Join Explore Park at Milepost 115 on the Blue Ridge Parkway for their Winter Walk of Lights. While you’re here, enjoy nightly marshmallow roasting or choose from additional family activities on select nights. Admission fee and dog-friendly. All proceeds go to support the valuable missions of Center in the Square and Explore Park. Call for more information 540-427-1800 or visit online at www.roanokecountyparks.com/545/Illuminights.

December 1-31–Staunton.     

For the 19th year in a row, beautiful Gypsy Hill Park’s 214 acres will be aglow with holiday lights from 5-11pm. Also you can participate in “Light-A-Tree” or “Display a Deer”. This event is free and open to the public. Visit online celebrationoflights.org/ or call 540-886-8660.

December 2–Winchester.    

The Holiday Parade will take place downtown. Information online at www.winchesterva.gov/Parks-Recreation/Recreation-Programs/Events or 540-661815.

Kick off your Holidays with our Christmas Tree Lighting at the Performing Arts, 1 East Main Street, starting at 7:30pm. www.visitluraypage.com/events/detail/ldi-christmas-tree-lighting or 540-743-3915.

December 6–Dayton.              

Annual Christmas Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration. The parade begins 6pm at the Municipal Building, 125 Eastview Street and ends at Dove Park. The tree lighting, Christmas carols, hot cocoa, etc. will all occur within Dove Park, 360 College Street. 540-879-2241 or www.facebook.com/events/1169418027500337/.

Light up Woodstock features a parade at 5:30pm and so much more on the 6th; On thr 7th Our Hometown Holidays event downtown from 10am-2pm. www.woodstockva.gov/172/Events or 540-459-3621.

Join us at Camp LIGHT, 107 Creative Works Ln, (off of Route 340 North, Purple Cow Road), for our Christmas Wonderland event. Enjoy a walk-through light displays, music light shows, decorate cookies in Mrs. Claus’s Gingerbread house, see the Grinch and his funhouse, visit Santa at his workshop, enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate, animals in the barn, a hayride, and more. Tickets are $15.00 per person for ages 3 and up (2 and under are free). All proceeds benefit Camp LIGHT, our summer camp for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. www.creativeworksfarm.org/special-events/ or 540-471-1659.

The Wayne Theatre, 521 W. Main Street, is proud to present Irving Berlin's timeless holiday classic, White Christmas, with live performances. This heartwarming musical is the perfect holiday treat for audiences of all ages, filled with spectacular song-and-dance numbers, festive cheer, and unforgettable melodies. Featuring iconic songs like "White Christmas," "Happy Holiday," and "Sisters," the show tells the story of two showbiz buddies who join forces with a sister act to perform a Christmas show in a picturesque Vermont inn. With plenty of romance, laughter, and nostalgia, White Christmas delivers a feel-good experience that will have audiences leaving the theater full of joy. Don’t miss the chance to experience this festive, family-friendly production. Tickets are on sale now at waynetheatre.org.

Christmas Parade at 6pm on Main Street. Visitors and participants are asked to bring a toy to be donated to the Salvation Army. In case of inclement weather, the parade will be on the 10th. For more details 540-942-6735 or www.waynesboro.va.us/1107/Christmas-Parade.

December 7–New Market.           

Join us at the Virginia Museum of the Civil War, 8895 George Collins Parkway, from 10am-3pm, for our Christmas on the Farm event. Explore the museum and make/take home crafts, enjoy festive treats, and see a special Christmas film. Take a step back into 1859 and visit the Bushong family as they cook, sing and tell stories in anticipation of a special Christmas visitor. Stop by the military camp and see how soldiers celebrated Christmas far from home in 1864. Receive $1.00 off admission with the donation of 2 nonperishable food items and free for ages 5 and under. www.vmi.edu/museums-and-archives/virginia-museum-of-the-civil-war/events/ or 540-740-3101.

Join us during the Holiday season for a crafts market, visit from Santa, a parade while enjoying the sights, sounds, and tastes of this special time of the year. 540-468-2550 or online: members.highlandcounty.org/event-calendar.

December 7–Stanley.        

Join us for a small town Christmas Parade at 6pm and more. www.townofstanley.com/events or 540-778-3454.

December 7–Front Royal.          

Join us downtown for our Christmas On Main from noon-7pm. We will have music, entertainment, carriage rides, kids activities and more. Also the Lighting of the Christmas Tree. 540-635-5788 or www.discoverfrontroyal.com/front-royal-events-calendar.html.

Caroling in the Caverns is a fundraising event held at Grand Caverns, 5 Caverns Drive, Choose between three tour times and enjoy a 50 minute tour and concert deep inside the Grand Caverns. We’ll have it all decorated for you. https://grandcaverns.com/visit/events/ or 540-249-5705.

Join us for the following events: On the 7th, Tis the Season Holiday Celebration Parade at 5pm on Congress Street, then stop by the Library, 160 E. Lee Street, after the parade to see Santa and Mrs. Claus and pick up your goody bag (while supplies last). On the 14th, a Flashlight Candy Cane hunt for children 1-14 years, in the Community Park, 9670 Cadet Road. Come bundled up with a flashlight to see in the dark. There will be hot chocolate and other fun activities to participate in as well. Call 540-740-3432 or www.newmarketvirginia.com/explore/page/festivals-and-events. Registration is required.

