Festival of Lights at Watkins Regional Park
Don’t miss this spectacular drive-through event featuring 2.5 million lights throughout the park, including a giant, 54-foot LED musical tree! Admission is $10 for a car or van.
Address: 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Dates: Friday, November 23, 2018 – Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Time: Daily from 5 to 9:30 PM
Winter National Embassy Showcase
Free and open to the public, the 7th Annual Winternational is a celebration of the cultural and culinary traditions of Washington’s diplomatic community. More than 40 participating embassies will have displays of visual art, food, handcrafts, and travel exhibits.
Address: Atrium of Ronald Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Date: December 6
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
ArtRave Christmas Extravaganza
Visit an artisanal pop-up marketplace in Shaw with art, fashion, and other gifts. Admission is free.
Address: Rhode Island Ave & 7th Street
Dates: Saturdays, November 24-December 23
Time: 11 AM – 5 PM
Soweto Gospel Choir
Two-time Grammy Award®-winning Soweto Gospel Choir performs at George Mason’s Center for the Arts. The first half of the concert will feature Songs of the Free, a program celebrating the centenary of the birth of Nelson Mandela. After that, the performers will share gospel classics and holiday favorites.
Address: Center for the Arts at George Mason, 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
Date: December 2
Time: 2 PM