Good Morning, Williamsburg Area!

It’s official! Look at your weather apps. Starting this weekend we are warm weather here on out! Bring on the sun baby! 🌞🌞

This week’s letter is packed full of live music and events - you definitely do not want to skip over this one!

Jefferson our mascot will take it from here. Enjoy!

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

This Week’s Top Stories:
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New Business Alert: Colonial Air Tours Coming Soon ✈️
Ready to see the historic triangle from a whole new perspective? Choose from several packages like the York River Flyby, Spirit of 1776: Colonial Williamsburg from the Air, The Ultimate Historic Triangle Experience, Colonial Aerial Ghost Tours, and more! Read More

Natural Playground at Williamsburg Regional Library to Open Soon 👧🏼👦🏻
Bring the kids and celebrate the grand opening of Williamsburg Regional Library’s natural playground on Saturday, April 25th from 1-4pm! It is sure to be a blast. Read More

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Upcoming Summer Camps!

Join the excitement this July at Green & Gold Volleyball Camps, hosted by the William & Mary Volleyball Staff! 

Designed for athletes of all skill levels, these camps offer elite instruction, skill development, and plenty of fun in a supportive environment.

Don’t miss our special Sunday afternoon Kids Clinic, perfect for elementary-aged players eager to learn the game. Camps will be held at the brand-new Greater Williamsburg Sports & Events Center, complete with a cafe, bar, wifi and kids play place - perfect for an afternoon out for the family! Visit the website for more information!

We hope you got it right! 😁 If not, better luck next week!

Take a look at some of the most popular listings this week! And make sure to use David Tortolini for your real estate needs - he is easily one of Williamsburg’s best.

Make sure to let David know you saw him in The Early Burg!

Sponsored by Busch Garden’s Williamsburg:

KIDS’ WEEKENDS | Fridays - Sundays, Ending April 19th

Celebrate spring at Busch Gardens Kids' Weekends! Enjoy shows, rides, kids' activities, and Power Rangers appearances April 18 - 19.
More Info Here

Other Local Events

Multiple Days

🎨 The Musical Swings - Temporary Art Installation | Williamsburg Community Building Lawn | Daily through May 17th

🎭 Williamsburg Players: The Revolutionists | Williamsburg Players | Apr 3-19
Intended for adult audiences. Use of strong language in this production. Tickets Required.


Thursday 4/9

🍉 Williamsburg Grocery Outlet Grand Opening | 208 Monticello Ave | All Day


Friday 4/10

🪴 Ray Ray’s Plants: Ribbon Cutting | Ray Ray’s Plants | 12-8pm


Saturday 4/11

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

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

👷🏾 Archaeology Opening Day | Historic Jamestowne | 9am-5pm

🛩️ Frostbite Fun Fly | Newport News Park Radio Control Club | 10am

👀 National Treasure Hunt’s Heist Night | Jamestown Settlement | 6-9pm | Tickets Required

🍺 Pilsner Invitational 2026 | Billsburg Brewery | 12-4pm

🧵 The Great American Birthday Quilt Reveal | Merchants Square | 12pm

🧓🏼 York County History Day | York Hall | 10am-4pm

🍺 Virginia Beer Company Turns 10: Birthday Celebration | Virginia Beer Company | 3-10pm


Sunday 4/12

🥳 2nd Sundays | 401 N. Boundary | 11am-4pm

♦️♣️ Cards, Boards & Brews | Alewerks Brewing | 4-7pm

🚙 1st Jeep Day | Voodoo Brewing | 1-5pm


Notable Upcoming Events

🥳 Campell Archaeology Center Grand Opening | Art Museum of CW | Apr 25-26

🍻 2026 Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival | Jamestown Beach Event Park | Apr 25 | Tickets Required

Event(s) of the Week, Sponsored By:

Thursday 4/9

🎾 Men’s Tennis vs. Delaware
Mackesy Tennis Center at Millie West Courts | 1pm | FREE ADMISSION

Saturday 4/11

🎾 Men’s Tennis vs. JMU
Mackesy Tennis Center at Millie West Courts | 12pm | FREE ADMISSION

Sunday 4/12

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

See other W&M Athletics here!

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Thursday 4/9
The Hound’s Tale | Scott’s Acoustic Showcase | 5:30-9:30am
Cook’s Burger Bar (Midtown) | Marc Alwine | 6-9pm
Voodoo Brewing | Open Mic Night | 6-9pm
Two Drummers | Mike Gombas Jr | 6:30-9:30pm
Cowboy Cactus | Karaoke | 7-10pm
Nickelknoff’s Pub | Open Mic Night | 7-10pm

Friday 4/10
Virginia Beer Company | Corey Pavlosky | 6-9pm
Alewerks | JP Experience | 6-9pm
The Corner Pocket | Cawson’s Coop Trio | 7-10pm
Stonehouse Grille | Cody Christian | 7-10pm
Cook’s Burger Bar (Lightfoot) | Elijah Righter | 7-10pm
Voodoo Brewing | Joshua Shane | 7-10pm
Nickelknoff’s Pub | Olde Virginia Company | 7-10pm
Cowboy Cactus | 9th Life | 8pm-12am
I Don’t Know Sports Grille | The Connection | 8pm-12am
Old School Cider House | Michael Bergamo | 5-8pm

Saturday 4/11
Alewerks | Nathan Lienard | 11am-2pm
Billsburg Brewery | Barry Manilow’s Wardrobe | 1-4pm
Virginia Beer Company | Various Artists - 10 Year Anniversary Celebration | 3-10pm
Revolution Golf and Grille | CK Music | 6-9pm
The Corner Pocket | Joe’s Day Off | 7-10pm
Longboards | John Spence | 7:30-10:30pm
Cowboy Cactus | Guilty Fixx | 8pm-12am
Nickelknoff’s Pub | Karaoke | 8pm-12am
Old School Cider House | David Wolfe | 4-7pm

Sunday 4/12
Cowboy Cactus | Various Artists - Fundraiser Event | 12-7pm
401 N. Boundary St | 2nd Sunday’s Returns - Various Artists | 11am-4pm
Frothy Moon | Sunday Unplugged | 11am-2pm
Voodoo Brewing | Hugh Spain Jazz Jam | 2-5pm
Billsburg Brewery | Circus Mutt | 3-6pm
Gloucester Brewing Company | Sounds of Spring Blues Series #1 | 3-6pm
Virginia Beer Company | Todd Murray | 3-6pm
The Fields Charles City | Stillhouse Junkies | 4-7pm
Old School Cider House | John Benjamin | 12-3pm
Old School Cider House | Jocelyn Oldham | 4-7pm