As America turns 250, the Washington Monument will stand as the world’s tallest birthday candle. This New Year’s Eve, Freedom 250 — the national organization announced by President Donald J. Trump to lead our nation’s 250th birthday celebration — will debut its first signature moment: a six-night projection-mapping spectacle that will transform the Washington Monument into an immersive, luminous canvas telling the story of the nation’s discovery, expansion, independence, and future.
The opening night, December 31, 2025, will feature a special New Year’s Eve countdown moment, illuminating the Washington Monument with a 250-foot birthday candle and marking the official arrival of America’s 250th year — launching a national celebration.
From December 31st through January 5th, each evening’s presentation will project a sweeping visual narrative onto the Monument, celebrating America’s story, strength, and unity and serving as a dazzling national kickoff to the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation.
“The illumination of the Washington Monument marks the beginning of a momentous year for our nation—250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence,” said Keith Krach, CEO of Freedom 250. “We invite every American—and every friend of America—to join this historic celebration of the triumph of the American spirit.”
The Washington Monument illumination marks the opening signature moment in a year-long slate of marquee national events throughout 2026, celebrating the nation’s founding and its enduring promise.
When
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025
Projection Timeline: 7:00 PM ET - 12:06 AM ET
Thursday, January 1, 2026 - Monday, January 5, 2026
Nightly Projection Timeline: 7:00 PM ET – 10:00 PM ET
Where
Washington Monument
2 15th St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20024
Public Access Information
The Washington Monument lighting and projection experience is not a ticketed event and is open to the public, free of charge, throughout the National Mall.
About Freedom 250
Freedom 250 brings together civic, cultural, educational, business, and philanthropic partners to honor our shared heritage and renew our commitment to the values that define us. Through national programs, storytelling, service, and landmark celebrations, Freedom 250 empowers organizations of every size and sector to spark a unifying American revival.
The Freedom 250 Network includes public and private partners such as federal, state, and local governments, corporations, civic organizations, cultural and educational institutions, faith-based and philanthropic partners, every American, and friends of America. Together, the Freedom 250 Network will strengthen national unity, honor our history, showcase the beauty of America, and inspire the next chapter of American leadership and innovation. Learn more and join the movement: Freedom250.org
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