You’re both freaking out as a result of there’s not sufficient time this month to get the whole lot accomplished otherwise you’re scrolling with soiled chai in hand, feeling festive and centered on a great time. Both approach, we’re on this holly jolly journey collectively.
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We come bearing presents of dance, tune and procuring from throughout the area.
In the event you’re not headed to Northwest Stadium for the Military-Navy sport, chances are high that any bar with a functioning display could have it on.
Vacation stress? Shake it off with an all-ages, noon Taylor Swift dance celebration or knock out the remainder of your procuring checklist at a procrastinators’ market with a facet of pickleball.
Nonetheless you’re spending this valuable weekend, keep in mind that with presents, it’s the thought that counts.
4 issues to know for the weekend
Weekend highlights
Wreaths Throughout America Day at Arlington Nationwide Cemetery
Begins at 8 a.m. Sat.
🔗 Particulars
1000’s of volunteers will place vacation wreaths at graves at Arlington Nationwide Cemetery on Saturday in a touching tribute to servicemembers.
For many years, Wreaths Throughout America has come to Arlington Nationwide Cemetery with the aim of inserting a wreath at each grave. As volunteers place every wreath at a gravestone, they’re requested to say the title of every veteran aloud.
Need to volunteer? Present up by 8 a.m. on Saturday. Register right here (it’s not required, nevertheless it means you get vital electronic mail updates). Take Metro or a ride-share; the parking zone will solely be open to folks with handicap placards. Plan to undergo a safety screening at Arlington Nationwide Cemetery.
Professional tip: Deliver gloves to guard your palms from piney prickles and the chilly.
This is extra data on collaborating at Arlington Nationwide Cemetery.
Discover different cemeteries to volunteer at right here.
Procrastinator’s Vacation Market
Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kraken Kourts and Skates (514 Rhode Island Ave. NE)
🔗 Particulars
Take pleasure in a one-day indoor and outside occasion with leisure, free vacation practice rides and a raffle for objects from featured distributors promoting the whole lot from garments to boozy drinks to candles.
Previous City Alexandria Christmas Market and Vacation Craft Present
Sat., Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., John Carlyle Sq. (300 John Carlyle Sq.)
🔗 Particulars
At this outside market, you may discover handcrafted objects from native artisans, meals, Christmas music and all the vacation vibes. The occasion may also provide a child’s nook the place kids can create their very own ornaments.
Brentwood Artisan Store Craft Vacation Honest and Mead Tasting Lounge
Sat., Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🔗 Particulars
Buy presents from greater than a dozen native artists whereas having fun with a reside brass band. Maryland Meadworks might be on web site for some festive sips.
Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Vacation Step Present
Via Dec. 22, Enviornment Stage in Southwest D.C., $149+
🔗 Particulars
The “world’s first vacation present highlighting the African American custom of stepping” invitations you to take pleasure in furry pals Popper the Penguin and Polo the Polar Bear, plus DJ Nutcracker, in a efficiency that guarantees to get you stomping your ft.
Reductions can be found for households and theatergoers underneath 35; discover extra data right here.
On Sunday, Enviornment Stage may also provide free photographs with Santa. Area is proscribed, and registration is a should!
“Someway, Someway: A Christmas Manufacturing”
Fri. to Solar., First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Higher Marlboro, $22.79+
🔗 Particulars
Gospel powerhouses together with Kim Burrell, Jonathan McReynolds, Darrell Partitions, Isaac Caree and MAJOR are coming collectively in a Christmas musical telling the story of Jesus’ start.
“This manufacturing options over 100 forged members, unique music and a LIVE petting zoo within the constructing,” based on its Fb web page.
Homosexual Males’s Refrain of Washington DC: The Vacation Present
Sat., 3 p.m. and eight p.m., The Lincoln Theatre, $50+
🔗 Particulars
Make the Yuletide homosexual with the Homosexual Males’s Refrain of Washington DC’s annual vacation extravaganza. You’ll hear basic songs, conventional carols from different international locations (South Africa and the Philippines, for starters) and see thrilling strikes from the seventeenth Road Dance ensemble.
Swiftie Night time: All ages Taylor Swift singalong
Solar., 1 p.m., Union Stage at The Wharf, $20
🔗 Particulars
Taylor Swift’s Eras tour could also be over, however the singalong is simply getting began at Union Stage. This all-ages dance celebration welcomes youngsters and Swifties of all ages to belt out their favourite Taylor songs all afternoon. Deliver friendship bracelets, and 🤞 for “Christmas Tree Farm”!
The Washington Refrain presents “A Candlelight Christmas”
Sat., 7:30 p.m., Strathmore in North Bethesda, $15+
Solar., 4 p.m., The Kennedy Heart, $15-$109 (plus Dec. 21-22)
🔗 Particulars
“Spirited brass, a festive refrain, and further particular visitors” come collectively to convey you over a dozen basic vacation Christmas songs. Tickets begin at $15, which is a superb deal at Strathmore or The Kennedy Heart.
