BayPort Credit Union Holiday Trail of Lights (2026)

After 31 years of lighting up the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, one of the city’s most beloved holiday traditions is taking a dramatic new turn. Virginia Beach Events and the City of Virginia Beach are launching BayPort Credit Union “Holiday Trail of Lights” presented by Huffman & Huffman Brothers-In-Law, an all-new, walkable holiday lights experience designed by nationally recognized light-show creators James Bain and Ken MacMaster that will transform the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Nature Trail into an immersive nighttime wonderland. BayPort Credit Union Holiday Trail of Lights, presented by Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law will unfold across seven themed areas along the trail, each offering a distinct visual and interactive adventure, including: Dickens Drive – Guests will step into the charm of Old England with Charles Dickens-inspired décor, lanterns and carolers creating a festive Victorian atmosphere. Glowing Grove & Snowflake Symphony presented by Huffman & Huffman Brothers-In-Law – A symphony of lights and festive music featuring a vast grove of colorfully lit pillars that lead to a stage of 20-foot trees, dancing arches, and shimmering snowflakes. Light Fall Forest presented by BayPort Credit Union – A truly massive immersive display, featuring hundreds of strands of light suspended up to 35 feet overhead and cascading toward the ground to create a spectacular canopy of light. Santa’s Stroll – This nostalgic walk-through is filled with whimsical scenes leading to interactive video floors and walls, suspended white trees, and a 40-foot decorated tower that offers a larger-than-life holiday photo opportunity. Flurry Lane – A classical shimmering white wonderland. Guests will wander beneath a canopy of glowing icicle lights and frosted snowflakes while falling snow creates a perfect winter moment. Glimmer Games & Toy Soldier Tower – Visitors can play in the lights within vast caves of fun. Nearby, Toy Soldier Tower provides a whole new bird’s-eye view of the show, sure to be a social media favorite. Enchanted Forest – A winding woodland path set beneath magical dancing laser stars and vibrant forest scenes. In an opening near the end, bubbles drift through the laser beams for a one-of-a-kind “light in the dark” bubble party. It’s a sensory-filled adventure where children can chase and catch fog-filled bubbles in the heart of the woods.