The holiday season is the perfect time to enjoy festive events and get into the Christmas spirit before December 25th! While many holiday activities are designed with children in mind, there is also a growing need for more senior-friendly Christmas events.
In the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC area, there’s no shortage of holiday festivals and events, but not all of them are easily accessible or ideal for seniors. That’s why we’ve curated a list of some of the top senior-friendly Christmas events for 2024, so you can plan a holiday season filled with joy and comfort for your loved ones.
Watercolor Christmas Card Workshop for Beginners
Location: Shop Made In DC- Union Market, 325 Morse Street Northeast #Suite 4 Washington, DC 20002
Date: Saturday, November 23
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Admission: $40
Details: Nothing captures the spirit of the Christmas season quite like receiving a homemade card. This year, why not create your own festive card from scratch using beautiful watercolor paints? In this workshop, instructor Emilia will guide you through the basics of watercolor painting and show you how to craft a truly unique holiday card. Perfect for beginners and those with no prior art experience, this workshop is an ideal senior-friendly Christmas event to kick off the holiday season with creativity and joy!
Concert – Winter Delights
Location: United Christian Parish, 11508 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Admission: $21.05 for seniors
Details: Celebrate the season with RCO’s annual Winter Delights concert at United Christian Parish! This festive event will feature a selection of holiday music, from concertos that tell the story of Christmas and a ballet capturing Christmas Eve through a child’s imagination, to classic singalong carols and enchanting pieces inspired by the fairy tale The Snow Queen. It’s the perfect blend of timeless holiday favorites and fresh, new sounds. If you’re a senior who loves music, arrive early for a free pre-concert presentation by Day Violins on “Careers in Music,” featuring unique insights and discussions about the musical journey.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/concert-winter-delights-tickets-1044576896617
Winter Holiday Wreath Design Workshop by Morning Bird Design
Location: Boxwood, 1205 King Street Alexandria, VA 22314
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Admission: $135.23
Details: Get extra festive this season by creating your own natural holiday wreath with Jeanne Domenech of Morning Bird Designs! This workshop provides a unique way to decorate your home this Christmas season with something handmade and personal. All materials will be supplied, so you can focus on designing a wreath that reflects your style and holiday cheer. Wreath-making is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to enjoy a change of scenery, try something new, and channel their holiday spirit into a beautiful decoration to display at home.
Christmas Tree Platter
Location: Historic District, 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas, VA 20110
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Admission: $50
Details: If there are two things that go hand in hand, it’s seniors and sweets! This holiday season, PB and A Cookies and Treats is hosting the perfect event to satisfy your sweet tooth and get into the festive spirit. Join them for an in-person Christmas Tree Cookie Decorating Class, where you’ll learn to decorate with royal icing. Perfect for all skill levels, this class welcomes both beginners and seasoned decorators. Connect with others, swap cookie-making tips, and create delicious edible masterpieces. You won’t want to miss out on this delicious holiday event!
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-tree-platter-tickets-1072084817549?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
A Christmas Carol at Ford’s Theatre
Location: Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
Date: November 21, 2024 — December 31, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM or 2:00 PM
Admission: $49 – $111
Details: A Christmas Carol is a beloved holiday classic for a reason. Join Ford’s Theatre as they bring it to life in a music-filled production featuring all your favorite characters, ghosts, and a talented children’s ensemble. What sets Ford’s Theatre apart is its commitment to accessibility for seniors and visitors of all abilities. With accessible seating, wheelchair rentals, scheduled audio-described performances, real-time closed captions, sign-interpreted shows, assisted listening devices, and more, Ford’s Theatre ensures that everyone can fully enjoy this Dickensian masterpiece. It’s the perfect way for seniors and loved ones to experience the magic of A Christmas Carol this holiday season!
Website: https://fords.org/performance/a-christmas-carol-2024/
The Nutcracker Tea Party
Location: The Washington Ballet, 3515 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Time: Tea Party starts at 3:00 PM; Admission includes tickets to your choice of the 1:00 PM or 5:30 PM show
Admission: $375
Details: The Nutcracker is a timeless Christmas production, set perfectly on Christmas Eve. Now, imagine combining this enchanting ballet with a festive tea party—it’s the ideal new holiday tradition to start with your loved ones! This year’s Nutcracker Tea Party, hosted by The Washington Ballet, will feature delightful tea, cookies, and fun for the whole family. It’s a wonderful event for bringing together senior loved ones and kids for a day of family bonding and a shared Christmas tradition.
Website: https://www.washingtonballet.org/events/the-nutcracker-tea-party-2024/
Tis’ The Season
At Paragon Home Care, we CARE deeply about helping our senior citizens stay engaged throughout the holiday season. We know this time of year can bring joy and togetherness for many, yet can also feel lonely for others. That’s why we’re committed to finding Christmas events across Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., where people of all ages—including seniors—can celebrate together. ’Tis the season for spreading holiday cheer and creating warm memories as a community! If you would like to attend any of these events – or anything else not mentioned – and would like a helping hand to accompany you, please call our office to arrange for a Helping Neighbor Advocate.
Paragon Home Care
Paragon Home Care has been a trusted provider of personal and companion care services for senior citizens in Northern Virginia since 2013. Our mission is fueled by a passion for helping others and delivering consistent, reliable care. We are dedicated to inspiring independence and comfort while ensuring each of our seniors is matched with a caregiver who is the perfect fit for their needs.
Paragon serves our community through a range of services, including Personal and Companion Care, Care Management, and Medical Director Services for Home Care, as well as Transportation Assistance and our Paragon Neighbors Program.
If you’re interested in getting started with Paragon Home Care, don’t hesitate to give us a call at (703) 942-8950 or contact us to schedule a complimentary assessment. We look forward to serving you and your loved ones with compassion and excellence.