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Park Pals @ Claude Moore Park
2025-11-24 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Claude Moore Park, 21544 Old Vestals Gap Rd., Sterling, VA, 20164, United States
Little ones, ages 2-6, are invited to take part in a fun and exciting hands-on learning experience with their grown-up pals, on Mondays and Tuesdays, September 1-November 25, 2025, at Claude Moore Park!
Each class will focus on a different outdoor-related topic while exploring the park.
Pre-register; link below (Activity No. 161109).

Playground on Ice Mondays @ Ashburn Ice House
2025-11-24 09:10 - 10:10 | Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smith Switch Rd., Ashburn, 20147, United States
Playground on Ice is a special type of public skating session for little skaters to develop a love for skating.
Sessions are offered on select mornings each week; dates and times can vary, so be sure to check the Ashburn Ice House calendar here before heading out.
Pre-registration required; link below.

Festival of Lights @ Bull Run Park
2025-11-23 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-11-22 17:30 - 22:00 | Bull Run Regional Park, 7700 Bull Run Dr., Centreville, VA, 20121, United States
In the heart of Fairfax County, an annual holiday light display awaits your family at the Bull Run Festival of Lights!
Daily, from November 14-January 4, 2026, this dazzling drive-thru display lights up 2.5 miles of Bull Run Park. Drive the festival route from the comfort of your car — turn off your headlights and follow the magical glow!
Tickets required; link below.

Winter Walk of Lights @ Meadowlark
2025-11-23 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-11-22 17:30 - 22:00 | Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
When there’s a chill in the air, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens transforms into a twinkling holiday wonderland!
From November 7-January 4, 2026, bring your family and enjoy a 1/2-mile, self-guided walk through the gardens at the Winter Walk of Lights! Enjoy an evening stroll among trees and displays adorned with more than half a million lights!
Warm up with a hot beverage (with or without spirits), or try the new cold Butter Beer for a festive twist, as you walk through the twinkling lights. Don’t forget to roast marshmallows for your s’mores to finish out the evening.
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens encompasses 95 beautiful acres of ornamental display gardens and unique native plant collections. Explore the local flora and fauna amidst lakes, forests, and meandering walking trails. Take in majestic views of the Piedmont hills, explore the Korean Bell Garden, or pay a visit to their restored 18th-century log cabin.

Winter Lantern Festival @ Lerner Town Square
2025-11-23 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Lerner Town Square, 8025 Galleria Dr., Tysons, VA, 22102, United States
You’re invited to an immersive festival illuminating the night sky in the heart of Northern Virginia! The Winter Lantern Festival is a dazzling world of Chinese legends and lore.
This enchanting night walk, inspired by traditional Chinese lantern festivals, is the perfect winter outing for friends and families. Explore hundreds of intricately crafted lanterns and discover a world of festive fun for all ages. More than a stroll through a stunning display of larger-than-life lanterns, you’ll also watch jaw-dropping live performances from award-winning Chinese acrobats and tuck into tasty local food.
The fun happens at Lerner Town Square in Tysons, VA (adjacent to Tysons Galleria), on select nights from November 20-January 20, 2025. Purchase your admission in advance; parking is fee-based.

Ice & Lights @ Cameron Run
2025-11-23 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Cameron Run Regional Park, 4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
Alexandria’s local NOVA park comes alive under the night sky during Ice & Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run!
Ice & Lights, from November 15-February 28, 2026, is a fun, outdoor family experience where guests enjoy dazzling light displays and take family photos or selfies against a variety of festive scenes.
Cameron Run Regional Park also boasts a seasonal outdoor ice skating rink (click here for times and dates)! While the skating rink is not included in your Winter Village admission, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase admission for both features at this beloved NOVA Park when you visit here.

