Holiday Lights in Hampton Roads

If you and the family want to get into the holiday spirit, look no further! We have rounded up some fantastic light displays throughout Coastal Virginia that are sure to dazzle and delight!

Garden of Lights at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens

Norfolk Botanical Garden: Garden of Lights

Through January 5
6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk

Join in the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of this award-winning light display! Stroll through the garden and be enchanted by over 1.5 million twinkling lights. For those who prefer not to walk, a mobility shuttle is available—just be sure to book it at least one day in advance. On Sunday evenings, bring your furry friends to enjoy the lights too! Dogs of members can enter for free with a paid ticket, while non-member dogs are welcome for $5 each with a paid ticket. Be sure to book your tickets early, as this popular event often sells out!

Holiday Lights at the Beach

Through December 31

5:30-10pm

2nd Street and the Virginia Beach Boardwalk 

Nestled along the Atlantic Ocean, this annual holiday light extravaganza transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland! This year, experience the magic with a Surfing Santa, vibrant color-changing archways, a dazzling 40-foot Christmas tree that dances to the music, the largest and longest curved LED Light Tunnel in the U.S., and much more. It’s a drive-through event, offering the rare opportunity to drive along the boardwalk—entering at 2nd Street and exiting at 33rd Street.

NlightN Holiday Light Shows

Through January 1
5-9:00pm

701 Town Center Drive, Newport News
Kick off the holiday season at City Center in Newport News with an evening of festive fun! Enjoy nightly light shows at the City Center holiday tree. The stunning LED tree features a vibrant digital display, lighting up the night sky with a spectacular display of color and creativity. There are also nightly light shows at the Downing-Gross Cultural Center, and two miles of holiday lights you can drive through at Newport News Park!

Busch Gardens Christmastown

Through January 5

1 Busch Gardens Boulevard, Williamsburg

Celebrate 15 years of Virginia’s largest Christmas event at Busch Gardens! The world-renowned theme park is transformed into a holiday wonderland with over 10 million twinkling lights. Take a leisurely stroll through the park, enjoy festive shows, indulge in hot cocoa and seasonal treats, and shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts inspired by timeless traditions. With more than 25 rides and coasters open throughout the season, there’s fun for the entire family to enjoy!


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