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Things to Do in Washington DC in December
These are standing traditions, not this week's listings. Every place below named itself on its own website. Confirm the dates before you go; seasonal pages move.
December in DC is mostly about navigating the crowds around the monuments to find the few spots that actually feel festive
Every place on this page named itself on its own website. Details change — confirm before you go. Last updated: 2026-08-24.
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