Holiday Season 2024
Doing, Eating, Watching
ZooLights – Smithsonian’s National Zoo
What: Now in its 16th year, this annual holiday light spectacular welcomes visitors to walk down festive pathways and explore immersive displays throughout the Zoo. Marvel at glowing lantern animals in their dazzling habitats, watch live nightly musical performances, take a ride on the train or the Conservation Carousel, sample sweet and savory seasonal treats, and check gifts off your holiday shopping lists at our Asia Trail, Panda Plaza and Great Cats stores.
Where: 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW; Washington, DC 20008
When: Friday Nov 22 – Saturday Jan 4 | 5-9 pm
Tickets: $6 ZooLights Tickets
DC Holiday Hunt
What: Explore DC and complete tasks in the DC Holiday Lights Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win great prizes from local businesses. The more challenges you complete, the more entries you earn!
Where: Washington, DC
When: November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Tickets: Enter to Play
“Toast to the Holidays” Cocktail Tasting
What: Get in the holiday “spirits” with a festive tour-de-cocktails among some of your favorite Capitol Riverfront bars and restaurants!
Where: Ticket Pickup at Half StreetHalf Street, SE Washington, DC 20003
When: Thursday, December 19 | 6 – 10pm EST
Tickets: $24 “Toast to the Holidays” Cocktail Tasting
The Polar Express Pajama Party
What: Join us for our annual POLAR EXPRESS PAJAMA PARTY. Wear your favorite holiday pj’s, sip some hot chocolate and embark on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express.
Where: Miracle Theatre | 535 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
When: December 21st, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:40 pm
Tickets: $6 The Polar Express Pajama Party
Winter Wonderland & Holiday Skate
What: SKATE DATE! On Saturday, December 21st, you are invited to the Winter Wonderland & Holiday Skate in the Anacostia Park Skate Pavilion. The fun takes place from 12 pm to 4pm, and there is even a free shuttle from the Anacostia Metro. 🚌
Where: Anacostia Park – Skate Pavilion1500 Anacostia Drive, Washington, DC, 20020
When: December 21, 2024 | 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
Tickets: Free Sign up Here
No Scrubs 90s Dance Party Holiday Extravaganza
What: 
No Scrubs: 90s Dance Party Holiday Extravaganza is hitting 9:30 Club and it’s gonna be ALL THAT! Expect non-stop jams from TLC, Spice Girls, Biggie, Britney, Nirvana, and so many more 90s icons. 
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Dress the part! Rock your best 90s holiday ‘fit — from flannel + band tees to ugly sweaters and vintage gear. Let’s sleigh the dance floor! 
Where: 9:30 Club | 815 V Street N.W. , Washington, DC 20001, US
When: December 21st, 2024 | 9pm
Tickets: $22 No Scrubs 90s Dance Party Holiday Extravaganza
Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility): Honoring Our Village with Verbal Gymnastics
What: Join us as we celebrate Ujima (collective work and responsibility) in a workshop that will honor those who have inspired our lives. We are here because of the work of many before us. Who do you consider your heroes? Come share your story of those who have poured into your life. Verbal Gymnastics theatre company will honor your story and play it back with a group of talented actors and musicians.
Where: Anacostia Community Museum | 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
When: December 28th, 2024 | 12 – 2 PM EST
Tickets: Free Register Here
