Holidays during Covid-19 will look very different from last year’s, but around DC there are still many safe and fun ways that you can celebrate the festive season. We’ve compiled Washingtonian‘s best recommendations for light displays, gifts, holiday markets, and more. We’ll be updating this throughout December, so check back for more.
Glittery lights:
Where to See DC-Area Houses That Are Decked Out in Holiday Cheer
Where to See Festive Holiday Light Displays Around Washington
Fun for the family:
Map: A Custom Truck Is Bringing ZooLights to These DC Neighborhoods
Holiday shopping:
Gift ideas:
Gift Guide 2020: Great Holiday Gifts Just Right for These Crazy Times
Holiday Gift Idea: These Artists’ Cool Illustrations and Paintings of DC Restaurants
This Line of Puzzles From the Girls’ Night In Team Is Perfect for Hiding Inside
Hand Sanitizer Is the Ultimate 2020 Holiday Gift. We Rounded Up Some DC-Area Made Options.
Christmas tree advice:
Fun Day Trips If You’d Like to Cut Down a Christmas Tree This Year
5 Delicious Fir-Tree-Scented Candles That Will Compensate for Your Fake Christmas Tree
Holiday food and drink:
Hanukkah at Home: DC-Area Restaurants Celebrating with Takeout and Delivery
Splurge-Worthy Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Takeout Around DC
Christmas Around the World: DC-Area Restaurants Celebrate the Holidays with Global Flavors
Where to Find Feasts of the Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve Around DC
DC’s Christmas Bar Will Return This Year in a New Location—Pandemic Be Damned
DC-Area Restaurants Extend Outdoor Dining Season This Winter with Igloos, Lodges, and Yurts
Here’s Where to Find the Best Takeout Cocktails Around DC This Winter
Recipes: What Great American Baking Show Winner Andrew Corriente Is Making This Holiday Season