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2022 Holiday Events

Recurring Events: November – January

  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. November 11, 2022 to January 8, 2023 open daily from 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. November 11, 2022 to January 8, 2023 this attraction features a two–and-a– half mile drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. This attraction is open Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. nightly. From November 11, 2022 to January 8, 2023, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.
  • Busch Gardens Christmas Town in Wiliamsburg, VA is a highly recommended holiday experience. Runs on select nights between November 11, 2022 to January 8, 2023. Advance ticket specials as low as $25.
  • Seasons Greenings and Outdoor Model Trains will be on view at the U.S. Botanic Garden daily between Thanksgiving Day and January 2, 2023. Hours are 10 am – 5 pm and admission is free. The exhibit and trains are closed on Christmas Day.
  • Kings Dominon celebrates Winterfest in Doswell, VA (near Ashland and a quick drive from Richmond, VA) on select nights between November 25 to December 31, 2022. Tickets begin at $32. The event includes seasonal light displays, rides and attractions, performances, character meet and greets, ice skating (additional fee), cookie decorating (additional fee) and a parade. There are fireworks on New Year’s Eve. I highly recommend this family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration!
  • The National Zoo’s ZooLights is back in Washington, DC. The walk-through lights attraction will operate on select nights from 5 pm to 9 pm November 25 – December 30. The event also features live musical performances. Admission is free but tickets are required. There is a flat-rate parking fee of $30 and daytime parking tickets are not valid for ZooLights Parking. The nearest Metro stop is Woodley Park Zoo. Dates: 11/25, 26, 27. 12/2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20,21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30.
  • Holiday Lights on the Farm is a mile-long drive-through light show at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon, Virginia. Reservations available weekends November 26 – December 19. Timed entry tickets are $20/per car (maximum 15 people) purchased online or $25 at the gate. Wagon rides are available for $150 for up to 20 passengers.
  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. Saturdays and Sundays, December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. Fridays and Saturdays December 2, 3, 9, 10 and 17. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.
  • The National Christmas Tree and nightly Pageant of Peace on The Ellipse: The tree will be lit on Wednesday, November 30 and will open to the public from December 1, 2022 until January 1, 2023. The outdoor music performances that were usually scheduled have been suspended for another year, due to the Pandemic. The National Tree and state trees may be viewed until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 pm Saturday and Friday.

Cool Yule Tip: Bringing your own water, hot chocolate or snack is a good idea! There aren’t a lot of food options (or bathrooms) available. There is a Pot Belly Sandwich shop near the White House that may be open. Typically, there is a concession stand but it’s pricey and not very good.

  • The Capitol Tree The outdoor tree is lit typically the day after the National Christmas Tree and remains on public display, lighted from dusk to 11 pm, December 1 – 31, 2022. West Lawn, U.S. Capitol. Washington, DC.

Cool Yule Tip: There is very little parking, but the Capitol South metro station (Orange, Silver and Blue lines) is nearby. Look for outdoor trains which may be running in the Botanic Garden.

  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. Saturdays and Sundays, December 3 – 18. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • The Fairfax City Holiday Market is a free outdoor event running the first two weekends in December in the historic section of Fairfax City, featuring craft vendors, musical performances and refreshments for sale. Address is Old Town Square, 10414 North Street, Fairfax City, VA. The schedule for December 2 – 4 and December 9 – 11 is as follows: Fridays 5 pm – 8 pm, Saturdays 12 Noon – 6 pm and Sundays 12 Noon to 6 pm.
  • Oak Marr Mini-Golf presents Candy Cane Lane – outdoor mini golf with Christmas decorations, weekends between December 3 – 31. $10.

🦃 November Events 🦃

Saturday, November 5

  • Gratitude Rocks. Paint and take home a rock with a thankful theme. Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. All ages. 10:30 – 11:30 am. Free; no registration required.
  • Hike and take home craft to be thankful for nature. Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield, VA. 1 pm – 2:30 pm. Ages 3 – Adult. $10/person; register online.

