This weekend might be the busiest of the season for all things holiday-related around Reston. Here is a lineup of events, all happening over the next few days. Did we miss any? Add them in the comments.
Jingle on Lake Anne
Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 pm.
Lake Anne Plaza
Free
Outdoor festival with carols, a petting zoo, a holiday crafts market and Santa Claus arriving by barge at noon.
Gifts From the HeART
Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reston Community Center Lake Anne
Free
Shop for gifts at this fair featuring local artists in a variety of mediums. Ten percent of proceeds will benefit Cornerstones.
Alternative Gift Fair
Unitarian Universal Church in Reston, 1625 Wiehle Ave.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free
Shop 30 booths with crafts and alternative gifts benefitting local and international nonprofits.
Reston Chorale’s “The Wonder of the Season”
Saturday, 4:40 and 7:30 p.m.
Reston Community Center Hunters Woods
Cost: $25, Adult (18-61); $20, Seniors (62+); Free, 17 and under with adult or senior ticket holder. (Tickets Required)
The Reston Chorale presents its annual holiday concert featuring Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Run With Santa 5K
Sunday, 8:30 a.m.
Reston Town Center
Cost: $40
Don a holiday-themed or your regular running gear for this race, which will also feature a kids’ fun run. Online registration closed. Registration available on race day.
Walker Nature Center Holiday Open House
Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Dr.
Free
Bring the whole family for holiday music, refreshments and nature activities.
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