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Holiday Lights Merry Mile

Holiday Lights Merry Mile
November 22, 2018 to December 30, 2018
2nd Street & the Boardwalk

From November 22 through December 30, take a shiny journey into nautical, holiday, and adventure lands – all along the beautiful Virginia Beach boardwalk.  Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in bright, colored lights against the clear night-time sky, are the stars of Holiday Lights Merry Mile.  They are joined by Santa, elves, and a 40-foot tall Christmas tree erected on the beach and in the beautiful parks along the Virginia Beach boardwalk. event details

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Holiday Parade at the Beach

Holiday Parade at the Beach
December 1, 2018 – 5:30pm

Giant balloons, marching bands, lighted floats, equestrian units, fire trucks, performing dance groups, motorcycles, and more join forces to present a dazzling and entertaining night of fun for all ages!

And, best of all, Santa himself makes a grand appearance to greet all his loyal fans as the evening winds down and thousands of families take the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Virginia Beach oceanfront!

The parade travels North on Atlantic Avenue from 15th Street to 25th Street. The reviewing stand is located at 25th Street and Atlantic Avenue.


Stay with us here at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach Oceanside . Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel is situated directly on the Boardwalk on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach right in the heart of all the fun:)

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Thanksgiving in Virginia Beach

Come unwind and escape for Thanksgiving on the beach. Taste your way down the boardwalk, explore the beaches, experience great shopping and fun events. Come join us:)

Thanksgiving Events:

Virginia Beach Christmas Market
Nov 23- 25

The Virginia Beach Christmas Market features over 250 fine artisans and crafters from more than 25 states.Featured artisans will offer fine arts, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, wood, toys, photography, fiber arts, thousands of Christmas collectibles and much, much more.Whether you’re searching for unique one-of-kind Christmas gifts, personalized stocking stuffers, or a stunning floral centerpiece for the holidays, you’ll find it all at the Virginia Beach Christmas Market. event details

Holiday Lights Merry Mile
November 22, 2018 to December 30, 2018

From November 22 through December 30, take a shiny journey into nautical, holiday, and adventure lands – all along the beautiful Virginia Beach boardwalk.  Festive fish, musical crabs, and hard-working elves – all in bright, colored lights against the clear night-time sky, are the stars of Holiday Lights Merry Mile.  They are joined by Santa, elves, and a 40-foot tall Christmas tree erected on the beach and in the beautiful parks along the Virginia Beach boardwalk. event details

Best Thanksgiving Restaurants– Consider Swan Terrace Grill, The Back Angus, awn the Butcher’s Son for lunch and dinner Thanksgiving buffets.


Stay with us here at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach Oceanside . Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel is situated directly on the Boardwalk on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach right in the heart of all the fun:)

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Barrels, Brew & BBQ Festival

Barrels, Brew & BBQ Festival
Nov 9, 2018

Enjoy delicious BBQ & fixins, local wine and craft brewery tastings, live music, silent and 50/50 auctions, raffle, and games.

Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Norfolk, who supports families seeking medical care for their sick children.

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Stay with us here at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach Oceanside . Our Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel is situated directly on the Boardwalk on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach right in the heart of all the fun:)