Sunday, November 6  Daylight Savings Time “Fall Back”

  • Coping with the Holidays Workshop. Oakton United Methodist Church. 4 pm – 5:30 pm. 2951 Chain Bridge Road, Oakton, VA. $15.

Friday, November 11 Veteran’s Day

  • Tysons Corner VIP Santa Arrival Benefitting St Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Sign up in advance for a reseveration for each child in your party; reserve on Eventbrite. A minimum $10 donation per person is required to attend this VIP event; show your receipt donation at the check in table. If you would like to donate to St. Jude, you text HEART to 707070. Tysons Corner Center, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons Corner, VA.
  • Northern Virginia Christmas Market. 10 am – 6 pm. Dulles Expo Center. 4320 Chantlly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA. $8 Adults, children 12 and under are free. Free 2nd day return pass.

Saturday, November 12

  • Northern Virginia Christmas Market. 10 am – 6 pm. Dulles Expo Center. 4320 Chantlly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA. $8 Adults, children 12 and under are free. Free 2nd day return pass.
  • Thanksgiving Craft: Popsicle Stick Turkey. Kingstowne Library, Alexandria, VA. 10:30 am – 11:30 am. Preschoolers and school-age children. Free but registration required.
  • The Nutcracker Story and photo opportunity (for little ones, ages 3-5, with caregiver). Sherwood Regional Library, Alexandria, VA. 10:30 am – 11 am.
  • The Nutcracker: Short Story and Ballet. Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. 2 pm – 3 pm.  Q&A with dancers and learn some steps. All ages. Free but registration required.

Sunday, November 13

  • Northern Virginia Christmas Market. 10 am – 5 pm. Dulles Expo Center. 4320 Chantlly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA. $8 Adults, children 12 and under are free.

Monday, November 14

  • Sew a Gift Bag. 2 pm – 3:30 pm. Sewing machines and material provided. Sherwood Regional Library, Alexandria, VA. Adults. Free but registration required.
  • Pumpkin Crafting. 7 pm – 8:30 pm. Great Falls Library, Great Falls, VA. Teens and Adults. Free, no registration required.

Tuesday, November 15 National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day

  • Thanksgiving Feast. The Shepherd Center of Northern Virginia, a nonprofit organization serving older adults to enable them to age in place, and the Vienna Community Center present a Thanksgiving feast with music 12 pm – 2 pm at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street, Vienna, VA. $15. For tickets, call (703) 281-0538 or purchase online.

Wednesday, November 16 My son’s birthday 🙂

  • Make Holiday Jewelry. 3 pm – 5 pm. Kings Park Library, Alexandria, VA. Adults. Free but registration required.

Thursday, November 17

  • Leonids Meteor Showers

Friday, November 18

  • Tysons Corner Mall Tree Lighting 6 pm. Tysons Corner Center Plaza (outdoors), Vienna.

Saturday, November 19

  • Letters to Santa. Write and decorate a letter to Santa (free, but children and adults must register). Reston Community Center (Hunters Woods) 9:30 am – 11:00 am.
  • Fairfax City 36th Annual Holiday Craft Show. 10 am – 5 pm. Fairfax High School, 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA. $5 admission fee.
  • Ornament Painting. 1:30 pm – 2 pm. Tysons-Pimmit Library, Vienna. All ages, free, no registration required.

Sunday, November 20 President Biden’s Birthday

  • Fairfax City 36th Annual Holiday Craft Show. 10 am – 3 pm. Fairfax High School, 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA. $5 admission fee.
  • Make Room for Turkeys. Ellanor C. Lawrence Nature Center, Chantilly, VA. Learn about the role of turkeys in different cultures and how habitat restoration helps them prosper. Ages 7 to Adult. 3 pm – 4 pm. $8/person; register in advance.

Cool Yule Tip: To send a Christmas Card to President Biden and First Lady Biden, be sure to put your name and return address on the envelope and address it to: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20500. If you are lucky, you might receive a Christmas card in return! I did! 🙂

Tuesday, November 22 Nat. Cranberry Relish Day

Thursday, November 24 Happy Thanksgiving!

