Christmas in Virginia Beach

Christmas is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the beach. Beach lovers will enjoy the beauty of the beaches in a more mellow way then summer. Come enjoy the oceanfront Holiday Lights that light up the boardwalk with a a nautical and holiday fantasy of lights spread over a dozen blocks! The holiday season also features many Holiday events from Christmas concerts, parades, running events , food, shopping, and more.

Here are a few Christmas Events Coming up:

Virginia Beach Holiday Lights
November 23, 2017 – December 31

McDonald’s Holiday Lights at the Beach brings the joy of the Christmas season to Virginia Beach! Experience the new Enchanted Seaside Mile…a nautical and holiday fantasy of lights spread over a dozen blocks – from 8th Street to 22nd Street. This year’s light show will feature over 50 of our most popular, hand-picked displays along the boardwalk and beach. The entrance is at 2nd Street.

Jingle Bell Jam
December 10, 2017 , 3-6pm
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

Come experience a live concert performance by Santa Claus, himself, along with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra! This popular event is family friendly, so bring the kids. This Virginia Beach concert keeps coming back, year after year, and it’s really no wonder why. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra puts on an amazing show for everyone to love and share the holiday cheer. more details

Surf-n-Santa 5 Miler
December 16, 2017

Runners and race fans must check out this holiday run full of santas. All participants will receive a 5 piece Santa Suit and will set off into a nautical holiday wonderland against the Atlantic ocean. The event is held at twilight along the boardwalk so runners can enjoy a festive evening being mesmerized by the holiday spirit. This is not your ordinary marathon and always helps everyone get into the cheerful holiday spirit.

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:)