Arts & Entertainment Nothing to Do During the Winter Months? Check Out These D.C Events Winter (and the holiday season) is approaching fast. Washington may not be known for its warm weather during the winter months, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend all your time at home or work. Although it may be nice to cuddle up in your thickest blanket and drink some hot cocoa, why not go out instead? D.C summers may be nice, but D.C winters are filled with just as many events for you and the family. Check out these events happening in November and December. Article by: Makenna Underwood
Romeo & Juliet, Washington National Opera House Date: Nov. 4-18th Time: Varies Location: Kennedy Center Opera House Starting Cost: $49
For those who loved reading this class in school, an opera version of the William Shakespere play will be happening for one night only at the Washington National Opera House. A pre-performance talk and post-performance Q&A will be held an hour before and immediately after the show, respectively. This event is metro accessible through the silver line.
Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders Date: Nov. 2 Time: 7 p.m Location: Capital One Arena Starting Cost: $36
If you or someone who knows loves hockey, this is the perfect event for them. Hosted at Capital One Arena, a popular venue for concerts and sporting events, you can see Washington’s own hockey team, the Capitals, face off against the New York Islanders. This event is metro accessible through the green line. 28 | NOV/DEC 2023
