MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29
HOLIDAY SHOW: Continue the holiday season with the non-denominational musical romp Ginger Minj’s Winter Wonderland from drag queens Ginger Minj and Gidget Galore. The Miracle Theatre performance will evoke all sorts of festive onstage magic. (Miracle Theatre, 7 p.m., $30)
SKETCHBOOK CLUB: Join the National Gallery of Art for a free, 30-minute sketch workshop inspired by works of art from the museum’s collection. Led by teaching artists, this free virtual class will explore artist John Marin’s drawing Building Under Construction on Nov. 29 and Dec. 1. All that’s needed is a pencil and paper. (5 p.m., FREE)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30
MIXOLOGY MASTERCLASS: Hotel Zena hosts a mixology class to get you ready for any hosting responsibilities for the holidays. Learn how to stir, shake, and muddle properly while creating three holiday cocktails with the help of master mixologist Jasmine Diaz. (Hotel Zena, 6 p.m., $50)
TRIVIA THAT MATTERS: Local non-profit LightHouse D.C. hosts a virtual trivia night to support their mission of providing furniture to former homeless and low-income D.C. residents. Get together a team of six and test your knowledge for a good cause. (7 p.m., $25)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1
HOLIDAY LIGHTS: Head to Yards Park for the latest Christmas light display in D.C. The larger-than-life art installation, which was designed by Australian artist studio Amigo & Amigo and crafted in Baltimore, features 22-feet tall illuminated trees covered in holiday decor. Enjoy the light display every Wednesday-Sunday through the new year. (Yards Park, 6 p.m., FREE)
CHANUKAH HANG-OUT: Sixth & I hosts a holiday hangout to help Washingtonians lighten up from a tough year. Enjoy festive treats, a dreidel tournament, and small talk prompted by Rabbi Aaron and Rabbi Nora. Make sure to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Capital Area Food Bank as well. (Sixth & I, 6 p.m., $12)
FILM FEST: Tune into the virtual GALA Film Fest through Dec. 5 to enjoy six contemporary Latin American-made movies by emerging female filmmakers. Purchase an all-access pass for $40 to see all the films in Spanish with English subtitles, or tune into the debut drama film, Sin señas particulares (Identifying Features), for just $10. (7 p.m.)
ANNIVERSARY PARTY: Opaline, a monthly multisensory party meant to celebrate music and stories, celebrates its three-year anniversary at Adams Morgan community rental space The Underline. Enjoy live performances from Ambition Band, MovaKween, and Upendo, along with plant-based meals, and browse CBD products, clothing, jewelry, art, and books for sale. (The Underline, 9 p.m., $19 advanced tickets)
MORE: O.B. Hardison Poetry Series: Generative Poetry Workshop: Let’s Play! (7:30 p.m., virtual, $75), “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey” with Damien Sneed (The Alden at the McLean Community Center, 7 p.m., $30), Jodi Picoult: Wish You Were Here (Smithsonian Associates, virtual, 6:45 p.m., $45)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2
MORE LIGHTS: Enchant Christmas has returned to Nationals Park and turned the field into a holiday wonderland. This year’s theme, Mischievous Elf, invites attendees on a quest to save Christmas through a forest maze of twinkling lights. Visitors can also enjoy ice skating, a Christmas market, visits with Santa, and an eatery with local vendors during a themed Sharing and Caring Night. (Nationals Park, opens 4:30 p.m., through Jan. 2, $29-35)
HOLIDAY SALE: Get some of your holiday decorations and support local families facing hardship at the Brent Elementary School’s annual holiday tree sale. Visitors can also buy greenery, poinsettias, winterberry, and Hanukkah decorations, with the option to sponsor the Donate a Tree program or get trees delivered and set up. (Brent Elementary School, 4 p.m., free admission)
HISTORY HAPPY HOUR: Tune into the White House Historical Association’s virtual historical happy hour to learn more about how beloved children’s book character Madeline finally got the chance to go to the White House. The idea was conceived between the series creator Ludwig Bemelmans and former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy, but didn’t come to fruition until 2011. Attendees will learn more about the history of Madeline at the White House from Bemelmans’ grandson John Bemelmans Marciano. (5:30 p.m., FREE)
MORE: Victoria Chang: Emily Dickinson Birthday Tribute, Every Grief I Meet (Folger Shakespeare Library, virtual, 7:30 p.m., $15 suggested price)
