# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Washington - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Washington with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Christmas - **Display Name**: Christmas events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 433k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bab011f14b1271d0dede8faaebc00e25addcada5e21fe82b0abbe2550f7b1364-rimg-w179-h179-dc77462f-gmir?v=1757709607 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2009efe0c574e3dc8aafa326aa5db79a7d48ae3bb59bafd8dd62c8ab54e6429f-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1656541205 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0b430ca346d6b926a35a959999b3654b156fa712f25b30fd8233cc8adf27ae6c-rimg-w201-h200-dc90928f-gmir?v=1759151405 ## About Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in Washington with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in Washington. ## Christmas Events in Washington - **Event Name**: Holiday Boat Parade & Party at The Wharf - **Description**: Join us on December 5, 2026, for the 34th Annual Holiday Boat Parade & Party at The Wharf. Kickoff the holidays with this iconic DC tradition that features over sixty beautifully decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. Party to live mu - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 399 - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/holiday-boat-parade-and-party-at-the-wharf/200030756242640 - **Venue**: The Wharf - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zMzA1MTA2M2E0YjVkOTExYjNkNzQ5ZjQ4NTUxMjRjNzZhM2EyZDFlNTczMTBhODVhMjc3ODE0N2ZjZGUxMDA1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5MDgwMDE4MA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, karaoke, holiday, parades, parties, live-music, health-wellness - **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol at Fords Theatre - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Dec 31 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/a-christmas-carol-at-fords-theatre/2400027628953024 - **Venue**: Fords Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xZTc5ZDY1MC04OTU2LTExZjEtYThhNC02MzFiMTc1ZjNkNzgtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzA4MTcxMi1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3ODUxMTM4Mzk.avif - **Categories**: art, christmas - **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm – Mon Dec 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/a-christmas-carol/2300027223279100 - **Venue**: Ford's Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy85YmJiZGM2MC1iZjEzLTExZjEtOGExOC1iM2U1MmQ0YmYyZDYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODk0LWRjMTgyODM4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc5MTAyMjc4MQ.avif - **Categories**: christmas - **Event Name**: A Drag Queen Christmas at Warner Theatre - Washington DC - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu Nov 19 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Nov 19 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/a-drag-queen-christmas-at-warner-theatre-washington-dc/2400030203011742 - **Venue**: Warner Theatre - Washington DC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kMDMyYTgxMC1jNWQ2LTExZjEtYmEwMy1iNzUwNWQ0ZTdkNDItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTIwMC1kY2Q4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3OTE3NjYxODk.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Capital One Artist Session with Jonas Brothers - **Description**: InformationTHIS IS NOT A TICKET FOR ADMISSION. A Capital One Access Pass includes access for one (1) person to a private pre-concert event with a performance by Jonas Brothers, complimentary light fare, drinks, and more before the iHear - **Date**: Mon Dec 14 2026 at 07:30 pm – Mon Dec 14 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/capital-one-artist-session-with-jonas-brothers/210002350999401 - **Venue**: Capital One Arena - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mOTM1MGViNzcwNmI2NjJmZWE3ZDIzOTBkZGYwYTNiNWJhOTk5OTViNTM1NmUwZDA1MjU5ZjFiZDdkYzJlOWVlLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kY2Y4OTg3OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3OTAzNTg2NjQ.avif - **Categories**: Miscellaneous - **Event Name**: Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve - **Description**: InformationMAX Bag: 5 x 7 (Clutch Style)Nearby AttractionsTrans-Siberian Orchestra has 109 upcoming events.Note: MAX Bag: 5 x 7 (Clutch Style)Ticket Limit - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun Dec 27 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/trans-siberian-orchestra-the-ghosts-of-christmas-eve/210003740833193 - **Venue**: Capital One Arena - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9iMzczOGY4ODczZDg4YjI4NWJkMTBhYjk3YTQxNzg5MTZiZDllNDQyMzU2MDE1NmQ2YTdlMjViYzM3M2M0Mjc1LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODkyODIyNjY.avif - **Categories**: Music - **Event Name**: Washington DC SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 - **Description**: Join the Washington DC SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 with all your friends! Bar hop through the best bars in Washington DC on our Santa Pub Crawl.About this EventWashington DC SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 — District of Columbi - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/washington-dc-santacon-bar-crawl-2026/100001988118685507 - **Venue**: Hard Rock Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82ZjlkZTRiMDZhYWRiZTY5N2E0ZWM5YTJhYTM1ZWQ5ZmQ3OTY4YTY3OWIyNDRjYTc2MjQ3Mzk5OTViYWEyMmU1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA2MDMwMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Nzc3NTM0NjA.