Washington D.C.: For the Kids

For the Kids: Holiday Model Trains
Union Station
The Norwegian Embassy presents a model train winding through mountains and fjords, as well as a huge Christmas tree. It’s an annual gift to pledge the country’s friendship with the U.S.; free. norway.org

See the Bright Lights: ZooLights
National Zoo, 10 minutes from the D.C. city center, Woodley Park Metro stop
Thousands of LED lights ― environmentally friendly, using 90% less energy than traditional bulbs―trace animal outlines and seasonal shapes. Friday-Sunday December 4-13 and nightly December 18-January 2 (except December 24, 25, and 31), 6-8:30 p.m. nationalzoo.si.edu