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    Feb 28, 2024

    Waterfest Coming August 17 & 18, 2024!

    2023 Waterfest Flyer

    Bring friends and family to Waterfest for some late-summer fun!

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    Feb 28, 2024

    Dog Days Event - May 24, 2024

    Dogs

    Info on Dog Days, how it got it's name and local events/celebrations.

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    Feb 18, 2024

    Stratford Hall

    Stratford Great House

    Stratford Hall, home of the Lees and birthplace of Robert E. Lee is a historical attraction near Colonial Beach.

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    Feb 18, 2024

    Historical Society and Museum Seeking Volunteers

    CB Museum front left angle

    The Historical Society preserves memories, looks ahead to the future of Colonial Beach. They also run the Museum..

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    Feb 09, 2024

    Marinas Located in Colonial Beach, VA

    Marina aerial

    Dock your boat at one of our many marinas while you enjoy the great sights and sounds in town.

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    Feb 01, 2024

    Valentines Day

    Couple Holding Hands

    Celebrate a romantic Valentines Day weekend in Colonial Beach! Fine dining, Art and more!

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    Jan 29, 2024

    Muse Restaurant Now Open

    Muse entrance door

    Muse Restaurant Pizzeria and Arcade in Colonial Beach, Virginia

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    Jan 27, 2024

    Colonial Beach Library

    The Colonial Beach Library has way more than just books! Stop in, flash your library card and see this great facility!

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    Jan 26, 2024

    River Edge Inn | Closed for Winter 2024

    River Edge Inn

    Enjoy a stay at the River Edge Inn, on the waterfront in Colonial Beach and close to many area attractions.

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    Jan 26, 2024

    Potomac River Festival - June 7 - 9, 2024

    2023 PRF Parade Route

    Potomac River Festival Schedule of Events, Parade Route Map and more!

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    Jan 25, 2024

    The Rod Run to the Beach - August 17-18, 2024

    2024 Rod Run Flyer

    It's the annual Rod Run to the Beach. Come and see these great cars in Colonial Beach, Virginia!

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    Jan 25, 2024

    Annual Classic Car Festival - Fathers Day 2024

    2024 Fathers Day Car Show Flyer

    Calling all classic car festival enthusiasts! Come on out for this great Father's Day event in Colonial Beach.

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    Jan 22, 2024

    Wilkersons Seafood Restaurant - Opening for 2024 on Jan. 27th

    2022 Wilkerson's Thanksgiving Menu

    Try Wilkersons Seafood Restaurant! Waterfront dining in Colonial Beach.

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    Jan 22, 2024

    Bikefest Colonial Beach 2023 Recap

    Bikefest 2015 on beach at Dockside

    The 2023 Bikefest in Colonial Beach, Virginia

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    Jan 22, 2024

    Annual Osprey Festival Comping April 13, 2024!

    Oceanographic Magazine Cover Issue 32

    Colonial Beach's Annual Osprey Festival

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    Jan 08, 2024

    Miss Colonial Beach

    My parents had a summer home just outside of the beach. They bought it in 1961, I was a year old. We spent time there every chance that we could. We moved

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    Jan 07, 2024

    Ravens Point Restaurant

    Ravens Point logo

    The cool eatery called Ravens Point on Washington Ave. in Colonial Beach, Virginia

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    Jan 07, 2024

    Peddlers Market

    Peddlers Market booth

    The Peddlers Market antiques mall and indoor flea market is a great shopping experience in Colonial Beach!

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    Dec 30, 2023

    Ingleside Vineyards Souper Sundays Start Jan 7th!

    Ingleside 2001 win

    Ingleside Vineyards are recipients of the Visitors Choice award for favorite winery in the Chesapeake Bay Region.

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    Dec 30, 2023

    Coffee - Julie's Winter Break, Jan. 1-25, 2024

    Tattle Tale ginger snap latte

    Need a Coffee pick-me-up or want to gather with friends? Check out these spots.

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    Dec 29, 2023

    Colonial Beach, Virginia Visitor Information

    Beachfront taken from Riverboat deck

    Here's some visitor information for local services and amenities in case you need them during your stay in Colonial Beach.

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    Dec 26, 2023

    Kinetic Multisports former YMCA Triathlon - June 23, 2024

    Triathlon flag in front of Riverboat

    At the YMCA Triathlon, you can Run, Bike and Swim (or just watch) in Colonial Beach, Virginia.

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    Dec 21, 2023

    Willeys Ribs - Now on Washington Avenue!

    Willeys sign

    Willeys serves up ribs, chicken, seafood and more. They even do catering!

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    Dec 09, 2023

    George Washington Birthplace - Fee Free Days for 2024

    GW Coin front

    George Washington, First President of the USA was born near Colonial Beach, Virginia!

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    Dec 07, 2023

    Oyster Wars - Historical Marker Unveiled Dec. 15, 2023

    Oyster Wars Marker on Lunsford Point

    In 1868 a special police force - the Maryland Oyster Navy formed to bring law and order to Oyster Wars in the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River regions.

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    Dec 07, 2023

    Lunsford Point Historical Marker Ceremony Dec. 15

    Lunsford Point Marker

    Lunsford Point is at the entrance to the Colonial Beach Yacht Center by Castlewood Park.

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    Dec 04, 2023

    Conference Center and Gathering Spaces

    Monroe Bay Winery Party Decorated

    Looking for a conference center space for your next business function? Look to Colonial Beach!

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    Nov 27, 2023

    Restaurants

    Dockside sign on surfboard

    Nearly 30 Restaurants in Colonial Beach offer a wide variety of food and drink.

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    Nov 25, 2023

    Top 10 Things To Do in Colonial Beach

    Colonial Beach Aug. 18 2020

    Here's the list of Top 10 Things to Do in Colonial Beach, Virginia

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    Nov 24, 2023

    Lighted Jeep Parade Dec. 2, 2023!

    2023 Dockside Jeep Parade

    The Lighted Jeep Parade and toy drive is an annual tradition.

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