The 2014 holiday season began with chilly temps, bright tinsel and a running gingerbread man on Market Street at Reston Town Center Friday.
Kids gathered at 8 a.m. to run the Gingerbread Man Mile. The 24th annual Reston Holiday Parade then marched down Market Street at 11 a.m. as the crowd welcomed Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as dozens of other bands, characters and entertainment.
The festivities continue Friday evening with the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m.