Spend the holidays in Patrick County! Enjoy the small-town charm of Stuart and Meadows of Dan while you knock out your Christmas list. Stop by one of our boutiques or country stores for handmade gifts, artisan goods, apothecary, and more. Visit one of our picture-perfect overlooks or historic sites for family photos. Book a weekend getaway at a cozy cabin or treat yourself to a luxurious stay at Primland Resort.
Start the holiday season off with a bang at the annual Hometown Christmas Weekend. Spend the evening in Stuart for The Grand Illumination on Friday, December 6th. Local vendors will be onsite selling handmade goods, poinsettias, wreaths, and more. Snap a picture with Santa and watch the town Christmas tree come to life. The fun continues on Saturday, December 7th, with craft markets, ornament-making at the Stuart FAB Lab, free hot chocolate at the Stuart Circle K, and the 52nd Annual Patrick County Christmas Parade. Come out and enjoy the fun!
Immerse yourself in history at the Reynolds Homestead’s Victorian Christmas. This annual event takes visitors back in time. Built in 1843, the Reynolds Homestead is the historic homestead for the Reynolds Family. Docents in period dress lead tours through the beautifully decorated home. The Victorian Open House is December 15th from 1-4pm.
The Dehart Park Festival of Lights is December 13-23rd. This drive-through light show features a variety of light displays created by local businesses, churches, and non-profits. All proceeds from the event are used to improve the park. Come out and enjoy a relaxing drive through the lights! The festival is open Sunday-Saturday.
Holiday Markets
Holiday Markets are a great way to find decor, gifts, baked goods, and more. Below are some all the holiday markets happening this December.
Handcrafted Christmas – December 1st at the Woolwine Fire Department from 4-6pm.
Mistletoe Market – December 7th at the Stuart Farmers Market from 10am-1pm
Christmas Bazaar – December 7th at the Stuart Church of Living Water from 9am-2pm
A Parkway Christmas – December 7th & 14th in Meadows of Dan from 2-6pm
4th Annual Christmas Spectacular – December 14th at the Stuart Rotary Club from 10am-4pm.
Music and Movies
Christmas music and movies are a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Below are some of the
Almost Christmas with the Larry Keel Experience – December 13th at Historic Star Theatre at 7pm.
Sammy Shelor’s BanjoRama – December 14th at the Patrick County High School Auditorium at 5pm.
Celtic Christmas with Kinnfolk (Free) – December 20th at the Historic Star Theatre at 7pm.
Movie Night at the Historic Star Theatre (Free) – Two showings of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Matinee at 2:30 PM & Evening at 7:00 PM.