Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Dec
2026
Fairmont Washington, DC, Georgetown
Dec 05, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026
Santa Returns to his Suite at the Fairmont
Dec 05, 2026 - Dec 30, 2026
Fairmont's Nutcracker Afternoon Tea
Capitol Hill
Kimpton George Hotel
Dec 05, 2026
Sip & Script: Calligraphy Class
Southwest & The Wharf
Kyle Gordon
Museum of the Bible
Dec 06, 2026
Dr. Mark David Hall, “Did America Have a Christian Founding? SEPARATING MODERN MYTH FROM HISTORICAL TRUTH”
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Sixth & I
A Year of Jewish Joy turns the calendar into a year of fresh and accessible celebrations worth showing up for—hungry.
Georgetown
CUT D.C. by Wolfgang Puck
Dec 06, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026
Annual Santa Brunch returns. Enjoy CUT brunch staples, a festive dessert display, and photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Downtown
National Museum of Women in the Arts
Seasonal artist market and free museum tours, art-making, events!