Virginia Beach — Plan a coastal weekend getaway to enjoy an all-new walking trail of holiday lights designed by light show experts James Bain and Ken MacMaster. The Virginia Aquarium nature trail will transform into a nighttime wonderland you won't want to miss.
Light Shows
Virginia’s light shows illuminate the winter holiday season with dazzling displays and festive cheer. From drive-through spectacles to walkable winter wonderlands, these events bring the holidays to life in every corner of the state. Plan your visit to celebrate the season with twinkling lights, enchanting scenes, and unforgettable memories.
Holiday Light Shows
Vienna — This Northern Virginia garden transforms into a half-mile animated light show during the holiday season. Put on your walking shoes and bring the family to experience a festive tradition.
Norfolk — Enjoy a million twinkling lights for a magical holiday experience as Virginia’s largest botanical garden transforms into a dazzling wonderland that celebrates four seasons.
Roanoke — Brighten your nights and explore your holiday spirit through a dazzling world of over 650,000 lights. Travel down the half-mile wooded path while taking in the sights and sounds of the season.
Norfolk — Celebrate the holidays at Nauticus and explore nine dazzling light trails throughout the Battleship Wisconsin, then experience the immersive waterfront Mistletoe Marina.
Doswell — Central Virginia’s largest drive-thru light show, this holiday extravaganza offers a million LED lights synchronized to Christmas music via your car radio.
Charlottesville — The beauty of light and the whimsy of nature intertwine at the Boar's Head Resort's annual Winter Wander. Enjoy an easy walking trail that spans nearly one-half mile around Heritage Lake.
Richmond — Take in millions of lights across the garden while exploring and celebrate the beauty and importance of interconnected environments.
More Holiday Light Shows
- Celebration in Lights – Newport News
- Bull Run Festival of Lights – Manassas
- High Country Lights – Galax
- Celebration of Holiday Lights – Staunton