Christmas at the Inn
Visitors can explore the historic grounds, Carriage House, Pavilion, and heated tent transformed into a relaxed holiday boutique destination. Guests can browse and shop handcrafted goods from a rotating selection of local crafters and artisans. Food and seasonal drinks, including homemade Brunswick stew and Granny's spiced tea, are also available on-site.
What to Expect
Free holiday market featuring rotating local artisans on historic inn grounds.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Historic Glen Allen
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Virginia Cliffe Inn
Food & Drink
The market offers Brunswick stew, Granny’s spiced tea, coffee, soda, and water; ticketed tea service includes teas, coffee, sandwiches, scones, and pastries, while ticketed Breakfast with Santa includes a catered breakfast and drinks.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and families
Vibe
Relaxed and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: No entry fee for the public grounds this year; the Grand Kick-Off Celebration is free. – Get tickets
- Hours: Grand Kick-Off Celebration and market: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; the market continues through November 29. Carriage House Gift Shop: daily, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, November 27 through December 23.
- Parking: The parking lot can accommodate up to 300 cars; attendants will direct visitors.
- Accessibility: The event is handicap accessible.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed on festival grounds, except certified service animals.
Tips & Advice
- Visit the Carriage House Gift Shop between November 27 and December 23, when it is open daily, to browse rotating featured crafters.
- If you want to attend the Grand Kick-Off market, go during its November 27–29 run; the tree lighting and caroling are on November 27.
- Reserve Traditional Tea Service or Breakfast with Santa in advance, because those separate sessions require pre-purchased tickets and have limited seating.
- Use the event parking lot and follow the attendants’ directions when you arrive.
- Leave pets at home unless they are certified service animals, as other pets are not allowed on the festival grounds.
Special Events & Promotions
- Public entry to the grounds is free this season.
- The Grand Kick-Off Celebration on November 27 is free, with a market continuing through November 29.
- The tree lighting and caroling by the Greater Richmond Chorus take place on November 27.
- A traditional tea service is a separately ticketed session on Wednesdays, December 2, 9, and 16; reserve early.
- Breakfast with Santa is a separately ticketed session on December 12 and 19; reserve early.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I see and do at the public holiday experience?
Browse rotating local artisans and crafters in the Carriage House, Pavilion, and heated tent; the Carriage House Gift Shop is open daily during the event period.
Is there food and drink available?
The event offers homemade Brunswick stew, Granny’s spiced tea, coffee, soda, and water. The Grand Kick-Off also features Granny’s Spice Tea and Brunswick stew.
Where can I park?
The parking lot accommodates up to 300 cars, and attendants direct visitors.
Is the event accessible, and can I bring a pet?
The event is handicap accessible. Pets are not allowed on the festival grounds, except certified service animals.
Do I need to reserve ahead?
The public grounds are open without an entry fee. Traditional Tea Service and Breakfast with Santa are separate ticketed sessions that require pre-purchased tickets; seating is limited.
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