ZooLights @ National Zoo
2025-11-23 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-11-22 17:00 - 20:30 | National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington,, DC, 20008, United States
Enjoy more than a little twinkle and a bit of sparkle at ZooLights — Smithsonian’s annual holiday event! You’re invited to this winter wonderland on select nights from November 21-January 2, 2026!
At this special event, more than 1 million LED lights will transform the Zoo as you stroll along its paths and walkways. Along the way, enjoy more than 100 lantern displays depicting ocean, desert, grassland, rainforest, and polar habitats.
Upgrade your admission for even more fun, including tickets for the Zoo’s carousel, a winter-themed maze, choo choo train rides, and more.
ZooLights will shine on select evenings from November 21, 2025, through January 3, 2026. Visit on most Friday–Sunday nights in November, followed by near-daily openings throughout December, including special Member Nights (Dec 9-11) and an adults-only Date Night (Dec 17).
Please note that ZooLights does not feature the Zoo’s animals, and all indoor animal exhibits will be closed to allow the animals to get a full night’s rest. Entry is fee-based and must be purchased in advance; children over 2 years old must have a ticket. Parking is available at a flat rate.

Family Day Painting: North Pole Forest @ Muse Paintbar • Ashburn, VA
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Muse Paintbar • Ashburn, VA, 20626 Easthampton Plz., Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Bring the family to paint at Muse Paintbar, where kids and adults alike have fun painting together:
Nov 23, 2025
North Pole Forest
Nov 29, 2025
Rosy Twilight
Nov 30, 2025
The Grinch
A Muse artist instructor will lead you step-by-step through the painting process – no prior art experience required.
Pre-registration required.

Family Day Painting: North Pole Forest @ Muse Paintbar • Fairfax, VA
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Muse Paintbar • Fairfax, VA, 2920 District Ave., Ste. 100, Fairfax, VA, 22031, United States

Movies on the Potomac: The Grinch @ National Harbor
2025-11-23 14:00 - 15:30 | National Harbor, 165 Waterfront St., Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
Make things even merrier this season with a free holiday movie! Hosted along National Harbor’s waterfront, bring your blanket for these flix on the jumbo screen:

Nov 23, 2025
The Grinch (2018)
Nov 30, 2025
Elf

Admission is free; however, these opportunities are weather-dependent and subject to cancellation (updates will be posted via social media).

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Musical @ Hylton Performing Arts Center
2025-11-23 14:00 | Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Cir., Manassas, VA, 20110, United States
Actor’s Theatre at the ARTfactory presents Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, November 21-30, 2025.
This beloved musical stage adaptation of the classic holiday TV special tells the heartwarming story of Rudolph, the misfit reindeer with a glowing red nose, and his journey to find acceptance and save Christmas.
Performances will be held in the Gregory Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas.
• Nov 21, 2025 @ 7 pm
• Nov 22, 2025 @ 2 pm & 7 pm
• Nov 23, 2025 @ 2 pm
• Nov 28, 2025 @ 2 pm & 7 pm
• Nov 29, 2025 @ 2 pm & 7 pm
• Nov 30, 2025 @ 2 pm
Tickets are required; link below.

Go, Dog. Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! @ The Kennedy Center
2025-11-23 13:30 - 16:00 | The Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW, Washington, DC,, DC, 20566, United States
Based on the children’s book by P.D. Eastman, this playful bilingual production is a heartwarming spectacle of accordion tunes, colorful costumes, and charming movement.
Come along with these delightful dogs as they drive, swim, play baseball, and make their way to the big dog party—all in a lively blend of English and Spanish. Like a pop-up book that comes to life, Go, Dog. Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! is a heartwarming spectacle of delightful accordion tunes, colorful costumes, and charming movement. See the performance on November 22-December 14, 2025, at The Kennedy Center.
A sensory-friendly performance will be held on December 13, 2025, at 4 pm.
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families, including those with children with autism or other sensory sensitivities.
Go, Dog. Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! is most enjoyed by ages 4 and up.
Tickets required; link below.

Ice Skating @ Harris Pavilion
2025-11-23 12:00 - 21:30 | Historic Downtown Manassas & Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St., Manassas, VA, 20110, United States
Harris Pavilion has transformed into an open-air ice rink in the heart of Manassas, VA!
Enjoy gliding around the ice with friends and family at this popular covered pavilion. Need skates? The Harris Pavilion offers rentals, too.
Ice skating is offered daily from November 21-January 4, 2026. Click here for special hours for Thanksgiving and Winter Break.
Reserve your admission online in advance (link below).

