All Weekend
at the Dulles Expo Center is a one-stop holiday spot featuring arts and artisans, crafters, demos, vendors, music and kids entertainment.
at Baltimore鈥檚 Inner Harbor is a must-see holiday destination where the magic of an authentic German Christmas market is brought to life with vendors, food, arts, crafts, music, dance and more.
at the Expo Center features vendors, arts and artisans, crafters, music, demos, treats and more.
in Old Town Alexandria features a “Taste of Scotland,” holiday homes tour, heather and greens sales and a parade on Saturday.
at the Maryland State Fairgrounds features 300 displays, vendors, demos and kids activities both Saturday and Sunday.
runs through this weekend and highlights local artists in a variety of mediums, from pottery to photography and books.
at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian will feature handcrafted artworks, photography, vendors and demos with traditional and contemporary works on display.
at the Heurich House is a local artisan market and historic house tour featuring local artisans, shopping and crafters.
begins this weekend and runs through the holiday season. The outdoor art exhibit features 11 installations plus shopping, dining and special events.
聽in downtown D.C., is in its 15th season of a winter wonderland of exhibitors, arts and artisans, performers, vendors, festive shopping, seasonal music, treats and more.
is a holiday tradition featuring festive events daily, holiday-themed activities, a dinner tour, demos, music and fireworks.
runs through this weekend with something for everyone: artists, vendors, demos and, this weekend, a small business celebration.
is a Christmas light maze and market at Nationals Park featuring an ice skating trail, Santa’s Landing and a holiday market with 60+ vendors and food.
has begun at the National Zoo. More than 500,000 lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland with live music, tasty treats and holiday shopping.
presents the exhibit “Becoming Jane,” a multimedia, hands-on exhibit celebrating the extraordinary life work of Dr. Jane Goodall. The event features a 3D simulation and hologram.
at the Gaylord shows a Christmas fable brought to life with breathtaking artistry, music and showmanship.
at the Gaylord National Harbor, as part of Christmas on the Potomac, presents a winter wonderland of ice sculptures, slides, self-guided tours, treats and more.
at the B&O Railroad Museum will have a month-long holiday celebration with Santa train rides, entertainment and family fun activities.
The Smithsonian American Art Museum‘s new exhibit celebrates the work of the California-based artist, one of the most significant Japanese-American cultural leaders of the last century.
, a new exhibit at the Freer Gallery, highlights the works of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai and his iconic global art, featuring his paintings, sketches and drawings.
at the Phillips Collection features the Nabis Collection of Vicki and Roger Sant. The exhibit explores the rarely seen works of this international group.
The National Portrait Gallery has the annual exhibit , showcasing 25 portraits of individuals impacting art, business, fashion, medicine, music and social justice.
is closing Dec. 31. See exhibits showcasing the power of a free press during some of the most turbulent and captivating times.
Arena Stage has ” continuing this weekend. Experience the Tony Award-winning musical.
Folger Shakespeare Library presents “,” the Tony-winning best play highlighting the eccentric prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his destructive rival.
Arena Stage presents ,“ the Tony Award-winning playwright’s heartwarming story of two strangers who met by letter during World War ll.
The Warner Theatre hosts ,” a seasonal tradition. Set in historic 1882 Georgetown to Tchaikovsky鈥檚 magical score, Sunday’s performance is Family Day.
Ford鈥檚 Theatre presents “.” Join the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future as Ebenezer Scrooge goes on a journey of redemption.
The Kennedy Center presents “ a collaboration among legends of cello and dance Friday and Saturday.
The Kennedy Center presents ,” a parody of classic film and other classic holiday rom-com moments.
National Theatre presents “,” a mind-blowing holiday spectacular for audiences of all ages with nonstop, sophisticated magic.
Signature Theatre presents “,” an upbeat, fun, soulful yuletide treat offering a smooth groove for the holiday season.
Saturday, Dec. 7
is the perfect family holiday celebration with a parade, shopping, caroling, family activities, great eats, spirits and more.
in Old Town Fairfax features live holiday music and festive treats as well as a lunch with Santa, a tree-lighting ceremony and a holiday market.
is a holiday treat for all ages, with聽 reindeer, music, special visits from Santa and more.
and the House of Sweden is a holiday favorite, where the doors are open for a glimpse of Nordic artists, vendors, treats, shopping, holiday activities and Santa.
begins in Alexandria with dockside festivities featuring music, treats, a beer garden and Santa, before a boat parade and fireworks.
in Burtonsville will feature over 70 crafters and vendors, a silent auction and a treasure chest with music and holiday treats.
at Veteran鈥檚 Plaza features a variety of performances, music, ice sculpting, holiday treats and a visit from Santa.
, Maryland, is a day of activities, shopping, dining, live music, a free trolley, holiday lights and seasonal activities.
at the National Postal Museum is a unique seasonal experience with creative activities, workshops and more.
The Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, hosts the , an alternate-reality game for families set in the thrilling era of early space flight.
Saturday night
The Kennedy Center presents .
The Birchmere has .
9:30 Club hosts singer-songwriter .
The Anthem has funk jam band .
At Union Stage it鈥檚 a .
The Fillmore hosts rapper .
The Barns of Wolf Trap has two shows with virtuoso fiddler .鈥�
Black Rock Center has a tribute show extravaganza with .
U Street Music Hall has alt-rock with the .
City Winery hosts contemporary bluesmen .
The Songbyrd Cafe presents the hip-hop of .
Blues Alley hosts jazz singer .
Tally Ho Theatre rocks with .
Sunday Dec. 8
” is a new ARTECHOUSE exhibit. The aurora borealis is powered by creative technology in an immersive interactive world of art and lights in an enchanted wonderland.
at the National Postal Museum is a unique seasonal experience with creative activities, workshops and more.
at the National Portrait Gallery is a free family friendly-event featuring a Choral Arts Society of Washington singalong and tribute to one of the 20th centuries greatest opera singers.
at the Sandy Spring Museum will feature live music, interactive kids activities and holiday treats. The Fine Arts & Crafts Holiday Gift Show continues.
features 2.5 miles of illuminated holiday lights with a carnival, rides, refreshments and Santa.
The Birchmere has .
At Union Stage, it鈥檚 Jersey rockers .
The Fillmore presents British rockers .
Rams Head On Stage hosts vocal legends .
Jammin鈥� Java presents L.A. singer-songwriter and former Mouseketeer .
The Hamilton has Detroit pianist and singer-songwriter .
Amp by Strathmore has a country Christmas singalong with .
City Winery presents pop and R&B vocalist .
The Songbyrd Cafe hosts rock, pop duo .
Sixth & I presents Boston music activist .
Blues Alley hosts jazz singer .
Eagle Bank Arena presents Latin music with brothers .
