✦ Admission is FREE · November 27 – December 23, 2026 · Glen Allen, Virginia ✦ christmas@vacliffeinn.com
Christmas
at The Inn
A Carriage House Christmas
The Magic
Moves Outside
The Cliftons at The Virginia Cliffe Inn are thrilled to announce a brand-new way to celebrate the season! From November 27th through December 23, 2026, the Virginia Cliffe Inn is transforming its grounds, Carriage House, Pavilion, and Heated Tent into a month-long holiday destination.
While the interior of the Inn remains a quiet sanctuary for overnight guests, we are moving the magic outside of the main house to offer a relaxed boutique experience on our historic grounds — open to the public with no entry fee this year.
The grand opening weekend kicks off with a festive tree lighting and carolers, featuring a vibrant collection of multiple vendors and throughout the month, rotating local artisans offering new treasures each visit.
Memories
Pictures from Our Previous Show
Free Admission
Open to the public, no entry fee required
Rotating Artisans
New featured crafters throughout the month
Food & Drink
Granny’s Spice Tea & Keith Butler’s Brunswick Stew
Breakfast with Santa
Professional photos · Dec 12 & 19
Festivities & Events
From opening weekend celebrations to intimate tea service —
there’s something magical every visit.
The Grand
Kick-Off Celebration
Join us as we light up the season with a day full of holiday magic, featuring a vibrant market in the Carriage House, Pavilion, and heated tent filled with local artisans and crafters. Enjoy our most famous Granny’s Spice Tea and a warm bowl of Keith Butler’s signature Brunswick stew while you shop for unique treasures.
The festivities culminate in a beautiful tree lighting ceremony accompanied by traditional caroling on Friday evening.
The Carriage House
Gift Shop
Discover something new every time you visit. Skip the big-box stores and shop local! Our carriage house gift shop will be open all month long with rotating featured crafters and no entry fee.
Each day features a different artisan — come meet the makers, find one-of-a-kind gifts, and support local talent throughout the season.
Traditional
Tea Service
Indulge in a traditional tea service hosted in our festive Pavilion, the perfect midday escape to share with friends. Enjoy a variety of premium teas, freshly brewed coffee, and a delightful selection of sweet and savory treats.
Tickets available soon — a beautiful way to celebrate the season with those you love.
Breakfast
with Santa
Bring the little ones for a magical morning! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet Santa, and capture the moment with professional photos. A cherished holiday memory in the making.
Details and ticket information coming soon — reserve your spot for a truly special experience.
Our Story
A Glen Allen
Christmas Tradition
Christmas at The Inn Arts and Craft Show, formally Christmas at Granny’s Craft Show, is a Glen Allen tradition that started in the 1980s. For five days The Virginia Cliffe Inn would be filled with a unique collection from over 70 area crafters, artists and bakers to get the holiday season started in style.
The Show started in 1980. Margaret and Janice Clifton had a craft store in Laurel Park, Virginia, called Granny’s Attic, selling crafts on consignment. They also had a wonderful home with lots of space, so they decided to decorate it for Christmas, fill it with crafts and invite the public. The first year, about 850 people attended. The Cliftons were so surprised at the attendance and had so much fun, they decided to repeat the event, and it grew by word of mouth each year. By the third year, over 3,000 people attended.
Building on this legacy, the Cliftons are moving the magic outside of the main house! This season, the Virginia Cliffe Inn is transforming its grounds, Carriage House, Pavilion, and Heated Tent into a month-long holiday destination, allowing for a more relaxed boutique experience while the main house remains a quiet sanctuary for overnight guests.
Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Location & Directions
The Virginia Cliffe Inn
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Address
2900 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060
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Phone
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Dates
November 27 – December 23, 2026
Directions from I-95
- 1Get on I-295 North
- 2Follow I-295 North to Woodman Road in Glen Allen
- 3Take exit 45B from I-295 North
- 4Turn right onto Mountain Road at the stoplight
- 5The Virginia Cliffe Inn is ¾ mile on the right
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Updates & Inspiration
Keep up with new vendors, special announcements, and behind-the-scenes holiday magic on social media.
Thank you for visiting!
The Virginia Cliffe Inn · 2900 Mountain Road · Glen Allen, Virginia
The Virginia Cliffe Inn
Christmas at The Inn
A beloved Glen Allen holiday tradition since 1980. Join us for a month of magic, markets, and memories on our historic grounds.
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