The Grinch is coming! Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage as The National Theatre in Washington, DC, presents "Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical," December 13-31, 2016. We have the details on the show below -- plus a chance for one of you to see the show for free (and take three guests) on opening night! See details below. The musical is based on the classic children's Continue Reading...
Practical and thoughtful teacher gifts from At Home stores
By Patricia Hall, Fairfax Family Fun The holiday season is upon us and that means that many people are out buying gifts. Most people are shopping for family and friends, but some also will be picking up items for teachers: this is a time when many like to express their gratitude, and it’s natural to want to give them something. But what do teachers really want? If you ask your teacher friends, as I did, then you know there is no doubt about Continue Reading...
Win tickets to the popular VRE Santa Train!
Did you miss getting Santa Train tickets? This simple but popular ride that Virginia Railway Express (VRE) hosts each year are, as always, sold out, but don't worry, we got tickets for one Fairfax Family Fun reader! Santa Train is a series of VRE trains that depart from some of its stations at various times on one day. This year the Santa Train rides are on Saturday, December 10, 2016, now departing from six stations! The program is a fun Continue Reading...
What’s new at Busch Gardens Christmas Town
By Patricia Hall, Fairfax Family Fun It often has been named the most beautiful theme park in the world, and that's during the regular operating season. During the holidays, Busch Gardens tops itself with millions of lights and decorations for the annual Christmas Town event. Open now through January 2, 2017, Christmas Town makes for a lovely way to get in the holiday spirit. This year, the theme park is giving visitors more attractions to Continue Reading...
See Christmas around the world at ICE!
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun Want to travel the world this Christmas? ICE!, the annual ice sculpture display at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center at National Harbor in southern Maryland has an international theme this year, and after touring it recently, I can tell you that it is simply adorable. Larger-than-life frozen ice figures "dressed" in clothing symbolic of their lands put a different spin on this bright and Continue Reading...
Winter Walk of Lights: Holiday beauty at Meadowlark
UPDATE DEC. 21, 2016: Win a set of passes to this beautiful event! See details below! By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com "Walking in a winter wonderland" is possible nearly every day this holiday season in Northern Virginia -- and snow is not required. If you want to experience a true wonderland this winter, a visit to the beautiful Winter Walk of Lights at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens is a must-do activity. This annual lights display Continue Reading...
Bull Run Festival of Lights: drive-through family fun!
UPDATE DEC. 21, 2016: Win a car pass to this amazing display! See details below! By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com You can't miss the lights while driving on I-66 (especially traveling east from Manassas): the Bull Run Festival of Lights is back! Visiting this annual holiday lights display at Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority's Bull Run Regional Park in Centreville is a tradition for many local families. This year, the Continue Reading...
VRE announces dates for Santa Train ticket sales
Originally published Oct. 25, 2016 By Patricia Hall, Fairfax Family Fun We don't like to put one holiday ahead of another one, so it seems odd to write about Christmas in October. But when it comes to the Santa Train by Virginia Railway Express (VRE), you have to plan ahead! Each year VRE hosts a series of “Santa Train” rides that serve as a public safety awareness campaign and a fun family outing. This is a very popular event that ALWAYS Continue Reading...
Santa photos take flight at Fair Oaks Mall Santa’s Flight Academy!
Thanks to Fair Oaks Mall for inviting us to Santa's Flight Academy! By Patricia Hall, Fairfax Family Fun Ready to visit Santa? And to get a jump start on Christmas photos and holiday cards? Santa has arrived at Fair Oaks Mall and will be there now through Saturday, December 24, 2016! The first-of-its-kind "Santa’s Flight Academy" debuts exclusively at Fair Oaks Mall this holiday season. The immersive holiday experience in the Grand Court West Continue Reading...
ICE exhibit will showcase world traditions
UPDATE November 15, 2016: Get a sneak peak at this year's show with the photos we recently added! By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com Whew! It is really hot out there this week! As the metropolitan Washington DC area suffers through a crushing heat wave this week, where the heat index is making temperatures in the 90s feel like they're actually in the 100s, suddenly winter is not looking so bad! Of course, when winter hits -- and this Continue Reading...
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