Meet Santa at The Capital Wheel and kick off the holiday season on November 8!
Meet Santa at The Capital Wheel and kick off the holiday season on November 8!
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CHRISTMAS AT THE HARBOR ANDThe Capital Wheel

Saturday, November 8 | Festivities Begin at Noon

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in spectacular style at National Harbor — where the waterfront sparkles with festive fun, family moments, and fireworks over the Potomac River!

Make a day of it:

  • Visit Santa at The Capital Wheel and greet Toy Soldier Stilt Walkers on the pier noon to 4 p.m.
    • Ticket purchase required to meet Santa
  • Savor the sunset at Flight Deck, with cozy firepits, heaters, and festive seasonal spirits
  • Grab a bite at one of 40+ restaurants across National Harbor
  • Watch the Christmas Tree lighting and fireworks light up the night sky at 5:30 p.m.

Plan your perfect holiday kickoff!

Make it magical with a ride on The Capital Wheel. Choose a general admission ticket for just $18 or upgrade to a package like Wheel Memories for $34.99 and get 2 tickets to ride AND a digital souvenir photo.

Visiting Friday – Sunday? Plan a romantic date night with our Holidate package and share 2 tickets, 2 drinks in insulated cups from Flight Deck waterfront lounge, a digital souvenir photo AND 4 hours of parking at National Harbor for only $59.99, a $99.99 value saving you $40!

Bring a friend, soak in the skyline, and take home memories to last a lifetime!