  • Macy’s Day Parade 9 a.m. – Noon. NBC. If you don’t have broadcast television, you can watch this NBC broadcast on your computer by purchasing a month’s premium subscription to Peacock TV ($5). It’s worth it because you will get access to a lot of other holiday programming.
  • Thanksgiving Service at Washington National Cathedral. 10 am – 11 am. It will be broadcast live online and you may also attend in person. The online service takes place in the Cathedral. You can see everything better than if you were there in person. It is broadcast live on YouTube.
  • Seasons Greenings and Model Trains at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, DC will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 10 am to 5 pm.
  • The Smithsonian Museums and the National Gallery are open on Thanksgiving (but crowded!)
  • Ice skate at Reston Town Center or Ice and Lights at Cameron Run in Alexandria
  • Remember that most of the local light displays and theme parks with Christmas offerings are open on Thanksgiving; see Recurring Events, above.

What stores are open on Thanksgiving Day?

Most specialty, department and “big box” stores, including Target and Walmart, will be closed. Some other stores are open, including: .

  • Family Dollar, Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Big Lots will be open
  • Bass Pro Shops (open at 9 am), Cabela’s (open at 9 am), Old Navy (open at 3 pm)
  • Most drugstores, including most CVS, Rite Aid and Walgreen’s stores.
  • Most grocery stores, from early morning to late afternoon (3 or 4 pm)

Liquor stores in Virginia will be closed.

Football Games on TV Thanksgiving Day

  • 12:30 p.m. ET: Buffalo Bills vs Detroit Lions (CBS)
  • 4:30 p.m. ET: New York Giants vs Dallas Cowboys (FOX)
  • 8:20 p.m. ET: New England Patriots vs Minnesota Vikings (NBC)

Friday, November 25 Black Friday

  • Reston Holiday Parade. 11 a.m. – 12 Noon. Market Street, Reston Town Center. Reston, VA. Free, all ages. Also: tree lighting, photos with Santa, sing-a-long.
  • Mosaic District Tree Lighting. 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Fairfax. Outdoor screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Fire Truck parade with Santa Claus. Free parking.
  • Old Town Alexandria Tree Lighting. 6 pm – 8 pm. City Hall Town Square, King Street. Features holiday performance.

Cool Yule Tip: The Reston Holiday Parade is like a little Macy’s Day Parade! It’s enjoyable. An outdoor ice rink is at the beginning of the route, near the Fountain.

Saturday, November 26 Small Business Saturday.

  • Holiday Kickoff at Fairfax Corner. 12 pm – 4 pm. Music, photo ops and activities. Free gift wrapping and hot cocoa while you wait. Stop by the Blue Ribbon Floral Truck and show your receipt of $25 or more from a retail store to receive a free gift between 12 pm and 3 pm. 4100 Monument Corner Drive, Fairfax, VA.

Sunday, November 27 First Sunday in Advent

  • Advent Service with carols at Washington National Cathedral. 4 pm. Attend in person or watch live online. Read about how Advent is celebrated with candles. And each Sunday of Advent, I will be feature a reading and Christmas carol on Cool Yule.

Monday, November 28 Cyber Monday

Tuesday, November 29. Giving Tuesday. Throw Out Your Leftovers Day.

Cool Yule Tip: Here are some worthy organizations deserving of your support.

🎄 December Events 🎄

Thursday, December 1 National Christmas Lights Day. National Mistletoe Day.

  • US Botanic Garden (online) Plant Science Conversations: Frankincense and Myrrh. 12 pm – 12:30 pm. Free but pre-registration is required.

Friday, December 2

  • Holiday and Gift Book Sale. Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. 10 am – 6 pm.
  • McLean Holiday Art & Crafts Festival. 11 am – 7 pm. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA. $5.
  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 5 pm – 8 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.
  • Dinner and a Movie with the Grinch. Get a headstart on your holiday shopping while your children 4 to 9 years old gather for pizza, Grinch-themed games, stories and a movie. Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods, 7 pm – 10 pm.

Saturday, December 3 Make a Gift Day.

