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Christmas Events in Washington DC
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November 15

Holiday Parade

Description: Santa and Mrs. Clause join Dr. Seuss and his characters for a fun and entertaining kick off of the holiday season. Every one is encouraged to bring a book or toy to donate to local charities.

Location: Reston Town Center, 11921 Freedom Drive Reston, VA

Time: 11am

Cost: FREE

 

November 16-December 31
A Christmas Carol
Description: The holiday classic in an imaginative retelling. Specifically set for a performance in

Ford's Theatre.
Location: Ford's Theatre
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

 

November 18

Santa Pot & Pan Parade

Description: Welcome Santa with this fun parade and receive a free gift.

Location: Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Dulles, VA

Time: 10am

Cost: FREE

 

November 19-January 8
Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree
Description: A most beautiful tree arrives at Mr. Willowby's, but it is too tall. So begins a magical holiday tale of generosity and sharing.
Location: Way Off Broadway Theatre
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies
 

November 20

Twas the Night

Description: Kick off the Holiday season with this great event and benefit to local charities.

Location: Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Dulles, VA

Time: 6pm

Cost: $10

 

November 25

Ritz Kids Tree Lighting Ceremony

Description: You are cordially invited to participate in the 9th Tree Lighting Ceremony where Santa and Mrs. Clause will do the honors.

Location: Ritz Carlton Tyson Corners, 1700 Tyson Blvd., McLean, VA

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: FREE


November 25-December 31
The Nutcracker
Description: The classic tale as told by the puppet artists. An enchanting performance.
Location: The Puppet Company
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies
 

November 26, December 3, 10 & 17

Gingerbread House Decorating Classes

Description: Aspiring chefs can follow the lead of the award-winning pastry chef in creating a gooey extravaganza. Chef's hat included.

Location: Ritz Carlton Tyson Corners, 1700 Tyson Blvd., McLean, VA

Time: 12:30pm or 2pm

Cost: $50

 

November 27-December 18
Pet Night with Santa
Description: Bring your pets to have a photo with Santa.
Location: Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Dulles, VA
Time: 7pm-9pm
Cost: Varies by package

 

December 1
82nd Lighting of the National Christmas Tree
Description: This holiday tradition is a national favorite. This year's event features performances

holiday tunes.
Location: Kennedy Center
Time: 7 pm
Cost: Varies

 

December 13
Manhattan Transfer Holiday Performance
Description: Trademark blended vocal harmonies and a swinging jazzy groove. Not to be missed, and sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
Location: The Music Center at Strathmore
Time: 8 pm
Cost: Varies

 

December 14
Gledelig Jul! A Norwegian Christmas
Description: A special holiday program with Norwegian traditional dances and songs, and a unique telling of the "Three Billy Goats Gruff." Audience participation makes this a fun one.
Location: Discovery Theatre
Time: 10 am, 11:30 am
Cost: Varies

December 17
Handel's Messiah
Description: Don't miss this beloved holiday tradition, presented each new season with a fresh perspective and guest conductors and soloists.
Location: Kennedy Center
Time: 8 pm
Cost: Varies

December 17
Season's Greetings Family Day
Description: Celebrate the season by making a holiday stamp collection, reading holiday stories and creating a seasonal greeting to send to someone special.
Location: National Postal Museum
Time: 1 pm
Cost: Varies

 

December 17 and 24
Breakfast with Santa
Description: Come have breakfast with Santa and be sure to tell him you've been very, very good this year!
Location: Way Off Broadway Theatre
Time: Varies
Cost: $11

December 18
Joyful Majesty
Description: Relish the holiday season with this rendition of Handel's Messiah.
Location: F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
Time: 8 pm
Cost: Varies

December 22-23
Music for Christmas
Description: The Washington Chorus marks its 45th anniversary year with this concert with the theme "Feast for Your Senses" and features popular holiday music.
Location: Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

December 24
WaterSkiing Santa and Kneeboarding Reindeer
Description: Yes, you read that right. See Santa along with Flying Elves on the Potomac River, along with the Jet-skiing Grinch and Frosty the Snowman in a dinghy. This is a can't miss!
Location: Potomac River, Arlington
Time: 12:30 pm
Cost: Free

December 27-28
Family Days at Cathedral Creche Exhibit
Description: Annual exhibit of nativity scenes that is a family tradition. The creches are from around the world.
Location: Washington National Cathedral
Time: Varies
Cost: Free; donations accepted for craft making

December 31
A Jazz New Year
Description: Ring in the New Year in style with a late-night performance by today's leading jazz artists.
Location: Terrace Theatre
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $60

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