During the Holidays, there is something exciting to do every day of the week! Concerts, candelight tours, winery events and more....
Christmas Market and Craft Show
11/1/2008 - 12/13/2008; Saturdays 8am-2pm
Agriculture Center, 700 Smith Ave, Westminster, Carroll County
410-848-7748
www.carrollcountyagcenter.com
Juried crafts, Christmas decorations, baked goods, gourmet food items.
The Trains of Christmas
Date: 11/1/2008 - 11/30/2008; Fri-Sun, 1-5pm
300 S Burhans Blvd (US 11), Hagerstown, Washington County
301-739-4665
www.roundhouse.org
The visions, sounds, and snows of Christmas past and present on an "O" Gauge railroad.
Christmas Thymes at Sycamore Heights Craft Show
11/13/2008 - 11/23/2008, Thur-Sun, 10am-5pm
2-703 Jefferson Blvd., 1860s Federal-style farmhouse, Hagerstown, Washington County
301-665-2882
Handmade crafts featuring candles, primitives, country, folk art, and Americana. Crafters please inquire. Credit cards accepted.
Potters Guild of Baltimore's Annual Holiday Show
11/15/2008 - 11/24/2008
3600 Clipper Mill Road, Historic Meadow Mill at Woodberry, Baltimore City
410-235-4884
www.pottersguild.org
Reception: Nov. 13-14; handcrafted pottery show and sale, 48 local potters, open studio, refreshments; continues through Dec. 24.
Winterfest of Lights
11/20/2008 - 1/1/2009
Northside Park, 127th and the Bay, Ocean City, Worcester County
800-OC-OCEAN
www.visitmaryland.org/WinterfestofLights.aspx
Visit the Winterfest Village where dazzling lights on winter nights will to put you in the mood for the holiday season.
Victorian Christmas Celebration
11/23/2008 - 12/29/2008
Gordon-Roberts House
Cumberland, Maryland, Allegany County
301-777-8678
historyhouse.allconet.org
Victorian Christmas celebration: A Currier and Ives Christmas. Christmas tea served with tours.
Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
11/28/2008 - 11/29/2008, 10am-5pm
Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, Anne Arundel County
410-573-2072
www.schgochurch.org
Greek food and pastries along with plenty of shopping; visit with Santa throughout the day.
Chestertown Antiques Show and Sale
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Chestertown Middle School, 402 E Campus Ave.,Chestertown, Kent County
410-810-3837
Period furniture, jewelry, primitives, linens, oriental rugs, silver, glass, brass, postcards, china, Chinese export porcelain.
Christmas on the Square
11/28/2008 - 11/28/2008
Downtown on the Square-Washington St., Leonardtown, St. Mary's County
301-475-9791
www.leonardtown.somd.com
Holiday festivities, entertainment, music, food, carriage/sleigh rides, annual tree lighting and Santa's arrival. Rain date: Nov. 29.
Country Crafts Guild Fall Arts & Crafts Show
11/28/2008 - 11/29/2008; 10am-4pm
Fire House, Rock Hall, Kent county
Crafts, folk art, needlework, dolls, jewelry, pottery, Christmas decorations, decorative clothing, home furnishings, soaps and lotions.
26th Annual Festival of Trees
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, Baltimore County
800-830-3976
www.festivaloftrees.kennedykrieger.org
If Santa had a theme park, this would be it!
Frosty Friday
11/28/2008, 8am-9pm
Market and Patrick Sts, Shab Row/Everedy Square, Frederick
301-698-8118
www.downtownfrederick.org
Pamper yourself merry with Frosty the Snowman, carolers and breakfast at your favorite downtown restaurants.
Hearth and Home in Early Maryland
11/28/2008 - 11/29/2008
Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, Southern Maryland
800-762-1634, 240-895-4990
stmaryscity.org
Discover the ways Maryland's first citizens prepared for winter before supermarkets and department stores. Hands-on activities.