  • 76th Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade. 10 a.m. – Noon. 9301 Center Street, Manassas, VA.
  • Scottish Christmas Walk (Parade) in Old Town Alexandria.
  • Holiday and Gift Book Sale. Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. 10 am – 6 pm.
  • Gifts from the HeART shopping event featuring original artwork and one-of-a-kind items. 10% of the proceeds will benefit the nonprofit organization, Cornerstones. 10 am – 3 pm Lake Anne Reston Community Center. Reston, VA. Free, all ages.
  • McLean Holiday Art & Crafts Festival. 10 am – 6 pm. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA. $5.
  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • Fairfax Festival of Lights and Carols (outdoor music and refreshments). 12 noon – 6 PM. Caroling at 5 pm. Tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA.
  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 12 pm – 6 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • S’mores Station on the Plaza at Fairfax Corner 1 pm – 4 pm. Gather around firepits and make s’mores; free fixings provided.
  • Make Your Sweater Ugly (Christmas craft). John Marshall Library, 2 pm.
  • The Wonder of the Season performance of holiday favorites by the Reston Chorale, Center Stage, Hunters Woods Reston Community Center, 4 pm and 7 pm. $25, $20 Seniors, free for military and 17 years and younger with a ticketed adult.
  • One Loudoun Holiday Tree Lighting. 4 pm. Ice sculptures and live entertainment.
  • Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. Potomac River Waterfront, Old Town Alexandria. 5:30 p.m.
  • Del Ray Holiday annual tree lighting, Menorah lighting and Christmas carols. 6 pm. Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues, Alexandria, VA.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.

Sunday, December 4 2nd Day of Advent. Nat. Cookie Day. Nat. Ice Skating Day.

Cool Yule Tip: USPS Operation Santa toy donations begin today. Donate a toy or gift.

  • Holiday Arts and Crafts Show 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, VA
  • McLean Holiday Art & Crafts Festival. 11 am – 4 pm. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA. $5.
  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Photos with Santa 11 am – 2pm. Old Town Square, 10414 North Street, Fairfax City, VA (kids and families).
  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 12 pm – 5 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • DIY Holiday bows. Drop in to learn to make bows for wreaths and gifts. 2 pm – 4 pm. Pockick Regional Library. 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA. Free for adults and teens.
  • Great Falls Celebration of Lights 3 pm – 6 pm. Annual tree lighting, petting zoo, hot chocolate and Santa and Mrs. Claus. Great Falls Village Field, Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA.

Monday, December 5 Nat. Candle Day. Intl. Volunteer Day. Comfort Food Day.

  • Holiday Bingo at Foster’s Grille. 5 pm – 7 pm. The Shepherd’s Center has organized a night of Bingo, 10 games/cards for $10. Be prepared to purchase dinner; 20% of the proceeds benefit The Shepherd’s Center. Holiday tops/sweaters encouraged. Foster’s Grille is located at 138-A Maple Avenue West, Vienna, VA.
  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.

Tuesday, December 6 St. Nicholas Day.

Cool Yule Tip: Read the legend of St. Nicholas and how Christmas stockings came to be.

Cool Yule Tip: In the spirit of St. Nicholas, this would be an excellent day to make unwrapped toy/gift donations to the needy through USPS Operation Santa or US Marine Corps Toys for Tots.

Wednesday, December 7 Full Moon tonight, known as the “Cold Moon.”

  • Holiday Luncheon with music and dancing (ages 18 and up). Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods 11:30 am – 2 pm (register in advance tickets $24 to $60).

Thursday, December 8  Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Brownie Day. Christmas Tree Day

  • Holiday Shop, Sip and Stroll at Fairfax Corner 6 pm – 8 pm. Check in at the welcome tent at the plaza and get a list of one-night-only deals; first 100 get a tote bag. DJ, s’mores, free gift wrapping service, photo ops and free drink voucher.
  • The Nutcracker (full-length), Conservatory Ballet, CenterStage, Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, Reston, VA, 7 pm. Fee TBA.

Cool Yule Tip: If you are getting a live Christmas tree, today would be an excellent day to purchase it. Be sure to water a live tree daily.

