Press release:
Prince William County Parks and Recreation is hosting its 3rd annual Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Regional Park. The FREE lights display begins Friday, December 6. New this year: in addition to the dazzling light display, visitors can experience the magic of the holiday season with visits from holiday characters, joyful holiday music sung by carolers and an unforgettable holiday shopping experience on select nights. A special sensory-friendly night will be held on Tuesday, December 10. All dates/times and important parking information can be found at pwcva.gov.
Admission is free for this family-friendly event. All are invited to enjoy the beautiful hand-crafted light displays that will light up the park!
Visitors are encouraged to sign up for text alerts by texting the word “lights” to 703-382-6716 to stay connected with latest event information.
2024 Hours of Operation
Friday, Dec 6, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Characters, Carolers
Saturday, Dec 7, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Market
Sunday, Dec 8, 5:30-9:00 pm
Tuesday, Dec 10, (Sensory Friendly Event only*), 5:30-8:00 pm – Holiday Characters, Carolers
Friday, Dec 13, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Characters
Saturday, Dec 14, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Market
Sunday, Dec 15, 5:30-9:00 pm
Wednesday, Dec 18, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Characters
Thursday, Dec 19, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Market
Friday, Dec 20, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Characters
Saturday, Dec 21, 5:30-9:00 pm – Holiday Market
Sunday, Dec 22, 5:30-9:00 pm
Friday, Dec 27, 5:30 pm-9:00 pm – Holiday Market & Characters
Location
15125 Blackburn Road
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Free Parking Information
Shuttle buses will pick up and drop off at Neabsco Regional Park from the following lots:
15101 Blackburn Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Porter Traditional School (Unavailable December 6th)
15311 Forest Grove Dr.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Featherstone Elementary School
14805 Blackburn Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Important Parking Information
Parking at Neabsco Regional Park is reserved for those with a disabled placard or license plate ONLY. All others should park at the designated free parking locations.
No Parking at Rippon Lodge Historic Site
Free Shuttle Bus Available (No Animals Allowed)
A shuttle bus will be running continuously every 7 minutes to pick up and bring visitors to and from from the designated parking lots. The last shuttle picks up at 8:35 p.m., the lights turn off at 9 p.m. Each shuttle ride is approximately 2-3 minutes long.
Where to Park When Bringing Pets
For visitors who would like to bring their dog(s) to Holiday Walk of Lights, there are two options for parking:
- Park & Walk: Park at Porter Traditional School and walk to the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk using the sidewalk/crosswalk at Rippon Blvd & Blackburn Rd. (see map) (Unavailable on 12/6)
- Park & Ride the Cool Bus: Park at the small parking lot at Rippon Middle School adjacent to the ball field and ride the “Cool Bus”. Make sure to ride the “Cool Bus” back with your pet.
Pet Rules
- All pets must be on a leash.
- Please pickup after your pet (please bring your own waste disposal bags)
Food & Beverage
Concessions will be available onsite.
Restrooms
Portable restrooms will be available onsite.
