Weekend Roundup, Dec. 19-22
By • December 19, 2024 0 6
It’s the last weekend before Christmas. Why not take some time out of the busy holiday rush to enjoy these local activities? We hope you have a wonderful weekend!
It’s the Last Day of the Union Station Main Hall Holiday Market
Before you hop on your train out of town, don’t miss the last day of Union Station’s holiday market, which runs through 6 p.m. There will be vintage clothing, art, jewelry, collectibles and more. More information can be found here.
See The Hip-Hop Nutcracker at The National Theatre
This weekend only, enjoy a reimagining of the classic “Nutcracker” ballet as a modern holiday dance production with Kurtis “The Breaks” Blow, the first rapper to be signed by a major label in 1979, who will be the show’s MC. More information on tickets can be found here.
The Hip-Hop Nutcracker is at The National Theatre this weekend. Photo courtesy National Theatre.
Enjoy Fireside S’mores at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
‘Tis the season to be cozy! Now through December 31, sit fireside at The Living Room at the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown and enjoy s’mores and all the fixings from 5:30-6:30 p.m. More information on the event can be found here.
Celebrate “A Family Christmas” with The Choral Arts Society of Washington
This Sunday at 1 p.m., take the whole family for a concert (one hour, so perfect for the littles!) of all the classic holiday carols. Expect to hear favorites like “Jingle Bells,” “Frosty the Snowman,” and “White Christmas.” Rumor has it Santa, Frosty and Rudolph will be visiting too! More information on tickets can be found here.
Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon Brings Good Cheer
Mount Vernon is hosting a weekend of family-friendly fun. Friday through Sunday evening, there will be a winter market, holiday treats, campfires with s’mores and even a special greeting from General Washington on the east lawn. There will be a holiday fireworks program every evening at 8 p.m. set to music too. More information on the event can be found here.
Catch Step Afrika’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show Before It’s Gone
Arena Stage is hosting Step Afrika’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show now through Sunday. Enjoy the African American tradition of stepping mixed with holiday season magic. DJ Nutcracker and his friends, along with award-winning performers make for a festive show. More information on how to get tickets can be found here.
The Washington Master Chorale Presents “Comfort and Joy”
Sunday at The Church of the Epiphany, take in a holiday tradition with The Washington Master Chorale. There will be French, British and American works that portray the spirit of the holiday season. Francis Poulenc’s moving a cappella choral cycle Un soir de neige will be performed, along with Herbert Howells’ “Long, Long Ago.” More information on tickets can be found here.
See “The Nutcracker” with a Full Orchestra On Stage
FSO-nutcracker.jpg – Courtesy FSO. Local young dancer Caroline Musci as Clara.
Sure, D.C. residents are inundated with Nutcracker options this time of year, but the Fairfax Symphony and the Fairfax Ballet’s production of the show this Saturday and Sunday is unique as it’s the only one to feature live music by a full orchestra accompanying dancers on stage. There will be special guests from the New York City ballet too, like Emily Kikta, and local young dancer Caroline Musci will be Clara. More information on tickets can be found here.