Cool Yule Tip: Make these peppermint chocolate brownies for Brownie Day and learn these tree decorating tips.

Friday, December 9 Christmas Card Day. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin’s birthday.

  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 5 pm – 8 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.
  • The Nutcracker (full-length), Conservatory Ballet, CenterStage, Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, Reston, VA, 7 pm. Fee TBA.
  • Light Up McLean Holiday House Decorating Contest. McLean, VA.

Cool Yule Tip: This would be an excellent day to mail your cards!

Cool Yule Tip: To send a Christmas card to the Governor of Virginia, address your card to Governor Glenn Youngkin, P.O. Box 1475, Richmond, VA 23218

Saturday, December 10

  • Fairfax County Day Trip to see Colonial Williamsburg’s “Grand Illumination. Fireworks, music and candlelit buildings. All events are outdoors. Bus pickup/return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 9:00 a.m., return 12 a.m.; Lee District Rec Center – depart 9:30 a.m., return 11:30 p.m. Registration begins August 2. Trip cancellation deadline: November 25, 2022.
  • Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market (outdoors). 11 am – 4 pm. John Carlyle Square, 300 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria. 100+ artistans and vendors.
  • St Paul IV Catholic High School performs holiday favorites at Fairfax Corner 1 pm – 2 pm and 2 pm 3 pm. 4100 Monument Corner Drive, Fairfax, VA.
  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 12 pm – 6 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • The Nutcracker (shortened performance for younger audiences), Conservatory Ballet, CenterStage, Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, Reston, VA, 11 am and 2:30 pm. Fee TBA.
  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • Origami Workshop – Holiday Ornaments. For participants ages 12 and older who have some experience with origami. Reston Community Center (Hunters Woods) 1 pm – 2 pm, $10 – $15.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.
  • The Nutcracker (full-length performance), Conservatory Ballet, CenterStage, Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, Reston, VA, 7 pm. Fee TBA.

Sunday, December 11 Third Day of Advent. Reindeer Day

  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Paws and Claus: Pet Photos with Santa. 11 am – 2 pm. Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA.
  • Swissmas and Christkindl Market. The Swiss Bakery and Pastry Shop. 11 am – 4 pm. Specialty shopping, live music, samples, gluhwein and hot chocolate. 5224 Port Royal Street, Springfield, VA. Free.
  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • Fairfax City Holiday Market (outdoors). 12 pm – 5 pm. Vendors, live music and food for sale. Old Town Square, 10415 North St. Fairfax, VA.
  • The Nutcracker (shortened performance for younger audiences), Conservatory Ballet, CenterStage, Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, Reston, VA, Noon and 3:30 pm. Fee TBA.

Cool Yule Tip: How to celebrate Advent.

Monday, December 12   Poinsettia Day. Decorate a Gingerbread House Day

  • Screening of the movie, White Christmas at Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods (Center Stage). All ages, free, but you must register in advance. 10 a.m., Reston, Virginia.

Cool Yule Tip: Today is the last day to donate new, unwrapped toy to Toys for Tots. In Fairfax County, drop off your toy at any participating fire station or drop-off location.

Cool Yule Tip: Learn how to care for a poinsettia.

Tuesday, December 13   Hot Cocoa Day.

  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.

Wednesday, December 14 Roast Chestnuts Day. Gingerbread Decorating Day.

  • Book Discussion of Agatha Christie’s mystery novel, Hercule Poirot’s Christmas, 1 pm – 2 pm. Patrick Henry Library, Vienna, VA. Teens and Adults. Free but registration required.
  • Trek Bicycle Arlington’s Holiday Bike Ride. 6 pm – 8 pm. Meet at Trek Bicycle 2731 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA to ride your bike along the Bike Arlington Holiday Lights route. Free, all skill levels welcome.
  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.

Cool Yule Tip: Today is the USPS recommended deadline for mailing holiday packages by standard post.

Thursday, December 15 Tea Day

  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.
  • Chanukah on Ice at Pentagon Row Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. 1201 S. Joyce St. Arlington. 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Lighting of 6 ft Menorah, raffle, skating $13 includes skate rental. Order a Kosher meal ($6) of hot dog, latkes, donut and water.

