Outdoor Movie Series: Lego Movie 2: The Second Part

Returning for the summer of 2019 is a Winchester favorite: Family Movies on the Mall. Thanks to the support from Partlow Insurance and Erie Insurance, this family-friendly event remains free to attend at the historic Taylor Pavilion.

This event is a great opportunity to gather a blanket and boxed dinner and enjoy a night in Old Town under the stars while viewing blockbuster family hits. The movies will be screened by Winchester Parks and Recreation. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring seating.

Thursdays, June 6 – July 25 (except July 4)

TIME: Dusk

COST: Free

RAIN DATE: Tuesday immediately following the scheduled showing

MOVIES:
· June 6: Smallfoot
· June 13: Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse
· June 20: Ralph Breaks the Internet
· June 27: Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
· July 11: Christopher Robin
· July 18: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
· July 25: Sherlock Gnomes

Outdoor Movie Series: Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse

Returning for the summer of 2019 is a Winchester favorite: Family Movies on the Mall. Thanks to the support from Partlow Insurance and Erie Insurance, this family-friendly event remains free to attend at the historic Taylor Pavilion.

This event is a great opportunity to gather a blanket and boxed dinner and enjoy a night in Old Town under the stars while viewing blockbuster family hits. The movies will be screened by Winchester Parks and Recreation. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring seating.

Thursdays, June 6 – July 25 (except July 4)

TIME: Dusk

COST: Free

RAIN DATE: Tuesday immediately following the scheduled showing

MOVIES:
· June 6: Smallfoot
· June 13: Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse
· June 20: Ralph Breaks the Internet
· June 27: Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
· July 11: Christopher Robin
· July 18: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
· July 25: Sherlock Gnomes

Classic Movie Night

This event provides the opportunity to enjoy dinner at one of 35 Old Town Winchester restaurants, stroll through and shop at over 60 unique shops, and sit beneath the stars to watch a classic movie.

Classic Movie Night is screened by Magic Lantern Theater, Winchester’s classic film experts since 2001.

Moviegoers are encouraged to bring seat cushions, blankets or chairs. Also, feel free to bring a picnic or take-out dinner from one of the many restaurants in Old Town Winchester. This is a perfect event to cuddle up with a special someone and enjoy an old-fashioned dinner and a movie night.

August 10 – Grease (1978)

It’s California in the 50s — Danny (John Travolta) is leader of the black leather jacket-wearing T-Birds while Australian Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) hangs with the Pink Ladies, a group of pink-wearing girls. It amounts to a joyful satire on 50s’ teen culture, punctuated by memorable song-and-dance numbers. Rated PG, 110 m.

 

 

Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival

Love beer? Want to help doggies and kitties? Join us for the annual Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival held in Old Town Winchester, Virginia.

The festival features amazing crafters, tasty treats, a bounty of brews and loads of fun!

Even better? The event benefits Dakota’s Dream Animal Rescue, a small, volunteer run, no-kill, non-profit animal rescue group.

Tickets are on sale:
https://hopblossom.com/buy-tickets/

Outdoor Movie Series: Christopher Robin

Returning for the summer of 2019 is a Winchester favorite: Family Movies on the Mall. Thanks to the support from Partlow Insurance and Erie Insurance, this family-friendly event remains free to attend at the historic Taylor Pavilion.

This event is a great opportunity to gather a blanket and boxed dinner and enjoy a night in Old Town under the stars while viewing blockbuster family hits. The movies will be screened by Winchester Parks and Recreation. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring seating.

Thursdays, June 6 – July 25 (except July 4)

TIME: Dusk

COST: Free

RAIN DATE: Tuesday immediately following the scheduled showing

MOVIES:
· June 6: Smallfoot
· June 13: Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse
· June 20: Ralph Breaks the Internet
· June 27: Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
· July 11: Christopher Robin
· July 18: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
· July 25: Sherlock Gnomes

Chocolate Escape

Get a little extra sweetness in your life with the annual Chocolate Escape! For just $5 each you can sample some incredible chocolate confections at our participating restaurants, and many of our merchants will be offering some sweet (literally) giveaways and deals.

