Dine During July 4 Weekend
Celebratory Meals, 250 Years in the Making
Celebrate America’s 250th with food, drinks, and refreshments throughout Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area and nearby resort spaces. From morning coffee and house-made doughnuts before the reading of the Declaration of Independence to afternoon snacks, cold beverages, and evening concessions near the celebration, July 4 offers convenient ways to pause, refuel, and keep the day going.
Coffee & Doughnuts at Shields' Tavern
Royal Cup coffee, house-made doughnuts, and bottled water will be available at Shields' Tavern from 8:30–11:00 AM—a fitting beginning before one of the day’s most meaningful traditions: the reading of the Declaration of Independence at the nearby Capitol Building.
Greenhow Lumber House Concessions
Your place for sweet and salty snacks, pastries, ice-cold Pepsi products, bottled water, and beer selections in an air-conditioned tent near the Greenhow Ticket Office from 12:00-9:00 PM, from Thursday, July 2 through Saturday, July 4.
Palace Green Concessions
From 2:00-9:30 PM, enjoy chef-curated favorites near Palace Green, including burgers, bratwurst, potato chips, bacon Skewers, warm soft pretzels with beer cheese, popcorn, and non-alcoholic beverages on Saturday, July 4.
Williamsburg Lodge Concessions
Stop by the Colony Room of the Williamsburg Lodge between 4:00 PM and 9:30 PM for cold non-alcoholic beverages, light snacks, and sweet treats.
Shields' Tavern Buffet
Step inside Shields Tavern this July 4 for a hearty buffet lunch served from 11:00AM to 6:00PM. Beat the heat, gather with family and friends and enjoy a satisfying meal to keep you fueled for an afternoon of celebration and the evening fireworks.
Traditions: Build Your Own Picnic
Make the Fourth easy this year. Skip the prep and enjoy a relaxed, picnic experience—build your plate, grab a drink and settle in at your table. Perfect for a quick stop between celebrations or a casual meal with family and friends.
