Experience the joy of the festive season in Richmond! Our guide has all the top exciting events. Whether you're a Richmond insider or an outsider looking in, this guide reveals the city's festive heart.
One of the highlights of the holiday season is the Dominion GardenFest of Lights, where vibrant displays and enchanting gardens come to life with twinkling lights. Additionally, the Tacky Lights Tour showcases the city's most elaborately decorated homes, providing a whimsical experience for visitors and locals alike. And the Lewis Ginter's Gardenfest of Lights is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring stunning light artistry that transforms the gardens into a winter wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Richmond
- Bizarre Holiday Market
- Fan District Holiday Tour
- Dominion Energy Christmas Parade
- Christmas Tea at The Jefferson
- The Nutcracker by Richmond Ballet (RICHMOND)
- Holiday Happenings at Maymont: Merry Market
- Let It Snow!
- Tacky Lights Tours
- Craft + Design Contemporary Craft Show
- Made in RVA Holiday Market
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Richmond Events Events
Bizarre Holiday Market (Richmond) • 0.4 miles
Richmond's premier handmade pop-up shop
Fan District Holiday Tour (Richmond) • 0.4 miles
Historic homes showcasing unique architecture
Dominion Energy Christmas Parade (Richmond) • 0.6 miles
Vibrant holiday parade with floats, balloons, and marching bands.
Christmas Tea at The Jefferson (Richmond) • 1.0 miles
Elegant holiday teas in a historic hotel setting.
The Nutcracker by Richmond Ballet (RICHMOND) • 1.4 miles
A classic holiday ballet performance
Holiday Happenings at Maymont: Merry Market (Richmond) • 1.5 miles
Richmond's premier holiday artisan market.
Let It Snow! (Richmond) • 1.5 miles
Beloved holiday musical tradition with sparkling vocals
Tacky Lights Tours (Richmond) • 1.6 miles
Festive bus tours of Richmond's wildest holiday light displays.
Craft + Design Contemporary Craft Show (Richmond) • 2.2 miles
Showcasing museum-quality craft from over 160 national artists
Made in RVA Holiday Market (Richmond) • 2.4 miles
Local artisans offering handmade holiday gifts
Church Hill Candlelight Walk (Richmond) • 3.0 miles
Historic gas-lit streets and caroling at Libby Hill Park.
Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights (Henrico) • 4.6 miles
Millions of lights and interactive displays in a botanical garden setting.
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