Beltway Bambinos

Holidays are a time for creating memories, whether it be continuing a family tradition or beginning new ones. I’ve been lucky enough to go to a few high teas; my favorite was at The Plaza Hotel in New York City with my best friend followed by a Holiday Tea at the Willard Intercontinental with family. For those of you looking to take your Bambinos {or go without kids} here’s a list of some venues in our area where you can enjoy tea and crumpets; most with a holiday theme and following covid guidelines.

• Peter Rabbit Tea at the Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner

Served Saturday & Sunday, 12:00pm to 4:00pm, as part of the regularly served Afternoon Tea. Enjoy the Ritz-Carlton Tea experience with your young ones with a menu especially designed for guests ages 12 and under.

• Tea with Mrs. B & Santa: December 3 & 24

Creativity is called for every Christmas season.  It is important to create good times and fun memories for all. In years past, Mrs. B and St. Nick often sat together for a private tea party to review the ‘naughty and nice’ list of little children. Now Mrs. B invites young ones to join Santa and her. This is the 11^th year for them getting together for tea and you are invited! Please join in what promises to be a merry and memorable time for your children and you.  A festive party like this, as only Mrs. B can create with her team of hard working elves, will be unforgettable for guests.  All ages are welcome. Tickets must be purchased for each person attending. Every child will have professional photos to share with family and friends the week following. This holiday season will be so special by starting it at Tea with Mrs. B. Santa Claus, Mrs. B and her merry, merry team of elves look forward to you joining for this special once-a-year date.

• The American Girl’s Tea Tysons Corner

Get into the spirit of the season at American Girl’s 2021 Holiday Tea and Treats! We’ll serve a selection of tasty treats and delicious drinks for both kids and adults. Children will enjoy a festive penguin craft; plus, they’ll get a hot cocoa surprise that they can take home as a gift. They also offer holiday events such as Santa Brunch and story times. See a guest review on an afternoon at Tysons.

• The Mansion on O Street

They offer a Kids Dessert Tea Tour as well as high tea and various other kids holiday events.

• Peacock Alley Tea at The Willard

The Willard’s Holiday Afternoon Tea is one of the hotel’s most cherished holiday traditions. Seated in the grandeur of Peacock Alley, among the festive decor and elegant sounds of the harp, guests can enjoy a tantalizing array of festive teas, sandwiches and seasonally inspired pastries. You can also schedule private group teas.

• Strathmore Afternoon Tea

The soothing sounds of local musicians fill the room, as you enjoy Afternoon Tea in the cozy atmosphere of The Shapiro Music Room at Strathmore. They do hold special events around various holidays so check their schedule to plan ahead. Charles Dickens’ Tea and Mrs. Claus Tea are a few of the popular holiday teas.

• Hillwood Estate, Museum & Garden

Not seeing tea events listed this year

Other establishments that offer tea service, not all with a holiday focus but some with children in mind:
The Tavern at the Henley Park Holiday Tea
Children’s Holiday Tea at The Mandarin Oriental
The Jefferson
Tea Cellar in the Park Hyatt Washington
The St. Regis

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