December is the perfect time to explore Virginia and D.C.- holiday lights, festive celebrations, and New Year’s Eve plans that practically sparkle. Skip the traffic and let Virginia Breeze get you there comfortably.
Why Ride Virginia Breeze During the Holidays?
Because it’s the one gift you don’t have to wrap.
- Skip the holiday traffic
- Save on gas, tolls, and parking
- Arrive rested, not frazzled
- More time for hot cocoa and hotter goss
Now, let’s look at what’s happening in each city along the Breeze – and how to ride right into the holiday spirit.
Valley Flyer
⭐ Staunton’s 50th Annual Holiday House Tour – December 6
Historic homes, festive decor, downtown charm – Staunton delivers that classic holiday feel without the hassle of big-city crowds.
Piedmont Express
⭐ Charlottesville Grand Illumination – December 5
Downtown comes alive with lights, music and the official tree switch-on. Great way to start the month on a high note.
Capital Connector
⭐ Dominion Energy Christmas Parade – December 6
Kick off the holiday season with the 42nd annual Dominion Energy Christmas Parade! You don’t want to miss an exciting parade line-up full of colorful floats, giant helium balloons, and Legendary Santa himself!
Highlands Rhythm
⭐ Food City Speedway in Lights at Bristol Motor Speedway – Nightly
Drive-through 4 miles of over 3 million lights. Big scale, bold sparkle, total win for a holiday outing you’ll remember.
Bonus Highlight: New Year’s Eve in DC!
🎩 Upscale NYE: Big Night DC at the Gaylord National Resort
Big Night DC is for people who want to ring in the new year with style, sparkle, and the faint hope they might run into someone who says, “You look AMAZING, what’s your secret?” (Your secret is: the lighting is dim and the champagne is doing the heavy lifting.)
🧳 Ready to Ride?
- Check routes & schedules at virginiabreeze.org
- Book early (holiday travel = seats fill fast)
- Pack a cozy layer, maybe something sparkly for NYE
- Choose your event vibe : Staunton, Charlottesville, Bristol, Richmond, D.C. and show up ready to celebrate
Make December easy, festive, and full of the moments you’ll remember.