Holiday events near Great Falls
Holiday-season events across Northern Virginia: tree lightings, parades, markets, light shows, concerts and Santa visits. Nov 2026 - Jan 2027.
Wednesday, November 11
Meadowlark Winter Walk of Lights5:30 to 10pm, day 1 of 54, Nov 11 to Jan 3$199750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna, VA 22182NOVA Parks' 15th season of its half-mile garden light trail. An evening stroll past lighted trees and displays with nature, winter, and holiday themes, with hot drinks, s'mores, and a limited-edition 2026 ornament. Paved trail, wheelchair and stroller accessible. Timed tickets: $19 online / $24 at the door Nov 11-Dec 3 and Jan 1-3; $24 online only Dec 4-31 (no door tickets).novaparks.com
Saturday, November 14
Bull Run Festival of Lights5:30 to 10pm, day 1 of 51, Nov 14 to Jan 37700 Bull Run Dr, Centreville, VA 20121Drive through 2.5 miles of illuminated holiday displays at Bull Run Regional Park, running nightly from mid-November through early January. A holiday village with a carnival, petting zoo, camel rides, and Santa photos caps the route. Weeknights have lighter crowds; Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays stay open later.novaparks.com
Wednesday, November 18
Mark O'Connor's An Appalachian Christmas7:30pm, day 1 of 2, Nov 18 to 19The Barns at Wolf Trap, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182Grammy-winning husband-and-wife duo Mark and Maggie O'Connor bring their Appalachian Christmas back to the Barns, with classic holiday songs and standouts from their album A Christmas Duo in buoyant vocals and rich string arrangements. Two nights, doors at 6 p.m.wolftrap.org
Friday, November 20
4th Annual Festival of Trees and Holiday Shopping Village10am to 6pm, day 1 of 2, Nov 20 to 2124439 Evergreen Mills Road, Ashburn, VA 20148Two-day holiday shopping event at The Barn at Brambleton with decorated Christmas trees, more than 50 curated artisans and makers, food, entertainment, and Santa. Hosted by Artisan Market & Studio; proceeds benefit the Loudoun First Responders Foundation.eventbrite.com
Saturday, November 21
40th Annual Holiday Craft Show10am to 5pm, day 1 of 2, Nov 21 to 22$53501 Rebel Run, Fairfax, VA 22030Fairfax City's 40th annual juried craft show at Fairfax High School, with artisans from across the country selling handmade gifts, jewelry, pottery, seasonal decor, and specialty foods. Concession lunch on site; free shuttle from WillowWood Plaza on Saturday.fairfaxva.gov
Sunday, November 22
DC Anthem Singers Shine!3pmThe Barns at Wolf Trap, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182Local legends Bob McDonald, Caleb Green, and D.C. Washington, the voices behind DC's anthems for decades, celebrate the holidays at the Barns with 'God Bless America,' 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game,' plus holiday, Broadway, pop, and gospel favorites. Doors at 1:30 p.m.wolftrap.org
Friday, November 27
Reston Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting11am to 6:30pmFree11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190Reston Town Center's day-after-Thanksgiving celebration: the holiday parade steps off on Market Street at 11 a.m. with Macy's-style balloons, bands, dancers, antique cars and Santa, and the big tree lights up at Fountain Square at 6 p.m. with a sing-along. Free to watch.restontowncenter.com
Mosaic Holiday Tree Lighting5 to 8pmFree2910 District Ave, Fairfax, VA 22031Mosaic District kicks off the season in Strawberry Park with an evening tree lighting, live entertainment, and Santa meet-and-greets in the Target lobby afterward. Free.mosaicdistrict.com
Mount Vernon by CandlelightAll day, day 1 of 2, Nov 27 to 28$413200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121A 45-minute guided candlelit tour of the mansion and lantern-lit grounds, with costumed interpreters, 18th-century dancing and music, a Revolutionary War encampment, Aladdin the Christmas camel, and complimentary spiced cider and ginger cookies.mountvernon.org
Saturday, November 28
Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas7:30pmCapital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102Rick Schuler stars as John Denver in a holiday tribute concert of Denver classics like 'Rocky Mountain High' and 'Annie's Song' alongside his beloved Christmas carols and standards. All ages. Doors at 6:30 p.m.capitalonehall.com
