Monday: Last Chance for ZooLights
Your time to check out the adorable ZooLights presentation at the National Zoo is running out! Head over to the Zoo to see this display of animal sculptures made from thousands of LED lights. Bonus: animal houses are staying open during ZooLights so you can see the real deal animals as well as the light sculptures. 6 to 8:30 PM.

Tuesday: The Roots
One of the best live acts out there, hip-hop act The Roots comes to the 9:30 Club for a two-night stand starting tonight. $45, 7 PM.

Wednesday: Real World Season Premiere
Yes, the moment we've all been waiting for is here—the Real World DC premieres on MTV tonight! Hooray! Go watch with a crowd at the Brightest Young Things premiere party at Nellie's. 10 PM.

Thursday: Where to Party for New Year’s Eve
Still looking for plans for the last night of 2010? Check out our guide. Ring in 2010 by celebrating at one of these New Year’s Eve events, from concerts to bar parties to hotel galas.

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