Williamsburg This Weekend

Thu, Jul 3 - Sun, Jul 6

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Good Morning, Williamsburg!

Zach here this week with a fun filled 4th of July weekend for you. Enjoy the weekend, have fun, and be safe everyone!

Today’s Order:
- The Lowdown (local news) 🗞️
- Local Trivia 🤓
- Local Events 🥳
- Local Real Estate 🏠
- Local Live Music 🎤

Let’s get into it. 🏃

The Lowdown 📰🗞️

New Virginia Laws Take Effect July 1st ⚖️
From stealing mail to seat belt requirements to cell phones in schools… Several new laws are now in effect across the state as a whole. See More

New World-Class, 9-Hole Par-3 Course Opens in Williamsburg
The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club opens a brand new 9-hole, par-3 course today, July 4th. The Early Burg was invited to play a round yesterday ahead of its public opening and let us tell you, JUST WOW! Definitely one you need to check out!
Learn more about the new course from our friends over at WY Daily. See More

Zebra, Camel, & Ostrich Races are Only 1 Week Away! 🦓
GET YOUR TICKETS (starting at $5) - Colonial Downs in New Kent will race exotic animals on Friday, July 11 between live thoroughbred horse racing; Kids and guests can meet and pet the animals prior to racing. See More

A Few Spots Remain at New Micro-School in Williamsburg (ages 5-8)🎒📚
Enlighten Christian Academy, a small micro-school, is opening in Williamsburg and has limited space remaining for this upcoming year! Class sizes of 9 or less allows each child to benefit greatly from increased attention. Micro-schools strive to provide the equivalent of a private school education, though are significantly more affordable.
(Mention ‘The Early Burg’ to get $50 off registration). See More

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A note from our local neighbor:

Choosing a realtor is the most important decision of buying or selling a home. David has served locals for over 15 years and has an excellent reputation in the community, backed by numerous awards received over the years.
- 4x ICON Agent by eXp Realty
- Multi-Year Platinum Award Winner from the Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors.
- The Early Burg 2025 Historic Triangle Realtor of the Year

Don’t wait, give David a call today at (757) 912-4440, or visit his website!

Williamsburg Trivia 🧐

The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club is a staple to Colonial Williamsburg. In what year was the course first opened?

Cool fact: Their Gold Course consistently ranks in the top 100 courses nationwide!

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Local Events!! 😁🎉 (things to do for all ages)

Multiple Days

🎢 Busch Gardens Military Appreciation Week | FREE ENTRY FOR MILITARY MEMBERS & FAMILY (4 passes) | Ends July 6th | More info

🎢 Busch Gardens Summer of Wonder | Ends July 31st | More info

🌊 AquaGlow at Water Country USA | Water Country USA | Ends July 19th | 8–11pm Select Nights | More info

Thursday 7/3

🍻 Beer Run Day | Alewerks | 12-9pm | More info

🎶 Merchant’s Square Concert Series: Fantastic Cats | Merchant’s Square | 6pm | More info

Friday 7/4

🎉 Independence Day Celebration | 8k/5k Run/Walk, Parade, Family Games / Kids’ Activities, Hot Dog Contest, Cupcake Decorating Contest, Live Music, Balloon Artist, Fifes and Drums of Yorktown, Fireworks Above the River, and so much more | Yorktown - Various Locations | 8am-9:15pm | More info

🌭 Dominion Dogs 2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest | @ Virginia Beer Company | 12-2pm | More info / sign up

💥 Williamsburg Lodge 4th of July Celebration | Williamsburg Lodge | Food, live music, lawn games, and more | 12-7pm | More info

🥳 A Patriotic Celebration | Hennage Auditorium - Arts Museum of Colonial Williamsburg | 3-4pm | More info

🫡 Salute to the States | Market Square North (behind Courthouse) | 10:30am | More info

📜 Declaration of Independence Reading | Capitol Circle - Colonial Williamsburg | 9:30am | More info

🪓 Axe Throwing: Liberty & Axes for All | Axe Republic - only $17.76 in honor of July 4th! | 5-10pm | More info

🎆 FIREWORKS: Lights of Freedom | Governor’s Palace - Colonial Williamsburg | 9:30pm | More info

Saturday 7/5

🍅 Williamsburg Farmers Market | DoG St | 8am - 12pm | More Info

🛍️ Yorktown Market Days | Riverwalk Landing | 8am - 12pm | More Info

🎭 An Evening with the Presidents | Kimball Theatre | 7pm | More Info

🍖 Blue, Brews, & BBQ | Alewerks | 12-10pm | More Info

🍺 Independence Day Smash Up! | Copper Fox Distillery | 12-7pm | More Info

🎢 Busch Gardens Concert Series: Honky Tonk Chicks | 7pm | More info

Sunday 7/6

💰 Bingo at the Brewery | Strangeways Brewing | 2pm | More info

🎺 Cabaret Auditions | Williamsburg Players | 7pm | More info

Notable Upcoming Events (mark your calendars)

🦓 Zebra, Camel, & Ostrich Races | Colonial Downs - New Kent | July 11th | More info

🛩️ 55th Anniversary AirShow | Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport | Sept 20-21 | More info

Did we miss anything? Is there something you’d like to see more of? Let us know by replying to this email. We are always looking for ways to improve! 😄 

Local Real Estate 🏠🏘️🏡

Take a look at some of the most popular listings this week!

4 Bed 2.5 Bath 2,568 Sqft - $625,000

3 Bed 2.5 Bath 2,148 Sqft - $439,900

The Early Burg’s 2025 Historic Triangle Realtor of the Year! Why settle for less, when you can have the best!

Live Local Music 🎙️🎵🎷🎸

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Thursday 7/3
Merchant’s Square Concert Series | Fantastic Cat | 6-9pm
Cook’s Burger Bar | 6-9pm
Two Drummers | Southern Hippie Society | 6:30-9pm
The Brass Tap | Open Mic Night | 7-10pm

Friday 7/4
Virginia Beer Company | 4th of July Jamboree | Various Artists | 12-9:30pm
Frothy Moon | Keeping Up with the Jones | 5-9pm
The Blue Heron Restaurant | Murfee’s Law | 7-11pm

Saturday, 7/5
Cooper Fox | Independence Day Smash Up | Various Artists | 12-7pm
Spoke & Art | Teacup Sallies | 12-4pm
Alewerks | London | 1-4pm
Virginia Beer Company | Brady Heck | 6-9pm
Cul’s Courthouse | Patrick Olivier | 6-9pm
Frothy Moon Brewhouse | Travis Morrison | 6-9pm
Alewerks | Bobby BlackHat Band | 7:30-10:30pm

Sunday, 7/6
Indian Fields Tavern | 1st Sundays | Various Artists | 11am-5pm
Berret’s Seafood and Taphouse | Dave Crumpler | 3:30-6:30pm

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