A Season of Gratitude
November marks the official start of the holiday season, bringing a wonderful balance of festive fun and opportunities to give back. Living at Indigo at McLean Station places you right in the center of a generous, active community.
If you are looking to fill your November calendar with meaningful events and holiday traditions after the first week of the month, here is a curated list of things to do:
The Tysons Turkey Trot
Get moving before you sit down for your big holiday meal! The annual Tysons Turkey Trot takes place right around Thanksgiving morning. It’s a fantastic, family-friendly 5K event that brings the local community together to raise funds for local Northern Virginia charities. Whether you run, jog, or walk, it’s a wonderful local tradition.
Volunteer at Alternative House or Food for Others
If you want to dedicate some hands-on time to helping neighbors in need, look into volunteer shifts or donation drops at Food for Others (located nearby in Fairfax) or the Second Story (formerly Alternative House) in McLean. They are always looking for community assistance to help distribute holiday meals to families facing hardship during November.
Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights
For some pure holiday magic, head over to Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in nearby Vienna. Opening in mid-November, their famous Winter Walk of Lights transforms the gardens into a spectacular half-mile walking trail illuminated by hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights. It's the perfect evening activity to experience with visiting family and friends!