Friday, December 16     Ugly Christmas Sweater Day

  • Grinchmas Holiday Plaza Party at Fairfax Corner, 5 pm – 8 pm. Check in at the welcome tent at the Plaza for free, while supplies last, light up necklaces, green plush hats and glow in the dark cups, complimentary drink voucher, DJ and s’mores making, plus meet Mr. Grinch (really seems to be more of an adult event than for the kiddos!) 4100 Monument Corner Drive, Fairfax, VA.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.

Saturday, December 17   Pope Francis’ Birthday National Wreaths Across America Day.

  • Holiday Celebration at Fairfax Library. 10 am – 12 Noon. Spin the dreidl, make a greeting card or gingerbread craft. At 11 a.m, listen to the a concert of holiday favorites from the Mason Community Arts Academy. All ages, free, no registration required.
  • Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Daytime attraction: ride the Holiday Express Train and Caroler’s Carousel, play Gingerbread Man’s Mini Golf, visit with Santa, hot chocolate and more. 11 am – 5 pm. $15 advance; $20 walk-up. Register online.
  • Holiday Musical Performances at Reston Town Center Park. 11:30 am – 4:30 pm. Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (outdoors). Free, all ages.
  • Herbs and Spices for the Holidays.  2:30 pm – 3:30 pm. Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. Peggy Riccio explains the origins of allspice, cinnamon, clove and other holiday herbs and spices, and how to use them in your home. Adults. Free, no registration required.
  • Celebration Station at Burke Lake Park. 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA. Evening attraction: see holiday lights, ride the Holiday Express train and Caroler’s Carousel. 6 pm to 9 pm. $10. Register online.

Cool Yule Tip: To send a Christmas Card to the Pope, address your card to Pope Francis, Domus Sanctae Marthae, 00120 Vatican City State

Sunday, December 18 4th Day of Advent Hanukkah begins tonight. Bake Cookies Day. Answer the Telephone Like Buddy the Elf Day.

Cool Yule Tip: How to bake the best cookies

Monday, December 19 Holly Day

  • “Frosty” Live musical theater production for families. 4 pm – 5:30 pm. McLean Community Center’s Alden Theatre. 1234 Ingleside. McLean, VA. Tickets $10.
  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.
  • Chanukah Festival at the Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria. 201 S. Washington. St. Menorah lighting, music, cocoa, donuts and latkes. 6 pm. Free but registration required.

Cool Yule Tip: In the spirit of the day, put up a holly wreath or pin a spring to your coat 🙂

Tuesday, December 20 Go Caroling Day

  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.
  • The Menorah will be lit at the Clarendon Metro in Arlington at 6 pm. Also available will be cocoa, donuts and latkes. Admission is free but registration is required.

Cool Yule Tip: Today is the USPS recommended deadline for mailing holiday greeting cards.

Wednesday, December 21 Blue Christmas. Winter Solstice. Yule.

Cool Yule Tip: Make a Yule Log for dessert to celebrate the Solstice tonight! Or take some time to remember departed love ones: Blue Christmas ideas.

Cool Yule Tip: Today is the USPS recommended deadline for mailing Priority Mail packages.

Thursday, December 22 Nat. Christmas Cookie Exchange Day

  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.

Friday, December 23 Nat. Christmas Movie Marathon Day. Festivus,  Nat. Pfferneusse Day, New Moon

  • NORAD Santa Tracker goes live at midnight.
  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.

Saturday, December 24. Christmas Eve. Nat. Egg Nog Day. Dr Fauci’s Birthday.

  • Carolers with 42nd Street Singers. 11 am – 2 pm. Fairfax Corner (shopping center). 4100 Monument Corner Drive. Fairfax, VA. Last minute shoppers can get free gift wrapping with purchase from 11 am – 2 pm and free cocoa while waiting.
  • Water-skiing Santa and company…Alexandria Waterfront – 1 pm, with meet and greet by the waterfront Christmas tree. Masks are requested to be worn. Expect the Grinch!
  • Meadowlark Garden Winter Walk of Lights is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Vienna.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights (drive-through) is open 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advance. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Television:

  • 11:30 pm: Christmas Eve Mass (with the Pope) – NBC (also broadcast live online on YouTube)

Sunday, December 25 Merry Christmas! National Pumpkin Pie Day

  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

What else is open on Christmas Day?

