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Where to Wander: Dec. 6-8

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WASHINGTON —

Friday, December 6 

Georgetown GLOW

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When: 5-10 p.m.

Where: Georgetown Park

Celebrate the holiday season with Georgetown at Georgetown GLOW that is a free light art experience that features curated outdoor light art installations. The unique experience will be lit until January 5th from 5-10 p.m.

Midnight Madness

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When: 4 p.m.-12 a.m.

Where: Ellicott City

Get in the holiday spirit at the Old Ellicott City annual Midnight Madness event! A variety of activities will be present including a winter holiday market, Santa and more! 

American Holiday Festival

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When: 8-9:45 p.m.

Where: DAR-Constitution Hall

Listen to holiday classics performed by The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own". The annual holiday show is free to the public 15 minutes prior to downbeat. 

Saturday, December 7

Breakfast with Santa

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When: 8-11 a.m.

Where: Tysons Corner Center

Start your morning off with Santa! Tysons Corner Center will host a breakfast with Santa along with other fun activities to participate in like holiday crafts, a balloon artist and more!

Native Art Market

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When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Where: Fourth Street & Independence Ave., SW

Find amazing art, jewelry and more at the annual National Museum of the American Indian's Native Art Market. Look out for gifts for others this holiday season, or yourself! 

Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights

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When: 5:30-10 p.m.

Where: Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Step into a winter wonderland at the Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights. See the garden transformed into an animated walk of lights. Also, sip on some hot beverages and roast marshmallows by the fire. 

The District's Holiday Boat Parade

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When: 6-9 p.m.

Where: The Wharf

See beautifully decorated boats pass by The Wharf af the annual holiday boat show! Spend time making s'mores or ice skating as the boats arrive and light up the river.

Sunday, December 8

Light Yards

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When: 6 p.m.

Where: The Yards DC

For the fifth year in a row, Light Yards will be illuminating The Yards. Enjoy the free event that highlights art instillations from international award-winning artists.

Pet Photos with Santa

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When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Potomac Mills Mall

Get ready to have the cutest holiday card this year! Bring your pet to the Potomac Mills Mall for them to get an adorable picture with Santa! 

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