March 11, 2026 

Ongoing Action Items

Verena Wolff with German Press Agency

August 24 - 26, 2025

Visit Williamsburg and Virginia Travel Corporation (VTC) will host international journalist Verena Wolff and her daughter from August 24 - 26, 2025. Verena writes for the German Associated Press and will focus on the 250th anniversary.

Planning is underway for Virginia’s Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan. The stakeholder engagement survey is open through this Thursday, July 31st. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey here.

We invite you to be part of a special commemorative project for Williamsburg’s 250th anniversary. Submit your quilt square and tell us your story, one stitch at a time! For more details, click here.

Visit Williamsburg is excited to launch our upcoming Pancake Pass marketing initiative for September, and we’re looking for local restaurants that serve delicious pancakes and other breakfast favorites to be part of it! We’re inviting restaurants and cafes to showcase their best morning dishes and any special offers, discounts, or featured menu items. In addition, we’re including affordable hotel packages and exclusive deals to help visitors enjoy the full Williamsburg experience.  Please submit your pancake /breakfast deals, hotel packages, discounts, and special deals to us.

HMP Properties is proud to announce the official opening of the Spark by Hilton Williamsburg Historic Area, bringing Hilton’s newest premium economy brand to the historic charm of Virginia’s Colonial capital. The hotel is now welcoming guests at 201 Bypass Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185, offering a refreshed and reliable stay for modern travelers.

Information on Williamsburg 250 events, happenings, and hotel packages will be used in media pitches, social media content, and in The WilliamsBLOG. To participate, please send a description of your offerings, along with images via email to Emma Schmitz.

7/22/25 –  The 13 Best Outdoor Water Parks in the U.S. for Summer Thrills (TRIPinfo)

7/22/25 – Where History Meets Hospitality for Meetings (ConventionSouth)

7/23/25 –  The Bucket-List Pancake  House In Every U.S. State For An Unforgettable Meal  (Ever After in the Woods)

7/24/25 –  10 American Small Towns Perfect for a Late-Summer Getaway (Yahoo Creators)

7/24/25 – U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Performance Declines for the Week Ending 19 July  (HNR)

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