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What to do in December

Mistletoe Market is the place to experience a traditional German market at Busch Gardens. This place is also great to find unique Christmas presents. (Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens)
Mistletoe Market is the place to experience a traditional German market at Busch Gardens. This place is also great to find unique Christmas presents. (Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens)

The holidays are finally here. The temperatures have definitely dropped, but that does not mean the festivities will either. It’s the time to be grateful and to spend time with families.  Here are some ideas for the month of December.

1)      Bull Run Festival of Lights

Every year, Bull Run Regional Park holds a grand display of holiday lights featuring snowmen, to elves, to Santa. There are over 40,000 lights set to music. After viewing the 2.5-mile show, be sure to visit the Winter Wonderland Village, which has amusement rides, food, and more.

To find out more information, go to: http://www.bullrunfestivaloflights.com/

Mistletoe Market is the place to experience a traditional German market at Busch Gardens. This place is also great to find unique Christmas presents. (Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens)
Mistletoe Market is the place to experience a traditional German market at Busch Gardens. This place is also great to find unique Christmas presents. (Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens)

2)      Busch Gardens  Christmas Town

Everyone’s favorite amusement park is transformed into a Christmas wonderland. Christmas Town features many holiday treats, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Christmas-themed performances at the Abbey Stone Theatre, a spectacular light show, and more.

To find out more information, go to: http://seaworldparks.com/en/christmastown-williamsburg

3)      City of Fairfax’s Festival of Lights and Carols

This two-day festival features a lunch with Santa, live holiday music, an animated light display, candlelight tours, and more.

To find out more information, go to: http://www.fairfaxva.gov/about-us/special-events/festival-of-lights-and-carols

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