Concert events this weekend
Ovlov, 10 p.m. Saturday, Comet Ping Pong, $26.78
Emotive vocals over fuzzy guitars, noise pop hooks and softer shoegaze. A tighter band than its slacker rock affiliation suggests. Eclectic indie pop rockers Hammer No Extra the Fingers open. Be part of the waitlist.
The Jesus Lizard, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Black Cat, $40
Extremely influential noise rockers took 26 years between albums and didn’t lose a step. Ominously heavy rhythm part; jagged, razor-like riffs; and charismatic singer David Yow’s humor v. horror lyrics. Particulars.
🔮 Wanting forward: Krautrock pioneers Kraftwerk introduced a March present at The Anthem, and The Swell Season, the lovable duo of Markéta Irglová and Glen Hansard from the film “As soon as,” will play Wolf Entice in July.
Issues to do in D.C.
Theater, concert events and music
Sports activities and train
- Capital Hockey Basic: Thurs., 5 p.m., Capital One Enviornment
- Military-Navy Block Celebration: Fri., 1-8 p.m., Yards Park in Southeast, free
- Military-Navy Sport: Sat., Northwest Stadium in Landover, bought out however resale tickets out there
- Jolly Jog: Sat., test in by 9 a.m., meet at The Yards Park, free
Vacation Markets
- Christmas Markt at Heurich Home Museum: Via Fri., 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, admission prices $8-$12 if bought on-line and upfront
- Procrastinator’s Vacation Market: Sat., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kraken Kourts and Skates (514 Rhode Island Ave. NE)
- Van Ness Vacation Pop-up: Sat., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4310 and 4330 Connecticut Ave. NW, free
- Distinctive World’s Vacation Pop-up store: Sat. and Solar., Dock5 at Union Market in Northeast D.C., $12
- DC Vacation Market at Dupont Circle: Prolonged by way of Mon. Dec. 23, 1500 nineteenth Road NW (behind the Kramers Bookstore), free entry
Experiences
- “In Slavery’s Wake” — new Nationwide Museum of African American Historical past and Tradition exhibit: Opens Fri.
- Snowglow at The Dome “gastro-gallery”: Opens Fri., Hello-Garden at Union Market in Northeast D.C., $35 per individual (meals prices additional)
- Ghosts of Georgetown Tour: Sat. and choose different December dates, $39
- Pinstripes brunch with Santa: Solar., 10 a.m. to three p.m., 1064 Wisconsin Ave NW
- Krampusfest: Sat., 7 p.m., Wundergarten in Northest , free entry
- Krampus’ Vacation Market: Solar., midday to 4 p.m., Wundergarten in Northest, free entry
- Mild Yards: Via Jan. 1, The Yards Park in Southeast, free
Issues to do in Maryland
Winter Frosty Pageant (photos with Santa and toy giveaway): Fri., 5:30 to eight:30 a.m., Bladensburg Neighborhood Heart, free
Taylor Swift Eras skate: Fri., 9:30-11:30 p.m., Herbert W. Wells Ice Rink in Faculty Park, admission $6-$9, leases $4
BlackRock Heart for the Arts Artisan’s Market: Sat., 10 a.m. to six p.m., 12901 City Commons Drive in Germantown, free entry
Brentwood Artisan Store Craft Vacation Honest and Mead Tasting Lounge: Sat., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 3901 Rhode Island Avenue Brentwood, free entry
Ice Skate with Santa: Sat., 2-4 p.m., Herbert W. Wells Ice Rink in Faculty Park, admission $6-$9, leases $4
“Elf” screening: Sat., 3 p.m., Greenbelt Cinema, $5 recommended donation
The Washington Refrain presents “A Candlelight Christmas”: Sat., 7:30 p.m., Strathmore in North Bethesda, $15+
Tula’s Vacation Drag Present: Sat., BlackRock Heart for the Arts in Germantown, $45
Kwanzaa Necessities: Solar., 2-3 p.m., Montpelier Arts Heart in Laurel, free
twenty fifth Annual Gingerbread Home Contest and Present: Fri. to Solar., midday to five p.m., Darnall’s Likelihood Home Museum in Higher Marlboro, $2 per individual (free for teenagers 4 and underneath)
Issues to do in Virginia
Capital Artwork and Craft Pageant: Fri. to Solar., Dulles Expo Heart in Chantilly, $11 (free for teenagers 12 and underneath)
Fairfax Vacation Market: Fri. to Solar., Previous City Sq. in Fairfax, free entry
Occoquan Vacation Store Late Night time: Fri., numerous companies open till 8 p.m. or later
Mosaic Vacation Village Weekends by URBNMarket: Sat. and Solar., Mosaic District in Fairfax, free
Nationwide Wreaths Throughout America Day at Arlington Nationwide Cemetery: Begins at 8 a.m. Sat.
Claus and Cookies: Sat., 12:30 p.m., Fairfax Previous City Corridor (3999 College Drive), $5 per baby
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