Winter Walk of Lights Opens This Week In Vienna

VIENNA, VA—Halloween has come and gone, so that means Christmas is coming out in full force. If you're in the holiday spirit, one of Northern Virginia's favorite traditions returns this week.

The Winter Walk of Lights at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna will hold its grand opening Friday, Nov. 10. Every year from November until Jan. 7, 2018, the garden is transformed into a half-mile, festive walk of lights. It's quite popular among locals, as 75,000 visited the display last year.

Upon arrival, visitors can see favorites such as the Lakeside Lights, the Fountain of Lights, and the Holiday Nature Walk while checking out new displays. Then finish off the visit by roasting marshmallows and enjoying a hot drink by the fire.

The event includes a Snowflake shop selling light-up jewelry, hats, wands and more. Refreshments such as hot chocolate, coffee, hot cider, a s'more kit, popcorn and marshmallows are available for purchase.

Daily hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m., and the last tickets are sold at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $13 for adults and $8 for kids ages three-12, and parking is free. Tickets can sell out fast on site, so visitors are encouraged to buy in advance. Purchase tickets here.

Winter Walk of Lights is located at 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna. Check out its Facebook page for special events and more information.

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