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5 Fun Things to Experience at the Yorktown Admirals Game

Do the cold winter months leave you bored with nothing to do? If so, we’ve got the solution to fix those doldrums! For the second year in a row, Yorktown is taking to the ice! The Norfolk Admirals are bringing a piece of the historic town to the rink at 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, when the team will transform into the Yorktown Admirals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk.

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4 Simple Ways to Support York County Businesses

The season of Cupid, candy, and carats is right around the corner, and we’ve got the perfect way for you to show some L-O-V-E to your favorite local businesses.

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How to Personalize Your Visit to Yorktown in 2026

In 2026, travel becomes personal in Historic Yorktown. As the nation commemorates America’s 250th anniversary, there’s no better place to create a vacation that’s as meaningful as it is memorable. During this milestone year, Yorktown offers something truly special: the chance to experience where American independence was secured, while enjoying the comforts and charm of a modern coastal town. That’s why we’ve made it easy to book, plan, and personalize your visit to Historic Yorktown throughout 2026—your way. 

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History Meets the High Seas at the Sail Yorktown Festival

The countdown begins for an unforgettable adventure at the Sail Yorktown Festival, an official SailVirginia℠ 2026 Affiliate Harbor event! From June 12–14, 2026, witness breathtaking tall ships and military vessels as they grace the York River. Throughout the weekend, the Barque Picton Castle, Jamestown Settlement’s Godspeed, Colonial Seaport Foundation’s Luna, and the Schooner Alliance II will be at the Riverwalk Landing Piers. Join us for FREE deck tours, living history exhibits, artillery demonstrations, kids’ activities, and live entertainment. Be sure to mark your calendars for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, when the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra will perform a powerful and patriotic concert at the Yorktown Victory Monument.

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