The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail at the New York Botanical Garden
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Salt Marsh Nature Center - Marine Park - 12:00 PM Pick
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail at the New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden - 6:00 PM Pick
The New York Botanical Garden - 6:00 PM Pick
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail at the New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden - 6:00 PM Pick
The New York Botanical Garden - 6:00 PM Pick
Holiday Train Show at Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Gallery Annex - 10:00 AM
Grand Central Gallery Annex - 10:00 AM
Sloomoo Institute
Sloomoo Institute - 10:00 AM
Sloomoo Institute - 10:00 AM
North Pole Express in Manhattan
TopView Sightseeing
Tea Around Town + NYBG Holiday Train Show
Central Park South bus stop
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Kings Theatre
Kings Theatre
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Merriweather Symphony of Lights
Sat Nov 29, 2025 - Sat Jan 3, 2026
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Repeating every days through January 3, 2026.
Various times
Age: All Ages
Price: $25 per vehicle
Location:
Merriweather Post Pavilion
The Symphony of Lights drive-thru light show is back for the holidays with one mile of beautiful light displays and holiday music.
Special walk-through nights for 2025, with additional fees, include:
- November 28 & December 11 - Lit at the Lights: Families can walk through the light display ($15 per person; age 3 and under free). Adults can also buy tickets that include beer and cocktail samples ($45 per ticket).
- November 30 - Festive Families: Strollers, wagons, and backpacks are welcome. ($15 per person; age 3 and under free)
- December 8 - Tail Lights: Leashed dogs are welcome, and festive costumes are encouraged. ($15/person; age 3 and under free)
- December 31 - Midnight at 7: Enjoy fireworks at 7pm, food trucks, and live music. ($15 per person; $50 for a family of 4; age 3 and under free)
Hours:
- Monday - Friday: 6-10pm
- Saturday & Sunday: 5-10pm
Military Nights (Thursdays): $10 off with valid military ID; only available at the entrance
Check out our full list of holiday lights in DC!
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