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 32 - **Categories**: fitness, Parties, Entertainment - **Event Name**: A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed Nov 25 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/a-charlie-brown-christmas-live-on-stage/2300030446604341 - **Venue**: Lincoln Theatre - DC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kN2VmZTMwMC1jNTBmLTExZjEtYmEwMy1iNzUwNWQ0ZTdkNDItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMzkwLWRjMzg1OGE4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc5MTY4MDc0NA.avif - **Event Name**: Gentri Christmas at Kennedy Center Concert Hall - **Date**: Mon Dec 14 2026 at 07:30 pm – Mon Dec 14 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/gentri-christmas-at-kennedy-center-concert-hall/2400030472619722 - **Venue**: Kennedy Center Concert Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9jNmE5YjFhMC1jNjRjLTExZjEtOWIxNy0yZDRlMDIwNDFjZjQtcmltZy13MTAyNC1oNzkzLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc5MTgxNjg1Mg.avif - **Categories**: Concerts, Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Andrew Peterson Presents Behold the Lamb of God - **Description**: SOLD OUT! Andrew Peterson's Behold the Lamb of God is back on tour in December 2026! Join storied Nashville singer-songwriter and author Andrew Peterson as he presents the Advent song cycle Behold the Lamb of God: The True Tall Tale of the Coming of Chri - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 32 - **Date**: Fri Dec 11 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/andrew-peterson-presents-behold-the-lamb-of-god/200030640061910 - **Venue**: Museum of the Bible - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xNjU1ZTMyYzk4YmFiZWExOTZiMGM0ZjgyMmY3OGYwNWZlYTRhNDNkMTgxNTgyNmY0NTA3YTFlNWYxOGY1MDQyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzU4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODIyMDgwOQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, concerts, literary-art - **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol (Preview) - Washington - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ford's Theatre 🏠 Address: 511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 🌆 City: Washington 📍 Location: 38.8966, -77.0258🎉 Welcome to A Christmas Carol (Preview) - Washington, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! - **Date**: Thu Nov 19 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Nov 19 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/a-christmas-carol-preview-washington/3200030526587109 - **Venue**: Ford's Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85YmM5ZmU4MC1hYWNkLTExZjEtOGVkMS0wZGE1MGQyMzhkZmYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzIwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4ODc5MzU5MA.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre - **Event Name**: ANA GASTEYER SUGAR & BOOZE HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR - **Description**: $ 49.99 - $59.99 / Age All Ages Additional Info: Ana Gasteyer is a celebrated musician, comedian, and actor known for her dynamic and versatile career across music, television, and Broadway. A natural performer with a powerhouse voice, she has captivated - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/ana-gasteyer-sugar-and-booze-holiday-spectacular/200030584232251 - **Venue**: The Howard Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8yMjA2MmMwNDhkMGQ4ZDE4Yzg5MGUzMTE4MmJhNzgxOWQ2OGZjMTg2Yzc0Mjk4NzY0NmQ5ZmQyMWU1OGE1ODAyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODQwMDY0OA.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Art, Theatre, comedy, Concerts, performances, literary-art - **Event Name**: Rachel Scanlon - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Nov 19 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/rachel-scanlon/2300028483657716 - **Venue**: DC Improv - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jZGIyZGI2MC1jNjIwLTExZjEtYmEwMy1iNzUwNWQ0ZTdkNDItcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTI4MC1kY2Y4OTg0OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3OTE3OTc5Njg.avif - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Washington DC. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Libr - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/candlelight-christmas-classics/2700030036664509 - **Venue**: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wZTYyMmU2MC1jNmUyLTExZjEtYjY4OS05NTk0ZTFmYWE4YjItcmltZy13NTUwLWg1NTAtZGNmOGI4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzkxODgxMjcz.avif - **Price**: USD 52 to 71 - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art - **Event Name**: Bach's Christmas Oratorio - Parts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 - **Description**: Johann Sebastian Bach Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248 Bach’s Christmas Oratorio offers a reverent telling of the season’s story, following the rhythm of the feast days: the Nativity (Dec 25), the angels’ announcement to the shepherds (Dec 26), the Naming (J - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/bachs-christmas-oratorio-parts-1-2-4-5-6/200030696159241 - **Venue**: National Presbyterian Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iMzJlZDM3ZDhlZjM2NTY1ZGM1OTNkMWNkZmIyYzdhY2M1YzlhNzBjNWMwZGMyZmNiNjE3ODAwYzZmZmE4MWNlLXJpbWctdzcwMC1oNDAwLWRjMzgyODI4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg5MzgwODIx.