Take In the season
WE HAVE IT ALL
Fall brings a special kind of magic to Williamsburg, where vibrant foliage and crisp air enhance the charm of this historic destination. Colonial Williamsburg comes alive with golden leaves and seasonal decor, offering a cozy backdrop for living history experiences. The cooler temperatures are perfect for strolling through historic streets, exploring nearby plantations, or enjoying outdoor dining in Merchants Square. With harvest festivals, ghost tours, and scenic drives along the Colonial Parkway, autumn offers the perfect blend of history, beauty, and family-friendly fun.
Howl-O-Scream
Sept 5th – Nov 2nd
Busch Gardens® Howl-O-Scream® returns this fall, taking over the entire park with five haunted houses, six terror-tories™, four sinister shows and more. Unsuspecting horrors await their victims at every turn. Plus, guests can test their thrill threshold with 10 world-class coasters at night, offering a completely different ride experience.
Invitational Car Show
Sept 14th
17th Annual Williamsburg Invitational Car Show Returns September 14 – Featuring Four-Passenger Convertibles, taking place Saturday, September 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along historic Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg.
This year’s theme showcases 50 outstanding examples of four-passenger convertibles — foreign and domestic — from the 1900s through the 2020s. This unique collection celebrates over a century of open-air motoring and timeless design.
Harvest Festival
Sept 20th
Join us for this fun, fall annual tradition which draws families back year after year! Exciting FREE kids’ activities including face painting, hayrides, arts and crafts, inflatables, live bluegrass music, and more! And don’t miss our scarecrow stuffing attraction, SCARECROW ROW ($) back by popular demand. First-come, first-served while supplies last. Local merchandise ($), food ($) and community vendors will also be on site. All Ages! $10/vehicle.
Bush Gardens Bier Fest Brews & BBQ
Aug 1st – Sept 1st
Toast to summer’s end at the Busch Gardens® Bier Fest Brews & BBQ, Virginia’s largest craft beer & BBQ festival. Treat yourself to over 80 craft brews & cocktails from 60 breweries, including 39 local Virginia favorites, and indulge in 38 specialty BBQ dishes across the park.
Bush Gardens Mardi Gras
Fridays – Sundays + Presidents’ Day, Jan. 24 – Mar. 9
Let the good times roll with food, cocktails, entertainment and live music – Mardi Gras style!
Yorktown Market Days-Valentine’s Day Winter Market
Love will be in the air at our Valentine’s Day Winter Market at Riverwalk Landing!
Shop your favorite vendors and artists that sell locally grown, produced, and uniquely crafted products. Pick up flowers, artwork, desserts, and other sweet treats that your special someone is sure to adore.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bush Gardens
March 13 – 17
The festivity continues as Irish spirit, luck and celebration fill Killarney village.
Wine and Food Festival at Bush Gardens
April 24 – June 22
Embark on a culinary adventure from cork to fork with over 150 international flavors as you indulge at Food & Wine Festival locations. From Virginia to Africa, the festival will take guests on a savory, sweet and scrumptious trip across the globe.