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5 Must See Family Christmas Events Near RVA

Find your family's next Christmas tradition with one of these great local events!

Hannah Card
Dec 05, 2016
Mechanicsville, Virgina
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5 Must See Family Christmas Events Near RVA
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The Christmas season is officially here and if you're looking for some fun, holiday events for your family then Richmond is a great place to be! Check out these five local festivities and get them on your calendar now!

1. Downtown Richmond Grand Illumination

While the city officially flipped the switch Friday night, the downtown lights and festive decorations will be around through Christmas so grab the family and bundle up for some free fun!

2. The Jefferson Hotel

While this historic hotel is beautiful year round, you won't want to miss its beautifully decorated lobby complete with a massive tree and Santa Claus figurines from around the world. The kids are bound to love the handcrafted gingerbread creation of Santa's sleigh featuring hundreds of pounds of real candy. Have lunch at one of the hotel cafe's or enjoy a formal tea if you can snag a reservation.

3. Light Up the Tracks- Ashland

Enjoy a stroll down the historic streets of Ashland as the town lights up with Christmas cheer. Businesses and homes for a mile-long strip along the railroad tracks will stay decorated and lit up through Christmas. The event is known as the "Mile-long Christmas Card." Make sure to download the Ashland,VA app and visit the businesses and restaurants along the town's "Gingerbread Trail" for special holiday deals and treats.

4. Tacky Light Tour

The Richmond Times-Dispatch puts out an excellent detailed list and maps to follow and see the tackiest and most elaborate Christmas displays Richmond has to offer. The list is separated by the area of town and provides details and contact information for limousine and bus companies if you want to go all out for your tour! Download the RTD Tacky Lights app for all the info!

5. Christmastown at Busch Gardens

The popular theme park in Williamsburg re-opens each year for Christmas activities from November to early January. Bring your family and check out the rides, shows and literally millions of lights on display in this magical winter wonderland!

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