Petting Zoo Kids & Family Festival @ Shipgarten
2025-11-23 12:00 - 18:00 | Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., McLean, VA, 22102, United States
Petting Zoo, a fun and furry experience for the whole family, will be at the Kids & Family Festival on November 23, 2025, at Shipgarten. Plus, there will be live music, moon bounces, face painting, arts & crafts, and a magic show by Jake the Great, and a full outdoor playground to ensure everyone has a blast.
Admission is free (link below).

Christmas Village @ Inner Harbor
2025-11-23 12:00 | West Shore Park/Inner Harbor, 501 Light St., Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
Now in its 12th season, this authentic German Christmas Market in Baltimore has captured hearts and become a cherished holiday tradition.
Inspired by Nuremberg’s historic 16th-century Christkindlesmarkt, this market is renowned for its exceptional vendors offering high-quality gifts and food. It’s the perfect setting for everyone to create lasting holiday memories amidst festive cheer!
Featuring 65+ local and international vendors in charming wooden booths and illuminated by thousands of lights, Christmas Village in Baltimore, held most days November 22-December 24, 2025, offers both indoor and outdoor holiday markets, a carousel and Ferris Wheel, and a 35′ iconic German Christmas Gluhwein tower offering mulled wine. Plus, you won’t want to miss a visit with Santa at the Baltimore Visitor Center, or a hug from the event’s beloved mascot, Gingy, the Gingerbread, who can be seen strolling across the market every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 pm.
Hungry? You’ll also find a variety of authentic European cuisine to savor throughout your visit.
Admission is free. Get your Wine Tasting tickets in advance; details here.

DC Holiday Market @ Dupont Circle
2025-11-23 11:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Holiday Market, The 1500 block of 19th St. NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20001, United States
The Downtown Holiday Market (newly renamed the DC Holiday Market) — a beloved holiday tradition — welcomes shoppers from November 14-December 23, 2025!
This annual outdoor market gives you the opportunity to support small businesses and entrepreneurs. You’ll find more than 70 exhibitors to shop from, food and drink vendors, and even live entertainment at the market’s new location, in the 1500 block of 19th St. NW, behind Kramer’s Books & Café. Click here for information on public transportation and parking.

ICE! @ Gaylord National Resort
2025-11-23 10:00 - 20:45 | Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Gaylord National Resort’s signature holiday event, ICE!, is back for another year of memories and fun! Inspired by the beloved The Polar Express, visit from November 14-January 4, 2026.
Flash sale! Save big on tickets through November 1, 2025 — up to 50% with online code GIFT25.
An experience like no other — ICE! features more than 2 million pounds of colossal sculptures and art made from ice, hand-carved by master artisans from Harbin, China! Wind your way through larger-than-life holiday displays, zoom down ice slides, and enjoy story-driven holiday scenes inspired by Christmas classics. And, don’t worry about the cold. Upon admission, Gaylord provides oversized blue parkas to keep all ages warm.
Before and after, there’s plenty to see and do, too:
Cirque: Spirit of Christmas
Fee-Based
Enjoy a Cirque-style holiday spectacular featuring soaring acrobatics, stunning stunts, and Broadway flair.
Gingerbread Decorating Corner
Fee-Based
Design delicious gingerbread creations and enjoy a meet-and-greet with Nutmeg, the resort’s very own gingerbread man.
Mistletoe Mile Scavenger Hunt
Fee-Based
Follow festive clues around the resort, complete an interactive guidebook, and earn a special souvenir at the finish.
Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions
Fee-Based
Meet Mrs. Claus for cozy storytime, classic carols, and fresh-baked cookies.
Photos with Santa
Fee-Based
Children share their wishes, confirm their spot on the nice list, and capture a keepsake photo with Santa.
Snowball Build & Blast
Fee-Based
Build snowballs and launch them in a frosty, hands-on play zone.
Wildlife Rescue
Complimentary
Embark on a virtual AR safari to discover endangered animals, bring them to life, learn fun facts, and snap photos along the way.
Here-We-Glow
Complimentary
In the resort’s multi-story atrium, enjoy a stunning, choreographed light show set to a holiday soundtrack, with a high-energy sing-along finale.

Loudoun Christmas Market @ Dulles Town Center
2025-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Cir., Sterling, VA, 20166, United States
Bring the whole family to enjoy a festive holiday experience!
Listen to holiday music and spread cheer as you shop from local artisans and businesses at the Loudoun Christmas Market, November 22-23, 2025. Get into the joyful holiday spirit with kids’ activities, free balloon twisting, and free pictures with Santa!
Shop, eat, and celebrate the season while supporting local makers and businesses at Dulles Town Center.
Admission is free.

