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Good Morning, Williamsburg!

Nathan here! As Zach mentioned last week, The Early Burg just celebrated its first anniversary. When we started this, we never imagined it would grow so quickly, but here we are. And the best part? We’re only getting started! We’ve got some exciting things on the horizon that we can’t wait to share with you. Happy reading!

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

Let’s get into it. 🏃

The Lowdown 📰🗞️

Rocco’s Smokehouse Grill Seeks Support for Employees After Fire 🔥
Rocco’s Smokehouse Grill launched a GoFundMe campaign to support its employees after an August 12 fire forced its temporary closure. Although no one was injured, the restaurant is exploring alternative outreach—like hosting outdoor events in its parking lot using its smokers—as it figures out how to move forward Learn More

New Businesses Opening Up in Williamsburg 📈
Burgers on the Edge + many other businesses are opening up in the Williamsburg area. Check it out! Learn More

Williamsburg to Host Pancake Festival 🥞
Visit Williamsburg is celebrating the area as the “pancake capital” with a month long September festival, including a ticketed pancake tasting and kids’ Pancake Lab on Sept. 26, followed by outdoor events like the Sausage Dog Sprint and World Pancake Eating Championship on Sept. 27. The festival also debuts the Pancake Trail, an interactive pass letting visitors explore local breakfast spots for special deals and rewards. (Since you have to pay for the article you can see the Facebook post here or view the article)


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Major Upcoming Event!
 
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! Come and enjoy aerial performances, family-friendly attractions, and come meet Zach and I at our very own booth!

FIRST EVER Airshow in Williamsburg! Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport, which has proudly served the local community for decades, will host Williamsburg’s first-ever airshow— a celebration of aviation, family, and local pride.

The event will feature 11 incredible aerial performances, including thrilling aerobatics, historic warbirds, and skydivers from across North America. On the ground, guests of all ages can enjoy a wide variety of family-friendly attractions, from the Aero Adventure Zone to classic aircraft displays and more.

This promises to be one of Williamsburg’s premier events of the season and one not to be missed.

Tickets Here!

Williamsburg Trivia 🧐

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

Multiple Days

🎢 Busch Gardens Bier Fest Brews & BBQ | Weekends only, Fri-Sun | Ends Sep 1 | More info

Thursday 8/21

🎲 Bingo at the L.A.B. | Alewerks Taproom | 6-8pm | More info

♦️ Speedquizing | Virginia Beer Company | 6:30-8:30pm | More info

Friday 8/22

🎬 Dive-in Movie: JAWS | Windy Point Pool | 7:pm | More info

🎉 End of Summer Bash | Wilkinson Family YMCA | 5:30pm | More info

🍴3rd Annual Food Truck Festival and Concert | Williamsburg Community Building | 5:30 - 10pm | More info

Saturday 8/23

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

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

🐶 Wiener Dog Racing | Colonial Downs | 1:30pm | More info

🍦 Scoop Up Summer Party | Toano Flower Field | 1 - 4pm | More info

🌺 Luau & Lagers | Frothy Moon | 3 - 9pm | More info

🎸 The Fighting Jamesons Infinite Summer Spectacular | Billsburg Brewery | 7pm | More info

🥖 Sourdough Workshop | Rockahock Campground | 1:30pm | More info

💜 Taylor Swift Party | Tabitha Sewer Studio | 5 - 7pm | More info

🤠 Cannon Country Fest 2025 | New Kent Winery | 6:30 - 9:30pm | More info

Sunday 8/24

🎥Merchants Square Summer Movie Nights: HOOK | Merchant’s Square | @Sunset | More info

🎒 Back to School Bash | Williamsburg Presbyterian Church | 12:30 - 2:30pm | More info

🌻 Sippin' & Sunflowers Workshop | Saude Creek | 2 - 3:30pm | More info

🧘 Free Community Yoga | [Body Balance Yoga | 3 - 4pm | More info

Notable Upcoming Events (mark your calendars)

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!

Live Local Music 🎙️🎵🎷🎸

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Thursday 8/21
Cook’s Burger Bar | 6-9pm
Two Drummers | Clayton Perry & Kudlz | 6:30-9pm
Cowboy Cactus | Karaoke Night (Weekly) | 7-10pm
Brass Tap | Open Mic Night w/Nadia Koz (Weekly) | 7-10pm

Friday 8/22
Virginia Beer Company | Jimkata | 7-10pm
Billsburg Brewery | John Spence | 7-10pm
Highway Pizza | Karaoke Karla | 7-10pm
Strangeways Brewing | Open Mic | 7-9pm
Brass Tap | Teacup Sallies | 7-9pm
Culs Courthouse | Nash Angels | 7-10pm
YROC Bar & Grill | Local Strays | 8-10pm

Saturday 8/23
Copper Fox | Ben Phelps Project | 3-6pm
Frothy Moon | Luau & Lagers | 3-9pm
Culs Courthouse | Murfee’s Law | 7-10pm
Daddyo’s Tavern | James River Misfits | 7-10pm
Billsburg Brewery | Fighting Jamesons | 7pm

Sunday 8/24
Frothy Moon | Sunday Morning Unplugged | 11am - 1pm
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | The Blue Guitar | 12-3pm
Billsburg Brewery | Chris Ride | 3-6pm
Virginia Beer Company | Wyatt Baldwin | 3-6pm

Thank You!

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