Holly-Days at the Maryland Zoo, Baltimore
Weekends in November & December
Enjoy festive crafts, carolers, costumed characters and photos with Santa during this family-friendly holiday tradition at the Maryland Zoo.
Sailing Through the Winter Solstice, Frederick
November – March 2026
Brilliantly lit boats brighten Carroll Creek, combining dazzling holiday displays with a community fundraiser where every vote supports local charities.
Christmas Village, Baltimore
November 22nd – December 24nd
Traditional German-style market with wooden booths, European foods, shopping, rides and festive holiday cheer in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Winter City Lights, Olney
Late November – December
An immersive holiday wonderland with one million lights, snow tubing, themed displays and a glowing winter trail through the forest.
Christmas at the Gaylord, National Harbor
December – January 4th
A dazzling resort celebration featuring lights, shows and spectacular ice sculptures that bring the holiday spirit to life.
Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular, Timonium
December 5th – 30th
Maryland State Fairgrounds light up with over one million twinkling displays, tunnels, holiday trees, music and carnival-style fun.
Midnight Madness, Historic Ellicott City
December 5th, 4:30–11 PM
Tree lighting, Santa, hot chocolate, shopping and live holiday music in the heart of historic Ellicott City.
Monument Lighting, Baltimore
December 5th, 5–8 PM
A beloved tradition with a lighting ceremony, live music, vendors and fireworks in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon neighborhood.
Midnight Madness, Annapolis
First three Thursdays in December
Shops stay open late with special sales, holiday cheer, seasonal treats and entertainment along historic Main Street Annapolis.