  • Denny’s, iHOP and some Starbucks, McDonald’s and Dunkin Donuts.
  • Some of the larger hotels may be open for Christmas Day brunch.
  • McCormick and Schmidts, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Morton’s, Fogo da Chao, Macaroni Grill and other similar upscale chain restaurants will be open on Christmas Day.
  • You can visit the National Christmas Tree in back of the White House and the Capitol Tree from 10 am – 5 pm. It will be crowded, though!
  • The US Botanic Gardens will be closed (as will all DC museums) and the outdoor display with model trains will also be closed.
  • In Williamsburg, Christmas Town at Busch Gardens is open and I highly recommend it.
  • Kings Dominion Winterfest in Doswell is closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day but it is open on New Year’s Eve
  • The outdoor ice skating rink at Reston Town Center will be open from 1:30 pm to 11 pm. Even if you don’t skate, it’s fun looking at the skaters.

Monday, December 26 1st Day of Christmas. Happy Kwanzaa! Hanukkah ends tonight. Thank You Note Day. Candy Cane Day.

  • ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC 5 pm – 9 pm. Free but tickets are required. Parking is $30.
  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA.  5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.  Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Tuesday, December 27. 2nd Day of Christmas. National Fruitcake Day. Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day.

  • STEM Art: Snowflakes. 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. Children ages 5 to 9. Free but registration required.
  • ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC 5 pm – 9 pm. Free but tickets are required. Parking is $30.
  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Wednesday, December 28. 3rd Day of Christmas. National Call a Friend Day

  • ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC 5 pm – 9 pm. Free but tickets are required. Parking is $30.
  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA.  5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Thursday, December 29. 4th Day of Christmas. Still Need To Do Day

Recurring events…

  • ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC 5 pm – 9 pm. Free but tickets are required. Parking is $30.
  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.  Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advance. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Friday, December 30 5th Day of Christmas. Plan Your Resolutions Day. Bacon Day

  • Let’s Party! Children 7 to 11 years old will learn how plan, decorate and serve refreshments at this early New Year’s Eve gathering at Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods, 9 am – 4 pm. $50/for Reston kids/$75 for non-Reston-residing kids.

Recurring events…

  • ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC 5 pm – 9 pm. Free but tickets are required. Parking is $30.
  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Saturday, December 31. 6th Day of Christmas. New Year’s Eve. Champagne Day.

  • See next section!

🍾 New Year’s Eve and New Year Events 🍾

Saturday, December 31. 6th Day of Christmas. New Year’s Eve. Champagne Day.

  • Online Workshop: Moving Mindfully Into the New Year 1 pm – 3 pm. In this online workshop presented by the Washington National Cathedral’s Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage, participants will review the year that has passed, release what needs to be let go, celebrate the milestones of 2022 and reflect on their intentions for 2023 through guided meditations, reflections and shared rituals. Registrants will be sent information with a Zoom login prior to the event. Fees: $15/regular; $7/student, senior, limited income (note: I took this workshop a few years ago and it was great!)
  • You can ice skate* (or watch the skaters) at the Pavilion at Reston Town Center until 8 pm (Reston, VA).
  • Kings Dominion Winterfest* (Doswell, VA near Ashland and Richmond) is a fantastic, family-friendly New Year’s Eve experience! Expect ice skating (for a fee), amusement park rides, discounts on holiday merchandise in the gift shops, musical performances and fireworks at midnight. I recommend you reserve hotel rooms early and splurge on an igloo* for the evening as soon as reservations become available for protected seating in case of rain — *update: the igloos sold out in October!
  • First Night Alexandria in Old Town is back this year after a hiatus for the pandemic. The musical performances are indoors and you will need a pass for that ($50 for adults, less for others). The “party” is on the plaza in front of Town Hall (you will also need the pass for that) BUT those fireworks are free! There will be fireworks at midnight for about ten minutes, best visible from the waterfront parks and the Masonic Memorial in Old Town.
  • Party like it’s the ’80s at the sports bar, Ned Devine’s Irish Gastro Pub, with the throwback band, The Reflex. 9:30 pm – Midnight. 2645 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA. (This is the shopping center with the big clock). Expect a rowdy, drinking crowd.
  • A New Year’s Eve Maggiano’s Murder Mystery Dinner Event. 6:30 pm – 12:30 am. Maggiano’s Little Italy. Tysons II Galleria, 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA. Tickets $125.
  • Black Tie Gala at the Hotel Willard Intercontinental in Washington, DC. Expect a well-dressed crowd of young professionals. $145 desserts until midnight (no dinner), open bar, dancing to DJs and live bands, party favors, champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight. Pay more to get in earlier with dinner options.
  • A Night at the Theater Pricey ($$$) but…The musical Wicked is playing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm. The musical performance, A Jazz New Year’s Eve, plays at 7 pm and 9 pm. If you go, eat anywhere else BUT the Kennedy Center!

