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Winter fun in Hampton Roads

Looking for fun things to do this winter near the Apartments at Spence Crossing? Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads have so much to offer year-round! Check out these seasonal activities around town.

Christmastown at Busch Gardens

Located an hour away from the Apartments at Spence Crossing, this annual holiday extravaganza never disappoints. This beautiful theme park transforms for winter with 10 million twinkling lights, visits with Santa, holiday shows and live entertainment, plus 25 rides and roller coasters! Check out Christmastown (and some other holiday attractions) in our previous blog post

Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Festivities

Whether you’re checking out the Grand Illumination fireworks at the Governor’s Palace, scoping out the unique holiday decor, or ice skating at Liberty Pavilion, there is fun to be had. Learn how early Americans in the 18th Century celebrated Christmas and experience traditional Christmas music and food throughout the historic area. 

Historic Cavalier Hotel

The Cavalier Hotel at the Virginia Beach oceanfront has a slate of holiday events! Reserve a heated igloo for dinner at Becca, their fine dining restaurant. Enjoy breakfast with Santa on December 21 or 2, when there will also be carolers strolling the property. There will be special holiday meals on December 24 and 25 at all the restaurants on the property. After Christmas, plan on ringing in the New Year with festivities throughout the resort and a Havana-themed party. The rest of the winter season, stop by the elegant Raleigh Room on Thursdays for ladies' night (half-price champagne).

Winter Sports

Living in Virginia Beach means that the ocean is just a few minutes away, and the mountains are within a day’s drive! Various local groups plan ski trips to nearby resorts like Massanutten and Wintergreen. For more serious skiers and snowboarders, you can also connect with Ski World, a local winter sports retailer that plans trips out west to destinations like Montana and beyond. 

You’ll find that winter in Virginia Beach is mild, but there’s no shortage of fun! If you want to live in a location that’s central to so many activities, contact our Spence Crossing leasing office to book an appointment for a tour.