Christmas

Secret Santa gift exchanges among friends, family or co-workers can be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit. Or they can be just another seasonal stressor.

Read up on the history of the humble Christmas stocking and get some ideas for thoughtful stocking stuffers.

Earl Albert’s daughter-in-law shared on TODAY that he was able to have a “little watch party” of the tree lighting ceremony from his room.

Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, host of the Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic Podcast shares advice on broaching the subject this holiday season.

As the holiday season rolls around, one of the most debated parenting topics resurfaces: Should parents tell their kids that Santa isn’t real? Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, a clinical psychologist and creator of the “Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic” podcast, sheds light on this hot topic in an interview with NBC.

The first lady welcomed National Guard families to the White House on Monday to be among the first members of the public to see the decorations.

The holiday season arrived at the White House with decorations up and ready for public viewing. NBC’s Arielle Hixson got a sneak peek of this year’s holiday decor.

The long-awaited Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting is set to take place Wednesday, Dec. 4. Here’s how you can watch the festivities on NBC and Peacock.

The 2024 White House holiday decorations include 83 Christmas trees and more than 28,000 ornaments.

‘Tis the season for “Season’s Greenings” at the U.S. Botanic Garden! The Conservatory and Garden will transform into the ultimate holiday wonderland with botanical wreaths and decor, thousands of poinsettias and iconic D.C. landmarks made from plants. Starting Nov. 28 through Dec. 25, visitors can get in the festive spirit by viewing the annual holiday display at the garden....

The NFL and Hallmark teamed up for the film “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story,” which features cameos by Donna Kelce and several Chiefs stars.

First Lady Jill Biden received this year’s White House Christmas tree, named “Tree-mendous,” on Monday from a farm in North Carolina that was devastated by Hurricane Helene

Holiday markets are opening this weekend across the District. News4’s Mark Segraves takes a look at two of the bigger markets and spoke with the people at the center of this holiday season.

Whether your family is searching for a classic visit at a shopping mall or a unique holiday experience at a festive event, the D.C. area has lots to choose from.

A 19-foot-tall Frasier fir from Cartner’s Christmas Tree Farm in Newland, North Carolina, was selected to be the White House Christmas tree.

As the weather gets colder, immerse yourself in holiday markets dressed up as winter wonderlands with music, activities and more fun throughout the D.C. metropolitan area. As a result of the great holiday market schism, we’ll get another market in D.C. If you’re looking for gifts in Maryland and Virginia, rest assured there will be a pop-up market somewhere...

Black Friday is here! Here are the deals being offered by major retailers to help you save on your holiday shopping. Plus, everything you need to know about what stores will be open on Black Friday and whether it’s worth shopping in-person on Friday or from your couch on Cyber Monday.

Find out how to help the USPS fulfill children’s wishes to Santa this holiday season.

Advent is all about the lead-up to Christmas.

The DowntownDC Holiday Market is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is getting a new look! News4’s Molette Green, who is also the MC, talks to Downtown BID’s Ebony Walton about its new features and what to expect.