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One of the East Coast’s Longest Tubing Slope


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Did you know just an hour away is home to one of the longest tubing slopes on the East Coast? Packed with fun, find 12 tubing lanes, nearly three football fields long at Snow Riders in historic Harpers Ferry, WV!

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This newly built destination is packed with convenience. After a thrilling dash down the mountain, their Magic Carpet conveyor lift whisks riders and their tubes back to the top, ensuring 90 minutes of maximum fun! (Hey Moms! No tired kids after just one ride or two!)

Even better, there’s always snow! Even when Mother Nature doesn’t produce, Snow Rider’s modern snow-making brings the flakes! Opening soon, there will be a place to rest and grab a bite or drink to refuel at their restaurant and bar with a perfect view of the tubing hill.

For the little adventurers, a height requirement of 36” is in place, with tandem tubing available for those between 36″-42″.


Details:
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Dates:
Until late winter 2025; click for availability

Location:
Snow Riders • Harpers Ferry, WV

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Holiday Boat Parade @ The Wharf

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On December 7, 2024, visit the District’s waterfront for the Holiday Boat Parade! This iconic DC event is a great place to kick-off the holiday season, as it has grown to feature more than 60 beautifully decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel!

Additional festivities include fun for all ages! Enjoy ornament decorating and s’more roasting at the Camp Wharf fire pit. The 45′ Christmas tree is a perfect photo op, or stick around to find the jolly old man himself, as Santa will be there for some picture taking, too! Lace up your skates for a spin around The Wharf Ice Rink, or enjoy one of the many open restaurants.

The full event lineup of festivities can be found here. Dress for the weather and enjoy this annual event!


Details:
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Date:
Dec 7, 2024

Location:
The Wharf • Wash, DC

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Sledding Fun! Our Area’s Longest Run

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If you’re looking for a weekend trip the whole family will love, the longest sled run on the East Coast is just a few hours away! Join them for the season from December 19-March 2, 2025.

Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis, WV, boasts this sled run — one that is more than a quarter mile long! More than a groomed hill, the Blackwater Sled Run makes it easy to have fun over and over, too. Enjoy a conveyor belt ride — also called the Magic Carpet — to get back to the top easily. Ride up and sled down — it’s fun both ways!

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Located in the Allegheny Mountains, Blackwater Falls State Park is named for the amber waters of Blackwater Falls, a 57-foot waterfall. The park has 20 miles of hiking trails, multiple waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and more.

Make it a fun weekend with a start at the lodge at Blackwater Falls State Park, which offers 54 comfortable rooms with sweeping views of the densely forested gorge below. Built in the 1950s, the mid-century architecture conveys a sense of history and blends in with the natural surroundings. The view of the Blackwater Canyon from the back patio is almost as breathtaking as the park’s famous waterfalls.


Details:
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Dates:
Dec 19-Mar 2, 2025

Location:
Blackwater Falls State Park • Davis, WV

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Lighted Nights @ Claude Moore Park

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Nightly, from December 9-23, 2024, enjoy the glow and twinkle of holiday lights at Claude Moore Park.

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Stop by for a leisurely, self-guided stroll down Vestals Gap Road and into the park’s historic district. Plus, on Friday and Saturday nights, stay a little longer for a campfire, marshmallows, and hot chocolate.

This event is free for all ages (no registration required); park gates close promptly at 7 pm. In case of inclement weather, check Facebook for updates.


Details:
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Dates:
Dec 9-23, 2024

Location:
Claude Moore Park • Sterling, VA

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Holiday Walk of Lights @ Neabsco Park

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This season, from December 6-27, 2024, bundle up and get ready to stroll an almost 1-mile magical path of light displays at Neabsco Regional Park!

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This Woodbridge park lights up for guests to enjoy twinkling hand-crafted light displays on select evenings in December.

In addition to a dazzling light display, experience the magic of the holiday season with visits from holiday characters, joyful holiday music sung by carolers, and a Holiday Market on select nights!

Plus, December 10, 2024, is Sensory-Friendly Night, where families with special needs can experience the event with sensory needs in mind — smaller crowds, lowered music volume, and fewer flashing lights.

The free event is open to the public; no registration is required. For those wishing to participate in the Holiday Food Drive, bins will be located in the main Neabsco Regional Park parking lot each night to collect canned goods and non-perishables for the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry.


Details:
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Dates:
Dec 6-27, 2024

Location:
Neabsco Regional Park • Woodbridge, VA

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Live Holiday Shows

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The stages around the DMV have a little extra sparkle this season! Now’s your opportunity to enjoy a live show with a little holiday magic:


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Santa & Pancakes @ the Fire Station

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Santa Claus loves pancakes just as much as he loves cookies, which is why he’s excited to have them with you! He’ll be at the Ashburn Volunteer Fire Department’s Pancake Breakfast on December 8, 2024!

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Follow the reindeer tracks and swing by to enjoy a hearty breakfast complete with pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, juice, tea, and coffee before visiting with the jolly old man himself. Wear your holiday best, and be sure to bring your cameras to capture this holiday moment.


Details:
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Date:
Dec 8, 2024

Location:
Station 6 • Ashburn, VA

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Lunar New Year Celebration @ The Kennedy Center

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Your family is invited to celebrate the Year of the Snake at the Kennedy Center’s annual Lunar New Year celebration!

Hosted on January 25, 2025, on their Millennium Stage, this unique annual event features live entertainment, including lion dancing and more that highlight Chinese Culture. Stephanie Chou, a Chinese American jazz composer, saxophonist, and singer, offers this year’s featured musical performance.

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This unique event is in collaboration with the 1882 Project Foundation and The Music of Asian America Research Center. Advanced ticket reservations are recommended; link below.


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Date:
Jan 25, 2025

Location:
The Kennedy Center • Wash, DC

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First-Run Movies On the Big, Big Screen!

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Did you know the Airbus IMAX Theater at Udvar-Hazy houses the biggest IMAX screen in Northern Virginia?! It’s among the first in the world to feature the latest IMAX laser projection system, allowing audiences to enjoy the sharpest, brightest, and most vivid digital images ever!

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The theatre shows more than stunning educational films — see popular first-run movies, too! Click to see the most updated titles and more.

Parking is free at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center for any movie that concludes after 5:30 pm. If a movie ends prior to 5:30 pm, parking is $15 per vehicle.


Details:
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Location:
National Air & Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center • Chantilly, VA

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Festival of Lights & Carols

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On December 7, 2024, the City of Fairfax comes alive with the sound and sights of the season! There’s something for all ages, from live music and holiday activities to s’mores and hot cider.

After a full day at the holiday market or enjoying live entertainment (see the full schedule here), the evening concludes with a tree lighting ceremony accompanied by caroling.


Details:
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Date:
Dec 7, 2024

Location:
Old Town Square • Fairfax, VA

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