Winterfest and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off the winter season with holiday cheer, snowball fights, loveable characters and a tree full of sparkles to carry you into the New Year!
Dec 5 2026, 3 pm
Dec 5 2026, 3 pm
Celebrate the holiday season with the Fort Belvoir community at our annual Winterfest and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Military families and community members will enjoy an afternoon of festive fun, seasonal activities and holiday traditions. To culminate the festivities, gather around the Garrison Headquarters front steps for the lighting of the 19-foot holiday tree.
Let the Holiday Magic Begin!
Activities | 3 - 6 p.m.
Location: Garrison Headquarters Parade Field, 9820 Flagler Rd.
- Photos with Santa and other holiday characters
- Snowball fight
- Fire pits and s'mores
- Children's crafts (while supplies last)
- Train rides
- Bounce houses
- Face painting
- Food trucks
Tree Lighting Ceremony | 5:30 p.m.
Location: Garrison Headquarters Building Staircase, 9820 Flagler Rd.
- Special remarks
- Musical performance
- Lighting of the holiday tree
* In the case of inclement weather, some activities may be cancelled and or moved to Wells Field House (2104 Goethals Rd., BLDG 1810).
Installation Access Information
This event is open to DoW ID cardholders and their sponsored guests. Children 12 and younger need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.
To learn more about visitor passes and additional gate operations, visit the Installations Access Page on the Garrison's website.
Cost
Free admission!
Food and beverages are available for purchase.
A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors
Engagement Sponsors
Sponsorship does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army and/or Fort Belvoir.