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment, christmas ## Trending Events in Washington - **Event Name**: The Scarlet Ball - **Description**: Beyond the velvet curtain, the ordinary world disappears.Scarlet light spills across masked faces. Music gathers in the dark. Every glance feels like an invitation; every footstep carries the delicious question of what might happen - **Venue**: Washington D.C., DC, USA - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a8497bf0c498.jpg - **Event Name**: The Scarlet Ball Masquerade - **Description**: Paris, 1899. Every Thursday, a low-voiced woman called Clémence at the switchboard. "Are you well?" Operators weren't allowed to answer.Clémence knew every voice in the city. Nobody knew hers.One December night, - **Venue**: Washington - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6abebcf8c3e92.jpg - **Event Name**: 76th Annual Tartan Ball - **Description**: Join us on Saturday, November 14th, 2026 at the famous National Press Club for the 76th Annual Tartan Ball!During this formal celebration of Scottish-American heritage and traditions you will enjoy:Live perf - **Venue**: National Press Club - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a838ec4ba781.jpg - **Event Name**: Brian Curry The Good Liar 5 PM - **Description**: Your ticket to an amazing night out! The Good Liar is a gasp-per-minute mind reading performance unlike any other show you’ve seen.About this EventStep into a world of mystery deception and mind- - **Venue**: Capital Hilton - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb685392336bfc2.jpg - **Event Name**: Georgetown Hidden Passage Mystery - **Description**: Thanks for joining us! We're excited to help you explore, discover, and enjoy the outdoors!About this EventSocial Adventures by GabrielleTurn an ordinary outing into a new way to connect, d - **Venue**: Georgetown Waterfront Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b82c5f4052cdc0d241fe1eefa64f7e7767aab5d98b18da285052bcbe0b397db5-rimg-w1128-h724-dca8c8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1790099171 - **Event Name**: Spooky Hunt: Embassy Row Ghosts & Secrets Quest - **Description**: Trace diplomatic mysteries, local history, and ghostly hints from Dupont Circle along an engaging Embassy Row clue quest.About this Event Social Adventures by GabrielleConnect. Dis - **Venue**: Dupont Circle - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/21c8fddf82577a6a6c314b2c53e1f921ccdc0e1a3a2971798a504568db0d2105-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790099174 - **Event Name**: Spooky Hunt: Ghostly Secrets of DC History - **Description**: Turn Washington into your game board with themed riddles, photo missions, and ghostly discoveries for friends, families, or teams.About this Event Social Adventures by GabrielleCon - **Venue**: Freedom Plaza - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9de10c96976cd51f35b02f66ff884f24e65e91756239deba596496a664d7310e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790099164 - **Event Name**: Spooky Hunt: Tidal Basin Ghostly Twilight Hunt - **Description**: Follow twilight clues around the Tidal Basin and MLK Memorial area while discovering waterfront views and spirited Halloween surprises.About this Event Social Adventures by Gabrielle - **Venue**: Tidal Basin / MLK Memorial Area - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/357d2b13b912cad4920c6ddfcdb676a7446d7c3cfb5edc3c9ddf0a1b8b4bbd6f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790099172 - **Event Name**: Communication Skills 1-Day Workshop | Washington - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Format: Classroom Training (Virtual option available on request)Language: EnglishCerti - **Venue**: Washington - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6ab22e5f08615.jpg ## Browse Christmas Events by Date - [Christmas Events Today in Washington](https://allevents.in/washington/christmas--today) - [Christmas Events This Weekend in Washington](https://allevents.in/washington/christmas--this-weekend) - [Christmas Events in October in Washington](https://allevents.in/washington/christmas--october) - [Christmas Events in November in Washington](https://allevents.in/washington/christmas--november) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** Holiday Boat Parade & Party at The Wharf (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Wharf), A Christmas Carol at Fords Theatre (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Fords Theatre), A Christmas Carol (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Ford's Theatre), A Drag Queen Christmas at Warner Theatre - Washington DC (Thu Nov 19 2026 at 07:30 pm at Warner Theatre - Washington DC), Capital One Artist Session with Jonas Brothers (Mon Dec 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at Capital One Arena). - **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Washington on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Washington include The Wharf, Fords Theatre, Ford's Theatre. - **Q**: What is the price range for Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** Prices for Christmas events in Washington range from USD 52 to USD 71. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Washington include The Wharf, Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events. - **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available? - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Washington? - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Washington. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/94/d198cea1ed44b0a8fd3623f92d897d/Maskgroup-1.5x-7-.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/da/76f1714ac6480a872527c6e06e99e5/Rectangle1795.webp ## Christmas events from nearby cities - [Christmas events in Arlington](https://allevents.in/arlington-va/christmas) - [Christmas events in Alexandria](https://allevents.in/alexandria/christmas)