Playground on Ice Sundays @ Ashburn Ice House
2025-11-23 09:50 - 10:50 | Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smith Switch Rd., Ashburn, 20147, United States
Playground on Ice is a special public skating session for little ones! Availability can change at the last minute, so be sure to check the Ashburn Ice House event registration page before you attend.

Explore, Touch, & Play @ the National Children's Museum
2025-11-23 09:30 - 16:30 | National Children’s Museum, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Education and fun come together at the National Children’s Museum! This indoor family destination boasts a wide variety of touch-and-play activities, exhibits, and interactive experiences centered around science, technology, engineering, art, and math. No matter your child’s age, a visit to the National Children’s Museum will spark curiosity and inspire creativity in every learner!
Open daily except Tuesdays (and select holidays), you’re invited to reserve your admission (recommended) from 9:30 am-4:30 pm. The Museum operates with hourly, timed-entry tickets to manage visitor capacity and ensure a safe learning environment.
Get excited! Check out their permanent exhibits (below), visiting exhibits, and upcoming events!
• Dream Machine
• Little Dreamers
• Weather Worlds
• Climate Action Heroes
• placita mágica
• Art + Tech
• Data Science Alley
• Little Movers
• Engineering Games + Play
• Tinkerers Studio
Purchase tickets online; link below.

Family Skate Night @ Thomas Jefferson Community Center
2025-11-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 2nd St. S, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
Skate Night returns to the TJ Community Center on select Saturdays from 6-9 pm! Enjoy a family-friendly skating session from November through March.
Pre-registration online is encouraged to reserve your skate size, as they often run out. Have your own skates? Register early online or walk in.
Registration opens one week before the event date (link below).

Parent's Night Out: The Willoughbys @ The Fitness Equation • Ashburn, VA
2025-11-22 17:00 - 21:00 | The Fitness Equation • Ashburn, VA, 44693 Brimfield Dr., Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Parents…make plans to enjoy a night out while the kids enjoy a night in – at The Fitness Equation!
Here’s what’s coming up this month:
Nov 22, 2025
The Willoughbys
Registration required; link below.

Kids Night In/Parents Night Out @ Douglass Community Center
2025-11-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Douglass Community Center, 407 E. Market St., Leesburg, VA, 20176, United States
Enjoy a relaxing night out while your kids have fun indoors with games, crafts, dinner, snacks, and supervised play. Parents Play Out, Kids Play In at the Douglass Community Center is the perfect evening for parents to recharge and kids to play.
Upcoming opportunities:
• Nov 22, 2025
While you savor your time out, rest assured knowing your child is in safe hands, making new friends, and creating cherished memories.
Pre-registration required; link below.

Kids Eat For Just $1 @ El Fresco Tex-Mex Grill
2025-11-22 17:00 - 20:00 | El Fresco Tex Mex Grill, VA
The El Fresco Tex-Mex Grill menu is packed with delicious, freshly prepped favorites for moms, dads, and little amigos! Even better? Kids eat for just $1 on Saturday nights at select locations!
This offer is valid Saturdays from 5-8 pm for kids 12 & under. Receive one discounted kid’s menu meal per $9 dine-in entree at all their Northern Virginia locations:

Alexandria ∙ 7324 Richmond Hwy.
Centreville ∙ 6005 Centreville Crest Ln.
Chantilly ∙ 13970 Metrotech Dr.
Sterling ∙ 46580 S Cottage Rd.

Connect with El Fresco Tex-Mex Grill and check out their menu online. Be sure to share your email with them to get news and deals delivered right to your inbox. Get social, too! Find them on Facebook and Instagram.

Turkey Trot 5K @ Herndon Community Center
2025-11-22 16:00 | Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, VA, 20170, United States
Turkeys, young and old, are invited to Herndon Parks & Rec’s Turkey Trot on November 22, 2025!
This scenic cross-country 5K is a pre-Thanksgiving tradition. Even better, participate in a costume contest and get long-sleeve race shirts (available to the first 400 registered runners)!
Pre-registration required; link below.
