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PWC Parks Update: Lake Ridge Trail Work; Shenandoah Accessibility Upgrades; Chinn Pool Reopens Dec 1; Holiday Events Begin Dec 4; Seat Belt Enforcement Nov 22–30

Issue #25-318

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In this Go Prince William County, Va Issue…

Can’t hold back the holidays any longer. Occoquan wins the race for first Christmas tree lighting, with a full roster of happenings to boot. A week ago ice skating would have seemed like a strange idea, but Manassas brings it back this week and the weather realized what the date on the calendar is so it fits 😁 

BTW - I’m sure I am not the only one who has no idea what a pump track is. ChatGPT says this “A pump track is a circuit of rollers, banked turns (berms), and features designed to be ridden completely by "pumping"—using up and down body movements instead of pedaling or pushing.”

— Bryan

Quick Bites

  • Lights, Markets, Music and More: Prince William County Unveils December Holiday Lineup

    Prince William County Parks & Recreation has unveiled its December holiday lineup. Highlights include the free Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Boardwalk (starting Dec. 4), “Holidays Through the Ages” tours at Rippon Lodge (from Dec. 5), a free community gingerbread house showcase (Dec. 5–9 and 12–13), the Holiday Market in Dale City (Dec. 6), an Ornament Extravaganza craft event (Dec. 6), a Frozen-themed drop-off program for ages 3–5 (Dec. 8), and a free Historic Holiday Concert with a bonfire sing-along at the Brentsville Courthouse (Dec. 12). Camp Chinnterfest begins Dec. 22 at Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center. More information is available via the PWC RecMapper app and Parks & Recreation. (PWC)

  • Know the Law: Seat Belts and Child Seats Under Virginia’s Holiday Enforcement Push

    Prince William County Police will conduct day-and-night seat belt enforcement Nov. 22–30 through the statewide Click It or Ticket campaign. Virginia law requires seat belts for front-seat occupants, child safety seats for children under 8, and restraints for children ages 8–15 in any seat. Drivers can be cited if a child under 16 is unrestrained, and adults may be cited if unbelted when stopped for another violation. The effort is part of the Smart, Safe and Sober partnership to reduce roadway injuries and deaths. (PWC)

  • From Paths to Pump Tracks: County Details Active Park Projects This Fall

    Prince William County is advancing park improvements countywide. Lake Ridge Park is adding 2,400 feet of 10-foot-wide multi-use trail along Cotton Mill Drive, with drainage, crosswalks, and connections to the golf course, marina, and playground. The county’s first public pump track opens November 15 at Rollins Ford Park. Shenandoah Park in Manassas plans accessibility and garden upgrades as part of a horticulture therapy initiative. Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center’s pool renovations, including a new bulkhead and white coat, are expected to wrap by December 1. (PWC)

Upcoming Local Events 

Weather

Friday

59 🌡️ 43 | 🌧️ | 31% |💨 N 2 mph

Saturday

59 🌡️ 45 | 🌤️ | 60% |💨 S 4 mph

Sunday

57 🌡️ 37 | 🌤️ | 12% |💨 NE 2 mph

Nightlife, Libations & Live Music

11/21/25 - Friday

11/22/25 - Saturday

11/23/25 - Sunday

  • Gainesville | 🎶 | The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm | Matty Davis | 3-6 PM

  • Manassas | 🎶 | NOVA Live | Levi Stephens | 12 PM

  • Manassas | 🎶 | Eavesdrop Brewery | Britton James | 2 PM

  • Manassas | 🎶 | NOVA Live | Girl Crush | 4 PM

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