Herndon Winter Traditions
While the Herndon WinterMarkt borrows from its European roots, at its heart it is a community holiday event. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and people that make up our community and support all winter holiday traditions that may be celebrated by our neighbors. Below are a few special winter traditions for all to enjoy in Herndon.
Please check the Herndon Town Calendar for specific dates, event details, and costs.
Holiday Homes Tour of Herndon

Holiday Model Train Show

Winter Open House & Santa’s Workshop

Holiday Tree Lighting & Sing-Along

Herndon Holiday Arts & Crafts Show

German Christkindlmarkts
Christkindlmarkt is the German name for the traditional Christmas or winter market, literally translated as “Christ child market.” These markets feature a delightful blend of holiday food, drinks, gifts, and decorations. Various regions of Germany became well-known for their hand-crafted Christmas decorations, wood-working, artwork, and textiles. Today, millions of people enjoy Germany’s Christmas markets each year.
The German Christkindlmarkt (Weihnachtsmarkt)

Saint Nicholas Day (Sankt Nikolaus Tag)

Stollen

Mulled Wine (Glühwein)

Lebkuchen

Krampus

Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce – Herndon Community Traditions
The Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce – Herndon Chapter hosts networking events for businesses through out the year. In addition to hosting the WinterMarkt, they host other family-oriented community events.
Friday Night Live!

Friday Night Live is a free outdoor concert series every Friday Night on the Town Green from May through August.
For more information, check out the Herndon Rocks website.