Thanksgiving Weekend Things To Do in DC with Kids: Reston Holiday Parade, Christmas Tree Lightings, The Nutcracker

Nationals Park transforms into a winter wonderland for Enchant Christmas. Photo courtesy of Enchant Christmas DC
11/24/21 - By Meredith Kiryakov
Looking for the best things to do in DC this Thanksgiving weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.
This year we are grateful for meaningful time together with family, and there are lots of events happening around DC this Thanksgiving weekend to create magical holiday memories. Enjoy a festive holiday parade, attend the lighting of the National Menorah, or see The Nutcracker ballet live. However your family celebrates, we hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend together.
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The US Botanic Garden takes its holiday train display outdoors. Photo courtesy of usbg.gov
Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend in DC
Places featured in this article:
Reston Town Center
The Kennedy Center Opera House
Merriweather Post Pavilion
Morven Park
Prince William County Fairground
Nationals Park
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Leesburg Volunteer Fire Company
The Ellipse
Capital One Hall