Dive into the heart of holiday magic with The DAPO Group’s exclusive guide to Christmas in D.C.! Experience the enchantment of tree lightings that transform neighborhoods into festive wonderlands. Mark your calendars for joy, celebration, and unforgettable moments in the capital’s most dazzling corners. Join us on December 8, 2023, as we illuminate the spirit of Christmas In D.C. – where lights meet laughter and memories are made
Washington, DC’s Dazzling Tree Lighting Events
1. National Christmas Tree
- Date: Nov 30
- Public Opening: Dec 2
- CBS Broadcast: Dec 15
- Where: National Christmas Tree
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2. US Capitol Christmas Tree
- Date: To be announced
- Origin: National Forests in North Carolina
- Where: Capitol Hill
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3. Union Station
- Date: Dec 7, 6:00 pm
- Highlights: Music, Special Guests, Norwegian Christmas Tree
- Where: Capitol Riverfront
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4. Cathedral Commons - Date: Dec 1, 6:00-8:00 pm
- Highlights: Santa Photos, Performers, Live Music
- Where: Cathedral Heights
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5. City Center DC
- Date: Nov 25, 5:00-7:00 pm
- Highlights: 10th Anniversary Celebration, Family Activities
- Where: Downtown DC
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6. Fairmont’s 20th Annual Tree Lighting
- Date: Dec 5, 5:30–7:00 pm
- Highlights: Holiday Card Decorating, Santa Photos, Georgetown Visitation Madrigals
- Where: Georgetown
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7. City Market at O Holiday Tree Lighting
- Date: Nov 25, 4:00–7:00 pm
- Highlights: Santa Photos, Live Music, S’mores
- Where: Shaw
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8. Capitol Hill Christmas Tree Lighting
- Date: Nov 18, 5:30 pm
- Highlights: Evergreen Tree, Illumination, Eastern Market Metro Plaza
- Where: Capitol Hill
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9. City Ridge Tree Lighting Festival - Date: Dec 2, 4:00–8:00 pm
- Highlights: City Ridge’s First Holiday Season, Children’s Chorus of Washington
- Where: City Ridge
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10. Rhode Island Row Holiday Tree Lighting
- Date: Dec 2, 5:00–7:00 pm
- Highlights: WPGC Coat Drive, Tree Lighting at 6 PM
- Where: Rhode Island Row
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11. Columbia Heights Tree Lighting - Date: Dec 8, 4:00–8:00 pm
- Highlights: Tiny Timber, Live Music, Family-Friendly Programming
- Where: Columbia Heights
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12. Capitol Riverfront Holiday Tree Lighting - Date: Dec 1, 5:00–8:00 pm
- Highlights: Caroling, Skating with Santa, Holiday Minions
- Where: Capitol Riverfront
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Virginia’s Enchanting Tree Lighting Celebrations
1. Stonebridge Potomac Town Center Annual Tree Lighting
- Date: Dec 1, 6:30-9:30 pm
- Highlights: Selfies with Santa, Holiday Carolers, Balloon Art
- Where: Stonebridge Potomac Town Center
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2. Stafford County Magical Tree Lighting
- Date: Dec 1, 6:00-9:00 pm
- Highlights: Holiday Performances, Artisans, Visit from Santa
- Where: Stafford County
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3. Village At Shirlington Winter Wonderland
- Date: Nov 30, 6:00-8:30 pm
- Highlights: Festive Picture with Santa
- Where: The Village At Shirlington
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4. City of Fairfax Old Town Square Extravaganza
- Date: Dec 2, 12:00-6:00 pm
- Highlights: Holiday Music, Shopping, Cider, Tree Lighting at 5:30 pm
- Where: Old Town Square, City of Fairfax
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5. Village at Leesburg Family-Friendly Festivities
- Date: Nov 18, 4:00–7:00 pm
- Highlights: Local Performances, Carolers, Santa Photos
- Where: The Village at Leesburg
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6. Reston Town Center Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
- Date: Nov 24, 6:00 pm (Parade); 6:00 pm (Tree Lighting)
- Highlights: Reston Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting on Market Street
- Where: Reston Town Center
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7. Mosaic District Jolly Man Arrival and Tree Lighting - Date: Nov 24, 6:00–9:00 pm
- Highlights: Jolly Man Arrival, Santa Meet and Greet, Holiday Parade
- Where: Mosaic District
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8. Mount Vernon Tree Lighting Spectacular - Date: Dec 15-16, 5:30–8:30 pm
- Highlights: Fireworks, Potomac River Views, History Lesson
- Where: Mount Vernon
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9. Historic Manassas Christmas Tree Lighting
- Date: Dec 1, 5:15–7:00 pm
- Highlights: 25+ Years Tradition, Santa’s Lighting, Music Performances
- Where: Historic Manassas
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Maryland’s Magical Tree Lighting Spectacles
1. Color Burst Park Holiday Tree Lighting
- Date: Nov 17, 5:30-8:30 pm
- Highlights: Color Burst Ice Rink Opening, Merriweather District Cheer
- Where: Color Burst Park
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2. Rio Lakefront Festive Extravaganza
- Date: Dec 9, 4:00-7:00 pm
- Highlights: Boardwalk Activities, Dazzling Fireworks
- Where: Rio Lakefront
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3. Montgomery Village Santa Meet-and-Greet
- Date: Nov 29, 6:00-7:00 pm
- Highlights: Carols, Festive Music, Hot Chocolate
- Where: Montgomery Village
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4. Gaithersburg’s Jingle Jubilee
- Date: Dec 2, 6:00-8:00 pm
- Highlights: Music, Dance, 97th Tree Lighting Anniversary
- Where: Concert Pavilion in Olde Towne
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5. Hyattsville’s Festive Tree Lighting at Driskell Park
- Date: Dec 1, 7:00 pm
- Highlights: Hot Chocolate, Carolers, Special Visit from Santa
- Where: Driskell Park on Hamilton Street
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6. Kensington Christmas Tree Lighting with KTown Ladies
- Date: Dec 1, 6:30-7:30 pm
- Highlights: Hot Beverages, S’mores, Music, Lighting Ceremony
- Where: Town of Kensington
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Dive into Christmas magic with The DAPO Group’s Ultimate Tree Lighting Guide! Discover enchanting ceremonies in D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. Watch now for festive joy!
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