The nation’s capital city comes alive during the holidays! From giant glittering displays and extravagant christmas celebrations to more intimate gatherings and unique traditions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. During the holiday season, D.C.’s famous landmarks and monuments are adorned with twinkling lights and decorations. The National Christmas Tree is the centerpiece of the holiday festivities, and it’s a sight to behold. If you’re lucky enough to be in town when the tree is lit, you won’t want to miss it! Other popular Christmas celebrations in D.C. include the Holiday Festival and Parade, the Nutcracker Suite, and the lighting of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. No matter what you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it among the many Christmas celebrations in Washington, D.C.
Enjoy the festive season in Washington with a variety of Christmas-related activities, from festive holiday light displays to outdoor ice-skating to traditional performances. Here is a guide on what to do in Washington during Christmas.
Celebrate this holiday season with a visit to Hotel Washington with a chance to visit Santa & Mrs.Claus. Share your wish list and enjoy complimentary photos of you and jolly friend during the most wonderful time of the year.
Join Art Enables' inaugural Art Enables & Friends Holiday Market to experience the most wonderful time of the year! Treat yourself and your friends and family with gifts from local artisans express your creativity with an ornament-making workshop led by the resident artists.
Climb aboard the festive tour bus and explore American culture & Christmas traditions through historic stops at the Capitol Christmas Tree, the National Christmas Tree, and the O Museum!
Wunder Garten will be hosting its 6th Annual Winterfest holiday festival. It boasts the city’s most festive and lively atmosphere and is a one-stop-shop for holiday cheer.Find everything from Christmas trees, to cozy fire pits and a hot chocolate bar, to holiday craft activities surrounded in a completely holiday decorated Winter Wunderland for that perfect Instagram selfie or that holiday card.
Kick off December by making spirits bright! Let the holiday season begin by rocking around Shaw with the Shawliday’s Advent Calendar Reveal and festive Cocktail Crawl. Celebrate the season of gifting with Cafe Unido, Haikan, Roy Boys and Gogi Yogi and join at the free holiday cocktail crawl!
Christmas has to be one of the best times of the year! Whether you’re new to the city or you’ve been here for years, there are tons of things to do in Washington to celebrate Christmas each year.
Washington has some fantastic venues which are hosted Christmas events & parties last year, find them below:
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