Good Morning, Williamsburg Area!

💥💥 MAJOR WEEKEND AHEAD!!! LOTS OF BIG EVENTS!!!

First, let us take a quick minute to announce some exciting developments. The Early Burg has seen exponential growth over the past couple of years and will soon be taking things to the next level given the tremendous support, including:

• Hosting Early Burg exclusive events that you DO NOT want to miss (we are excited to meet many of you!)

• Launching some awesome new aspects to our website

  • Free news, no paywalls

  • Full event calendar ran by the community, just submit an event and it will appear free

• And MUCH more!

I can’t give too many secrets away 😁, just know we are taking things to new heights!

IMPORTANTLY, this letter will never change and you can expect it every Thursday as usual. 😃 

We appreciate the tremendous support! 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:

The Beach Boys Return to Williamsburg!! 🎵☀️🏄🏼
Missed out last year? Had a blast last time and want to see them again? The Beach Boys return to Williamsburg, this time to Busch Gardens! Concert is FREE with park admission, but first come first serve. Seats will run out unless you specifically purchase a reserved spot! More Info / Buy Reserved Seats!

James City County Police Department to Host Community Open House 🚓
On Saturday, May 2, from 10am to 2pm, James City County locals will be able to experience the police headquarters in a rare way! This family-friendly open house features interactive demonstrations, equipment displays and a chance to meet the officers who serve our community. All ages welcome.

Colonial Williamsburg’s new Archaeology Center to Open This Weekend! ✂️🎀
The Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center will open to the public on Saturday, April 25 at 9 a.m., boasting 40,000 square feet of collection, research and education space dedicated to advancing archaeological research and deepening public engagement with Williamsburg’s rich history. Make sure to arrive before 9am to catch the ribbon cutting!

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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:

Food & Wine Festival
Thursdays - Sundays | April 23 - June 21

Explore over 135 international flavors at seventeen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park! With over 65 new specialty menu options, every visit offers a new adventure for culinary explorers.
More Info Here

Other Local Events

Multiple Days

🛍️ Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale | Merchants Square | Apr 24-26 | 10am-6pm Daily

🎶🍖 Revel at the River Music Festival & BBQ Brawl | Chickahominy Riverfront Park | Apr 24-25 | Tickets Here

🎭 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella | Kimball Theatre | Apr 24-26

🏴‍☠️🦜 Pirates Invade Yorktown Weekend | Riverwalk Landing | Apr 25-26 | 8am-3pm Daily | FREE

✂️🎀 Campbell Archaeology Center Grand Opening | Apr 25-26 | 9am-5pm

🎨 New Shows: Camera to Brush & Beyond | Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center | Apr 15 - May 29 | Wed-Sat 11am-3pm, Sun 1-4pm


Thursday 4/23 - Friday 4/24

Lots of multi-day events included in “Multiple Days” section above. Aside from what has already been listed, no additional notable events for these two days. See live music section for other alternatives!


Saturday 4/25

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

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

🎵 Beach Boys @ Busch Gardens!! | Tickets free with park admission | 7pm

🍻 2026 Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival | Jamestown Beach Event Park | 1-5pm

🎨 Fresh Views Youth Artmaking Workshop | American Revolution Museum at Yorktown | 10am-1pm (created by and for teens!)

🛝 Natural Playground Grand Opening | JCC Library | 1-4pm

🎤 American Idol Meet & Greet: Aubrie Camp | Williamsburg Premium Outlets | 10am

🚗 5th Annual Truck and Car Show | Colonial Downs Racetrack | 9am-3pm


Sunday 4/26

🎨 60th Annual Art on the Square | W DoG St | 10am-5pm

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


Notable Upcoming Events

🙏🏼 4th Annual National Day of Prayer | City Square Park | May 7 @ 6pm

🌼 Mountain Laurel Day: Laurels in Bloom | York River State Park | May 9th | 10am-3pm

Sponsored By:

Griffin’s Kids Club!
Calling all young Tribe fans! Registration is now open for the 2026-27 edition of Griffin's Kids Club! Members get in free to the Griffin's Kids Club football, men's & women's basketball, and baseball game days as well as all men's and women's soccer matches.

Open to everyone ages 12 & under, the 2026-27 Griffin's Kids Club membership packet includes a temporary tattoo, lanyard, pencil, credential, and T-shirt! Membership packets can be picked up at GKC home games or can be mailed out if unable to pickup in person.
Enroll Now!

Football Season Tickets
The 2026 edition of William & Mary Football ushers in a new era. Join the Tribe in Zable Stadium this season as we host non-con opponent Delaware State and 5 Patriot League opponents including Fordham, Holy Cross, Georgetown, Lafayette, and Bucknell.
Season Tickets

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Thursday 4/23
Cook’s Burger Bar (Midtown) | Nathan Lienard | 6-9pm
Voodoo Brewing | Open Mic Night | 6-9pm
Two Drummers | Matt Holloman | 6:30-9:30pm
Cowboy Cactus | Karaoke | 7-10pm
Nickelknoff’s Pub | Open Mic Night | 7-10pm

Friday 4/24
Virginia Beer Company | Stella Haile | 6-9pm
Alewerks | Hangar 09 | 6-9pm
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | JP Experience | 6-9pm
Stonehouse Grille | Nathan Lienard | 6:30-9:30pm
Revolution Golf and Grille | Bad Habit | 7-10pm
Cook’s Burger Bar (Lightfoot) | Mike Gombas Jr | 7-10pm
The Corner Pocket | The Connection | 7-10pm
Cowboy Cactus | Crossing James Band | 8pm-12am
Old School Cider House | Chris Kelce | 5-8pm

Saturday 4/25
Copper Fox | Brandon Musko | 3:30-6:30pm
Murdoch’s (Ford’s Colony) | Manhattan Affair | 5-8pm
James Landing Grille | Nathan Lienard | 5-8pm
Indian Fields Tavern | Skinner Box | 6-9pm
Virginia Beer Company | Damian Allen | 6-9pm
The Corner Pocket | Michael Clark Band | 7-10pm
Cowboy Cactus | Sweet Remedy | 8pm-12am
Old School Cider House | Michael DeMoss | 4-7pm

Sunday 4/26
Frothy Moon | Sunday Unplugged | 11am-2pm
Virginia Beer Company | Jason Cale | 3-6pm
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | Chip Hale | 5-8pm