Join us for our Winter Festival at the American Legion Park, 325 American Legion Drive, This weekend is filled with a variety vendors, food trucks, Santa, the Grinch, live music and more. www.townoftimberville. com/community_ directory/festival_and_events.php or 540-896-7058.

Have you ever dreamed about the night when JESUS was born? What it would be like to be visited by Angels like Mary and Joseph? Join us at Fellowship Bible Church, 3217 Middle Road from 5-8pm.  We will take you back to that night and you will experience CHRISTmas like never before. Free admission and refreshments, just like the gift of JESUS. 540-662-7743 or www.facebook.com/winchesterfollowthestar.

December 7-8, 14–Fishersville.            

Augusta Expo’s events: BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo and Holiday Market on the 7th-8th; Christmas Market on the 14th. www.augustaexpo.com/shows or 540-337-2552.

December 7, 9, 14–Town of Shenandoah.   

Town events: Pictures with Santa Claus on the 7th and the Evangelical Presbyterian Church Handbell Teams on the 9th. Both events at the Museum and Welcome Center, 507 First Street; Christmas tree lighting in Big Gem Park, 736 Fourth Street, on the 14th;. 540-652-8773 or visit: www.townofshenandoah.com/calendar/month/2024-12.

Join us at the WASPCA Thrift Shop, 1944 Abrams Creek, from noon-4pm. We will kick off the holiday season with a Holiday Tree Jamboree. The event lets you purchase a fully decorated two-foot tree, perfect for gifting. Bid on fashions modeled by local celebrities and enjoy watching shelter pets and supporters indulge in an ugly sweater contest. There will be a variety of entertainment throughout the day. Think stilt walkers, inflatable mascots, RindiPowers art exhibit, musicians, dancers, face painters, and Santa. General entry is free. For more details 540-662-8616 or https://winchesterspca.org/events/holiday-tree-jamboree/.

Join the Rocktown History at 382 High Street, from 9:30-11am for a informal gatherings, at the Coffee Mill series finale. They will be brewing up stories from the past, like the unique holiday tradition of Belsnickling and you will get a peek at a featured artifact or help solve a history mystery while you savor richly brewed coffee from local coffee roasters. Visit www.rocktownhistory.org/third-thursday-talks/rocktown-history-coffee-mill/ or 540-879-2681.

The Funny Womacks & Friends presents stand up comedy at Stover Hall on the 10th, 1381 US Hwy. Business 340, Luray, starting 7pm; In Harrisonburg, on the 14th, Hilarious stand up comedy at Santa's Secret Speakeasy, exact location is revealed to the ticket holders, all proceeds benefit the Sadie Rose Foundation; On the 20th in Harrisonburg, Home for the Holidays Comedy Show at Court Square Theater. 41-F Court Square, at 7:30pm. For more details call 540-560-3356.

Join the Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Drive, from 7-9pm to watch the Geminids Meteor Shower. Visitors can expect to see as many as 100 meteors per hour. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket and wear warm clothes. Hot chocolate will be available on-site. This event is free, but standard parking fees apply. Call 540-622-6840 or www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2024-11-04-09-56-52-138776-7np.

Enjoy an evening of candlelit magic at the Stonewall Jackson House, 8 E. Washington Street, from 5-7pm. Step back in time and experience an 1859 Christmas while interacting with costumed interpreters. Those who attend will also have an opportunity to be a part of the “preparations” by singing Christmas Carols, churning butter in the kitchen and helping our 1858 visitors pick the proper outfit for dinner. Last tour will be at 6:40pm. Admission for the event is canned food for humans and/or pets to benefit the Rockbridge Area Relief Association Food Pantry. 540-464-7704 or www.vmi.edu/museums-and-archives/jackson-house-museum/events/.

Skating in the Sky at the Discovery Museum, 19 West Cork Street. Take off your shoes and head out onto the “ice” for some skating fun. Visitors will simulate ice skating, practice balance, gross motor skills and enjoy the outdoors in a festive winter environment including lights, decorations, music and rooftop views over Winchester. 540-722-2020.or discoverymuseum.net/sock-skating-2/.

We hope you will join us at the Bethlehem Village at Hebron Baptist Church, 66 Tanbark Drive. We have been sharing the story of JESUS’ Birth for over a decade. The 1st century recreation includes several reenactments each evening, village shops, animals and more. This event is free to the public. www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077633316363 or call 540-456-6863.

The Piccadilly’s Public House and Restaurant, 125 East Piccadilly Street, are proud to present Music Bingo from 7-9pm. Enjoy specialty cocktails, great food and 5 rocking rounds of bingo. Come sing along to your favorite decades with our theme night. Extra points if you dress up. First bingo card is free for everyone and $1.00 per extra card. 540-353-1899. or http\\business.regionalchamber.biz/events/details/music-bingo-12-26-2024-21489

December 31–Harrisonburg.   

The New Year’s Eve Glow Run 5K presented by Generations Crossing is the hottest way to bring in 2025 with friends and family. Enjoy a new 5K course at Heritage Oaks Golf Course along the beautiful cart paths as the sun sets on 2024. Even better, all participants receive glow paraphernalia to help light up the course (participants are also asked to bring your own headlamps and flashlights. Wheelchair racers, strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Warm up and stretches led by The Grace Pilates at 4:15pm. www.generationscrossing.com/special-events 540-434-4901.

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