Ready to get out of the house and take a day trip?  There are plenty of fun things happening around Locust Grove, VA in December to help put your family in the holiday mood. Put one of these on your schedule!

-Visit a Christmas Tree Farm Stonehearth Christmas Tree Farm in Madison has plenty of trees to pick from and Santa visits on the weekends. Elysium Tree Farm in Rapidan offers six varieties of trees, pre-cut or pick your own, and free cookies and hot cider for all your hard work.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town Featuring one of the best Santa experiences, Christmas Town is great for all ages. There are rides, shows, and delicious hot chocolate. The park is completely lit up in gorgeous lights that make you never want to leave.

-5K Family Reindeer Romp For all running abilities, this Woodbridge event n December 18th would be a great way for all family members to be active. Enjoy some hot cocoa after the race.

-Fredericksburg Drive In Holiday Movie Introduce the family to the drive in movie theater at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg. Admission is free!

-Parades! Both Culpeper and Fredericksburg have parades. Culpeper’s is on December 5th and Fredericksburg is on the 4th. Afterwards stroll through the streets, shop the local businesses, and admire the decorations.