List: What to do in the DC area this week and weekend, through Nov. 23

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From holiday lights to new ice rinks sprouting up, here’s what to do this week in the Washington, D.C. area.

What to do in Washington, D.C.

Concert – Digable Planets: Tues., Lincoln Theatre

Washington Harbour Ice Rink opens: Thurs., 3000-3050 K St NW, $9-$11 admission, $7 skate rental

ZooLights: Nov. 21 to Jan. 3, National Zoo, $9

Umbrella Art Fair: Fri. to Sun., The Square at International Square (1850 K St NW), free

Concert – Sir Chloe: Fri., Lincoln Theatre

Punk Rock Flea: Sat., noon to 5 p.m., St. Stephen & the Incarnation Episcopal Church, free entry

DowntownDC Holiday Market: Nov. 21 to Dec. 23, F Street NW, free entry


What to do in Maryland

Luminocity’s Wonder Journey holiday lights festival: Through Jan. 1, Montgomery County Fairgrounds, $33.47 (child)/$40.23 (adult)

Holiday Share Fair: Sat., Black Hill Discovery Center in Boyds, free

Thanksgiving coaster craft: Sat., Brentwood Arts Exchange, free

Festival of Lights – Bikes and Lights: Sun., Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, $5


What to do in Virginia

Pet Nights With Santa: Mondays from Nov. 17 to Dec. 8., Tysons Corner Center lower level, free

Buffalo Plaid Christmas Wreath Workshop: Thurs., 6 p.m., Ono Brewing Company in Chantilly, $67 per person

Herndon Turkey Trot 5k: Sat., 4 p.m., Herndon Community Center, $25-$45

Alexandria Holiday Tree Lighting with Santa: Sat., 6-8 p.m., near Alexandria City Hall (301 King St.), free

Alexandria Cider Festival: Sat., Lloyd House (220 N. Washington St.), $55 or $25 for designated drivers

Winter Lantern Festival: Opens Thurs., Tysons, $18.99-$25.99

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