I’ll catch rides with friends back to their places if it gets me closer to my destination, but don’t expect to be dropped off at my place.

If the weather is bad, I may ask though!

Probably just user error!

The zoo requires guests to have timed entry passes. And it looks like they are all gone already!

https://secure.nationalzoo.si.edu/events

I've gone down to the other museums on the Mall on Thanksgiving and didn't think they were crowded at all. That might be a viable option!