Hank Azaria: Washington Events, Dec 2026

The Washington calendar for December 2026 leads with these:

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Sourced events

Dec 2
Washington Ballet - The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC. theater.
Source: SeatGeek
Dec 3 - Dec 5
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong - 3 NIGHT PASS!
9:30 CLUB. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 4
Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk
The Anthem. Arts & Theatre · Comedy.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 5
Juice
The Atlantis. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 6
Ana Gasteyer
Howard Theatre-DC. Arts & Theatre · Miscellaneous.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 6
Shaun Cassidy - UNWRAPPED: Songs & Stories For The Holidays
Lincoln Theatre. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 7
Montell Fish - The Nest Tour
9:30 CLUB. Music · R&B.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 8 - Dec 13
Waitress
The National Theatre. Arts & Theatre · Theatre.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 8
GWAR
9:30 CLUB. Music · Metal.
Source: Ticketmaster

Going to Washington in December?

Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.

Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.

Dec 1 - Dec 23
Downtown Holiday Market
A festive open-air market in the heart of downtown Washington, D.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Dec 3
National Christmas Tree Lighting
Annual ceremony marking the lighting of the National Christmas Tree near the White House, featuring musical performances and holiday celebrations.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Dec 4 - Dec 31
ZooLights at Smithsonian National Zoo
Annual holiday light display featuring illuminated animal sculptures, festive activities, and seasonal treats at the National Zoo.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research

Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.

Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).

Turn these December events into a full Washington plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.