December 27th, 2025 12-2pm
Anacostia Community Museum - Free

Join in the fun and learning through Playback Theatre, an innovative and powerful form of improvisational theatre where personal stories shared by the audience are immediately brought to life by a group of talented actors and musicians.

November 21st-December 23rd, 2025 Mon-Thurs 12pm-8pm Fri-Sat 11am-9pm Sun 11am-8pm

F St NW Between 7th and 9th Sts

Collection of creative holiday vendors and food: link to list here. Metro accessible.

November 21st-January 3rd, 2025-2026

Smithsonian National Zoo - $9 per person

Celebrate the holidays at ZooLights! Enjoy twinkling lights and a festive atmosphere as this beloved winter classic returns to the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Journey through magical displays of glowing animal lanterns, watch live musical performances, sip hot cocoa and other festive treats, and explore the Zoo under the dazzling glow of one million environmentally-friendly LED lights.