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Mount Vernon

Feb 22, 2026

George Washington’s 294th Birthday Celebration on February 22.

Williamsburg

Feb. 27, 2026

Public Square Debate

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Gloucester County

Feb. 27 - Mar. 1, 2026

Virginia Musical Theater Presents 1776 The Musical

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James City County

Apr. 17 - 19, 2026

Revolutionary Rhythms Weekend

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for all events and celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of America's independence!

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Isle of Wight County, VA

Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex Walking Tour

April 11, 2026 — 2:00 PM–3:00 PM

Join this guided walking tour beginning at Boykin’s Tavern to explore the Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex and its evolution from the 19th century to today, including stories of its origins, notable events, and colorful tales of capers and duels.

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Norfolk, VA

Virginia International Tattoo

April 16 – 19, 2026

A Signature VA250 event, the Virginia International Tattoo is a large-scale international spectacle featuring military bands, pipes and drums, dancers, and performers from around the world, celebrating 250 years of American independence.

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Chesapeake, VA

An Evening with Benjamin Franklin

March 26, 2026

Join Dr. Benjamin Franklin as he discusses his journey from royalist to advocate for American independence, reflects on the pivotal year of 1776, and explores the meaning of the American Revolution—followed by audience Q&A. Tickets are $35 per person.

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Isle of Wight County, VA

God of the Tories: How British Clergy Made the Case Against the Revolution

March 21, 2026 — 1:00 PM–2:00 PM

In this lecture, John Ericson, Executive Director of St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum, explores sermons and writings from British and Loyalist clergy to examine how religious leaders argued against the American Revolution and what their perspectives reveal about the conflict.

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Hampton Roads & Eastern Shore

Sail250® Virginia: Goodwill Tour with International Fleet of Tall Ships

June 12 - 14 & 19 - 23, 2026

Witness a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250® America.

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Virginia (Statewide)

Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom & Community Across the Commonwealth

June 2026

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Hampton, VA

Fourth At The Fort

July 4, 2026

An all-day 4th of July event featuring the largest Fort Monroe family-friendly fireworks show to date! Come celebrate America Made In Virginia.

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Fort Monroe

African Landing Day Commemoration

August 2026

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Williamsburg, VA

250th Anniversary of Fifth Virginia Convention: Virginia’s Independence Day

May 15, 2026

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Virginia 250 Passport Program

Use the Virginia 250 Passport to chronicle your adventure, receive special discounts, and win prizes!

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Museum Experience

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About Eastern Virginia

Where America’s Story Begins

From the early settlements of Jamestown and Williamsburg to the coastal beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and the bustling port city of Norfolk, Eastern Virginia invites visitors to experience the foundation of our nation. Here, history lives alongside thriving waterfronts, cultural treasures, and maritime traditions—offering a journey through time in a region that shaped America’s identity.

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From its founding ideals to its leading figures, more of what made America happen, happened here in Virginia. Which makes Virginia the ideal place to learn about our nation’s beginnings, no matter what state you call home.

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