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National Tree Lighting
1445 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005
+1 202 619 7222
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#146 of 193 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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The annual lighting of the National Christmas Tree kicks off Washington's two-week Pageant of Peace, a holiday celebration of caroling, music, a burning Yule log and other events. A display includes lighted Christmas trees representing every American state and territory. The president lights the National Christmas Tree on a Thursday evening in December. An orchestra and choral group perform seasonal music.

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