Diners and shoppers will have the chance to make Valentine’s Day reservations and purchase gifts for loved ones or just browse. Old Town Winchester offers fine dining, artisan shops and specialty boutiques, florists, jewelry stores as well as a day spa and a salon. Escape to Old Town Winchester for Valentine shopping specials and indulgent chocolate morsels.

Participating restaurants and retailers:

50/50 Taphouse: Bacon brownie bite
Espresso Bar: Mini chocolate hearts, affogato, and hot chocolate
Exotic Himalayan Handicrafts: 10% off sterling silver jewelry, 15% off selected jewelry, and 15% off Singing Bowls
Eugene B. Smith Gallery & Custom Frame Studio: Sweetheart Special – 14% off prints, framed prints & canvas prints, chocolate treats
Flashback 2.0: 15% off all t-shirts and clothing in the shop & free chocolate chip cookie with purchase
Handworks Gallery: Free chocolate tastings and discounts storewide
Hideaway Café: Chocolate tasting box featuring chocolate espresso granola and other tasty treats
Kimberly’s: 14% off all chocolates & complimentary hot chocolate
Murphy Beverage Company: Free samples of sparkling wine and chocolate treats from The Chef’s Corner
Panhandle Apothecary: Ceremonial cacao & chocolate truffle samples
Passe: Heart-shaped s’mores brownie, 35% off winter items & 14% off Valentine’s clothing
Red Fox Creamery: Mini hot fudge brownie sundae
Sexi-Mexi Burrito Bar: Mexican hot chocolate ice cream sandwich
The Ivy Chest Floral & Decor: $5 single stem rose with greenery & a ribbon
Uno Pizzeria & Grill: Assorted chocolate desserts
Vibrissa Beer & Kitchen: Chocolate churro sundae, chocolate truffles (3 assorted flavors) & triple chocolate cookie
Violino Ristorante Italiano: Crostata di Nutella, chocolate raspberry pastries, Oreo truffles, Bicerin (traditional hot drink native to Torino, made with hazelnut hot chocolate, shot of Lavazza espresso, topped with homemade whipped cream)
Winchester Book Gallery: 25% discount on all cookbooks, samples of chocolate treats from WBG staff’s favorite cookbooks, & a beautiful collection of Valentine’s cards

Click here for more information and participating businesses!

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony

Celebrate the fun and excitement of the holiday season in Old Town Winchester. Bands, floats, and specialty units along with Santa will be coming to see you. Don’t forget the tree lighting ceremony, immediately following the parade.

The Old Town Christmas Parade begins at 7pm and lasts until about 8pm. The parade route is Cameron Street to Piccadilly to left on Braddock St. to left on Cork St. and finish at Loudoun St.

Tree Lighting: Santa will walk down Rouss Avenue to the official Tree Lighting stand to light the tree, located on the Loudoun Street Mall, in front of the Old Courthouse.

Parking: There is a $5 flat rate fee upon entering any of the parking garages for the Christmas parade.

Street Closures: Cameron St. between Cork and Piccadilly will be closed at 6:00 pm for the line-up. Streets surrounding the pedestrian mall will close at 6:30 pm for the parade.

Admission:
Free

Inclement Weather: The parade will be held on the day scheduled unless there is severe inclement weather. Weather announcements will be made on local radio and cable stations. There is not a cancellation date.

 

Free First Friday

The Discovery Museum loves to give back to the community! Admission is free from 5:00-7:00 PM on the first Friday of every month. Explore all four floors of exhibits and we might even have a special program planned. Bring the whole family and for something new every month!

Masks will be required for all guests ages 5 and older throughout your visit. To visit and play at the Museum, you MUST wear a mask, no exceptions.

Tickets must be reserved in advance: discoverymuseum.net/about/general-info