Gather at the Park with family & friends as we Light Up the Carousel with NBC4's Tommy McFly! Enjoy a hot apple cider as we flip the light switch to kick off our Light Up the Holidays season of holiday events and end-of-year giving. Plus, we'll have DIY holiday photos inside the 1921 Dentzel carousel!

Please note: No carousel rides during Light Up the Carousel. The carousel building will be open for holiday portraits (visit our Light Up the Carousel page to learn more). The first rides of the 2027 carousel season will take place May 1, during Carousel Day. 

Suggested donation of $25+ at the door to take holiday photos inside the Dentzel carousel. Visit the info table to make your contribution. Those who make a donation of $125+ may choose a Glen Echo Park mug, Glen Echo Glassworks ornament, or picnic blanket. 

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