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Holiday Events for Kids and Families
in Atlanta to Book Now

Ford's Theatre A Christmas Carol
Downtown
Various dates, November 20 - December 31, 2025
Tickets on sale now
Experience a reinterpretation of Charles Dickens' classic Christmas story in historic Ford's Theatre. This version of Ebenezer Scrooge's story is a music-infused production, capturing the magic and joy of this Yuletide classic. Add to calendar Website

ZooLights at the National Zoo
Woodley Park
Various dates, November 21, 2025 - January 3, 2026
Tickets on sale soon
This annual festive event features a variety of attractions including light shows, musical performances, inflatable slides, a train ride, and an outdoor market. ZooLights does not feature animals, and all indoor exhibits are closed. Attractions may not be open when temperatures are 35 degrees or below. Website

Winter Wonderfest at Nationals Park
Navy Yard
November 28 - December 30, 2025
Tickets on sale now
Celebrate the season with Winter Wonderfest at Nationals Park! Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities on the field, including a tubing slide, curling lanes, a train ride, LED seesaws, putt-putt and snowball speed-throw challenges, a Northern Lights experience, a sculpture garden, and more. Grown-ups can enjoy a 21-and-over area with a hidden speakeasy. Website

The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker (at The Warner Theatre)
Downtown
Various dates, November 29 - December 28, 2025
Tickets on sale now
This classic ballet has a historic twist this holiday season in one of DC's most iconic theaters, the Warner Theatre. The Washington Ballet's adaptation is set in 1882 Georgetown, with characters that include George Washington, Harriet Tubman, King George III, and others. Website

Santa's Suite at Fairmont Georgetown
Georgetown
Dates coming soon
Santa and his elves are heading to the Santa Suite at the Fairmont Washington, DC, Georgetown. This year's Suite is a whimsical winter wonderland set up for Santa and his special guests, including Garfield, Winnie the Pooh, Elsa, Skye, Peppa Pig, Sponge Bob, Mickey Mouse, and Harry Potter. Families can enjoy 15-minute visits of up to 10 people to the Suite, where they can eat gingerbread treats and write letters to Santa. Website

Family Christmas Events 2025 to Book Now in Maryland

ICE! featuring The Polar Express (at Gaylord National Resort)
National Harbor
Daily, November 14, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Tickets on sale now
Visitors can experience the beloved holiday ICE! featuring The Polar Express, a dazzling, immersive, story-driven holiday showplace complete with larger-than-life ice sculptures, thrilling frozen slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels. Website

Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens
Wheaton
Various dates, November 21, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Tickets on sale now
Brookside Gardens transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland with over one million colorful lights. The display includes original works depicting animals, flowers, and other natural elements, as well as computerized light displays complete with music and fog. Website

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at B&O Railroad Museum
Baltimore
Various dates, November 28 - December 23, 2025
Tickets on sale now
Whether you’re starting a family tradition, planning a festive date night, or celebrating with friends, The Polar Express Train Ride brings the spirit of Christmas to life—for all who believe. This adventure includes live performances, hot chocolate and a sugar cookie, a special moment with Santa presenting the First Gift of Christmas, and continued magic at the North Pole with holiday crafts, cozy s’mores, and festive shopping. Website

Holly TrolleyFest at the National Capital Trolley Museum
Colesville
Saturdays & Sundays, November 29 - December 21, 2025
Tickets on sale November 1
The National Trolley Museum presents its annual Holly TrolleyFest. Families can ride the street cars, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy a holiday model railroad display, do crafts, and more.  Website

Breakfast with Santa at B&O Railroad
Baltimore
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Tickets on sale now
Our favorite guest, Santa, is visiting the B&O, and he is hungry! Join him for a breakfast buffet to welcome the holiday season. Bring out the family for a delicious meal, a visit with Santa (and a special gift for every child), special photos, and a train ride! Website

Holiday and Christmas Events for Kids in Virginia to Book Now

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (at Capital One Hall)
Tysons
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Tickets on sale now
This acclaimed holiday tradition is live in theaters again this Christmas season. The show includes larger-than-life puppets, breathtaking acrobatics, and dazzling costumes. The international cast features stars of Ukraine ballet, performing at the highest level of classical technique. Website

Whistle Stop Hobbies Annual Santa Train
Alexandria
Mondays, December 1-15; Thursday, December 18, 2025
Tickets on sale now, in person only
Take a train ride with Santa and Mrs. Claus from Alexandria's King Street Station to Old Town Manassas. There you 'll enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, a storytime in the station, and a Q&A with Santa on the platform before returning to King Street. The entire journey takes three hours, and every kid will receive a special holiday treat. Website

Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park
Fairfax Station
Saturdays & Sundays, December 6-21, 2025
Tickets on sale soon
Climb aboard the Holiday Express for a train ride, take a spin on the Carolers Carousel, play Gingerbread Man Golf, and warm up by the fire and cook s'mores. Enjoy hot chocolate and candy canes. Don't forget to visit with Santa. Website

VRE Santa Train
Manassas
Saturday, December 13
Tickets on sale soon
Ride a VRE train to meet Santa and friends, who are on board to promote rail safety and Operation Lifesaver’s “Look, Listen and Live” campaign. Santa’s helpers hand out candy canes and coloring books. Website

Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon
Saturday & Sunday, December 20 & 21, 2025
Tickets on sale now
Join Mount Vernon for a family-friendly celebration of the holiday season with an enchanted evening of Christmas Illuminations. Watch stunning holiday fireworks over the Potomac River and enjoy the atmospheric setting of an 18th-century winter encampment. Greet General George Washington, visit with Aladdin the Camel, tour the mansion, and shop at a winter market featuring 18th-century wares and crafts. Website

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