Posted by Bailey Wilson

A New Family Tradition: Spending The Holidays In Sandbridge

The Holiday Experience on a Sandbridge Vacation

The sun beams on your face and you wake to the sound of the ocean. You start your day with a fresh pot of coffee overlooking the waves. You hear the kids run upstairs from the bunkroom to the presents under the tree. You tell them to wait for everyone else to wake up before opening any presents. Your daughter is wearing her new sea shell necklace she made from her shells found on the beach. Your son slept in his new Sandbridge Beach t-shirt. Everyone wakes up and it's present time. After presents, you all run outside to take in the salty breeze. The boys have polar plunged into the water and the girls are searching for more treasures from the sea. Afterwards, everyone races to the hot tub to warm up. The rest of the day is spent with the family in front of the fireplace enjoying this time with each other. This is Christmas day in Sandbridge.

Discover why a coastal holiday vacation in a Sandbridge vacation rental offers a magical twist your family will love, year after year.

Celebrating the Season at Our Favorite Virginia Beach Events

Even though it’s the off-season for sunbathing, Sandbridge and the surrounding area come alive during the holidays! From festive holiday markets and spirited bar crawls to dazzling Christmas light tours and cheerful local parades, there’s no shortage of things to do in Virginia Beach this time of year. You won’t want to miss signature seasonal happenings like the Holiday Parade at the Beach on Atlantic Avenue, the festive The Holiday Bazaar at Sandbridge Farmhouse, or the twilight Surf N Santa 5 Miler.

Looking for the best Virginia Beach holiday events near Sandbridge? Explore our comprehensive holiday events blog to discover everything happening throughout the season.

Holiday Feasts in Sandbridge: Virginia Beach Resaturants Open for the Holidays

Skip the kitchen stress! We've gathered the best recommendations for local restaurants open during the holidays, ensuring your festive meal planning is an absolute breeze.

Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve

Captain George's
Heirloom
Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo
Rudee's Restaurant & Cabana Bar
FIREBREW Bar & Grill

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo

Restaurants Open on New Years Eve

Captain George's
Heirloom
Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo
Rudee's Restaurant & Cabana Bar
FIREBREW Bar & Grill

Restaurants Open on New Years Day

Captain George's
Heirloom
Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo
Rudee's Restaurant & Cabana Bar
FIREBREW Bar & Grill

Where to Stay in Sandbridge

For a truly unforgettable holiday, choose Sandbridge Blue vacation rentals to host your family's new tradition. Our Sandbridge beach homes provide the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories, offering cozy amenities like fireplaces and hot tubs, plus direct access to the festive charm of the Virginia Beach coast. Skip the holiday travel stress and enjoy the space, comfort, and luxury of a Sandbridge Blue property, ensuring your coastal Christmas or New Year's is effortless and magical.