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via City of Virginia Beach It’s not too late to schedule a wonderful camping trip in Virginia Beach during the holidays. Indeed, some of the special local events extend past Christmas Day such as Holiday Lights on the Beach, which runs through December 30, and Busch Gardens Christmas Town, which runs through January 5. Winter Wildlife Festival Even in the coldest part of the year, you’ll find fun things to do here. January 25 to 27, are the dates of the Winter Wildlife Festival. The event presents opportunities to visit area nature settings in their winter glory and observe birds and seals. Some parts of the festival are free, while other parts require fees that range from $5 to $45. The location is the Princess Anne Recreation Center at 1400 Nimmo Parkway. Duck Donuts There is something about chilly temperatures that make you want to drop into a bakery for a warm treat. Duck Donuts has a well-deserved reputation for being the best place in town to indulge in th...

via Virginia.org Between now and January 5, Busch Gardens, the city’s wonderful theme park, will be aglow with millions of dazzling lights. While this attraction is fun any time of the year, it’s entrancing during the holidays. Be sure and visit, so you can enjoy the heartwarming shows, shop for last-minute gifts and savor festive food. Don’t leave without treating yourself to a mug of the park’s peppermint fudge hot chocolate. Tickets for a day’s visit are $54. The address is 1 Busch Gardens Boulevard. Jingle Bell Jam If you’re like most people, you can’t seem to get enough holiday music during Christmastime. At the Jungle Bell Jam on December 22, you can spend a most pleasant afternoon listening to jolly tunes performed by great local talent. Tickets range from $11 to $22. Showtime is 3 p.m., but preconcert activities start at 2 p.m. The location is the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts at 201 Market Street. Stay With Us The holidays are a great time ...

via Virginia Beach Down through the ages, people across America and Europe have been attending performances of The Messiah at Christmastime. The lyrics that tell of Christ’s birth, death, resurrection and triumphant return to Earth are set to brilliant musical scores that range from tender to majestic. Some feel that the work is the most exquisite piece of music ever written. There is no better way to remember the reason for the season than hearing this production by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Chorus on December 13. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets range from $25 to $47. The location is Regent University Theatre at 1000 Regent University Drive. Sage Kitchen’s Breakfast with Santa Mark your calendars for December 15 and 22, when Sage Kitchen at Anderson’s presents Breakfast with Santa. For a fee of $10 for children and $15 for adults, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast and take pictures with St. Nick. An additional fee of $15 will permit you the opportunity of engagi...

via The Christian Broadcasting Network Virginia Beach offers so many wonderful events during the holidays! One of the most magical is the CBN Christmas Village, which will be held on December 6 to 8 and 13 to 15. On these dates, the grounds of CBN and Regent University will become the scene of a multifaceted celebration guaranteed to make your spirits bright. It will feature a live nativity scene, a spectacular Christmas tree and carriage rides, as well as a marketplace, carnival rides and Santa’s Cottage. Also included are special performances by children’s choirs and musical groups. Visitors will even be able to sample German holiday treats. There is something for everyone. Admission is free. Hours are from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The location is 977 Centerville Turnpike. Santa’s Workshop On December 8, the Farmers’ Market will host Santa’s Workshop. This daylong delight will include a craft show, children’s activities, live music, food trucks and ice-skating. Hours ...

via YouTube Regardless of how many Christmas seasons of holiday music we’ve enjoyed, the old familiar tunes sound fresh each year. Music plays a major role in the magic and festive spirit that descends upon us in December. Home for the Holidays Concert If you love these songs, you won’t want to miss the Home for the Holidays concert on December 1. It will be a USO-style show performed by the Guava Jam Band. Admission is free. Hours are from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The location is the Virginia Beach Convention Center at 1000 19 th Street. Holiday Pops It’s very special to hear traditional carols and seasonal songs played by a symphony orchestra and sung by professional singers. On December 22, you can attend a Holiday Pops concert presented by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. The beauty and meaning of the music will fill your heart with warmth and joy. Tickets start at $27 and go up to $112. Showtime is 8 p.m. The location is the Sandler Center for the Pe...

via Events Management Group Among the pleasures of the holiday season, one of the most relished is shopping at crafts and artisan bazaars, where the eye is dazzled by beautiful handmade items. The joy of shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts for loved ones and friends can be yours when you attend the Virginia Beach Christmas Market on November 23 to 25. You can browse through the creative works of 250 artisans who offer Christmas collectibles, wooden toys, jewelry, stained glass, pottery and the fine arts. Undoubtedly, you’ll find a special something to use as a stocking stuffer or to adorn your home for the holidays. Admission is $8 for adults and $2 for children. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The location is the Convention Center at 1000 19 th Street. Holiday Parade Don’t miss the wonderful Holiday Parade at the Beach on December 1, when marching bands, dance groups and lighted floats will make their way down the oceanfront. Admission is free. Hours are from 5:30 p.m. ...

via Hampton Roads Visitor Every year, the locals look forward to Holiday Lights at the Beach, a festive display along the Boardwalk that features elves, fish, snow globes and much more. Beginning November 22, for a price of $4 to $5 per vehicle, you can drive right on the boardwalk through this delightful fantasy. Vehicles enter at 2nd Street, and the show starts at 8th Street. When you come, be sure and tune your vehicle’s radio to a frequency that plays the accompanying holiday music. The event is so special that it was listed in the “Top 100 Events in North America for 2011” put out by the American Bus Association. India Fest On November 10, the Asian Indians of Hampton Roads will host Indian Fest, a gala that showcases various aspects of this interesting ethnicity. You can enjoy Bollywood music and dances, as well as watch fashion shows and browse stunning jewelry. Best of all, street food will be available for purchase, including delicious curries and other dishes th...