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.

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Date: Nov. 2

Time: 7 p.m

Capitals vs. New York Islanders

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.

Truth or Dare Comedy Show

Date: Nov. 1

Time: 7 p.m

Location: Crazy Aunt Helen’s

Starting Cost: Free

This comedy show has a fun and candid twist. If you’re expecting a typical show where a comedian tells you jokes and there’s rarely any audience interaction, think again. This show involves comedians doing their usual jokes, but during every pause an audience member can say “truth or dare”. Then, the comedian will be prompted to act out any of the truth or dares that have been pre-picked from a bucket. This event is a fun and engaging way to interact with local comedians and people in your area, and the best part is it’s free. This event is Metro accessible through the blue, orange, or silver line.

The District’s Holiday Boat Parade

Date: Dec. 2

Time: 6 p.m

Location: Fairmont, Washington, D.C Georgetown

Starting Cost: Free

Hosted by Mommy Poppins, this annual D.C event will be showcasing decorated boats around the Wharf. If you’re looking for another family-friendly event that also celebrates the holiday season, this may be the perfect event for you. Immerse