Holiday Shopper's Fair
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Ocean City Convention Center, 40th St. Ocean City, Worcester County
410-289-8311; 800-626-2326
www.ococean.com
Holiday shopping extravaganza with jewelry, clothing, gifts, toys, children's activities, shopper's lounge, food and drink.
Tree Lighting
11/28/2008; 5:30pm
Gilbert Lighthouse Pavilion; North East, Cecil County
410-287-5801
www.northeastchamber.org
Annual tree lighting with Santa at the North East Community Park.
Trainspotting and Holiday Fun
11/30/2008; 10am-5pm
Bowie Train Station Museum, Prince George's County
301-809-3089
www.cityofbowie.org
Begin the holiday season watching unusual trains and enjoying fun holiday activities.
11th Annual Festival of Wreaths
12/3/2008 - 12/7/2008
Carroll Arts Center, Westminster, Carroll County
410-848-7272
www.carr.org
Silent auction of hundreds of uniquely decorated themed wreaths. High bidders need not be present at auction close.
Festival of Trees
12/4/2008 - 12/7/2008
Robinwood Medical Ctr, Hagerstown, Washington County
301-790-8631
www.festivaloftreesinhagerstown.org
Benefit for special care nursing at Washington County Hospital, decorated trees, holiday gift shop, entertainment, and special event activities.
A Monumental Occasion
12/4/2008; 5:30-7pm
Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore City
1-877-BALTIMORE
www.promotionandarts.com
Annual lighting of the Washington Monument by the mayor and First Family of Baltimore; live entertainment, refreshments, colorful fireworks finale.
Singular Sensations Annual Holiday Exhibition
12/4/2008; 6-9pm
Columbia Art Ctr., Columbia, Howard County
410-730-0075
Holiday exhibition featuring paintings, cards, fiber, photos, jewelry, ceramics for under $150. Ideal gifts, live music and refreshments.
The Nutcracker
12/4/2008 - 12/7/2008
Harford Community College Amoss Center; Bel Air, Harford County
410-836-4211
www.harford.edu
Ring in the season with this enchanting holiday classic for the entire family.
Bethesda's Winter Wonderland
12/5/2008 - 12/6/2008
Downtown Bethesda at various locations; Montgomery County
301-215-6660
www.bethesda.org
Winter Wonderland features carolers, ice sculpting, arts & crafts, storytelling, holiday treats and Santa Claus.
Breakfast with Santa
12/5/2008 - 12/20/2008; at-Sun, 10am-12N
Bay Lady and Lady Baltimore; Inner Harbor; Baltimore City
410-727-3113 800-695-BOAT
www.harborcruises.com
Two-hour cruise with breakfast buffet, Santa, DJ and holiday sing-along.
Holiday Candlelight Tours
12/5/2008 - 12/6/2008
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, St. Mary's County
Hours: Fri-Sat, 6-10pm
Phone: 301-373-2280
800-681-0850
www.sotterley.org
Special tours by candlelight; historical drama; live seasonal music, food and drink available; reservations required.
State House by Candlelight
12/5/2008 - 12/6/2008; 7-9pm
Maryland State House, Annapolis, Anne Arundel County
410-974-3400
Decorated for the holiday season; a variety of musical entertainment.
Three Centuries of Celebration Preview
12/5/2008; 7-9pm
William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George St., Annapolis, Anne Arundel County
410-267-8146
www.annapolis.org
Living history interpreters guide you through exhibits from three centuries of holiday celebrations.
Gathersburg Winter Lights Festival
12/5/2008 - 1/3/2009
Web site
The 2008 Winter Lights Festival will be returning to Seneca Creek State Park December 5th through January 3rd. A great outing for people and groups of all ages, and is perfect if you’ve got kids to entertain!You can choose to drive through the 3.5 mile light display, or take the Open Air Trolley as usual.
