National Christmas Tree and Pathway of Peace

Thu Dec 4, 2025 - Thu Jan 1, 2026
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Repeating every days through January 1, 2026.
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: Free
Location:
President's Park
202-208-1631
The Ellipse, Washington, DC, 20502
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The National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse is lit every evening and open to the public. Surrounding it are more than 50 smaller trees representing the US states and territories, each featuring unique ornaments created by students.

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