Looking for the perfect place to soak up the holiday spirit? Chesterfield is the ideal weekend getaway, offering festive events, cozy dining, and magical holiday traditions. Here’s how to plan a cheerful holiday escape.
Friday Night: Dinner in a Winter Wonderland
Kick off your weekend at NAPA Kitchen + Wine, where the entire restaurant is transformed into a dazzling Winter Wonderland. With twinkling lights, themed cocktails, and a festive menu, it’s the perfect way to start your holiday adventure. Located in Westchester Commons, spend time browsing shops and enjoying festive décor. Families will love visiting Santa’s Workshop and the center’s massive lit tree on display for all to see!
Saturday: Shopping and Seasonal Fun
Stop by the Great Big Greenhouse for an incredible holiday train display, a visit with Santa, and a unique kids’ craft! If performing arts is of interest, visit The Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education, Chesterfield’s premier center for arts and education. Here, you can find a fantastic lineup of holiday headliners including The Nutcracker, TubaChristmas, I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas, and so much more!
Saturday Night: Light Up the Night
In the evening, you have options!
Option One: climb aboard a Winn Transportation Tacky Lights Tour for an unforgettable ride past some of Chesterfield’s most spectacular light displays. Sit back, relax, and let the holiday magic surround you.
Option Two: If you time your weekend getaway just right, head to the Metro Richmond Zoo to witness The Miracle of Christmas, a live Nativity scene and re-enactment of the Christmas Story featuring animals from the zoo.
Sunday: A Cozy Send-Off
Wrap up your getaway with a complimentary breakfast at your home base, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Richmond–Midlothian. Before heading home, make one last stop at a local coffee shop for unique blends, festive lattes and tasty brews.
✨ With its perfect blend of lights, dining, shopping, and family fun, Chesterfield offers everything you need for a festive weekend getaway.
