Winterfest to light up Reston once again

Contributed by Reston Association

Reston Association announces the return of its beloved holiday tradition, Winterfest, now in its third year. This festive, three-night celebration will take place Thursday, Dec. 4 through Saturday, Dec. 6, 5 to 9 p.m., at Brown’s Chapel Park. Winterfest 2025 promises to be bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever before.

Winterfest 2025 promises to be bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever before. Guests will be welcomed into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a walk-through trail illuminated by thousands of holiday lights, the ever-popular Enchanted Forest with fully decorated trees sponsored by community groups, businesses, and families, and festive holiday carols. Visitors can enjoy fire pits with marshmallows, mulled wine, food trucks, browse the Vendor Village for holiday shopping, and take a free photo with Santa Claus. Families also will love the whimsical Grinch’s Village—and exciting new surprises are still being planned.

“Winterfest has become a cherished tradition for our community,” said Laura Kowalski, Director of Recreation Services. “Each year we aim to bring more lights, more joy, and more opportunities for neighbors to come together and celebrate the season.”

Winterfest also offers a chance to give back. Through the Enchanted Forest, decorated trees will be donated to families in need across Reston at the conclusion of the event, ensuring the spirit of the holidays reaches every corner of the community.

Winterfest tickets are available now at www.reston.org/winterfest. Admission is free for Reston Association members; non-members may purchase tickets:$20 for adults (18+), $10 for ages 3-17; free for ages 0-2. For more information, visit www.reston.org/Winterfest.