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Planes, Trains and Santa 2026 (Virginia Beach)
November 27 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kick off the holiday season at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, where Santa arrives in style aboard a vintage airplane.
Santa lands at 10 a.m. each day (weather permitting). Families can take photos with Santa, explore the museum’s vintage aircraft and enjoy elaborate model train displays with miniature villages and holiday scenery. The museum is also collecting toys and donations for those in need, and the gift shop is open.
When: November 27, 28 and 29, 2026, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Military Aviation Museum, 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach
Tickets: Attendance is limited to 1,300 guests per day to keep the experience special for little ones, so buy tickets online ahead of time: Military Aviation Museum tickets