Colonial Williamsburg in December?

[Tickla]

Can anyone tell me if early Dec. is a good time to go? We go to Charleston, SC this time of year, but have never been in the VA area in winter--is everything still operational? Is it worth the cost or will we miss out on alot of attractions? Thanks!

 

[GoodFairies]

Here are some things I found going on in and around Williamsburg:

December 2009

Friday, December 4
Yorktown Celebrates Christmas in Yorktown, Va
Don't miss the all American Christmas celebration in Yorktown, Virginia, located just 15 miles east of Williamsburg.

Sunday, December 6
Grand Illumination at Colonial Williamsburg in Williamsburg, VA
The skies over Colonial Williamsburg will be illuminated in light for the annual Grand Illumination event.

Saturday, December 12
Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival near Williamsburg, VA
Celebrate the holiday season at the Olde Town Holiday Music Festival in Portsmouth, Virginia near Williamsburg.

Thursday, December 31
First Night Celebration in Williamsburg, VA
More than 50 acts, from African dance to swing orchestra, will be showcased throughout the night of Williamsburg's First Night Celebration.

On-Going December Events:

Thursday, January 1 - Thursday, December 31
The Nelson Touch at Mariner's Museum in Newport News, VA
There are some who wish they had gone to sea.

Tuesday, December 1 - Sunday, January 3
A Colonial Christmas at the Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory Center in Williamsburg, VA
From the first "American" Christmas celebration held by English colonists still sailing towards the new land in 1606 to a look at the average traditions of a 1780's Virginia farmer, A Colonial Christmas is an interesting look into America's history with the holidays.

 

[lovetoscrap]

There are some events that will not be going on, but they also lower the rates to account for that. You will still be able to get most of the high points-- the Governer's mansion, the Capitol, and most of the great shops. There is also one weekend that they do a fireworks show/kick off for Christmas. I think it is earlier than that though. And it is really nice to see the natural Christmas decorations.


ETA: Opps, I see that Grand Illumination is on the 6th. That will be VERY crowded. It is a huge event.

 

[Tickla]

Wow--thanks for the great info! Sounds like a fun vacation spot!

 

[ajk912]

Weather-wise the first two weeks of December should be fine. Winter doesn't hit till January/February here, so early December should just have 55/60 degree days unless we are having unseasonably cold weather.