Seasonal & Holidays

Karl Alzner Leads Friday Holiday Light Spectacular

The Washington Capitals star will officially light the tree Friday night at the Pike & Rose Holiday Light Spectacular.

The Pike & Rose Holiday Light Spectacular kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the North Bethesda shopping district.

Events from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. feature a tree lighting led by Karl Alzner, defenseman for the Washington Capitals.

Festivities include:

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  • Live ice carving
  • Live holiday music from the GW Vibes and the Loiederman Middle School Chior Tastings & food specials
  • Kids 12 and under eat free starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday only at Summer House and Stella Barra
  • Holiday sales and promotions
  • Childrens’ activities and letters to Santa
  • Facepainting and balloon twisting
  • Giveaways and prizes

Together with Merrill Lynch, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to fight pancreatic cancer through the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

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