12/1/2011 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM December 1-31 - A Colonial Christmas
Yorktown Victory Center Holiday traditions of 18th-century Virginia are recalled through special interpretive programs. Hear accounts of Christmas and winter in military encampments during the American Revolution and glimpse holiday preparations on a 1780s Virginia farm. Yorktown Victory Center. Admission. $ (757) 253.4838
Cole Digges House (circa 1720), 411 Main Street
Carrot Tree in the Cole Digges House in Historic Yorktown announces the opening of the Wine Garden at Carrot Tree. The Wine Garden will be open every Thursday and Friday from 3:30 till 6:30 pm continuing till December 16th. Please join us on our covered terrace overlooking the garden for this end-of the-week retreat of relaxing beverages, appetizers and bushels of Virginia Peanuts. For more information please visit www.carrottreekitchens.com or call (757) 988-1999.
Yorktown Victory Monument and Riverwalk Landing
A tradition that began in 1945 continues with the Yorktown Christmas Tree Lighting. Evening highlights include a 7 pm performance by The Fifes and Drums of York Town at the Victory Monument, festive music at Riverwalk Landing, the procession of lights through the historic village, and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free. (757) 890.3500
Historic Main Street
Whether you are searching for a holiday gift for family, friends, or as a treat to yourself, you're sure to find it at the Christmas Market on Main. The market features arts and crafts, demonstrations, roasted chestnuts and hot cider, entertainment, and much more. Historic Main Street. Free. (757) 890.3500
Watermen's Museum (309 Water Street)
Colonial music, holiday crafts demonstration and sales, and opening of a new exhibit- "Traditions of Christmas" Watermen's Museum. Free. (757) 887.2641
Watermen's Museum (309 Water Street)
Enjoy oysters, clam fritters, clam chowder and a variety of beverages. Watermen's Museum. Admission. $ (757) 887.2641
Riverwalk Landing, 425 Water Street, Yorktown, VA
Festively decorated sail and power boats compete for "Best of Show." The Yorktown waterfront is bedazzled with holiday sights and sounds, including a spectacular floating parade of lights, caroling around a roaring beach bonfire, musical performances and complimentary hot cider. Yorktown waterfront. Free. (757) 890.4970
York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown, VA
Christmas is alive at York Hall where children and parents can visit with Santa Claus, enjoy some tasty treats, and shop for holiday gifts in The Gallery at York Hall. Cameras are encouraged. 301 Main Street. Free. (757) 890.4490
Cole Digges House (circa 1720), 411 Main Street
Enjoy a delightful high tea featuring; Silk Sachet Teas; Scones & Biscuits; Petite Quiche; Tea Sandwiches; Dessert Plates, and more. Please join us on Wednesdays, December 7th, 14th, 21st at the Cole Digges House (circa 1720), 411 Main Street. Reservations recommended. Seating is limited. Call for pricing and more information. 757-988-1999.
Grace Episcopal Church, 111 Church Street, Yorktown
A program of Celtic music focusing primarily on Irish traditional music inside Grace Episcopal Church. 111 Church Street. Free. (757) 890.4490
Riverwalk Landing, 425 Water Street, Yorktown, VA
Our Yorktown Market Days (8 am till noon) will offer unique items to the holiday season, in addition to the usual array of fresh produce, meat and seafood, baked goods, specialty cut flowers, quality art, and live musical entertainment provided by DJ Ron Herrick (playing Holiday Music) and much more awaits you at the Saturday morning market. Starting at 1:30 become a part of our Toyland Parade; jump in with a decorated a stroller or wagon, or even yourself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the guests and Mrs. Claus will host her own storytelling show. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will be leading the parade. As an added treat, the Polar Express will be chugging along through Riverwalk Landing. Free. (757) 890.3500. For more detailed information on Yorktown Market Days at the River, visit the Market Days website.
Riverwalk Restaurant 323 Water Street
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus, our special guests from the North Pole, for a kid-friendly breakfast. Experience the enchantment on the children's faces as they relay their Christmas wish list to Santa. Special treats for the kids. Riverwalk Restaurant, Yorktown waterfront. Seating is limited. Tickets Required. Admission. $ (757) 875.1522
Riverwalk Landing, 425 Water Street, Yorktown, VA
Decorate a stroller or wagon, or even yourself, and join in the 1:30 pm parade. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the guests and Mrs. Claus will host her own storytelling show. As an added treat, the Polar Express will be chugging along through Riverwalk Landing. All aboard! Riverwalk Landing. Free. (757) 890.3500
Cole Digges House (circa 1720), 411 Main Street
Christmas dinner at the Cole Digges House (circa 1720), 411 Main Street. Reservations recommended. Seating is limited. Call for pricing and more information. 757-988-1999.
Nancy Thomas Gallery, 301 Ballard Street, Yorktown, VA 23690
Want great way to celebrate Christmas and ringing in the New Year? Come and enjoy tasting our holiday champagnes with us at the Nancy Thomas Gallery. Free. 21 and over. www.nancythomasgallery.com For more information call 757.898.0738
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