HO-HO-HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
Discovery Theater’s
Seasons of Light
additional characters like George
Washington and King George III.

Through Dec. 21, 10:15 a.m. &
11:30 a.m.; Ripley Center,
Washington, D.C.

FESTIVE CHEER
This seasonal show celebrates the
warmth of many holidays filled with
light. Learn the history and customs
of Devali, Ramadan, Sankta Lucia,
Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Christmas
and the First Nations’ tradition of the
Winter Solstice at this fun,
interactive event.

A Christmas Carol
Through Dec. 30; Ford’s Theatre,
Washington, D.C.

This music-infused production captures
the magic and joy of Dickens’ classic
tale. Join the ghosts of Christmas
Past, Present and Future as they lead
the miserly
Ebenezer Scrooge on
a journey of
transformation and redemption.

The Washington Ballet
Presents: The Nutcracker
Through Dec. 28; The Warner
Theatre, Washington, D.C.

In its 15th year of production,
Septime Webre’s The Nutcracker is back
again to captivate both young and
adult audiences with a magical
performance. The production takes
on a D.C. twist, with historic 1882
Georgetown as the setting and
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73rd Annual Manassas
Christmas Parade
Dec. 1, 10 a.m.; Historic Old Town
Manassas, VA
One of the
most beloved
Manassas Christmas
traditions is
back! With
around 2,000
participants, 300 volunteers and over
100 marching bands, floats and high-
flying balloons, the parade truly sets the
mood for the holiday season.

Holly TrolleyFest:
Ride the Streetcars
with Santa
Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16 and 22-23,
noon-5 p.m.; National Capital
Trolley Museum, Colesville, MD
Train lovers will have a blast
celebrating the holiday season at the
Holly TrolleyFest! Have fun with toy
trains and hang out with Santa aboard
the streetcars all afternoon.

National Hanukkah
Menorah Grand Lighting
Ceremony Dec. 2, 4 p.m., The White House
Ellipse, Washington, D.C.

Festivities at the lighting ceremony
include musical performances, hot
latkes, donuts
and free dreidels
and menorah
kits. This year’s
celebration will
feature a special
performance by the U.S. Army Band.

Bender JCC
Chanukah Party
Dec. 3, 5:30 p.m.

Celebrate the second night of Chanukah
with a candle lighting ceremony,
Chanukah storytime, latkes, arts and
crafts, open gym and more!
2018 Annual
Hanukkah Party
Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m.; National
Museum of American Jewish
Military, Washington, D.C.

Join in for an evening of latkes, jelly
doughnuts, gelt and song! Explore the
museum, grab some sweet treats, play
games, sing and learn about all the
ways Jews in the American military
have continued the tradition of the
Maccabees. Don’t forget to bring your
own menorah for a group lighting!
Village at Leesburg
Hanukkah Celebration
Dec. 9, 4-5 p.m.

Come take a look at the marvelous
Menorah in the Village Plaza and
celebrate the upcoming miracle
of Hanukkah with Rabbi David
Greenspoon of Congregation Sha’are
Shalom in Leesburg.