Christmas Tree Lighting & Show:

The Eastern Market Park stunning holiday light show takes place everyday 5 pm 6 pm & 7 pm.

The 18th Annual Tree Lighting with a stunning holiday light show, took place on Saturday, November 23 at 5:30 pm at Eastern Market Metro Park. On Barracks Row 8th SE celebrating the holiday season with stunning holiday light displays at each of the different businesses!

In 2007, the BID planted a 20-foot evergreen tree (species Cedrus deodara) in the large circle garden at Eastern Market Metro Plaza to honor our founding President George Didden III. The tree is beautifully decorated by the BID’s “men in blue” every December, and illuminated in front of the Capitol Hill community to kick off the holiday season.

Kathy Didden, wife of the late George Didden, has proudly flipped the switch to light the tree every year since its planting. Festive cheers and caroling always follow the grand illumination of the tree, while friends gather for hot chocolate and holiday treats. Community participation in the annual tree lighting grows every year to celebrate the season while honoring the memory of our beloved friend George.

Celebrate the holiday season on 8th Street SE with stunning holiday light displays! Each of the businesses on 8th Street SE will be featuring a dazzling array of lights. Take part in our friendly competition and vote for your favorite light display. At the Winter Lights, you're sure to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones.

Barracks Row Main Street’s Second Annual Holiday Lights & Decoration Competition
December 1st to 31st

Thank You for Making the Second Annual Barracks Row Holiday Lights & Decorations Competition a Success!

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all the participants and patrons who made this year’s Holiday Lights & Decorations Competition truly spectacular. Your dazzling displays and enthusiastic support brought the magic of the season to life, transforming Barracks Row into a festive wonderland for all to enjoy.

To our participating businesses, thank you for your creativity and dedication in spreading holiday cheer and lighting up the corridor. Your efforts not only brightened our community but also highlighted the spirit of collaboration and celebration that makes Barracks Row so special.

To everyone who visited, voted, and celebrated with us, thank you for your incredible support. Your engagement and appreciation fuel the energy and success of events like this, and we couldn’t do it without you. Here’s to continuing the tradition of making Barracks Row shine bright for the holidays. Wishing you all a joyous holiday season and a happy New Year!