Chester Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors wander through light displays showcasing fantastical creatures, whimsical tales, and landscapes inspired by legends and imagined futures. Inside the Conservatory Exhibition Hall, guests can explore an enchanting Fairy Village, while the Kelly Education Center hosts miniature model train displays....

The celebration features an annual holiday road parade traveling through the city to Ashford Civic Plaza. Following the parade, city officials and a guest from the North Pole lead the grand illumination ceremony. Visitors can also enjoy a downtown winter...

Guests ride aboard a comfortable, climate-controlled bus to view the brightest, zaniest, and tackiest holiday light displays across Richmond and the surrounding area. Passengers are welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks on board to celebrate the season. Tours...

Downtown Ashland transforms its trackside historic district into a festive holiday corridor featuring over ten thousand lights. Visitors can experience the mile-long spectacle on foot, by bicycle, or from a car. Downtown dining, shopping, and entertainment options are available along...

Participants take a two-mile walking tour through the Celebration in Lights display at Newport News City Park, which features over one million holiday lights. All event proceeds benefit programs at the Center for Child & Family Services. An enhanced VIP...

Guests stroll along a glowing outdoor trail featuring sparkling holiday light displays and a festive dinosaur-themed Story Walk. Activities include lawn games like Peppermint Connect Four, letter writing to Santa, cookie decorating, and photo opportunities with Santa inside the Goodson...

Guests can gather on the Green and in the Center Courtyard to watch the tree lighting and enjoy a tribute to veterans featuring a Color Guard ceremony and a National Anthem soloist. Families can visit with Santa, write letters to...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Chester VA USA Tacky Light Tour. This self-guided driving tour invites visitors to explore a collection of homes adorned with dazzling and creative Christmas light displays. From synchronized light shows to...

Step into a wonderland of holiday cheer at the CarMax Tacky Light Run! This unique 6k event invites participants to experience the vibrant 'tacky light' tradition of Richmond by running or walking through neighborhoods illuminated by millions of dazzling, over-the-top...

Experience the magic of the holiday season in Hopewell with the annual Tour of Lights. This free, self-guided event invites residents and visitors to drive through neighborhoods and marvel at the dazzling displays of festive lights and creative decorations. It's...

Step into a enchanting winter wonderland at The Coleman Nursery Collection. This event transforms the space into a festive spectacle, perfect for soaking in the holiday cheer. Discover a curated collection of decorations and displays that capture the magic of...

Busch Gardens Christmas Town transforms into a winter wonderland with over ten million twinkling lights, making it one of North America's largest holiday light displays. Visitors can enjoy festive shows, meet Santa Claus and his elves, and ride over 25...

Step into a winter wonderland at Virginia's longest-running holiday drive-through light show. This spectacular event features two miles of enchanting displays, brought to life with over a million lights. Journey through whimsical scenes, including light tunnels and simulated snowfall, all...

Step into a world of enchantment at NlightN – Lights at the Fountain. This magical holiday experience transforms the City Center at Oyster Point's fountain plaza into a dazzling spectacle of lights and decorations. Be mesmerized by a synchronized light...