Saturday, December 5, 2026 — 2nd Annual SantaCon Colonial Beach. Bring your Santa suit, gather your favorite people, and turn Colonial Beach’s SantaCon pub crawl into a holiday getaway. River Gem is a private vacation rental on The Point in Colonial Beach, Virginia, with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and space for up to 10 guests.
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SantaCon brings festive costumes and a social outing to local establishments around town. Think Santa outfits, friends getting into the holiday spirit, and a chance to support Colonial Beach businesses. Golf carts are part of the town’s character; arrange your transportation separately and choose a designated driver if your group plans to drink.
Get your jingle on! Dress in your Santa outfit, gather your group, and visit the participating establishments around Colonial Beach. According to the 2026 event flyer, the afternoon and evening schedule is:
Bring the festive spirit as you make your way around town by golf cart or other arranged transportation. Confirm any schedule changes, entry requirements, and venue details before heading out. Your River Gem reservation covers lodging; food, drinks, transportation, and any event charges are separate.
After exploring town, return to a home with a full kitchen, spacious dining area, a main living room, and a separate sitting room. Plan breakfast together, catch up over dinner, and enjoy a relaxed start the next morning. River Gem also offers Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, a washer and dryer, a covered front porch, a BBQ deck, and a fenced backyard with a fire pit.
The Potomac River beach is about two blocks away, and the boardwalk is about seven blocks away. Distances to SantaCon stops vary. Driveway parking accommodates up to four vehicles. All four bedrooms are upstairs, and stairs are required to enter the home.
Explore our Winter Festival guide and Holiday House Tour guide for other seasonal outings. Visit Things to Do for dining, shops, and more local events. Check each event’s dates separately when planning your trip.
Yes. River Gem accommodates up to 10 overnight guests in a 4-bedroom home with 2.5 bathrooms. Check the booking calendar for your chosen dates.
No. Your booking is for lodging. Event participation, any admission charges, and golf cart rental or other transportation must be arranged separately.
One dog may be approved, subject to River Gem’s pet policy and applicable pet fee. Request approval before booking.
Book through River Gem’s own website to communicate directly with your host and review the current rates, fees, and cancellation terms before reserving.
Make room for a memorable holiday getaway. Check dates and book River Gem directly.