End of Summer Events

The dog days of summer are here and that means the end of summer is just around the corner. Here are some upcoming events in and around Gloucester, Virginia, the greater Williamsburg area, and the Middle Peninsula.

Busch Gardens Summer Nights - Now until August 11th - Busch Gardens becomes a cooler place after dark during Summer Nights. Special entertainment, culinary experiences, fireworks, and a fun nighttime atmosphere will give guests a new reason to visit during summer evenings. Learn more - https://buschgardens.com/williamsburg/events/

Sounds of Summer Concert Series - Every Thursday enjoy a free concert overlooking the York River at Riverwalk Landing in Yorktown, VA. Bring your lawn chairs and coolers, and stay until the sun sets!

Upcoming line up:

July 18 Hotcakes Band

July 25 Strictly Bizzness

Aug. 1 Brasswind

Aug. 8 Slapnation

Aug. 15 Party Fins

Aug. 22 Soul Expressions

Aug. 29 Band of Oz

Democracy Weekend - July 27th & 28th - Jamestown Settlement’s “Origins of American Democracy” theme month culminates on July 27 & 28 with a special weekend of themed tours, interpretive programs and military exercises honoring the first General Assembly, the oldest legislative body in the Western Hemisphere, as 20 “burgesses” convened at Jamestown in 1619.

https://www.historyisfun.org/events/democracy-weekend/

Virginia Bier Fest at Busch Gardens - Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays - August 16th through September 2nd - More than 200 years of Oktoberfest traditions come to life this fall. Sample traditional German food, listen to live music, and experience all this unique Bavarian celebration has to offer. From hoppy to bold, we have a craft beer for you. Don't forget to try Virginia's local brews. Prost! https://buschgardens.com/williamsburg/events/beer-festival/