(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy a 2.5 mile drive-through of festive light displays, walk-through a Christmas Village and Carnival. The show is open nightly from November 11, 2022 through January 8, 2023. Times vary on weekday and weekends. PLEASE NOTE: YOU ONLY NEED TO BUY ONE TICKET PER VEHICLE.
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy even more lights this year as Meadowlark Botanical Gardens sparkles with displays of flowers, animals, trees, and holiday scenes along the Winter Walk of Lights .6-mile trail. Times and prices vary by weekday or weekend. See website for all details.
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Ice & Lights offers a fun, outdoor family experience to see unique light displays, take family pictures or selfies with a variety of displays, and take a spin on the outdoor ice rink. Tickets are available for the Village or Village and Ice Skating daily through January 1st. Prices and times vary from weekdays to weekends.
(DMV) The Christmas Bird Count occurs December 14 to January 5 every season. Sign up to receive information and results about all of Audubon's community science programs through American Birds, our newsletter by email. Click here for a map view of the circles expected to be included in the 124th CBC. You can use ESRI's free mobile app to view updated public ...
(DMV) The Christmas Bird Count occurs December 14 to January 5 every season. Sign up to receive information and results about all of Audubon’s community science programs through American Birds, our newsletter by email. Click here for a map view of the circles expected to be included in the 124th CBC. You can use ESRI’s free mobile app to view updated public ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) The Garden of Lights display transforms Brookside Gardens into a magical winter wonderland. Stroll through the one-half mile, outdoor, walk-through exhibit and enjoy the twinkling lights and glimmering one-of-a-kind displays adorning the flowerbeds and grounds throughout the 50-acre horticultural gem in Wheaton. Shop for unique seasonal items at the Gift Shop. Hot chocolate and light snacks will ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) The annual holiday display “Season’s Greenings” will feature model trains in the gated outdoor gardens, festive lights throughout the Garden, and the Conservatory will feature poinsettias, holiday decor, and D.C. landmarks made from plants. G-gauge model trains will circulate through displays of pollinators made from plant parts in the outdoor gardens. These scenes will range from ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) The annual holiday display “Season’s Greenings” will feature model trains in the gated outdoor gardens, festive lights throughout the Garden, and the Conservatory will feature poinsettias, holiday decor, and D.C. landmarks made from plants. G-gauge model trains will circulate through displays of pollinators made from plant parts in the outdoor gardens. These scenes will range from ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for our winter season theme of “Animals in Winter”. All season long learn about how different animals survive and thrive in the cold winter months through self guided activities and programs at the nature center. This theme month will be span over the winter season starting on December 2 and ending on February 29 .
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for our winter season theme of “Animals in Winter”. All season long learn about how different animals survive and thrive in the cold winter months through self guided activities and programs at the nature center. This theme month will be span over the winter season starting on December 2 and ending on February 29 .
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Santa’s animal friends are lost in our park and need rescuing! Go on a scavenger hunt to locate the critters so they can help Santa deliver candy and treats for the holidays! $5 per child. Appropriate for families and children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Check in at the nature center anytime ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Santa’s animal friends are lost in our park and need rescuing! Go on a scavenger hunt to locate the critters so they can help Santa deliver candy and treats for the holidays! $5 per child. Appropriate for families and children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Check in at the nature center anytime ...
(MD) (Nature Forward) The first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere is arriving. Whether you call this astronomical event the shortest day of the year—or the longest night of the year—it’s a good occasion to push away from your computer and join fellow nature lovers on a hike in a beautiful place. Our outing starts at the Widewater area along the ...
(MD) (Nature Forward) The first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere is arriving. Whether you call this astronomical event the shortest day of the year—or the longest night of the year—it’s a good occasion to push away from your computer and join fellow nature lovers on a hike in a beautiful place. Our outing starts at the Widewater area along the ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Let’s light up the night on one of the shortest days of the year. We’ll take a moment to slow down, reflect, and give thanks during a busy holiday season. Choose a guided activity in our meditation labyrinth, then warm up by the campfire and toast a marshmallow. This program is repeated through the evening. Select a ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Let’s light up the night on one of the shortest days of the year. We’ll take a moment to slow down, reflect, and give thanks during a busy holiday season. Choose a guided activity in our meditation labyrinth, then warm up by the campfire and toast a marshmallow. This program is repeated through the evening. Select a ...
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The whole family is invited to join us at the Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores! (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate & graham crackers). Families.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The whole family is invited to join us at the Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores! (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate & graham crackers). Families.
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Celebrate the first day of winter and shortest day of the year with a Park Naturalist for an outing into the forest and wetland at sunset on this December evening. We will look and listen for signs of nocturnal wildlife. Ages 5 to Adult.
(DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods staff, Board members and supporters in our annual tradition marking the shortest day and longest night of the year. We’ll take a slow contemplative walk along the heights of Fort Stanton Park, tune into the earths' rhythms, and celebrate the lives of OT Blount and Chuck Jenkins, Ward 8 Woods staff who ...
(DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods staff, Board members and supporters in our annual tradition marking the shortest day and longest night of the year. We’ll take a slow contemplative walk along the heights of Fort Stanton Park, tune into the earths’ rhythms, and celebrate the lives of OT Blount and Chuck Jenkins, Ward 8 Woods staff who ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Celebrate the first day of winter and shortest day of the year with a Park Naturalist for an outing into the forest and wetland at sunset on this December evening. We will look and listen for signs of nocturnal wildlife. Ages 5 to Adult.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The longest night of the year is a magical time to spend in the outdoors. Listen to the whispers of wind, woods and wildlife as they survive this chilly time of year. Families.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The longest night of the year is a magical time to spend in the outdoors. Listen to the whispers of wind, woods and wildlife as they survive this chilly time of year. Families.
(DC) (Smithsonian) Washington, D.C.’s beloved Smithsonian’s National Zoo holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! Dozens of dazzling displays and half a million environmentally-friendly LED lights illuminate the Zoo's pathways. Visitors can stroll through immersive lantern displays showing rainforest, grassland, desert, ocean and polar habitats and the animals that call them home. Live musical performances, delicious treat offerings and ...
(DC) (Smithsonian) Washington, D.C.’s beloved Smithsonian’s National Zoo holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! Dozens of dazzling displays and half a million environmentally-friendly LED lights illuminate the Zoo’s pathways. Visitors can stroll through immersive lantern displays showing rainforest, grassland, desert, ocean and polar habitats and the animals that call them home. Live musical performances, delicious treat offerings and ...
