Bull Run Festival of Lights 2024-2025 in Virginia

A massive light display in Centreville, not far from Washington, D.C.

Dates: November 15–January 5

Bull Run Regional Park in Centreville, Virginia, offers a magical holiday experience from early November through early January, just 40 minutes from Washington, D.C. A beloved family tradition for over three decades, the Bull Run Festival of Lights enchants visitors with a stunning display of holiday and fairytale scenes. Guests can enjoy the festive route from the comfort of their cars, turning off their headlights and following the enchanting glow of the lights.

Event Highlights

The Bull Run Festival of Lights features a dazzling 2.5-mile (4 km) holiday light display, showcasing thousands of vibrant, shimmering lights. After driving through this festive wonderland, visitors can stop by the holiday village to enjoy carnival rides, grab some tasty snacks, and take photos with Santa Claus.

Holiday Village & Carnival

Holiday Village offers a lot of fun activities for all ages. To get into a cozy Christmas spirit, warm up by the bonfires, roast some s'mores, shop for holiday merchandise, and try a variety of free activities. Camel rides are also available. Weekends are usually rather busy at Bull Run Regional Park, so if you don't want to wait in line, come on weekdays.

The Holiday Village will be open from November 15 through January 5, welcoming visitors during the festive season. From Monday to Thursday, the village will operate between 5:30 pm and 9:30 pm, while on Fridays, weekends, and holiday nights, the hours extend from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. Holiday nights include special dates such as November 28 and 29, December 24 and 25, and January 1. Carnival will be open every night (weather permitting) from November 15 through January 1, except Thanksgiving, November 23.

Tickets

Tickets are priced at $30 if purchased online and $40 at the door. For larger groups, bus tickets are available at $75 for buses with 15 or more passengers. Tickets are offered nightly for two-time slots: 5:30-7:30 pm or 7:30-9:30 pm. Carnival pricing includes single tickets at $1.75 each, a sheet of 30 tickets for $40, and unlimited ride wristbands for $27 per person.