Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Historic Mount Vernon Sparkles with Holiday Cheer During Candlelight Tours!

Historic Mount Vernon Sparkles with Holiday Cheer During Candlelight Tours!

Friday, Saturday & Sunday only      
November 27, 28 & 29
December 4, 5 & 6
December 11, 12 & 13

Purchase tickets online.

Please note that the third floor of the Mansion is not open for this event.

"Mrs. Washington" hosts an enchanting evening of candlelit tours, fireside Christmas caroling, and hot cider and ginger cookies. The Mount Vernon by Candlelight tour includes the first and second floors, featuring characters from the Washingtons' world guiding visitors through the home and adding ambiance and authenticity to a traditional Christmas evening at Mount Vernon.

"Mount Vernon by Candlelight" is the only time of year when the estate is open to the public for special evening tours. Mount Vernon's modern buildings include merry music and the opportunity for holiday shopping until 9 p.m. Tickets are available at Mount Vernon's Ford Orientation Center or at MountVernon.org starting November 1.

Adults: $18
Children 11 and under: $12

The Mount Vernon Inn restaurant will be open for dinner during this event on the following nights:

Sunday, November 29
Saturday, December 5
Sunday, December 6
Sunday, December 13

Availability subject to change. Dinner reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling (703) 780-0011. (Dinner only, does not include Candlelight Tour tickets.)