The holiday magic is back, and we are ready to share all the local family-friendly holiday fun this season! From festive events to spectacular light displays and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Gainesville has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events - not only in Gainesville, but Manassas, Haymarket, Bristow, Nokesville, Catlett, New Baltimore, and Warrenton as well! Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable.
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Kaisorn | CanvaMust-See Holiday Attractions
Discover the best holiday attractions and festive experiences that will bring cheer and winter magic all season long:
Bull Run Festival of Lights & Carnival
- Location: Bull Run Regional Park, 7700 Bull Run Drive Centreville, VA 20121
- Highlights: 2.5-mile drive-through of festive light displays, walk-through Holiday Village and Carnival, Nov 15 - Jan 5
- More Info: https://www.novaparks.com/events/bull-run-festival-of-lights
Christmas at Maple Tree Farm
**Favorite Small Business Pick!**
- Location: 8275 Maple Tree Lane, Warrenton, Virginia 20187
- Highlights: Campfires, delicious treats, two trains, Santa photos, and puppet and light shows
- More Info: https://www.mapletreefarmva.com/
Holiday Walk of Lights
- Location: Neabsco Regional Park, 15125 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
- Highlights: Free event! Stroll through a sparkling winter wonderland filled with thousands of twinkling lights, holiday themed characters, a holiday market and joyful holiday music.
- More Info: https://www.pwcva.gov/department/neabsco-regional-park/holidaylights
Ice & Lights - The Winter Village at Cameron Run
- Location: 4001 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria VA 22304
- Highlights: A fun, outdoor family experience to see unique light displays, take family pictures or selfies with a variety of light displays, enjoy a hot beverage, and snack, and take a spin on the ice rink under the stars.
- More Info: https://www.novaparks.com/events/ice-lights
Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights
- Location: Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna VA 22182
- Highlights: Elegant garden trail aglow with countless sparkling lights, featuring nature, winter, and holiday themes.
- More Info: https://www.novaparks.com/events/winter-walk-of-lights
Zoo Lights
- Location: National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington, DC 20008
- Highlights: Walk down festive pathways and explore immersive displays throughout the Zoo. Marvel at glowing lantern animals in their dazzling habitats, watch live nightly musical performances, take a spin on the Conservation Carousel, sample sweet and savory seasonal treats, and check gifts off your holiday shopping lists at our Asia Trail, Panda Plaza and Great Cats stores.
- More Info: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/zoolights
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Upcoming Local Holiday and Winter Events
Looking to find local holiday events? Want to know where to meet Santa? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening. From tree lightings to Santa visits and holiday craft fairs, there’s something for everyone!
We’ll update this list frequently as more events are announced, so make sure to check back often!
November 30
December 1
December 6
- Santa Lights Manassas
- Warrenton Christmas Parade
- Christmas Concert at Grace UMC
- Hallelujah! Handel's Messiah and Holiday Favorites
December 7
- Breakfast with Santa - New Baltimore VFD
- Breakfast with Santa - Karter School
- Kettle Run Winter Holiday Market
- Manassas Christmas Parade
- Holiday Market at Old Bust Head
- Holiday Market at La Grange
- Santa at the Caboose
- Light Parade
- The Twelve Days of Christmas
December 8
- Breakfast with Santa - Buckhall Fire Station
- Holiday Carriage Rides
- Breakfast with Santa & Bubbles
- Candy Cane Christmas at Erin's Elderberries
December 9
December 13
December 14
- The Santa Train 2024!
- Breakfast with Santa - Manassas Park Community Center
- Historic Manassas Holiday Market
- Christmas Belles
- Nokesville Christmas Parade
- Virginia Gateway Holiday Open House
- Handel’s Messiah
- Breakfast with Santa - Manassas Fire Dept Centreville Rd
December 15
- Holiday Carriage Rides
- Breakfast with Santa - Celebree
- Christmas Belles
- Airlie Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 19
December 20
December 21
December 22
December 24
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
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Sandor Mejias Brito | Canva via PexelsMore Holiday Fun!
While Christmas is the highlight, don’t miss out on all the local winter festivities happening this season! Explore more:
Ice Skating at Harris Pavilion
- Location: 9201 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110
- Highlights: Outdoor skating rink in the heart of Old Town Manassas.
- More Info: https://visitmanassas.org/event/ice-skating-at-harris-pavilion-3/
Ice Skating at Reston Town Center
- Location: 1818 Discovery St, Reston, VA 20190
- Highlights: Public skating daily.
- More Info: https://www.restontowncenter.com/skating/
Bookmark this page, as we’ll be adding even more local holiday events and family-friendly activities throughout the season!
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