Happy New Year! And what a year it’s going to be!

We at the Hornsby House Inn are excited for all that 2020 is bringing to the Historic Triangle area. Today we’re sharing 12 events, one for each month of the year, that will make the perfect excuse to take a trip (or carve out a weekend, for our lucky fellow locals!). All the more reason to visit and celebrate Yorktown!

January: Need something fun to shake winter blues? The annual Cabin Fever Concert Series at the Freight Shed begins January 30 and runs every Thursday for the rest of winter. Think of it as an early celebration of the weekend, and come out to hear some great local jazz, blues, and rock bands.

February: Time to break out of hibernation and join the Knights of Columbus Council 5480 10-Mile Run for the Heart on February 8. It’s great exercise for the heart, plus you’ll get some stunning paths through Yorktown Battlefield’s historic tour roads.

March: Drive up the Parkway to Jamestown Settlement for “Military Through the Ages,” a special event on March 21-22 that let’s you experience centuries of military history, from ancient Rome to today’s local National Guard. Over 500 re-enactors and help bring the event to life, and this year there’s a special USO show each night!

April: Market Days are always a treasure here, and arguably one of the best days will be on April 18. Yorktown’s sister city, Port-Vendres, comes to our shore with the annual French Market, stocked with fresh breads, crepes, macarons, wine, music, we can go on and on! The weather is always delightful at this time of year, and this market makes for the perfect spring day.

May: Tidewater Virginia is becoming quite the hub for craft beers and spirits, so we anticipate quite a selection at this year’s Blues Brews and BBQ Festival on May 2. It’s pretty self-explanatory: great beer and delicious barbecue. Only the best blues musicians in the area fill this fest with tons of great music.

June: Pick any Thursday this summer, you can’t go wrong! On June 4, the Sounds of Summer Concert Series starts, so bring a blanket or a couple of lawn chairs and get ready. We recommend a nice dinner at one of the many restaurants on Water St., then maybe some Ben and Jerry’s to enjoy during the concert. Plus you’re only a 5 minute walk from the Inn!

July: It’s no surprise that we take great pride in our Independence Day celebrations, and this year will be no different. You can start the 4th with a 5k or 8k run, or simply join for the parade, live music, museum tours, or fireworks throughout the day. Yorktown does one good patriotic party!

August: Every year we’re lucky enough to have the Virginia Symphony Orchestra perform on the Riverwalk Landing. This beautiful, free outdoor concert has become quite the end-of-summer tradition. It’s a lovely chance to see world-class musicians in a laid-back setting under the stars, so we hope to see you August 29th!

September: Can you tell we like outdoor music? With views like the York River and musical talent abounding, why not! Check out the Rhythms on the Riverwalk Concert Series starting September 11. It runs 6 weeks as the weather transitions from summer to fall, and the music is a little bit of everything.

October: If you’ve never experienced Yorktown Day, this is the perfect year. Yorktown Day on October 19 marks the anniversary of the American-French victory in 1781 over the British, and truly brings history to life all over town! The best part: since the Yorktown Victory Monument is quite literally across the street from us, we have a front row seat for the beautiful ceremonies.

November: La mer! It’s time to celebrate our bounties from the sea on November 14 at Market Days’ Maritime Festival. Enjoy some of the best seafood in the area and browse handcrafted art and jewelry from oysters, shells, and sea glass. You can arrive via land or sea, and be on the lookout for pirates!

December: Come experience a tradition that dates back to 1945 and officially kicks off the holiday season here in Yorktown. The annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 4 is the start of a weekend full of holiday markets, parades (including the lighted Boat Parade!), and, of course, the Man in Red himself. It’s a lovely time to gather round the fire with the ones you love, and is just around the corner from us at Riverwalk Landing.

We can’t wait to see how this year unfolds, and hope you’ll join us! Most of the events in this post are either within a 5 minute walk or a 15 minute scenic drive from us, it’s a real win-win. So check out your calendars and when you’re ready to plan your 2020 Yorktown trip, give us a call!

What are you most looking forward to in 2020? Leave a comment or find us on Facebook and let us know!