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
🎄✨ Vote for Your Favorite Holiday Lights on Barracks Row! ✨🎄
Barracks Row Main Street is lighting up the season with its Second Annual Holiday Lights & Decorations Competition, and we need your help to choose the winners!
🎁 How It Works
Stroll down Barracks Row and soak in the festive magic as businesses compete to create the most dazzling holiday displays. From twinkling lights to creative decorations, it's a feast for the eyes and a celebration of holiday spirit!
📱 How to Vote
Visit participating locations on Barracks Row.
Look for the QR code at each stop.
Scan the code and vote for your favorite displays in each category!
🌟 Make Your Vote Count
Your vote helps spread holiday cheer and supports the creativity of local businesses that make our community so special.
✨ Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the season and enjoy Barracks Row like never before. Grab your family, friends, and neighbors, and come experience the joy of the holidays—one magical display at a time!
Participating Locations:
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