Williamsburg This Weekend

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

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Good Morning, Williamsburg Area!

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

This Week’s Top Stories:
Some local stories are behind a paywall, so we do our best to provide clear summaries.

The 2026 Virginia Derby to Occur This Weekend 🏇
The Road to the Kentucky Derby begins March 14th at The Virginia Derby, just up the road from Williamsburg. One of the LARGEST events of this kind in the area, you will not want to miss it! General Admission tickets only $5 and children under 5 are free! Read More

W&M Students Win National Ethics Bowl 🤓
In St. Louis, W&M students brought home the gold in a national ethics bowl! Read More

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Due to the city's strict architectural laws, a famous chain is located in a building that resembles a colonial revival chapel. W&M students now joke they are "going to church" when truly just grabbing a bite to eat. What chain are we referring to?

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Be sure to watch for things labeled MAJOR EVENT as those are highly popular and ones not to miss!

Multiple Days

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Busch Gardens | Mar 12-17
Note: member appreciation this weekend as well (12th-15th), bonus rewards for members

🎨 Abstract Expressionists: The Women | W&M Muscarelle Museum of Art | Through Apr 26th


Thursday 3/12

🎶 Jukebox Bingo | Alewerks Lab | 6-8pm


Friday 3/13

🎨 Paint & Sip | Alewerks Lab | 6-9pm

🍀 St. Precarious Day Party | Precarious Beer Project | 11am-11pm


Saturday 3/14

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

🛍️ Yorktown Market Days | Riverwalk Landing | 10am-2pm

🏇 (MAJOR EVENT) The 2026 Virginia Derby | Colonial Downs, New Kent | Gates open 10AM, first post at 12pm | Tickets required
Only $5 for general admission & kids under 5 go free

🐾 Fido Fest: Dog PAW-TY! | Jamestown Beach Event Park | 10am-2pm
Don’t miss the PAW-TY! This is a big family friendly festival featuring dog-friendly activities, games, and contests. Food, merchandise, and community vendors will also be onsite.

🦴 Fossil Frenzy Hike (all ages) | York River State Park | 10am-12pm

🎳 Pop-N-Play: Road Bowling (ages 8+) | Abram Frink Jr. Community Center | 10am-1pm
A unique twist on Ireland’s traditional bowling!

🛍️ B&T Yard Sale Event | Burnley & Trowbridge Company | 11am-3pm
Shop from vendors & the warehouse!

🛍️ Ford’s Colony Annual Spring Yard Sale | Warhill Sports Complex | 8am-12pm

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Bash | Alewerks Brewing | 1-9pm

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Silver Hand Meadery | 11am-8pm

🧷 Pin-Trading Event | Busch Gardens | 11:30am-1:30pm
Join for a special pin trading event in Germany at Prost Patio (across from Verbolten)!

 
Sunday 3/15

♠️ Cards, Boards, & Brews | Alewerks Brewing | 4-7pm
Laid-back, family-friendly game night!

Event(s) of the Week, Sponsored By:

Thursday 3/12

🤸‍♀️ Women’s Gymnastics vs Alaska
Kaplan Arena | 6:30pm | FREE ADMISSION
Senior day meet - help us honor our graduating seniors with a post-meet ceremony! Well also have free autographs with the entire team!

Saturday 3/14

🥍Lacrosse vs Drexel
Martin Family Stadium | 12pm | Gates open at 11am | FREE ADMISSION

🤸‍♀️ Men’s & Women’s Gymnastics Double-Dual vs Simpson College / Alaska
Kaplan Arena | 2pm | FREE ADMISSION
Celebrating 50 years of Tribe Gymnastics!


For additional sporting events (i.e., tennis, etc.), including a full schedule for this month, visit here!

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Thursday 3/12
Voodoo Brewing | Open Mic Night | 6-9pm
Two Drummers | Billy Joe Daniel | 6:30-9pm
Cowboy Cactus | Karaoke Night | 7-10pm
Nickelknoff’s Pub | Aaron Bemis | 7-10pm

Friday 3/13
Precarious Beer Project | Various | 11am-11pm
Virginia Beer Company | Damian Allen | 6-9pm
Stonehouse Grill | Nathan Lienard | 6:30-9:30pm
Corner Pocket | CK Music Bank | 7-10pm
Cook’s Burger Bar (Lightfoot) | Cook’s Unplugged! | 7-10pm
Revolution Golf & Grille | WOAH! (St Paddy’s Bash) | 7-10pm
Cowboy Cactus | Shannon and the Reunion | 8pm-12am

Saturday 3/14
Farmer’s Market | Talita | 8am-12pm
Indian Fields Tavern | Murfees Law | 4:30-7:30pm
Virginia Beer Company | Scott Varney | 6-9pm
Frothy Moon | Keeping Up with the Jones (St Patty’s Party) | 7-10pm
Revolution Golf and Grill | Michael Clark Band | 7-10pm
Cowboy Sports Grill | Slik Trick | 8pm-12am

Sunday 3/15
New Kent Winery | Last Chance Cowboys | 2-5pm
Virginia Beer Company | Johnny Cardigan | 3-6pm

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