See photos of Santa in the Washington, DC area
The Water-Skiing Santa and his Kneeboarding Reindeer
December 24, 2009 at 1 p.m. Rain, snow or shine. This unusual annual event also features flying elves, the Jet-skiing Grinch, and Frosty the Snowman performing on the Potomac River.
Manassas Christmas Parade
December 5, 2009. Old Town Manassas, Virginia celebrates the Christmas season each year with a weekend of old-fashioned family fun at the "Merry Old Town" celebration. Festivities include a parade, Christmas tree lighting ceremony, visits with Santa, free carriage rides and more.
Roof Terrace Restaurant at the Kennedy Center
November 29, December 13 and December 20, 2009. Sunday brunch with Santa. Admirers will get a chance to visit with Santa and sit on his lap to share their holiday wish lists while also indulging in some of their favorite fare. Price: $39.95 for adults and $20.00 for children age 12 and under.
College Park Aviation Museum
Santa Fly In. December 5, 2009. Watch Santa fly into the historic College Park Airport and then have your picture taken with him. Enjoy holiday arts and crafts in the museum gallery as you wait.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Pentagon City
Brunch with Santa in the Ballroom. 2009 Date to be Announced. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and carolers entertain. Reservations are required. Call (703) 412-2760. Cost: Adults $85; Children (ages 3-12) $40.
Bethesda Winter Wonderland
December 4-5, 2009. Bethesda’s annual Winter Wonderland is a community holiday celebration featuring a variety of entertainment and performances, a live ice sculpting presentation and a visit from Santa Claus.
Reston Town Center
Reston Town Center hosts many holiday activities including a holiday parade, visits with Santa, a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and much more.
Gaithersburg Jingle Jubilee
December 5, 2009. City Hall Pavilion, 31 South Summit Ave. Gaithersburg, MD. Santa will stop by for a visit as the community hosts holiday festivities including a sing-a-long and Christmas tree lighting.
Lunch with Santa Cruise on the Spirit of Washington
December 12, 2009. Splash aboard the Spirit for a festive and fun visit with Santa on the Potomac River. The two-hour cruise includes a buffet, great views, holiday music and cheer.
Hard Rock Café DC Breakfast with Santa
December 12, 2009, 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. 999 E Street, NW Washington, DC. (202) 737-ROCK. Enjoy live holiday music by Margot MacDonald. Adults $13.95, Kids $9.95 (includes tax & gratuity). Children 2 & under free with paid adult.
Dulles Town Center
Santa Dulles Town Hall
Through December 24, 2009
Mon. - Fri. 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sun. noon – 6 p.m.
December 24 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
2009 Dates to be Announced, 9 a.m. Continental-style breakfast in the Eatery with live entertainment and childrens activities. Advance ticket purchase is required. Seating is limited. Tickets are $10 per person, ages 2 and under are free.
Pet Nights with Santa
2009 Dates to be Announced, 7 – 9 p.m.
Have your photo taken with your Pet and Santa. Bring crated cats and leashed dogs to Dulles Town Center for a photo and a treat.
Shopping Mall Santas
Visit Santa throughout the holiday season at the following shopping malls in the Washington, DC area.
- Georgetown Park - Washington, DC
- White Flint Mall – Bethesda, Maryland
- Lake Forest Mall – Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Potomac Mills – Prince William, Virginia
- Tysons Corner Center – McLean, Virginia
