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Christmas Events in
Washington DC
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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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