Events, free things to do, festivals and more fun ideas in D.C., Maryland and Virginia for the week ending Dec. 21, 2025.

If there is a villain in the Nativity story it is surely Herod, the monarch who supposedly slaughtered thousands of infants ...

The Imperial Valley Choral Society’s “A Holiday Spectacular” featured a two-part Christmas concert Thursday evening, Dec. 11, ...

With performances of Handel's "Messiah" as common as mistletoe around the Bay Area each year, fans of the beloved sacred ...

The Imperial Valley Choral Society’s “A Holiday Spectacular” featured a two-part Christmas concert Thursday evening, Dec. 11, ...

Father Joshua J. Whitfield provides a reflection on the readings and gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Dec. 14, 2025.

Seattle Bach Festival is offering a different way into the Christmas story that trades the grand sweep of Handel's "Messiah" ...

The rockstar-like countertenor will perform with the Philadelphia Orchestra in Handel’s "Messiah." ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. When George Frideric Handel chose Dublin for the 1742 premiere of his great oratorio, Messiah, his controversial choice of venue ruffled ...

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Messiah University announced it is suspending its men’s lacrosse program while the school investigates hazing allegations within the program. The university issued a ...

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A student from Messiah University is dead after being struck by a train, according to officials in Cumberland County. The victim, identified as 22-year-old Brendan ...