‘Tis the season for visiting with jolly old Saint Nick, and here’s how you can do just that this upcoming holiday season in NoVA:
Merry Old Town Manassas
Dec. 2
Santa arrives in Old Town Manassas on the VRE. Enjoy live holiday music, a Christmas tree lighting and photos with Santa Claus.
Jingle on Lake Anne
Dec. 3
Lake Anne’s annual event, featuring music, wine tastings, arts and crafts and more, will culminate with Santa’s arrival by barge. After he reaches land, he’ll be available for photos.
Visit with Santa at Village at Leesburg
Every Wednesday through Dec. 21
Santa will make an appearance at Smokehouse Live at Village at Leesburg every Wednesday ahead of Christmas day for photos and gift requests.
Clarendon’s Winter Wonderland
Dec. 10
Relish in the spirit of the season with free portraits with Santa, carolers, face painting, children’s crafts and holiday treats.
Waterskiing Santa Claus
Dec. 24
Head to the Old Town Alexandria waterfront to watch a one-of-a-kind show featuring the a waterskiing Santa and his wakeboarding reindeer, flying elves, the Grinch, Frosty the Snowman and Jack Frost.
Santa’s Flight Academy at Fair Oaks Mall
Through Dec. 24
Help Santa get ready for his big journey by becoming part of his virtual flight crew. Afterward, you can take a photo with Santa Claus.
Visit with Santa at Dulles Town Center
Through Dec. 24
Come see Santa in his magical winter wonderland. Pro Tip: avoid the lines by booking a fast pass online.
Santa HQ at Tysons Corner Center
Through Dec. 24
Visitors can have fun with interactive features like Elf-Ray Vision and the Naughty or Nice O’Meter before taking a photo with Santa at his lavish headquarters presented by HGTV.
Bull Run Festival of Lights
Through Jan. 8
After driving through the magical 2.5 miles of dancing light displays, stop at the holiday village for carnival rides, refreshments and photos with Santa Claus.
Merry Mosaic 2016
Throughout December
Come to the Mosaic District on Dec. 1 for live music, storytelling, pictures with Santa, a tree lighting and a screening of the original How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Various restaurants in the Mosaic District will also offer brunch with Santa throughout the holiday season. Visit the website for a full schedule and details.
Christmas Village at Leesburg Animal Park
Weekends in December
Walk among thousands of sparkling lights and visit your favorite animal friends. The event includes photos with Santa, crafts, marshmallow roasting, pony rides and a kids’ indoor play zone.
