McLean Christmas Parties 2026

Participants learn royal icing techniques and decorating fundamentals from two in-person instructors. Each attendee receives six pre-baked holiday sugar cookies, four royal icing colors, sprinkles, and a take-home bakery box for their finished set. The small-group session accommodates up to...

Guests can enjoy seasonal treats and festive holiday décor while taking part in interactive family experiences. The event features special appearances from the cast of The Nutcracker. Admission also includes front orchestra seating for a performance of The Nutcracker at...

Guests gather for an open-bar cocktail reception featuring live holiday bagpipers before sitting down to a traditional three-course meal. The menu features herb focaccia, winter panzanella salad, braised beef short ribs with roasted winter vegetables, steamed Christmas pudding, and mince...

Participants dress in ugly holiday sweaters and visit multiple neighborhood bars, including Decades, Public Bar, and Zebbies Garden. The crawl features cover-free admission, drink specials, surprise giveaways, and event photography.

Gather for a classic family holiday tradition featuring a hot breakfast. Guests can create memories and enjoy a special visit from Santa and friends.

Guests gather for fellowship to admire creatively decorated tables arranged by hostesses and browse a Christmas Boutique offering handmade items. The evening includes dining on tea boxes filled with sandwiches and treats. The gathering concludes with a festive celebration of...

Hosted by Mixtape Sapphics, this holiday gathering brings visitors together for music and dancing at Salazar. Further program details will be announced by the organizers as the date approaches.

Participants play a tabletop role-playing game adventure led by professional Dungeon Masters, working in adventuring parties to stop Krampus from taking over as the Lord of Christmas. Games are organized into Standard Tables for all experience levels and Advanced Tables...

Costumed participants dressed as Santas, elves, and holiday characters visit participating bars throughout Washington, D.C. Attendees receive a wristband and route map granting admission and access to drink specials at each stop. Crawlers navigate between the participating venues at their...

Crawlers tour multiple venues across Clarendon featuring holiday themes such as Jingle Bell Rock, A Very Tiki Christmas, and Winter Wonderland. Participating stops host live DJs alongside designated food and drink specials. Attendees typically dress up in festive outfits, including...

Participants dress in holiday attire such as Santa suits, Christmas onesies, ugly sweaters, or elf costumes to visit bars across Dupont Circle. A wristband grants cover-free admission, drink specials, and access to live entertainment and surprise giveaways. Participating locations include...

Guests can celebrate across multiple bars and a dance floor with a live DJ playing house music, hip hop, Top 40, and dance hits. Admission provides complimentary party favors, house cocktails and shooters available at the bar, and a DJ-led...

Experience the magic of the holidays with American Girl's Holiday Teatime Traditions. Guests can indulge in a festive spread of sweet treats and delightful tea sandwiches, perfect for creating cherished memories. Children can engage in a fun tableside craft activity,...

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception hosts its annual Christmas Dinner event, providing essential meals to hundreds of individuals in need within the District of Columbia and surrounding areas. This compassionate initiative focuses on offering meals...

Ring in the holidays with a joyous concert by The Reston Chorale and the Virginia Bronze Handbell Ensemble. This musical treat features beloved holiday favorites perfect for the entire family. Additionally, enrich your season by participating in a sing-along of...