Mark Your Calendar for these May Events around Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown areas.
Updated by Chris Murphy
The month of May is full of fun and exciting events all across Greater Williamsburg. Whether you’re searching for family-friendly events, food and drink events, live music or free festivals, you’ll have plenty of options to choose. Be sure to pick up a goWilliamsburg Visitors Guide for even more events happening throughout the year.
Ongoing – June 22: Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Flavors are in full bloom this spring as Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival returns on Thursdays through Sundays from April 24 – June 22 plus Memorial Day. Explore over 150 international flavors at eighteen themed food and beverage locations throughout the park, including NEW menus inspired by Poland and China. With over 80 NEW specialty menu options, and exclusive wine and liquor tastings, every visit offers a new adventure for culinary explorers. Embrace your taste for thrills on The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge when it opens this spring. Then enjoy NEW live entertainment, award-winning shows, and world-class attractions as you journey through Virginia’s largest spring food and wine festival, only at the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park.
May 3: Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival in Yorktown
Sample dozens of local craft beers, dig into some amazing BBQ, and listen as some of the best Blues musicians in Hampton Roads take the stage at Riverwalk Landing.
Admission also gets you into the wine garden with limited tastings and more great music! Every year, the proceeds benefit the York Foundation for Public Education.
Click here to purchase tickets to the Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival.
May 3: 25th Annual Williamsburg British and Import Car Show
The 25th Annual Williamsburg British and Import Car Show promises to be a spectacular event for car enthusiasts and families alike! This year’s show will be held at the scenic Williamsburg Premium Outlet Mall, offering plenty of shade, restrooms, food trucks, and fantastic shopping opportunities.
Join us to admire a stunning array of British and import cars, ranging from classic models to modern marvels. Whether you’re a dedicated car aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone.
May 9: Mother’s Day Weekend
Flowers are always appreciated on Mother’s Day. But for that mom who loves being outdoors and having quality time with her kids, there’s no better gift than a weekend of camping and adventure at The Williamsburg Campground. Moms will be the guest of honor as we salute all their hard work with fun events and activities the whole family can enjoy.
May 10: Williamsburg Winery 5K/10K.
Come enjoy the scenic routes at Williamsburg Winery! Walkers are welcome to attend this event.
May 13: Sweethaven Bloom Season
Soak up some rays, inhale the fragrance of lavender on the breeze, cut your own bouquet to enjoy at home, and either pack your own picnic or pre-order one from us so that you can cast your cares away in our pastoral setting. Make your reservations to visit Sweethaven Lavender, a lovely setting for unwinding and creating memories. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/sweethaven-lavender/season7-2025
May 23-26: Memorial Day Weekend in Colonial Williamsburg
Join us over Memorial Day Weekend to explore America’s founding ideals and honor the men and women who died defending them.
Click here to read more about visiting Colonial Williamsburg.
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This article: Top May 2025 Events has been curated from our friends at Go Williamsburg and the original in it's entirety can be found here: https://gowilliamsburg.com/top-may-events/
