Last updated: November 11, 2024
Ready for festive fun, Clinton? Our guide will show you all the best holiday happenings. Whether Clinton is your permanent address or your temporary haven, this guide is your holiday companion.
Experience the magic of the season with ICE at Gaylord National featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas", a stunning display that brings the beloved holiday classic to life in ice. With its intricate sculptures and vibrant colors, this event captures the spirit of the holidays. The National Harbor Tree Light Show dazzles with its choreographed lights and sounds, creating an enchanting atmosphere. And definitely don't forget the Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks, a spectacular evening celebrating community and cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Clinton Holiday Light Displays
National Harbor Tree Light Show
- What to Expect
- Spectacular RGB tree light show with holiday music.
- Description
- The National Harbor Tree Light Show features a 60-foot RGB tree that comes to life nightly with a breathtaking light show dancing alongside a holiday medley recorded by the United States Air Force Band.
- Where
- National Harbor | More Info : National Harbor Tree Light Show
Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks
- What to Expect
- Spectacular fireworks display following tree lighting.
- Description
- The Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks event features a 60-foot RGB tree illuminated nightly with a holiday medley, accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display every Saturday night.
- Where
- National Harbor | More Info : Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks
Clinton Holiday Markets and Shopping
Downtown Holiday Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse local vendors and community activations.
- Description
- The DowntownDC Holiday Market in Penn Quarter-Chinatown offers a diverse array of local vendors, artisans, and community activations. Expect upgraded vendor kiosks, fresh artisanal goods, and a delectable food and beverage lineup.
- Where
- Washington | More Info : Downtown Holiday Market
German Christmas Village at Baltimore's Inner Harbor
- What to Expect
- Authentic German Christmas market with a wide selection of mulled wine and European food.
- Description
- German Christmas Village at Baltimore's Inner Harbor features over 60 local and international vendors offering high-quality gifts and European cuisine. The event includes a Glühwein pyramid, a heated festival tent, and rides like a historic carousel and Ferris wheel.
- Where
- Baltimore | More Info : German Christmas Village at Baltimore's Inner Harbor
Silver Spring Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Fair
- What to Expect
- Unique gifts and local artisans in a family-friendly, free admission event.
- Description
- The Silver Spring Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Fair at Veterans Plaza offers a festive celebration featuring seasonal artisans, delicious treats, and joyful spirit. Explore a merry marketplace filled with handcrafted treasures from local artisans, savor delightful food and desserts from various vendors, and immerse yourself in festive melodies of Christmas music.
- Where
- Silver Spring | More Info : Silver Spring Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Fair
Lucketts Old General Store and Grounds
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday decor and curated shopping experience.
- Description
- Lucketts Old General Store and Grounds transform into a holiday spectacle each November, featuring unique holiday murals, photo vignettes, and an over-the-top Holiday House with gorgeous holiday decor. The event is curated by an award-winning design team, ensuring every item is available for purchase. Visitors can relax by the fire and enjoy glass wine from Vanish Brewery.
- Where
- Leesburg | More Info : Lucketts Old General Store and Grounds
Clinton Holiday Shows and Entertainment
ICE at Gaylord National featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas"
- What to Expect
- Immersive ice sculptures of beloved Peanuts characters.
- Description
- ICE at Gaylord National features "A Charlie Brown Christmas" with over 40 ice artisans creating a nearly 20,000-square-foot, frozen attraction using more than two million pounds of ice. The display is kept at a frosty 9 degrees Fahrenheit, and guests are provided with signature blue parkas to stay warm.
- Where
- National Harbor | More Info : ICE at Gaylord National featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas"
Gaylord National Hotel Show
- What to Expect
- Interactive ice sculptures and thrilling frozen slides.
- Description
- At Gaylord National, immerse yourself in a holiday spectacle featuring larger-than-life ice sculptures, thrilling frozen slides, and spectacular light shows. Enjoy family-friendly activities like ice skating, gingerbread decorating, and bumper cars. The resort offers exclusive benefits for overnight guests, including early access and special dining reservations.
- Where
- National Harbor | More Info : Gaylord National Hotel Show
50th Annual Baltimore Holiday Parade
- What to Expect
- Community-driven holiday celebration with eclectic floats and local personalities.
- Description
- The 50th Annual Baltimore Holiday Parade is a vibrant celebration featuring colorful floats, local personalities, and lively bands, culminating with Santa Claus. It attracts thousands along a 2.5-mile route through Hampden and Medfield, showcasing the city's warmth and community spirit.
- Where
- Baltimore | More Info : 50th Annual Baltimore Holiday Parade
Clinton Other Holiday Activities
US Botanic Gardens Holiday Display and Trains
- What to Expect
- Model trains traverse through pollinator scenes made from plant parts.
- Description
- The US Botanic Gardens' holiday display features model trains running through pollinator scenes made from plant parts, festive lights, and DC landmarks crafted from plants. Thousands of poinsettias and holiday decor are also on display.
- Where
- Washington | More Info : US Botanic Gardens Holiday Display and Trains
Christmas in Middleburg
- What to Expect
- Mile-long Christmas parade with foxhunt riders and hounds.
- Description
- Christmas in Middleburg is a festive holiday event featuring a tree lighting ceremony, Breakfast with Santa, the Middleburg Hunt Review, a mile-long Christmas parade, and progressive food and wine tastings. The event celebrates the holiday season with activities, special events, and great eats in the charming town of Middleburg.
- Where
- Middleburg | More Info : Christmas in Middleburg