Get ready for a wonderful winter holiday experience! The Fairfax County Park Authority’s holiday and winter programs are here, and registration is open for select festive events that have become traditions for families all across the county. Don’t miss out on the chance to bring a little extra sparkle to your season.

Some of the Park Authority’s featured events include:

Experience the Holidays at Colvin Run Mill

Embrace the spirit of yesteryear with festive activities at this historic site. Join us for lantern tours, a children’s holiday shopping experience and meet Santa himself! 

• Holiday Lantern Tour: Dec. 6-7, 5:30 or 6:30 p.m., $12
• Children’s Holiday Shopping at Historic Colvin Run: Dec. 7-8, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $7
• Santa at the Mill: Dec. 14 (3-5:30 p.m.) & Dec. 15 (2-4:30 p.m.), $10
• Sensory-Friendly Santa at the Mill: Dec. 14 (12:30-2:15 p.m.) & Dec. 15 (11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.), $40 per group (up to five in a group)

Register for holiday activities at Colvin Run Mill

Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park

Celebrate the holidays with an evening of wagon rides, animal interactions and visits with Santa. Enjoy food, indoor activities, and cozy campfires.

• Dec. 6-7, Dec. 13-14, Dec. 20-21, 4:30-7:30 p.m., $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Register for Holiday on the Farm

Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park

Climb aboard the Holiday Express for a train ride, spin on the Carolers Carousel, play Gingerbread Man Golf and savor s’mores by the fire. Meet Santa, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the season’s warmth. 

• Weekends: Dec. 7-8, Dec. 14-15, Dec. 21-22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Register for Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park

The fun doesn’t stop here! For a complete list of upcoming festivities, check out our Holiday Sneak Peek and secure your spot in the season’s most magical events.