Antietam Memorial Illumination
12/6/2008; 6pm
Antietam National Battlefield; Sharpsburg, Washington County
301-432-5124
www.nps.gov
23,110 luminaries over a six-mile driving tour at Historic Antietam.
Antique Christmas Festival
12/6/2008 - 12/7/2008; 10am-5pm
Tracy's Landing, Anne Arundel county
410-257-3153; 410-867-3277
Novel antiques, quilts, unique gifts, china, tools, furniture, glassware, books, fishing, other collectibles; complimentary refreshments.
Breakfast with Santa
12/6/2008; 8:30am and 11:30am
Golf Course Clubhouse; College Park, Prince George's County
301-314-6632
www.dining.umd.edu
Join Santa for breakfast, have your chance to share your wish list and let him know if you've been good or bad this year.
Cecil County Christmas Parade
12/6/2008; 12N
Main St., North East, Cecil County
410-287-5801
www.northeastchamber.org
Bands, floats, Santa.
Celtic Christmas
12/6/2008 - 12/21/2008; Sat-Sun, 1-5pm
Boordy Vineyards, Hydes, Baltimore County
410-592-5015
www.boordy.com
Enjoy live Celtic harp music; shop for unique holiday gifts and enjoy hot wassail.
Christmas in New Market
12/6/2008 - 12/7/2008; 10am-5pm; (luminary Sun, 5-8)
Main St (throughout town), New Market, Frederick County
301-865-5544
www.townofnewmarket.org
Town celebration with Santa, carolers, tree lighting, 40 historic homes, antiques and specialty shops.
Christmas Open House
12/6/2008 - 12/7/2008
Steppingstone Museum; Havre de Grace, Harford County
410-939-2299, 888-419-1762
www.steppingstonemuseum.org
Historic farmhouse decorated for the holidays, music, cookies and cider, museum store open of shopping.
A Family Plantation Christmas
12/6/2008; 10am-4pm
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, St. Mary's County
301-373-2280, 800-681-0850
www.sotterley.org
Experience old-fashioned fun with Santa Claus, horse-drawn taxi, crafts, refreshments and gifts for sale.
Fells Point Old Tyme Christmas
12/6/2008 - 12/13/2008
Broadway Square, Baltimore City
410-675-8900
www.fellspointdevelopment.com
See Santa arrive by tugboat, have breakfast with Santa, listen to carolers, view decorated storefronts.
First Saturday Gallery Walk
12/6/2008; 5-9pm
Market and Patrick Sts., Shab Row/Everedy Square, Frederick, Frederick County
301-698-8118
www.downtownfrederick.org
Luminaries, free cookies and cocoa and more than 60 shops, galleries and restaurants in Downtown Frederick.
Eagle's Nest Bookstore Open House
12/6/2008; 9am-4pm
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Ctr., Cambridge, Dorchester County
410-228-2677
www.blackwater.fws.gov
Special Christmas sales at the Eagle's Nest Bookstore, book signings, crafts, exhibits, demonstrations and refreshments.
Heck with the Malls
12/6/2008; 9am-2pm
Queen Anne's County Arts Council, Centre for the Arts, 206 S Commerce St., Centreville
410-758-2520
www.arts4u.info
Enjoy the season! Artisian and fine craft sale by area artists, refreshments and town-wide open house.
Historic Annual Candlelight Tour
12/6/2008; 12N-6pm
Historic Port Deposit homes and buildings, Port Deposit, Cecil County
410-378-4480
Late 1700s and early 1800s homes and buildings are seasonally decorated and opened for this event; Civil War activities planned.
Holiday Magic
12/6/2008; 10am-3pm
Rose Hill Manor Park, Frederick
301-600-1650
www.rosehillmuseum.com
Holiday programming for children and their families; hands-on activities, crafts, magic shows at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm.
Holiday Mart
12/6/2008; 10am-5pm
Centennial High School,Columbia, Howard County
410-313-4622
www.co.ho.md.us
This annual in-door craft show (35th year) showcases the exceptional juried works of more than 120 artisans.
