Top December Holiday Events Around DC, Maryland, Virginia, & West Virginia

This December we are so excited for the festive holiday parades, tree-lightings, music and theater, holiday markets, and other local celebrations of the season. Here are a few of our favorite things to do in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, DC this month. Happy Holidays!

Washington, DC

Photo courtesy of: Warner Theatre

The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker | Through December 29

Warner Theatre

The Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker will transport audiences into a winter wonderland that has become a lasting holiday tradition not to be missed.

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Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol | Through December 31

Ford’s Theatre

Originally conceived by Michael Baron, this music-infused production captures the magic and joy of Dickens’s Yuletide classic, with familiar characters, ghosts, and a children’s ensemble in the spirit of the holidays. Acclaimed actor Craig Wallace returns to play Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford’s annual tradition

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A Magical Cirque Christmas | December 12-15

National Theatre

Embrace the holiday spirit with A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS, a variety show full of nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances for all ages. Get ready to be dazzled, enchanted, and filled with holiday cheer as you witness the incredible talents of world-class entertainers performing to your favorite holiday music.

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Maryland

Photo courtesy of: Bethesda Urban Partnership

ICE! Featuring “A Charlie Brown Christmas!” | Through December 28

Gaylord National, National Harbor

Experience so much Christmas at ICE!, featuring beloved scenes from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures.

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Washington DC Temple Festival of Lights | December 5 – January 1

Washington DC Temple, Kensington

The Festival of Lights features over 500,000 Christmas lights, Nativity créches, and Christmas tree decorations from around the world, and daily holiday performances

FREE ADMISSION

Bethesda’s Winter Wonderland & Holiday Market | December 7, 12 PM – 4 PM

Norfolk & Cordell Avenues, Downtown Bethesda

Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Bethesda with Santa Claus, live ice sculpting, live music, face painting, games, and more! Please bring a new toy for Toys for Tots.

Annapolis Holiday Market | December 12 – 15

1 Dock Street, Annapolis

The market will be filled with a wide range of art, crafts, food, and handmade gift items from local and regional art, craft, and food vendors. This type of holiday market is also known as a Kris Kringle Market or Christmas Market.

Virginia

Photo courtesy of: Visit Alexandria

53rd Annual Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade | December 7, 11 AM – 1 PM

King Street, Old Town Alexandria

Alexandria, founded in 1749 by Scottish merchants, was named after Scotsman John Alexander. Today, the city celebrates its heritage with the iconic Scottish Christmas Walk weekend. Corcoran McEnearney is proud to be a sponsor of this year’s parade featuring Scottish clans dressed in colorful tartans, pipe and drum bands, community groups, and plenty of pups. Stop by our office at 109 S Pitt Street.

24th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights | December 7, 5:30PM

Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

Old Town Alexandria’s historic waterfront will shine for the 24th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights, as dozens of brightly lit boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline. Enjoy dockside festivities in Waterfront Park including a pop-up beer garden from Port City Brewing Company, food, activities, and more.

Christmas in Middleburg Parade | December 7

Washington Street, Middleburg

Christmas in Middleburg invites everyone to come share in the joy of the season. This cherished community event delights and entertains one and all!

11:00AM – Middleburg Hunt Parade
2:00PM – Middleburg Community Parade

Stop by our Corcoran McEnearney office at 10 E Washington Street for light refreshments.

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Christmas On Main | December 7

Main Street & Chester Street, Front Royal

The Front Royal Warren County Chamber of Commerce is excited to once again bring you Christmas On Main. Come enjoy Merry Market surrounded by music, carriage rides, kids activities, the parade, and the lighting of the town’s Christmas Tree!

Christmas and Holiday Parade | December 14, 6PM

Ida Lee Park, Leesburg

On the second Saturday of December, the holiday spirit will be in full swing as Leesburg glitters & glows with the Annual Christmas and Holiday Parade. The parade will usher Santa and his friends down King Street, through Historic Downtown Leesburg.

West Virginia

Photo courtesy of: Lights on the Lake

Lights on the Lake | Through December 29

1329 Lakeside Drive, Harpers Ferry

Take an unforgettable journey through dazzling lights, immersive displays, and the warmth of the holiday season. Experience the joy and wonder of Lights on the Lake!

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