Christmas Celebrations 2008: Western Loudoun County Virginia

Beautiful Loudoun County in Northern Virginia is home to many unique small towns and villages that celebrate the holiday season. Community parades, tours and markets dot the piedmont landscape within Western Loudoun's gorgeous rural setting. Loudoun County offers a convienient destination for day trippers from Washington, DC to enjoy authentic small-town celebrations. The following is a list of Christmas and holiday events in Western Loudoun for 2008. No admission is required for entrance to these events.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Lovettsville Annual Holiday Walking Tour - 7:00pm to 9:00pm, starts at BB&T Bank

Walking tour of Lovettsville lead by a local town historian. Local businesses will be open for the event with snacks and store specials. Sponsored by the Lovettsville Business Association.

Friday, December 5, 2008

Leesburg Tree Lighting - 6:00pm to 7:00pm, Town Green

Annual tree lighting ceremony featuring music from local choirs.

Lovettsville Annual Tree Lighting - Starts at 7:00pm, Lovettsville Town Square

Annual tree lighting ceremony featuring music from local choirs.

Saturday, December 6, 2008

Leeburg "Holidays in Leesburg" - 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Downtown Leesburg

Free events culminating in a Holiday Parade (7:00pm, Ida Lee Park to Fairfax Street). Take a carriage ride through the historic streets, play carnival games, and be entertained by performers. Meet Santa over a cup of steaming hot chocolate.

Lovettsville Christkindlmart - 11:00am to 7:00pm, Lovettsville Protective Game Association

First annual traditional open air Christmas market, featuring German food, crafts and entertainment, plus local gift vendors. Featuring a carousel, Nutcracker Ballet, music, gluhwein (for the adults) and more.

Middleburg "Christmas in Middleburg" - 8:00am to 4:00pm, Town of Middleburg

Come to the pinnacle holiday event in Virginia hunt country: The Hunt, a parade featuring more than 100 riders and hounds in full hunt regalia (11:00am). Enjoy hayrides through the town (11:30am to 2:00pm). Also featuring the town Christmas Parade (3:00pm), and Flower and Crafts shows (10:00am to 5:00pm).

Waterford "Christmas at the Mill" - 11:00am to 7:00pm, The Mill in Waterford

Shop for traditionally handcrafted gifts within the unique, antique setting of the Waterford Mill.

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Lucketts Community Tree Lighting - 7:00pm to 8:30pm, Lucketts Community Center

Featuring a bonfire, hot chocolate, and music and caroling lead by a local children's chorus.

Waterford "Christmas at the Mill" - 11:00am to 7:00pm, see information above

Friday, December 12, 2008

Purcellville Christmas Light Trolley Tour - 6:00pm to 9:00pm, Leaves from Town Gazebo

Second annual Christmas lights tour! Ride the trolley throughout town for the best view of Purcellville's historic homes and most festively decorated neighborhoods. Leaves every 30 minutes from the Twon Gazebo on 21st street downtown. Groups of 8 or more must register in advance by calling (540) 751-2326.

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Hillsboro "Christmas in Hillsboro" Annual Craft Fair - 9:00am to 5:00pm, Old Stone School

High end crafts and gifts of all kinds set in Hillboro's historic Old Stone School. This is the first event in the School since it was damaged by fire in May 2008. The Craft Fair is free; tickets for the annual Homes Tour, held the same day, will be for sale.

Purcellville "A Christmas to Remember" Events- 7:30am to 8:00pm - Purcellville

The town of Purcellville is hostings multiple events today (free and admission) for people of all ages. Free events include: Children's Ornament Decorating (to be displayed on Town Tree) at Purcellville Train Station (9:30am to 2:30pm, 200 N. 21st St.) Outdoor holiday performance at the Town Hall by Chorus of the Old Dominion (10:30am). Model Railroad Display in the Town Hall (10:30am to 3:30pm). Christmas Parade, from the Purcellville Train Station to Loudoun Valley High School (11:00am to 12:00pm). Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Train Station (cameras welcome, 12:30am to 2:30pm). Christmas Tree Lighting (6:00pm). Other (paid and free) events include pony rides, folklore and a Christmas Play.

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Purcellville Christmas Light Trolley Tour - 6:00pm to 9:00pm, see information above