Washington · Saturday, December 5, 2026
National Christmas Tree
FreeAll agesSat
National Christmas Tree on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST at The Ellipse (Festival). Cost: Free. Best for: toddler, preschool, school-age, tween.
Previously listed — check the organizer for current details.
From the organizer
The National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse, with the America Celebrates display of student-decorated state trees. Free to visit; the 2026 lighting ceremony is December 3 and the site is open to the public through January 1.
The practical bit
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 5:00 PM · EST
- Where
- The Ellipse, Washington
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Drive
- ≈ 4875 min drive from Washington DC center (2434.9 mi straight-line)
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