Are pets allowed at WinterMarkt?
While we’d love to see your beloved pets, we unfortunately cannot invite them in due to State and local laws related to food and beverage service. So please leave them safely at home unless they are a Service Animal. Thank you!
What times does WinterMarkt open?
The hours for the Herndon WinterMarkt are December 13, 2025 from 12pm noon – 7pm. Prior to the event, volunteers and vendors will be setting up according to their preassigned roles and schedules, but the gates will not open to the public until exactly noon.
What about weather?
WinterMarkt is an all-weather event and we are open rain, snow or shine! The market will only shut down in the event of severe weather as instructed by the national weather service. At that point, we will post messages of closure on the home page of our website and our social media outlets.
Is there a fee to get into WinterMarkt?
There is no entrance fee for the Herndon WinterMarkt. Fees are incurred if you choose to purchase items from vendors. Additionally, this community event supports local charities so donations at the designated locations are appreciated, with net proceeds going to specified charitable organizations.
What rules or restrictions should I be aware of for the event?
| • | The public is prohibited from carrying alcoholic beverages into/out of the WinterMarkt area. |
| • | The public is prohibited from carrying into the WinterMarkt area glass containers, bottles, cans, coolers, kegs, and/or any containers other than plastic or paper cups. |
| • | Bicycles, skateboards, roller blades or any other form of transportation are not allowed in the WinterMarkt area. The use of a wheelchair or other mobility device to facilitate transportation because of a physical impairment is permitted. |
| • | All animals and pets, except service animals, are prohibited from the WinterMarkt area. |
| • | Shirts and footwear are required in the WinterMarkt area. |
| • | Toy weapons or weapon replicas are prohibited in the WinterMarkt area. |
| • | Contents of all backpacks, and all packages, bags, containers, purses, or other hand carried items of similar size brought into the WinterMarkt area may be inspected for prohibited items. |
Where can I park?
Parking in the downtown area near the event site will be limited. Anyone planning to attend the WinterMarkt is encouraged to take advantage of free parking and shuttle bus service departing every ten-twelve minutes from Herndon High School, 700 Bennett Street. Park your car and meet the bus in front of the school in the circular drive. Drop off and pick up will be at the corner of Lynn and Center Streets. Shuttle service begins at 11:45 a.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m.
Limited parking is available in the Station Street Municipal lot, accessible from Center and Vine Streets or from Station Street behind Sully’s Pour House.
Choose to use a car service like Uber or Lyft. Best pick up is at 779 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20170 near the Moose Lodge.
The event is just steps from the W&OD trail; enjoy a bike ride or walk to the WinterMarkt.
Please do not park in private parking lots such as the Pines Shopping Center. You risk being towed. Please respect our neighbors and do not block private drives or otherwise disrupt the flow of traffic.
Please watch for any posted street signs and warnings, and secure your valuables, as the Herndon WinterMarkt, its hosts and sponsors, and any affiliates are not responsible for violations or damage.| Driving from Washington D.C. and points east to the shuttle bus parking lot at Herndon High School | |
| • | Take I-495 to VA-267W (Dulles Toll Road) |
| • | Take VA-267W to exit 11 for VA-286N (Fairfax County Parkway) |
| • | Follow VA-286N for approximately 3 miles, then turn left onto Wiehle Ave |
| • | Follow Wiehle Ave until it ends, then turn left onto Dranesville Road |
| • | Follow Dranesville Road for approximately half a mile, then turn left onto Bennett Street |
| Driving from the West to the shuttle bus parking lot at Herndon High School | |
| • | Take Rt 66 to the exit at VA-28N. Follow VA-28N (Sully Rd) for approximately 7 miles to VA-267E (Dulles Toll Road) |
| • | Take VA-267E to exit 11 for VA-286N (Fairfax County Parkway) |
| • | Follow VA-286N for approximately 3 miles, then turn left onto Wiehle Ave |
| • | Follow Wiehle Ave until it ends, then turn left onto Dranesville Road |
| • | Follow Dranesville Road for approximately half a mile, then turn left onto Bennett Street |
| To reach the site | |
| • | Follow the directions above to merge onto VA-267 (Dulles Toll Road) |
| • | Take VA-267 to VA-657 Herndon Chantilly (exit 10) |
| • | Turn right onto Centreville Road (Centreville Road turns into Elden Street). |
| • | After about 1 mile, turn left on Grace Street |
| • | Go one block and turn right on Vine St |
| • | At the Stop sign continue straight across Center Street and access the Station Street surface parking lot |
| • | The WinterMarkt pedestrian entrances are at Lynn and Station and Lynn and Center Streets |
Is there handicap parking available?
Yes, handicap parking is available. Designated handicap spots will be posted here closer to the event.
What is the address to the Herndon WinterMarkt?
The 2025 Herndon WinterMarkt will be held on lower Lynn Street in front of the Herndon Municipal Building (777 Lynn Street).
What forms of payment are accepted?
Both credit cards and cash are accepted at most booths. Some vendors may accept additional electronic forms of payment or checks, as well.
Is smoking permitted at the market?
Tobacco products are permissible while on the Market premises (up to and including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vape pens and pipes). However, we ask that you be considerate of neighbors near you and also properly extinguish and dispose of any wastes as a result.
Do I need permission to use an unmanned aircraft system (“drone”) at the WinterMarkt?
Yes. Drones may not be used at the Herndon WinterMarkt unless prior approval has been obtained in writing from the WinterMarkt committee.
Does the Herndon WinterMarkt have Wheelchairs or strollers for rent?
Sorry, but at this time we do not.
Is there seating available?
There are some public benches. If you need a longer respite, there are many restaurants and merchants within 1-2 blocks who will welcome you for a drink or food.
Are restrooms available?
There are some portable toilets available. Nearby restaurants and businesses may allow use of their restrooms to paying patrons.