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The Governor's Thanksgiving Dinner

Enjoy delicious à la carte entrées and a bountiful dessert buffet in a charming candlelit dining room.
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Join us for the Holidays

This holiday season, give a gift that will last a lifetime, and maybe many more—create a Colonial Williamsburg tradition. Between Thanksgiving and the first weekend in January, choose from hundreds of holiday dining, program, and music events—including many that highlight coffee, chocolate, and hospitality to celebrate Charlton’s Coffeehouse opening. ’Tis the season to experience the Historic Area’s rich traditions and exquisite decorations and enjoy this romantic interpretation of Christmas two centuries ago. The options to build special memories here are endless. And remember, with your visit, you’re also giving back, by helping to support The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.


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26Thursday, November 26, 2009

  • A Tavern Thanksgiving

    Type: Christmas dining, Special Dining Event. Location: See reservation ticket for location

    First celebrated in Virginia in 1619 at Berkeley Plantation, the Thanksgiving tradition continues at three of our historic dining taverns with a bountiful feast.

    Christiana Campbell’s--$54.95 adults, $19.95 children. Reservations required

    King’s Arms--$54.95 adults, $19.95 children. Reservations required

    Shields--$54.95 adults, $19.95 children. Reservations required  

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    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    11:00 7:30

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  • Thanksgiving Day Feast

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Holiday Events, Special Dining Event. Location: Williamsburg Lodge

    Gather your family around one of our tables for a Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings.

    Williamsburg Lodge, Virginia Room. Seatings 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

    Cost: $54.95 adults, $24.95 children. Reservations required

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    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    11:00 4:00

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  • The Governor's Thanksgiving Dinner

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family. Location: Williamsburg Lodge

    Enjoy delicious à la carte entrées and a bountiful dessert buffet in a charming candlelit dining room. Children can enjoy selections from their own menu.

    Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant; reservations recommended

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    4:30 9:00

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27Friday, November 27, 2009

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:30 9:45

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  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:45 10:00

    View description for program duration.

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    9:00 10:15

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28Saturday, November 28, 2009

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:30 9:45

    View description for program duration.

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:45 10:00

    View description for program duration.

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    9:00 10:15

    View description for program duration.


29Sunday, November 29, 2009

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:30 9:45

    View description for program duration.

  • Breakfast with Citizens of the Revolution

    Type: Christmas dining, Christmas family, Special Dining Event. Location: King's Arms Tavern

    Share a delicious breakfast and thoughtful conversation about the excitement, uncertainty, and tension of the period with Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents at the King’s Arms Tavern.

    $22.95 adults, $15.95 children. Reservations recommended.

    Come back soon to view event menu.

    Call 1-800-544-3417 to make dining reservations.

    8:45 10:00

    View description for program duration.

NOTICE: All events and exhibits listed on the calendar are subject to change. Call 1-800-HISTORY for reservations and check the daily program schedule upon arrival.