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  1. 2023 Holiday Light Displays in HRVA! (Many Thru Dec 31!)

    Our BIG LIST of Holiday Light Displays in Hampton Roads, VA!

    December 29, 2023
  2. Christmas Eve Holiday Fun! NORAD Tracks Santa!

    Join in the fun and help NORAD track Santa as he gets ready to make his BIG Trip!

    December 21, 2023
  3. ReindeerCam! Watch Santa Feeding His Reindeer!

    Check out the Reindeer Cam for Santa’s Reindeer!

    December 20, 2023
  4. Decorate Gingerbread Cookies (Norfolk)

    Join us at IKEA Norfolk on Sunday, December 10 in our Swedish Restaurant to decorate gingerbread cookies! We’ll provide the cookies, icing, sprinkles and candies. Each child will receive three cookies to decorate. Registration is required. Click here to register.

    December 7, 2023
  5. Upcoming Holiday Parades in Hampton Roads – 2023!

    Our BIG LIST of local Holiday Parades in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

    December 6, 2023
  6. Holiday Yule Log Bonfire at Town Point Park

    Free event this Saturday, the Holiday Yule Log Bonfire in Town Point Park! Santa will be there too!

    November 28, 2023
  7. 2023 Opportunities for the Kids to Holiday Shop!

    A list of local fundraisers and/or special events where kids can "shop" with a little assistance from Santa’s Helpers.

    November 24, 2023
  8. REMINDER! 2023 Salvation Army Christmas Assistance (& Deadlines)

    Salvation Army locations on the Southside are currently accepting applications for Christmas Assistance. Please share with those who could benefit from these programs during the holiday season!

    September 25, 2023
  9. Annual Christmas Tree Lighting (Smithfield)

    Join the Smithfield & Isle of Wight Tourism Department and the Smithfield Womans Club for the Annual event at Main Street Square stage at 228 Main St. Christmas carols by local pre-school children, the Smithfield High School Jazz Band, and […]

    February 22, 2023
  10. Santa’s Calling! Sign Your Child Up For A Call/Virtual Visit From Santa

    This year your child can receive a phone call from Santa for Free!

    December 2, 2022
  11. Extended – Busch Gardens Christmas Celebration 2020

    Busch Gardens has announced its Christmas Event for 2020 and tickets are NOW AVAILABLE!! Introducing Busch Gardens Christmas Celebration!

    December 31, 2020
  12. Kids’ Kindle Book: Quinn Saves Christmas

    Oh no! Santa’s list is gone! Curious snow fairy Quinn Shinyfrost and her elf friends are on a mission to find it.

    December 10, 2020
  13. Buffalow Friends & Family Christmas Event

    A wonderful resource for the Hampton Roads community. Registration is required for the Christmas Drive-thru.

    December 10, 2020
  14. Discount – Advent Calendars For Kids

    Counting down to the Christmas holiday can be REALLY exciting for the entire family and many families like to include Advent countdown calendars to mark each day with a special little gift.

    November 25, 2020
  15. Christmas with the Griswolds (Live Stream Event)

    Do your family traditions include spending some time with the Griswolds? Don’t miss this online event!

    November 12, 2020
  16. Kids’ Kindle Book: Rocky, The Rockefeller Christmas Tree

    An unlikely Christmas tree dreams of becoming the famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree in New York City. Come along with Rocky, Mary Louise, AJ, Mrs. Pickles and Bruce Spruce to New York City! The Kindle edition has special illustrations not in the hard back or paper book! The heartwarming tale touches on faith, believing in oneself, & persevering through adversity.

    December 1, 2019
  17. Kids’ Kindle Book: Twas The Night Before Christmas

    A Holiday Classic! This is the edition that is credited with having Santa stop smoking after 189 years and for taking a small bite out of history. The public health sector, parents, educators and grandparents have applauded and welcomed the addition of this child friendly edition.

    November 12, 2018
  18. Bedtime Story Suggestion: Mr Getaway and the Christmas Elves

    A classroom full of kids is excited that their substitute teacher, Mr. Getaway, is going to take them on a field trip. Mr. Getaway always has the something exciting in mind and this trip is not different –Santa’s workshop!

    December 13, 2017
  19. Bedtime Story Suggestion: Oh Dear, Said The Deer

    "Oh dear," said the deer, "I’m so cold, what a plight! I’ve searched for a hat, but none fits just right." On top of his head his big antlers grew, No hat would fit over them; what could he do?

    February 24, 2017
  20. Bedtime Story Suggestion: The 12 Days of Christmas

    "On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…" So begins one of the most famous Christmas carols in the English language…..

    December 7, 2016
  21. Bedtime Story Suggestion: Merry Christmas Little Hoo!

    It’s Christmas Eve and Little Hoo should be sleeping. But there are so many interesting noises! Are there reindeer on the roof and elves in the kitchen? Join your favorite owl and find out in this Christmas story that will make December bedtime more fun for toddlers, preschoolers and even big kids who can’t help but believe in Christmas magic.

    December 5, 2016
  22. Bedtime Story Suggestion: The Marvelous Mrs. – A Fun Rhyming Christmas Book About Gratitude

    So many wonderful things happen at Christmas time. The Marvelous Mrs. is a fun rhyming book for young children with a message about gratitude at this special time of year. This original read-aloud book is beautifully illustrated with hand-rendered watercolors.

    December 2, 2016
  23. Bedtime Story Suggestion: On The Run From Santa – Children’s Christmas Book

    Find out why Santa issues his first every TOY RECALL, and discover what happens next…

    November 28, 2016
  24. Planes, Trains and Santa 2016!

    If your child loves Planes, Trains, Santa, or any combination of the three you are going to want to check out the post-Thanksgiving event Planes, Trains & Santa! coming up at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach!

    November 23, 2016
  25. Bedtime Story Suggestion: The Magic Sleigh Bell

    The Magic Sleigh Bell is a fun, family-oriented story with a touch of suspense and a very happy ending that joyfully reinforces a belief in Santa Claus.

    November 15, 2016