Holly Trolleyfest
12/6/2008 - 12/21/2008; Sat-Sun, 5-9pm
Northwest Branch Park, 1313 Bonifant Rd.,Colesville, Montgomery County
301-384-6088
www.dctrolley.org
Ride with Santa aboard a trolley and see toy trains in operation.
Seventh Victorian Christmas
Date: 12/6/2008 - 12/7/2008; 11am-8pm
Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum, Waldorf, Charles County
www.somd.lib.md.us
Refreshments, Civil War exhibits, music entertainment, walk through tours.
The Trains of Christmas
12/6/2008 - 12/28/2008; Fri-Sun, 1-5pm
300 S Burhans Blvd (US 11), Hagerstown, Washington County
301-739-4665
www.roundhouse.org
The visions, sounds, and snows of Christmas past and present on an "O" Gauge railroad.
Victorian Christmas
12/6/2008 - 12/21/2008
Historic Berlin, Worcester County
410-641-4775
www.berlinmdcc.org
Life-size animated story book displays, horse and carriage rides, visits with Santa, Victorian tea.
Breakfast with Santa and his Elves
12/7/2008; 8am-1pm
Rod 'N' Reel Restaurant, Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County
1-877-ROD-N-REEL
www.cbresortspa.com
Kids come meet Santa and sit on his lap. Enjoy our famous breakfast buffet by the bay and visit Santa's workshop to create a craft to keep.
Candlelight Tour of Belair Mansion/Stable
12/7/2008; 4-7pm
Belair Mansion/Stable, Bowie, Prince George's County
301-809-3089
www.cityofbowie.org
Holiday celebration and tour of 1745 and 1907 stables at the birthplace of Maryland Thoroughbred racing.
Greens Show and Sale
12/10/2008 - 12/14/2008; 10am-4pm
Hammond Harwood House, Annapolis, Anne Arundel County
410-263-4683
www.hammondharwoodhouse.org
This event features the sale of fresh holiday decorations from the 18th century. Tour the house dressed in holiday splendor.
Holiday Candlelight Tours
12/11/2008 - 12/13/2008
Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel, Prince George's County
301-953-1376
www.pgparks.com
Refreshments, live holiday music by area performers, tours of mansion decorated with greens and lit by candlelight.
Candlelight Stroll
12/12/2008 - 12/20/2008; Fri-Sat, 7pm
Information Booth at Annapolis City Dock, Annapolis, Anne Arundel
410-268-7601, ext 104
www.watermarkjourney.com
Welcome the holidays with an evening stroll through historic Annapolis; reservations required.
Christmas Open House
12/12/2008 - 12/14/2008 11am-4pm
3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, Harford county
410-557-9466
www.ladewgardens.com
Festively decorated Manor House; live music, fresh greens and handcrafted holiday decorations for sale; gift shop.
Snowflake Tea
12/12/2008, 4pm
Belair Mansion, Bowie, Prince George's County
301-809-3089
www.cityofbowie.org
Celebrate the holidays in one of Maryland's most historic homes - reservation required.
All Saints Parish Christmas Market
12/13/2008
All Saints Episcopal Church, Rts 2 & 4; Sunderleigh, Calvert County
410-257-6306
www.allsaints1962.org
Candlelight Tour of Historic Homes and Churches, 19th Annual
12/13/2008 - 12/14/2008
Main St
Quantico, Maryland , Wicomico County
410-548-1930
A traditional candlelight walking tour of historic homes and churches.
Christmas Boutique
12/13/2008 - 12/14/2008
Susquehanna Museum
817 Conesteo St
Havre de Grace, Maryland, Harford County
410-939-5780
lockhousemuseum.org
Historic setting for traditional holiday shopping. One-of-a-kind items, fresh greens.
More events soon....
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October 12, 2008–January 4, 2009
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October 19, 2008 - January 4, 2009
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