Christmas Day
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About
Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December and is a federal holiday. Most Smithsonian museums close on this date, and many restaurants, shops and services use reduced or holiday hours.
Highlights
- Federal holiday on Friday 25 December
- Most Smithsonian museums close on their published annual closure date
Practical tips
- Plan meals and essential shopping in advance
- Confirm every attraction and transit service directly
Sources
Other upcoming events
Labor Day
Labor Day is the federal holiday on Monday 7 September. Federal offices close, while attraction, business and transit hours vary; it also closes the long weekend immediately after DC JazzFest.
Veterans Day
Veterans Day is the federal holiday on Wednesday 11 November. Washington's military memorials and Arlington National Cemetery are natural places to reflect, but ceremony schedules should be confirmed separately.
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday 26 November. Federal offices close and many restaurants operate limited hours, but most Smithsonian museums in Washington remain open; Smithsonian lists December 25 as their normal annual closure.