The Downtown Holiday Market brings festive sparkle to Penn Quarter, stretching along F Street NW with a curated mix of rotating artisans, specialty foods and live entertainment.
The line‑up changes regularly, so repeat visits reward with fresh finds. Its central location places you steps from the National Portrait Gallery and Capital One Arena, ideal for pairing with museum time or dinner. Hours run into the evening most days, and the site is flat and accessible. Metro access is excellent via Gallery Place–Chinatown or Archives–Navy Memorial stations. For the fullest variety, visit on weekends; for calmer browsing, mid‑week afternoons are best. With hot drinks, live tunes and an ever‑changing vendor list, DC’s market offers a lively, walkable holiday experience in the heart of the capital.
Additional Information on Downtown Holiday Market (Penn Quarter)
- Hours: Mon–Thu 12–8pm; Fri–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun 11am–8pm.
- Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
- Metro: Gallery Pl–Chinatown (Red/Green/Yellow) nearby.
Closed Thanksgiving Day; F St NW between 7th–9th.