If you’re looking for winter/holiday light displays, the DMV is certainly the place for you. In addition to extravagant light displays in neighborhoods across the region, we have put a list of twelve great places for individuals and families to enjoy winter/holiday light displays:
Bull Run Festival of Lights
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- Location: Centreville, VA
- Dates: Through January 7, Monday-Thursday 5:30-9:30 p.m., Friday-Sunday and holidays 5:30-10 p.m.
- Highlights: Drive along a 2.5-mile festive trail, visit the Holiday Village for bonfires, s’mores, and gifts.
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Enchant Christmas
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- Location: Washington, DC
- Dates: Nov 24-Dec 31
- Highlights: The world’s largest Christmas lights display at Nationals Park, featuring a light maze, ice skating rink, and a festive village.
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Festival of Lights at The DC Temple
- Location: Kensington, MD
- Dates: November 30-January 1
- Highlights: Beautiful Créche displays featuring nativities from around the world and hosts many holiday performances that are free and open to the public
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Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens
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- Location: Wheaton, MD
- Dates: Through December 31 (closed Nov 20-23, Dec 24-25), 5:30-9:30 p.m.
- Highlights: A 1-mile walk-through exhibit with colorful displays, hot chocolate, and seasonal mementos at the gift shop.
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Ice & Lights – The Winter Village at Cameron Run
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- Location: Alexandria, VA
- Dates: Through January 1, 5-10 p.m.
- Highlights: Cameron Run Regional Park transforms into a winter village with a light-up arch, walk-through tree, and ice skating rink.
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Light Yards
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- Location: Washington, DC
- Dates: Nov 20-Jan 7, 5-10 p.m.
- Highlights: Interactive light installation at The Yards, with sparkling jingle bell swings, a holiday-themed train, and a cocktail competition.
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Luminocity Festival
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- Location: Gaithersburg, MD
- Dates: Nov 24-Jan 15
- Highlights: An immersive lantern festival at Montgomery County Fairgrounds with magical themes like radiant unicorns and pandas.
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Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights
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- Location: Vienna, VA
- Dates: Through January 7, 5:30-10 p.m.
- Highlights: Transforming Meadowlark Botanical Gardens into a holiday wonderland, enjoy nature and holiday-themed displays.
Sailing Through The Winter Solstice
- Location: Frederick, MD
- Dates: November 2023-March 2024
- Highlights: Every year Carroll Creek Park is filled with individually designed lighted sailboats.
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Winter City Lights
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- Location: Olney, MD
- Dates: Through December 30, times vary
- Highlights: A 1.5-mile trail featuring over 1 million lights, bonfires, and a 52-foot tall programmable Christmas tree.
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Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park
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- Location: Gaithersburg, MD
- Dates: Nov 24-Dec 31 (closed Dec 25), 6-9 p.m. (Sun-Thu), 6-10 p.m. (Fri-Sat)
- Highlights: A 3.5-mile drive-thru lights experience with 450 displays, tuned into 97.1 WASH-FM for holiday music.
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ZooLights
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- Location: Washington, DC
- Dates: Nov 24-26, Dec 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-23, 26-30, 5-9 p.m. (Thu-Sat), 5-8 p.m. (Sun)
- Highlights: Smithsonian’s National Zoo adorned with over half a million LED lights, live music, and seasonal treats.
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FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you're an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
Let the enticing aromas of mouthwatering Caribbean dishes tantalize your taste buds. Feast on traditional delicacies prepared by expert chefs, showcasing the rich and diverse culinary heritage of the Caribbean. Indulge in flavorful jerk chicken, succulent seafood, and delectable plantain dishes that will transport you straight to the islands.
Accompanying the culinary extravaganza is a carefully curated selection of premium wines, ensuring the perfect pairing for your palate. Sip on fine wines from renowned vineyards, each sip a reflection of the Caribbean's vibrant spirit. Discover new flavors, expand your wine knowledge, and savor unforgettable moments with every glass.
As the sun sets, get ready to groove to the infectious rhythms of Caribbean music. Feel the pulsating beats of reggae, soca, dancehall, and calypso, moving your body to the lively melodies. Live performances by talented musicians and performers will keep the energy high, ensuring a night of unforgettable entertainment.
Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the Caribbean spirit and celebrate the arrival of spring in style! Tickets are available on AllEvents, so secure your spot today. Join us at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival, where cultures collide and unforgettable memories are made.
LIVE PERFORMANCES By: CULTURE Feat. Kenyatta Hill, EXCO LEVI, IMAGE BAND, RAS LIDJ REGG'GO with Special Guest SUGAR BEAR FROM E.U. & MORE! & MORE!
MUSIC By: DJ ABLAZE, DJ SMALLY & NAJ SUPREME
2 NIGHT Camping packages available: RV/CAMPER $200 | TENTS $150 Starting on Friday May 17 @ 5pm | 30 RV SPACES | 30+ TENT SPACES
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE!!!
