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RECORDING Handel's Messiah Sunday December 10 2023 at 4:00 PM

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Recorded Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 4:00PM. The performance will remain available to watch online through January 3, 2023 11:59PM. After registering, access the livestream by logging into your account at tix.cathedral.org, clicking "Tickets for Upcoming Performances", and clicking "Watch". You will also receive the link to view the performance in a separate email within 24 hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Tuesday December 12 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Tuesday December 12 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 1 pm to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Wednesday December 13 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Tower Climb: Bell Tower (Sold Out) Wednesday December 13 2023 at 2:00 PM

× Climb to the dizzying heights of Washington National Cathedral with various tower climb options!

The ultimate destination of this climb is the ringing chamber, 333 steps high in the Cathedral’s central tower. From here, visitors will find the best possible view of Washington, DC. The climb includes multiple views inside the Cathedral itself, up-close views of stained glass, and access to some of the Cathedral’s oldest stairs.

The Classic Tower Climb lasts 75-90 minutes and costs $50 per person. Please review the following information before purchasing tickets:

Prepare for rigorous activity.
Those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces should not participate; stairs include both enclosed stone staircases and also open metal, spiral stairs.
Minimum height requirement: 48 inches (4 feet)
Not appropriate for young children; Infants cannot be carried on the tour.
Dress appropriately for the weather, as the weather conditions are more extreme than at ground level.

General Sightseeing Wednesday December 13 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Thursday December 14 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Thursday December 14 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 3 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 3 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Thematic Tour: Symbols of God & Humankind Thursday December 14 2023 at 2:00 PM

× Discover the symbolism of the Cathedral‘s stone, stained glass and fabric art which, like that crafted by medieval cathedral artisans, illustrates the, “…Divine purpose which animates human endeavor…” Learn to read the art‘s unfolding stories by decoding the symbols‘ meanings on this in-depth tour.

Through the ages, humankind has expressed the Judeo-Christian faith by the use of symbols to take the place of words. In this tour we explore the ways in which this faith is interpreted in Cathedral stone, stained glass, wrought iron and needlepoint. The tour looks at symbols which have come down through the ages basically unchanged, symbol systems called iconography, and the way that Washington National Cathedral uses these symbols to inspire and teach all those who visit.

About Thematic Tours
Thematic Tours tours offer a special, in-depth look at aspects of Cathedral artisanship for visitors aged 10 and older. Reservations are encouraged but not required; space is limited.

Cost: $30.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Friday December 15 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Friday December 15 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 4 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 4 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Christmas With The King's Singers Friday December 15 2023 at 7:00 PM

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Celebrate the magic of the Christmas season with one of Britain's most beloved vocal ensembles, The King's Singers, in their only DC-area appearance. From Christmas favorites to lesser-known gems to some brand-new surprises, there's no better way to embrace the warmth of the season. ~~

LIVESTREAM Christmas with The King's Singers Friday December 15 2023 at 7:00 PM

× Please register by December 15 at 5:00pm to view the live performance. After registering, access the livestream by logging into your account at tix.cathedral.org, clicking "Tickets for Upcoming Performances", and clicking "Watch." The YouTube link to the livestream will also be sent out via email.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Monday December 18 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Monday December 18 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Monday December 18 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Wednesday December 20 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Wednesday December 20 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

General Sightseeing Thursday December 21 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

General Sightseeing Friday December 22 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 2 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 2 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Gospel Christmas Service (Limited Tickets Available) Friday December 22 2023 at 6:00 PM

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Passes are emailed and must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

Family Christmas Service (Sold Out) Saturday December 23 2023 at 11:00 AM

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Passes are emailed and must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

Christmas Lessons & Carols (Sold Out) Saturday December 23 2023 at 6:00 PM

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

Christmas Lessons & Carols (Sold Out) Sunday December 24 2023 at 6:00 PM

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

Christmas Eve Festival Holy Eucharist (Sold Out) Sunday December 24 2023 at 10:00 PM

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Tuesday December 26 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Tuesday December 26 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 11 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Wednesday December 27 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Thematic Tour: Architecture Wednesday December 27 2023 at 1:30 PM

× What are the basic elements shared by any Gothic building? Why is Gothic so well suited to religious structures? Through the Cathedral’s soaring walls and exquisite carvings, visitors explore the Gothic style and its unique characteristics, purposes, and building methods.

