Planning a trip to the ballet this holiday season? The Willard InterContinental is offering a sumptuous brunch inspired by settings and characters from The Nutcracker, which is being performed at the nearby Warner Theater on December 2nd, 9th and 16th (seatings from 11 AM–2 PM; $75 per person, includes valet parking; $45 for children ages five–12; free for children under five; 202-637-7305).
The historic hotel will also extend the hours of its elegant afternoon tea service during the month of December (weekdays from 2:30–5 PM, weekends starting at 1 PM; $47 per person; reservations required; 202-637-7305). And music lovers should plan to stay after tea for the free weeknight performances from top choral groups that take place in the hotel’s beautifully decorated lobby (December 3–21; 5:30–7:30 PM).