Dec 5, 2025 @ 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm
Naughty or nice? Santa's coming to town! Also known as the Tree Lighting, this Santa Lights Manassas event on the first Friday in December is held the evening before the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday. This event has been a Manassas tradition for over 30 years! Holiday musical performances kick off the event followed by Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving at the Manassas Railroad Depot on the VRE train shortly after 6 p.m. After the tree lighting, join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they greet children and listen to their holiday wishes at the nearby Santa Tent. Hop on a free wagon ride to get into the holiday spirit!
The Harris Pavilion Ice Rink will also be open as well as downtown shops, restaurants, and Echoes, the Manassas Museum store inside the museum.
