Plan a vacation in Williamsburg, Virginia to experience a colonial holiday celebration.

The Christmas season in Colonial Williamsburg features an array of events, many of which highlight the way the holiday was celebrated in the 18th century.  The largest part of the Colonial Williamsburg celebration is The Grand Illumination, held in the historic area of Colonial Williamsburg from 4:45pm-7:00pm on December 4, 2011.  Musical performance on multiple stages and fireworks from three different locations make this event one of the most popular of the season. The musical performances will begin promptly at 4:45pm and the firework displays will take place at 6:15pm. The fireworks locations are the Palace, Magazine and Capitol.  Prior to the event, the day is filled with special concerts and caroling, special meals at the historic taverns, walking tours showcasing decorations and houses, and demonstration drills by the colonial militia.

Colonial Williamsburg Virginia hosts a variety of other events throughout December.  Some do charge admission, but generally it is a nominal amount.  One of the most popular events is the Revolutionary Ball, where participants learn the latest 18th century dance steps.  Another is Civil War Christmas, where guests are shown how families managed to get through the holiday during times of war.  The Christmas Home Walking Tour is also interesting, as visitors walk to several houses where performers stage vignettes showing how people from various classes celebrated the holiday.

Christmas Eve at Colonial Williamsburg is a special day, with a ceremonial firing of the muskets and canon, town tree lighting, and free entertainment at the Capitol. 

Purchase a Williamsburg vacation today to experience a colonial Christmas.