Virginia Beach Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas
Virginia Beach showcases the Christmas season with holiday activities and festive events along the boardwalk and near the resort area where ocean breezes meet twinkling Holiday lights. The Virginia Beach Christmas Market, Holiday Lights at the Beach, and the BayPort Credit Union Holiday Parade at the Beach offer seasonal markets, parades, and family fun close to Neptune’s Park and the Virginia Aquarium. From seaside light displays to community concerts, Virginia Beach’s holiday attractions and activities provide a sunny coastal spin on winter festivities.
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Christmas Lights
16 eventsVirginia's largest Christmas event with over 10 million lights.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsOver 175 artisans in a top-rated US craft show.
Christmas Shows
8 eventsHoliday magic spectacular with dazzling illusions
Christmas Activities
28 eventsAnnual Grand Illumination Parade with skyline illumination
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Busch Gardens Christmas Town
(Williamsburg)
Virginia's largest Christmas event with over 10 million lights.
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Virginia Beach Christmas Market
Over 175 artisans in a top-rated US craft show.
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Celebration in Lights
(Newport News)
Two miles of holiday scenes with over one million lights
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Winterfest on The Wisconsin
(Norfolk)
Millions of lights on a historic battleship and a Snow Queen kingdom.
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38th Annual Grand Illumination Parade
(Norfolk)
Annual Grand Illumination Parade with skyline illumination
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Hampton Holly Days Holiday Series Events
(Hampton)
Community holiday series with parade, boat show, and light walk.
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Virginia Beach Christmas Events Map
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Virginia Beach Christmas FAQ
The Holiday Lights at the Beach on the boardwalk is the largest and most popular Christmas event, along with seasonal markets, craft fairs, and community celebrations throughout the city.
Virginia Beach is known for its Surfing Santa display and the drive-through Holiday Lights at the Beach, both of which blend coastal charm with holiday spirit.
Many neighborhoods along the oceanfront and in central Virginia Beach feature festive light displays, especially around the boardwalk and in residential parks.
Christmas markets and local makers are often found at the boardwalk, community centers, and seasonal pop-up events throughout Virginia Beach.
Free activities include walking through neighborhood light displays, visiting parks with holiday decorations, and attending community markets and craft fairs.
Families enjoy the Holiday Lights at the Beach, craft fairs, and special events like the First Night Holiday Hike and Bike Night, which are designed for all ages.