Festivities abound in Virginia this time of year. Whether it's a small-town festival, a drive-thru lights display, or something else altogether, you'll find that there's no shortage of ways to embrace the magic of the holiday season. Perhaps one of the most epic traditions in our state is known as Christmas Town in Williamsburg, Virginia. Like the set of a Hallmark movie, this incredible Christmas display includes millions of lights, shops, attractions, activities, and more that will make all ages feel jolly and bright. Here's more on what you can expect when you visit the annual Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Virginia.
On select dates in November and December, head to Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia to see a positively dazzling holiday display: Christmas Town.
Featuring more than 10 million twinkling lights, Christmas Town is one of the largest holiday light displays in North America!
The moment you arrive, you'll feel as though you're on a holiday movie set.
So what exactly is Christmas Town? Well, to start, it's an immersive holiday experience where the beloved theme park is transformed into a winter wonderland. Rides, shopping, dining, and live, family-friendly entertainment are all yours to enjoy.
To see the town in all of its glory, you might opt for a gentle ride on the Nacht Tower, which will give you a bird's-eye view of the display.
So many festivities are bound to work up an appetite, and fortunately, there will be lots to feast on. From entire meals to Christmas cookies, warm drinks, and snacks, you'll find no shortage of delicious treats.
There's a lot to explore at Christmas Town, so be sure to bundle up and wear comfortable shoes. Trust us, you won't want to miss a thing!
Because in addition to all of those gorgeous light displays, you'll still want to experience all of the rides, shows, dining, and special events that Busch Gardens has to offer...all dolled up for Christmas, of course!
So if you're ready to embrace the spirit of the season, it's hard to imagine a more festive destination than Christmas Town at Busch Gardens.
While not a city you can pack up and move to, this jolly little "community" is something special! Have you ever experienced Christmas Town in Virginia? What are some of your favorite memories from this event? Feel free to share them with us in the comments - we'd love to hear from you!
Christmas Town typically runs from mid-November through the first week of January, but for more information, be sure to check out the official Christmas Town at Busch Gardens website. You can also follow Christmas Town at Busch Gardens for exciting updates and more photos.
If you want to see more dazzling Christmas lights in Virginia, take a drive on our Christmas lights road trip! Or, just hop on over to some of our favorite real-life Virginia Christmas towns for even more holiday festivities. Next, snuggle up in this warm and inviting cabin right near the park!
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