The holiday season is inching closer now that we can bask in the dazzling sparkle of the National Harbor Christmas tree and nightly light show!
National Harbor, Maryland, located so close to D.C. it has nearly become an extension of the city, kicked off the holiday spirit on Saturday, Nov. 9, lighting its Christmas tree to start its Holidays at the Harbor series of events.
It was the second lighting for their new 60-foot RGB tree, and signaled a joyous start to the season. Though the National Christmas Tree at the White House won’t be lit until Thursday, December 5, Washingtonians can celebrate the season early at National Harbor. Here are all the details on their festivities, now in full swing:
When is the National Harbor Christmas Tree light show?
National Harbor’s gigantic tree will now illuminate evening skies with a tree lighting show every 30 minutes, starting at sunset (around 5:30 p.m.) through 9 p.m.
It will take place every night until December 28, alongside the sounds of a “holiday medley performed by the United States Air Force Band.”
When do the Festive Fireworks take place?
Fireworks take place every Saturday from November 9 to December 28 at 5:30 p.m. (following the tree lighting show), and last about seven minutes.
What else is happening during Holidays at the Harbor?
The holiday festivities don’t stop there! Holidays at the Harbor also features many festive activities suitable for all ages: the winter wonderland of ICE! at Gaylord National (opening November 15 until December 28), holiday shopping at the Tanger Outlets or Waterfront District Shops, riding The Capital Wheel and more!
For more information on Holidays at the Harbor, you can visit nationalharbor.com.