Clear the calendar!
Make room for fun times for all ages. From live music and festivals to arts and foodie events, check out what’s going on around the City of Manassas.
To find events at one of our performing arts venues, visit The Arts page.
From December 2 to 24, Historic Manassas and the shops downtown will be sponsoring the Elf on a Shelf Scavenger Hunt! Help Santa find his 25 missing elves while shopping for holiday gifts throughout Downtown Historic Manassas!
From December 2 to 24, Historic Manassas and the shops downtown will be sponsoring the Elf on a Shelf Scavenger Hunt! Help Santa find his 25 missing elves while shopping for holiday gifts throughout Downtown Historic Manassas!
From December 2 to 24, Historic Manassas and the shops downtown will be sponsoring the Elf on a Shelf Scavenger Hunt! Help Santa find his 25 missing elves while shopping for holiday gifts throughout Downtown Historic Manassas!
With Halloween days away, come to Downtown Manassas for the Kids Costume Parade, holidays arts & crafts, desserts and treats, plus a Pets Costume Parade! An afternoon full of fun for the whole family. Start the holiday shopping early and check out all the arts & crafts vendors!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2024 Winter Wonderland Train Show and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2024 Winter Wonderland Train Show and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2024 Winter Wonderland Train Show and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Get into the holiday spirit for a day of free festive delights celebrating the holidays with over 80 seasonal artisans, delicious food, Christmas music, and activities for the whole family — and the family pet! - Seasonal Artisans & Crafters: Discover handmade creations from local artisans and crafters, offering unique gifts for your loved ones. […]
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 […]
2025 marks the 79th Greater Manassas Christmas Parade and this year's theme is Elfin' Around Old Town! Always held the first Saturday in December, this annual event continues the tradition of gathering in Historic Downtown Manassas for the annual parade with marching bands, floats, high-flying balloons, and more. Start the holiday season right! The parade […]
Step into a horse-drawn carriage for a free magical ride through Downtown Manassas the first three Sundays in December 2025 (Dec. 7, 14, 21) from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. These rides start at the Manassas Railroad Depot and trot around the holiday-decorated City! Please note that ALL reservations for carriage rides have been FILLED!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2025 Holiday Train Operating Display with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2025 Holiday Train Operating Display with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2025 Holiday Train Operating Display with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
🚂 All Aboard the VRE Santa Train: Don't miss the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Santa Train 2025! Passengers young and old love this annual tradition of round-trip excursions to a local station. VRE trains depart from the Manassas Railroad Depot at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. Tickets ($5 per person cash or check, […]
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2025 Holiday Train Operating Display with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Crunch on some yummy cookies with jolly 'ol Santa at this fun, free holiday event! Make a memory with the kids!
Step into a horse-drawn carriage for a free magical ride through Downtown Manassas the first three Sundays in December 2025 (Dec. 7, 14, 21) from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. These rides start at the Manassas Railroad Depot and trot around the holiday-decorated City! Please note that ALL reservations for carriage rides have been FILLED!
Choo Choo! Marvel at the fantastic display of trains at the 2025 Holiday Train Operating Display with a variety of railroad-themed activities. This event is free for all ages!
Step into a horse-drawn carriage for a free magical ride through Downtown Manassas the first three Sundays in December 2025 (Dec. 7, 14, 21) from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. These rides start at the Manassas Railroad Depot and trot around the holiday-decorated City! Please note that ALL reservations for carriage rides have been FILLED!
