Reasons to visit #WashingtonDC this December. 🌌⭐️❄️ ⭐️ ZooLights at Smithsonian’s National Zoo (through Jan. 4) 🌲 DowntownDC Holiday Market (through Dec. 23) ✨ Light Yards at The Yards DC (through Jan. 1) 🌿 'Seasons Greenings: Dino-Mite!' Holiday Exhibit at U.S. Botanic Garden (through Jan. 4) 🪩 'Step Afrika!'s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show' at @Arena Stage DC (Dec. 5-Dec. 23) 🛥️ Holiday Boat Parade & Party at @The Wharf DC (Dec. 6) ⛸️ Ice skate at NGA Sculpture Garden (ongoing) 🎭 'A C

Washington Monument transforms into birthday candle as 2026 begins

Washington Monument lights up NYE to kick off America's 250th anniversary

The Washington Monument lit up on New Year’s Eve with a special display in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. It kicked off a six-night light show that marks the United States' origins in 1776. A countdown timer was projected on the monument as Washington D.C. ushered in the new year with a fireworks display. #newyears #dc #washingtondc #2026