With Thanksgiving behind us, now is the time to get into the holiday spirit! December is the best time to experience a wonderland of events, with lights shining through the night sky and a cozy atmosphere wherever you go.
Baltimore offers plenty of events that you can attend to elevate your holiday season!
Shop Small
Baltimore welcomes the return of the Christmas Village! This event perfect for gift gathering will be open until Christmas Eve, and it is the perfect time to do some shopping while also grabbing a delicious bite to eat. Shop with over 70 vendors and come participate in one of their weekly events!
Another great event to check out for Christmas Shopping is Holiday Heap by Charm City Craft Mafia. This event is hosted on December 14th, and they have over 40 vendors to shop from. Attendance is free and open to the public.
Light it Up
Charm City is hosting another Holiday event, Charm City Lights, where you can enjoy the sights of the city at night. They host a one mile drive that showcases the many lighting displays around the city from November 30th to January 1st. If you can’t do the drive, they also have nights with special events for those who wish to walk through the event.
You won’t want to miss Olde Tyme Christmas in Fell’s Point! This event on December 7th is designed to give you a day of festive fun, and it features Santa himself on a tugboat in the harbor! The event ends with the lighting of the Fell’s Point Christmas tree.
Be Merry at Mobtown
If you love watching Christmas movies this time of year, then this event hosted by Mobtown Brewing is perfect for you. Join them on December 13th for their Christmas Movie Night, where you can enjoy the movie Die Hard with a nice cold beer.
One unique way to spend a brunch is in the company of the jolliest person in the world. Enjoy Brunch with Santa at Mobtown Brewing Company on December 14th. They will be serving a pancake breakfast with all sorts of toppings for you to enjoy. Make sure you grab a photo with the man in red while you’re visiting!
Treat Yourself
While it may not be for everyone, there’s no denying how much a staple Egg Nog is for the holidays. For our Egg Nog lovers, enjoy the annual Egg Nog tasting tour in Fells Point, where you can sample Egg Nog from all of the participating businesses. You are able to purchase more of your favorite flavors, and even vote for them for the favorite of the night.
Another event hosted in Fells Point is the Cookie Crawl, where you can travel through the city and taste cookies from an array of participating businesses. This event will be held on December 19th, so be sure to shop small and enjoy your cookies while you do so.
You can feast on the Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise, where you can flow down the Patapsco River and enjoy the sights with a three course dinner. There will be a DJ in attendance, as well as unlimited mimosas during their brunch cruise.
Other Festive Events
The Maryland Zoo is also hosting their own event, where you can enjoy the festivities with all the animals during any weekend in December. There will be different events for each weekend, including celebrations for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa! The last event the zoo will host is on New Year’s Eve.
Another perfect way to enjoy the holiday season is by enjoying a festive train ride. Check out the Reindeer Railway at the B&O Railway Museum where you can enjoy spiced cider and holiday cookies right after enjoying holiday crafts. This event will be hosted on December 29th, so it’s the perfect way to finish off the holiday season.
For the lovers of Mariah Carey’s famous hit All I Want for Christmas is You, enjoy her Christmas Tour at the CFG Bank Arena on December 7th! For those who are attending, please look at the baggage rules before you make your way over.
Happy Holidays
We hope that you can find something fun and festive to enjoy during this holiday season. These events are always more fun with people, so bring your friends and family to any event for a spectacular time. We wish you a Happy Holiday Season from Promenade!