Zoo Lights
Smithsonian National Zoo
The colorful glow of Washington, D.C.’s beloved Smithsonian’s National Zoo holiday tradition has returned. Thousands of visitors make ZooLights a part of their annual holiday tradition.
Environmentally friendly LED lights and dozens of glowing animal lanterns transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland. Live music performances and plenty of fall treats make this annual presentation a local’s favorite.
WEEK 1 | Nov. 25, 26, 27 | Friday to Sunday
WEEK 2 | Dec. 2, 3, 4 | Friday to Sunday
WEEK 3 | Dec. 9, 10, 11 | Friday to Sunday
WEEK 4 & 5 | Dec. 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | Friday to Friday
WEEK 6 | Dec. 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 | Monday to Friday
ZooLights does not feature the Zoo’s animals. All indoor animal exhibits will be closed to allow animals to get a full night’s rest. The last admittance to ZooLights is at 8:30 p.m.
Caroling at the NGA
National Gallery of Art
The Gallery’s long-standing tradition of community caroling in the West Building Rotunda is a favorite family activity during the holidays. Groups perform their own music as well as lead the audience in familiar Christmas carols. Performances last 45 minutes; singers and spectators of all ages are welcome. The following groups will lead caroling this year:
Capitol Hill Chorale
December 7 at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Xaverian High School, New York
December 14 at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