Tower Climb: Bell Tower (Sold Out) Wednesday December 27 2023 at 2:00 PM

× Climb to the dizzying heights of Washington National Cathedral with various tower climb options!

The ultimate destination of this climb is the ringing chamber, 333 steps high in the Cathedral’s central tower. From here, visitors will find the best possible view of Washington, DC. The climb includes multiple views inside the Cathedral itself, up-close views of stained glass, and access to some of the Cathedral’s oldest stairs.

The Classic Tower Climb lasts 75-90 minutes and costs $50 per person. Please review the following information before purchasing tickets:

Prepare for rigorous activity.
Those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces should not participate; stairs include both enclosed stone staircases and also open metal, spiral stairs.
Minimum height requirement: 48 inches (4 feet)
Not appropriate for young children; Infants cannot be carried on the tour.
Dress appropriately for the weather, as the weather conditions are more extreme than at ground level.

General Sightseeing Wednesday December 27 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Thematic Tour: Stained Glass (Sold Out) Thursday December 28 2023 at 10:30 AM

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In this introduction to the stained glass windows, learn about the tales they tell, from God’s creation of the universe to stories from American history to the Last Judgment. While walking through the Cathedral, you will witness the stylistic evolution of Cathedral windows from 1911 to the 2000s and learn about the creation process, which combines artistry and technical skill.

Thematic Tour: Ironwork Thursday December 28 2023 at 1:00 PM

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Explore the magic of wrought iron in the Cathedral—from fantastic creatures to stunning flowers, all unique and made by skilled hands.

Behind the Scenes (Limited Tickets Available) Thursday December 28 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Thursday December 28 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Friday December 29 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Friday December 29 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Friday December 29 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Moving Mindfully into the New Year: In-Person Retreat (Limited Tickets Available) Saturday December 30 2023 at 9:30 AM

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Join us on the Cathedral grounds in the newly renovated Virginia Mae Center for this morning retreat. Take time to let go of and celebrate memorable moments in 2023 and reflect on the year to come. Guided meditations, individual reflections and shared ritual invite us to move mindfully into the new year.

Behind the Scenes (Sold Out) Saturday December 30 2023 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Thematic Tour: Stained Glass Saturday December 30 2023 at 10:30 AM

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In this introduction to the stained glass windows, learn about the tales they tell, from God’s creation of the universe to stories from American history to the Last Judgment. While walking through the Cathedral, you will witness the stylistic evolution of Cathedral windows from 1911 to the 2000s and learn about the creation process, which combines artistry and technical skill.

Behind the Scenes (Limited Tickets Available) Saturday December 30 2023 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Saturday December 30 2023

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Moving Mindfully into the New Year: Online Retreat Sunday December 31 2023 at 3:00 PM

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Join us for this on-line afternoon retreat as we explore ways to take stock of the old year while looking forward to the new. As with the in-person retreat, guided meditations, individual reflections and shared ritual invite us to remember and release the past while setting intentions for the year to come. PLEASE NOTE: The Zoom link will be emailed to you 2 hours prior to the start of the program.

Behind the Scenes (Limited Tickets Available) Monday January 1 2024 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

Behind the Scenes Monday January 1 2024 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Monday January 1 2024

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

Behind the Scenes Monday January 8 2024 at 10:30 AM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

General Sightseeing Monday January 8 2024

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

*Pardon our dust, construction from the Organ Renovation Project may cause noise and some interruptions to sightseeing.

Behind the Scenes Wednesday January 10 2024 at 2:00 PM

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

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