Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/27/28

Virginia Highland’s Winterfest returns on Dec. 13-14, bringing holiday cheer to one of Atlanta’s favorite neighborhoods. 

The weekend kicks off Friday evening with the Tour of Lights Block Party on Arlington Place, featuring real-life reindeer, the brightest lights in the neighborhood, carnival games, a live band, and festive food and drinks. 

Saturday starts with the Jingle Jog, a 2.2-mile fun run down Lanier Blvd. Participants in festive costumes will ring in the season with jingling bells. Kids under 12 run for free, and race bibs offer discounts at local restaurants Doc Chey’s and Osteria 832. 

Following the jog, the Holiday Parade fills Lanier Blvd with holiday floats, characters, live music, and candy for the crowd. The parade leads into the main event, the Winterfest Gift Market, featuring over 70 local vendors selling handcrafted art, jewelry, and gifts. The festival area includes a Kids Corner that offers family-friendly attractions, including bounce houses, face painting, and free crafts. 

Make Winterfest a highlight of your holiday season! As one Virginia Highland resident shares, “we love this event! What a great way to celebrate the holiday season, bring the community together, and highlight some talent in the neighborhood.” 

For more information about Winterfest and its full schedule, visit the official website.