (JCCL)

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Join music educators from the Early Childhood Music School for an interactive morning of singing, moving, instrument playing, and more. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program.

    Free
  • Emancipation: The Contrasting Approaches of Great Britain and the American Republic (WL)

    Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This presentation will assess why Great Britain and the United States approached emancipation differently. In Britain’s case, the willingness of Caribbean sugar planters to accept the Government’s compensation offer derived from a conviction that liberalisation of the national economy was inevitable and would ultimately undermine the economics of West Indian sugar production. In the United...

    Free
  • Recurring

    First Fridays Recovery Service

    Bruton Parish Church 201 Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    SpiritWorks Foundation hosts this monthly recovery service with prayers and readings that focus on helping people find ways to live faithfully in the midst of any kind of suffering, especially addiction, codependence, mental illness, and trauma. Tears are welcome, joy is celebrated, and all are embraced exactly as they are. During the service participants may...

    Free
  • Mac Powell Concert Series

    Road Trip Opportunity Child Evangelism Fellowship of Virginia is thrilled to announce an inspiring December concert series featuring Mac Powell - former frontman of Third Day. The concerts will bring communities together across Virginia to celebrate faith, family, and the powerful work being done to reach children with the Gospel. Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in...

    $35
  • WRL’s Dewey Decibel Series – Higher Ground Jazz Band

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The Higher Ground Jazz Band is a foundation of professional and community musicians striving to offer the community and our audiences high quality performances from a variety of musical genres. From classic swing era jazz, all the way to modern video game music, the big band has something for everyone to enjoy! The band consists...

    $5
  • 2025 Annual Christmas Homes Tour

    Colonial Williamsburg 101 Visitor Center Drive, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Enjoy this Tour of 4 homes in the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area decorated for the holidays in late 18th century style by Green Spring Garden Club, Inc. and select local designers. Homes included on this year's Tour are 3 of the original 89 houses in the Historic Area and a home owned by one of...

    $40