Nov 6, 2026 · 5 min read · Northern Virginia
Ballston Holiday Market 2026: Friday, December 11 at Welburn Square
When is the Ballston Holiday Market in 2026?
The Ballston Holiday Market is on Friday, December 11, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Welburn Square, 909 N. Taylor St., Arlington, VA 22203. It was formerly called the Singing Tree Market.
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What is the Ballston Holiday Market?
The Ballston BID's event page describes an afternoon at Welburn Square of festive music, local makers, handcrafted gifts and seasonal cheer, to kick off the holiday season in the heart of Ballston. Source: Ballston BID event page.
Is there a tree lighting?
The Ballston BID's events page says the Holiday Market includes local makers, festive treats, live entertainment and the lighting of Ballston's holiday tree. It does not list a time for the lighting, so check the Ballston BID events page before you go.
Who is putting it on, and what is still to come?
The Ballston Business Improvement District (Ballston BID). The event page says more information about participating vendors, featured activities and event details is still to come. This post lists only what the organizer has published so far, so look at the event page again the week before for the vendor list and activities.
What else happens at Welburn Square that week?
The Ballston Farmers Market. The BID's event page says it is held every Thursday at Welburn Square with a curated selection of vendors, and it runs rain or shine. Cancellations only happen in the event of extreme weather or unsafe site conditions, and the BID asks visitors to follow its social media for the latest updates. Source: Ballston BID, Ballston Farmer's Market.
The Holiday Market is its own event on a Friday. It is not part of the farmers market. The BID's Welburn Square calendar lists the Thursday market on December 10, the day before the Holiday Market, and again on December 17. Source: Ballston BID, Welburn Square calendar. If you want to see both, that is Thursday, December 10 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Friday, December 11 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., two days in a row at the same address.
What are the farmers market hours and dates?
Winter hours, December through March, are 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Summer hours, April through November, are 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The BID's calendar lists 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. for each Thursday from November 12 through December 17. The dates listed are November 12, 19 and 26, and December 3, 10 and 17. November 26 is Thanksgiving Day, so check the BID's social media before you plan around that date. The event page lists the cost as no charge.
How do I get to Welburn Square?
The farmers market listing puts Welburn Square across from Ballston Metro. The Ballston BID's transportation page says the Ballston-MU Metro station connects the neighborhood to destinations across the Washington region on the Orange and Silver lines. It also says Metrobus routes serve the neighborhood. Source: Ballston BID, Transportation. If you want to leave the car at home, check Metro's trip planner for your day and time.
Can I bike or scoot there?
The BID's transportation page says Ballston has dedicated bike lanes, connections to regional trails, and Capital Bikeshare stations. It also says shared e-scooters are available for short trips and to connect to transit.
Where can I park?
The BID lists the Ballston Public Parking Garage, metered street parking and privately operated garages. It also points to ParkMe for finding nearby parking, comparing rates and planning ahead. Rates and rules are set by each garage or by the county, so look them up for your date before you leave home.
What should I check before I go?
- Look at the event page the week before for the vendor list and activities.
- Check the BID's social media on the day if the weather looks rough.
- Decide how you will get there, and look up the Metro schedule or parking rates ahead of time.
- If you want to see the space and the walk from the Metro first, stop by on a Thursday market day. The farmers market is held in the same place.
- Dress for the weather. The event runs from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., so you may be outside as it gets dark.
Want to know more about the neighborhood?
If you are curious about Ballston as a place to live, see our posts on Living in Ballston: Buyer Insights for 2026 and 2027 and Clarendon vs. Ballston: Arlington Home Search 2026. For more weekly markets, read Arlington Farmers Markets This Fall and Winter.
Questions people ask
What day of the week is December 11, 2026?
It is a Friday.
Where do I find updates?
On the Ballston BID's event page and its social media.
Is the Holiday Market the same as the farmers market?
No. The Holiday Market is its own event on Friday, December 11. The farmers market is held on Thursdays.
Call or text Claudia at 703-350-3884 or visit claudiawebb.com.
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