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ZooLights |
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November 27 - December 30, 2009
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington 2000 • 202-673-4800
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Venture forth to the National Zoo for ZooLights, where many of the light sculptures take the form of favorite animals. Music, arts and crafts, puppet shows and ice carving demonstrations are also on the schedule. Some of the animal exhibits remain open for this event, too, such as the Reptile House and the Small Mammal House. |
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Garden of Lights |
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November 27 - January 3, 2010
1800 Glenallan Ave Brookside Gardens, Wheaton 20902
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Throughout December, Brookside Gardens has a fantastic walk-through fantasy world of smiling dragons, twinkly flowers, and brightly-lit trees. Inside the conservatories are model railroad exhibits, and there is musical entertainment just about every night as well. Although it is a walk-through display, visitors must drive to the park; pedestrians will not be admitted. Admission is charged at the parking lot entrance. |
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National Tree Lighting Ceremony |
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December 2009
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington 20500 • 202-456-1111
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Each year, people across the nation watch the District's most famous holiday tradtion, the lighting on the National Christmas Tree by the President and First Lady, on television. But if you're able to make the trip to DC, the ceremony's much more moving in person. The President offers holiday wishes to the crowd, and a military band performance enhances the celebration. Afterwards, be sure to admire the smaller trees representing our states and territories. The trees stay lit and there is a variety of entertainment every day throughout the rest of the month. Tickets available Nov 1, 8pm at the Ellipse Visitor Pavillion. |
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Washington Ballet: Webre's Nutcracker |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
December 2009
1299 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington 20004 • 202-783-4000 • FAX: 202-783-0204
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Set in colonial America, Webre's Nutcracker is Washington's response to Tchaikovsky's classic ballet. You'll recognize the music from the original version, but George Washington appears as the nutcracker, fighting his enemy King George II. If you're ready for a break from tradition, come enjoy this whimsical twist on a holiday favorite! |
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Galleries of Dupont Circle Open House |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
December 5 - December 4, 2009
Connecticut Avenue NW Dupont Circle, Washington 20009
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On any given Friday, Dupont Circle is the epicenter of DC's nightlife scene. But on the first Friday of each month, area art galleries up the ante and vie for the attention of passersby as they open their doors to the public. The art set is out in full force, from collectors and aficionados to the artists themselves. Offering up free snacks and wine, the galleries leave their doors open late to attract locals and tourists alike. |
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Restaurant Week |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
February 2010
Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington 20001
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Economic times are tough, but that doesn't mean you have to drop dining out from the budget. During Washington, DC Restaurant Week, nearly 200 of the city's most excellent eateries serve up savory meals for a fraction of regular menu cost. Lunch will set you back $20.09 and 3-course dinners cost $35.09. Posh picks run the taste-bud gamut from Italian and Mexican to Asian and French. Bon appetite! |
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Smithsonian Kite Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
March 2010
3rd St NW and 7th St NW, Washington • 703-416-7223
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Looking for a green activity in the District? The 43rd annual Kite Festival is highlighting wind power and encouraging kite-flyers to build kites with renewable resources. If watching kites soar with monuments in the background doesn't keep you busy enough, endless activities accompany the festival. Learn the history of kites, build your own kite, or bring a handmade kite and enter the competition. |
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National Cherry Blossom Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
March 27 - April 11, 2010
Tidal Basin, Washington
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More than a million tourists come from far and wide to catch a glimpse of the cherry blossom blooms each year in DC. The annual festival commemorates the 1912 gift of cherry trees to the city from Tokyo. The key to beating the crowds is knowing exactly what activities are on the calendar. Everything from an opening ceremony and a commemorative walk to art exhibits and fireworks celebrate the beautiful blooms. |
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Smithsonian Craft Show |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 2010
401 F St NW, Washington 20001 • 202-272-2448 • FAX: 202-272-2564
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The craft fair is one of the world's most prestigious juried exhibitions. The show focuses on traditional American crafts, and esteemed judges choose winners in a variety of media, including leather, glass, jewelry, basketry, ceramics and mixed media. Because of the great selection and high quality, this is the ideal place to stock up on gifts or artistic pieces for the home. METRO: Judiciary Square on Red Line |
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Civil War Weekend |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
May 2010
3610 Old Lee Hwy Historic Blenheim Estate, Fairfax
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Held each May, this event caters to Civil War and military buffs who want to see what life was like for people living during that time. The event is named for the Blenheim house, which opens just once a year during the festival to show the public the fascinating scrawling of Civil War soldiers that are still visible in the attic. Also look for pony rides for the kids, craft shows, quilting displays, military demonstrations, and lots of patriotic music. |
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