Christmas in Washington D.C.
Enchant A World | Christmas Comes to Life in Washington D.C.
Enchant Christmas held annually at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. is the world’s largest Christmas Light Maze and Market. Many people travel far and wide to visit Enchant each holiday season which is why Tours of Distinction has included it in our new Christmas in Washington DC small escorted group tour. There are so many reasons to visit this holiday extravaganza that we have put together our top five reasons why this trip is sure to put you in a holiday mood.
The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze
This is an experience in itself as you wander past larger-than-life light sculptures, hanging lights, festive arches, through forests of light, and down glimmering paths strewn with colorful lights. Exploring this 90,000 square foot maze listening to festive holiday tunes you will enter the storybook of “The Mischievous Elf.” As you wander through the dazzling light of pure magic, look for eight missing toys for Santa to deliver on time for Christmas. Everyone gets a card with clues to what you need to find and you can check off items you find along the way as you meander through the maze. This is the perfect time to put your sleuthing skills to work while enjoying this unique experience.
Ice Skating Trail
Gliding across this ice trail on skates amid dancing sparkling lights is like something out of a fairytale. If you want to go skating, it is best to visit the website and purchase your skate rental in advance.
A Picture Perfect Christmas Tree
Enchant’s Christmas Tree is a spectacular 100-foot tall animated tree. Be amazed by the 4,600 individual branches with more than 250,000 lights. This tree offers countless photo opportunities. Afterward, meet the big man himself, Santa to tell him your most heartfelt Christmas wish.
Explore the Christmas Village
Explore this traditional Christmas Market featuring the arts and crafts of more than 70 vendors. There is a wide range of holiday decor, artisanal Fair Trade Goods from Central America, handmade paper star lamps, light-up custom-made canvas art, unique glass ornaments, edible birdhouses, scarves, jewelry, tapestries, wood crafts, painted coins, and much more.
Explore the Enchant Eatery
Here you can spoil yourself and those you love with gourmet holiday treats that make heartwarming gifts. Snack on freshly roasted nuts glazed in cinnamon and sugar, try an Arepa, Venezuelan beach food, savor cookies, cakes, and pies, or explore the farmers market chock full of exquisite Italian inspired goodies. Keep an eye out for mulled wine and hot chocolate that is sure to warm you up.
Enchant Christmas is sure to put you in the holiday spirit while making memories both big and small as you make your way through this luminescent land of light.