All Weekend
at the Maryland State Fairgrounds features a magical wonderland of trees, displays, rides, games and entertainment. If Santa had a theme park, this would be it.
at the Great Frederick Fairgrounds features shopping, vendors, arts and artisans, demos, a food pavilion and a visit from Santa.
, 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 ice skating trail, Santa’s Landing, 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.
begins this weekend at the B&O Railroad Museum. The celebrated holiday classic comes to life before your eyes.
, 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.
The ARTECHOUSE exhibit examines human motion from various standpoints by renowned Japanese artist Daito Manabe, engaging visitors in dances, lights and shades through creative technology.
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.
Arena Stage presents , the Tony Award-winning playwright’s heartwarming story of two strangers who met by letter during World War ll.
Folger Shakespeare Library presents , the Tony-winning best play highlighting the eccentric prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his destructive rival.
The Keegan Theatre has , a comedy about finding your inner Air Guitar champion.
The Warner Theatre hosts , a seasonal tradition. Set in historic 1882 Georgetown to Tchaikovsky鈥檚 magical score, Sunday’s performance is Family Day.
The Kennedy Center presents another version of the timeless tale. comes to life a various showtimes this weekend.
The Kennedy Center presents . Experience the film in HD with the score played live at various showtimes this weekend.
Ford鈥檚 Theatre presents . Join the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future as Ebenezer Scrooge goes on a journey of redemption.
The Hylton Performing Arts Center presents in a family-friendly production of a holiday classic with various showtimes.
Saturday, Nov. 30
at the Botanical Gardens features gardens from Hawaii to Maine with miniature displays, scenes, music, holiday treats and more through the season.
, in Delaplane, brings the historic area to life with the sights and sounds of the holidays. The open house features storytelling, tasty treats and tours, plus Santa.
, at Tysons Biergarten, is a day of tastings with 50+ local breweries, wineries and spirits, plus music, eats and more.
presents local artists, crafters and designers in an outdoor market with food, performers and more.
at the Show Place Arena, in Upper Marlboro, is the most fun to have on horseback with a day of skill and exciting completion for all skill levels.
is a holiday-themed family fun fest with rides, treats, music and festive offerings.
The Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly hosts the , an alternate-reality game for families set in the thrilling era of early space flight.
officially begins the holiday season with the lighting of the giant tree and thousands of twinkling lights, holiday treats and a Caps Campfire.
Saturday night
The Birchmere presents Baltimore alt-rocker .
9:30 Club hosts rock, jazz, R&B singer-songwriter .
The Anthem hosts Canadian electro producer .
Pearl Street Warehouse features the melodic pop of .
Union Stage has a free bluegrass blowout with .
The Fillmore presents Mexican alt-rockers .
At Rams Head On Stage, it鈥檚 .
The Hamilton presents “new-grass” with flat picker .听
The Lincoln Theatre hosts Persian pop artist .
The Strathmore features .
The Barns of Wolf Trap has
U Street Music Hall hosts R&B and soul artist .
City Winery presents jazz, R&B drummer .
The Song Byrd Cafe has .
Tally Ho Theatre features .
Blues Alley presents Swiss musician, composer .
Rock&Roll Hotel hosts Philadelphia rhythm and bluesman .
Hill Country Live has Richmond鈥檚 own .
Bethesda Blues & Jazz celebrates 40 years of raw soul with .
MGM National Harbor presents Grammy-winning R&B vocalist .
Maryland Live Casino hosts Grammy winner .
Sunday, Dec. 1
聽in Middleburg is a day of holiday festivities, good cheer, crafting, vendors, shopping and a visit from Santa.
offers a relaxed atmosphere with no tickets, shopping, tastings and afternoon of free music by a featured artist.
The Weinberg Center has magical family show of lights with .
The Meyerhoff has a music matinee featuring the famed New Orleans-based linking music between New Orleans and Havana.
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.
in Annapolis is the annual ringing in of the season with a tree lighting, dancing, carolers, spirits and treats and kids holiday activities.
Sunday night
9:30 Club presents Bermuda reggae artist r.
The Fillmore has Atlanta indie-rockers .
Rams Head On Stage goes country with .
Jammin鈥� Java has rock duo .
The Hamilton has
Amp by Strathmore has a .
The Barns of Wolf Trap has a chamber music matinee with pianist .
At City Winery it鈥檚 the gospel organist .
The Song Byrd Cafe hosts Brooklyn singer-songwriter .
Blues Alley presents Swiss musician and composer .
Bethesda Blues & Jazz dance party and a .
MGM National Harbor has Grammy-winning R&B vocalist .听
