CBN & Regent University to Continue Beloved Holiday Tradition with Christmas Village 2026

September 15, 2026

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 15, 2026) — The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) and Regent University will once again transform its Virginia Beach campus into a winter wonderland for guests to enjoy this holiday season. Christmas Village returns for two festive weekends, bringing the spirit of Christmas to families throughout the region on Dec. 3-5 and Dec. 10-12, with early-bird tickets available starting today.

This year’s Christmas Village will be bigger and better than ever, featuring more rides, extended hours, and additional space designed to help families create lasting holiday memories. With an updated parking plan, Christmas Village now includes 1,000 additional spaces to make the experience even easier for guests.

Since its debut, Christmas Village has become a hallmark of the holiday season in Hampton Roads, drawing thousands of visitors each year to see dazzling lights, enjoy family-friendly entertainment, and shop a Christmas marketplace on the CBN and Regent University campus.

Highlights of Christmas Village 2026 Include:

Rides and Attractions: Stroll through a beautiful array of twinkling lights and enjoy an expanded lineup of amusement rides for guests of all ages.
Christmas Marketplace: Browse specialty gifts and treats from local vendors while enjoying tasty refreshments and seasonal fare.
Live Nativity: Witness the miracle of the manger with a live nativity featuring Jesus, Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men, and live animals in a moving nightly reenactment.
Santa’s Cottage: Meet Santa Claus and his team of friendly elves and capture a keepsake photo in his cozy holiday cottage.
Special Christmas Entertainment: Enjoy live music, carolers, and choirs, immersing attendees in the sounds of the season.
Spectacular Christmas Tree: Take in the beauty of a massive 40-foot, sparkling Christmas tree, and snap the perfect holiday selfie in front of one of the largest trees on display in Hampton Roads.

Event Schedule:

Thursday, Dec. 3: 5-9 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4: 3-9 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5: 2-9 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 10: 5-9 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 11: 3-9 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 12: 2-9 p.m.

Tickets:

Adult Ticket (Ages 13 and up): $24.99
Kids Ticket (Ages 12 and under): Free with purchase of an adult ticket
Unlimited Pass (Unlimited visits throughout Christmas Village 2026): $34.99
Early-Bird Single Day Ticket (On sale starting Sept. 15): $19.99

Guests can save $5 per ticket by taking advantage of early-bird prices, available now. Christmas Village is an experience you won’t want to miss! Learn more and get your tickets today at virginiachristmasvillage.com.

About Regent University

Founded in 1977, Regent University is America’s premier Christian university, with nearly 14,000 students studying on its 100-acre campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and online worldwide. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in more than 150 areas of study, including business, communication and the arts, counseling, cybersecurity, divinity, education, government, law, leadership, nursing, healthcare, and psychology. Regent University has been ranked the No. 1 Best Online Bachelor’s Program in Virginia for 14 years in a row (U.S. News & World Report, 2026) and the No. 2 Top Military Friendly^® School in the nation (Military Friendly^® Schools, 2024-2025).

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