Mount Vernon by Candlelight
November 28, 2025 5:30 PM –8:30 PM
Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washington’s family, friends, and enslaved or hired staff.
At our Revolutionary War Encampment, discover what it was like to be a Continental Army soldier stationed outside of Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1775 as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of that historic year.
Explore the historic area, enjoy 18th-century music and dancing, and meet Aladdin, the Christmas camel.
Upcoming Dates
- Saturday, November 29
- Friday, December 12
- Saturday, December 13
- Friday, December 19
- Monday, December 22
- Tuesday, December 23