*Or attend one of these recurring events outdoors…

  • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
  • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. 2.5 mile drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
  • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. nightly. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Sunday, January 1 7th Day of Christmas. Happy New Year!

Cool Yule Tip: Don’t forget to eat your black eyed peas and collard greens for good luck and prosperity in the New Year!

  • First Day Hikes and activities at Virginia State Parks state-wide and Lake Fairfax in Reston, VA.
  • Busch Gardens Christmas Town in Williamsburg is open 2 pm – 9 pm today!
  • All of these are open through January 8!
    • Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA.  5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 500,000 LED lights and displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland, including a flowing stream of softly glowing lights, two-story animated fountain, and Gingerbread Village. The price of this event ranges from $16 to $20. Advance registration is recommended.
    • Bull Run Festival of Lights. Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville. Drive-through light display, walk-around winter carnival and Holiday Village with attractions, s’mores and Santa Claus. Fee per car.
    • Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run. Alexandria, VA. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. nightly. From mid-November to New Year’s Day, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Admission to village is $10. Skating and admission is $22 and tickets must be purchased online in advancel. 55×80’ Real Ice Rink, 20’ Walk thru Tree, 100’ RGB Lighted Tunnel, lit trees and winter displays, Fire Pits, Heated Igloos, Wreath Photo Op, Bling & Things Retail Shop, Slice & Ice- Pizza, donuts & more.

Monday, January 2 8th Day of Christmas; Motivation and Inspiration Day, Tournament of Roses Parade

  • Christmas Town Busch Gardens in Williamsburg is open 4 pm – 9 pm tonight.
  • Last day to see Seasons Greenings at the U.S. Botanic Gardens in Washington DC.

Tuesday, January 3 9th Day of Christmas

Wednesday, January 4 10th Day of Christmas and Weigh In Day

Thursday, January 5 11th Day of Christmas and Twelfth Night

Friday, January 6 12th Day of Christmas. Epiphany. Day of Los Reyes. Three Kings Day. Armenian Christmas.  National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day.

  • Christmas Town Busch Gardens in Williamsburg is open 4 pm – 9 pm tonight.

Cool Yule Tip: French-style King Cakes traditionally eaten on Epiphany are available for sale at La Madeleine bakery.

Saturday, January 7 Orthodox Christmas Day

  • Christmas Town Busch Gardens in Williamsburg is open 2 pm – 9 pm tonight.

Sunday, January 8

  • Christmas Town Busch Gardens in Williamsburg is open 4 pm – 9 pm tonight and tonight is the final night of the season.

Friday, January 20.

  • Lunar New Year Celebration at Reston Community Center, Hunter Woods. General public. Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with food, fun activities and prizes. Register through Reston Community Center website. 12 pm – 2:30 pm. $10 per person.

Sunday, January 22 – Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) – Year of the Rabbit

And so another holiday season ends…

Thank you for joining Cool Yule for the holidays!

See you again in November!

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