Sunday, November 29
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet2pmCapital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102The touring NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet at Capital One Hall: an international all-star cast blending world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and acrobatics, set to Tchaikovsky's score. Two shows: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.capitalonehall.com
Monday, November 30
Vienna Church Street Holiday Stroll6 to 8pmFreeFreeman Store and Museum, 131 Church Street NE, Vienna, VA 22180The Town of Vienna's free annual stroll along historic Church Street. Santa visits, live holiday music from local groups, and a tree lighting led by the mayor, plus firepits for roasting marshmallows, gingerbread ornament decorating stations, and open historic sites and shops. Free.viennava.gov
Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays8pmCapital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102Derek Hough's holiday dance spectacular at Capital One Hall: a cast of phenomenal dancers brings favorite holiday tunes to life, from well-loved classics to modern pop hits, with choreography co-created by Emmy winners NappyTabs. Family-friendly. Doors at 7 p.m.capitalonehall.com
Thursday, December 3
Reston Association WinterfestAll day, day 1 of 3, Dec 3 to 5Brown's Chapel Park, 1575 Browns Chapel Road, Reston, VA 20191Reston Association's three-day holiday celebration at Brown's Chapel Park: a half-mile Light Up the Park walk, an Enchanted Forest of community-decorated trees (donated to families in need afterward), firepits with s'mores, holiday vendors, food and drinks, a Grinch's Village, and Santa visits. Evening hours; check the RA site for 2026 times and ticket details.reston.org
Friday, December 4
Christmas in Middleburg: Tree Lighting Ceremony and Carols5pmFree12 North Madison St, Middleburg, VA 20117Friday-evening tree lighting with carols behind the Middleburg Museum, opening the Christmas in Middleburg weekend. The ceremony starts at 5 p.m. and is free to attend; parking and shuttles are paid separately.christmasinmiddleburg.org
Santa Lights Manassas: Tree Lighting and Holiday Market5:30 to 8pmFree9431 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110Over-30-year Manassas tradition on the Friday before the Christmas parade. A holiday market opens at 4 p.m. in the train depot parking lot, musical performances start at 5:30 p.m., Santa arrives by train shortly after 6 p.m., and the tree lighting follows. Santa and Mrs. Claus greet kids at the Santa Tent afterward, with free wagon rides and the Harris Pavilion ice rink open for skating.visitmanassas.org
Saturday, December 5
80th Greater Manassas Christmas Parade10am to 12pmFree9431 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110The 80th annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade with the theme '80 Years. Still Sleighin'. Marching bands, floats, high-flying balloons, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a new Miller Toyota Santa float roll through Historic Downtown Manassas from 10 a.m. to noon, sponsored by Stanley Martin Homes.visitmanassas.org
Herndon Holiday Tree Lighting & Sing-Along5 to 6:30pmFree730 Station St, Herndon, VA 20170Herndon's annual tree lighting and community sing-along at Town Hall Square. Music, holiday cheer, and the lighting of the town's tree, capped by a visit from Santa. Free.herndon-va.gov
2026 Manassas Park Light Parade5 to 9pmFree100 Park Central Plaza, Manassas Park, VA 20111Evening light parade along Manassas Drive to Park Central Plaza, followed by a tree lighting ceremony, a holiday movie under the stars, food trucks, and pictures with Santa. Runs 5 to 9 p.m. with an expected crowd of 6,000 plus.manassasparkcommunitycenter.com
Michael Winograd and The Honorable Mentshn: Hanukkah Celebration6:30pmThe Barns at Wolf Trap, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182A family Hanukkah dance party on the second night of the holiday: klezmer clarinetist Michael Winograd and The Honorable Mentshn play rousing Eastern European Jewish music, with traditional dances led by instructor Judy Sweet, dreidel games, and activities for all ages. Doors at 5 p.m.wolftrap.org
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