
A Holiday Season Full of Events, Festivals, Markets & More At Baltimore’s Waterfront!
You won't want to miss our iconic Season Highlights that define the holiday season in Baltimore! Discover a calendar full of events, programs, and activities that can be found throughout the waterfront in Inner Harbor, Harbor Point, Harbor East, and Fells Point.

Holiday Season Highlights
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Inner Harbor Ice Rink
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Magic of Merryland
Harbor East
Nov 22 - Jan 23 -
Christmas Village In Baltimore
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Bazaart: Holiday Craft Marketplace
American Visionary Art Museum
Fri, Nov 28th & Sat, Nov 29th -
Fells Point Olde Tyme Christmas
Broadway Square
Sat, Dec 6th | 9am–6pm -
Holiday Makers Market
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Parade of Lighted Boats
Fells Point to Inner Harbor
Sat, Dec 6th | 5:45pm–8pm -
Harbor Point Ice Festival
Central Plaza, Harbor Point
Jan 24 2026 | 11am-5pm

Call for Boaters:
One of Baltimore’s longest standing holiday traditions, The Lighted Boat Parade, returns on December 6th during Baltimore’s Most Festive Weekend!
Sponsored by Anchorage Marina, Sail Baltimore, & Pussers Landing, this festive event supports the Exchange Club of Southeast Baltimore.
Are you an interested boater? Join the parade! Register now at the link below through Anchorage Marina.

A Season Full Of Events
Get into the festive spirit with these “Must-Not-Miss Baltimore Winter Traditions! Grab your loved ones and head down to the waterfront for these iconic festivals, parades, and markets that define Baltimore’s holiday season!
Season-Long Activities:
Inner Harbor Ice Rink
Nov 7 - Jan 19
Christmas Village In Baltimore
Nov 27 - Dec 24
Magic of Merryland @ Harbor East
Nov 22 - Jan 23
Miracle Pop-Up Bar @ Power Plant Live!
Nov 28 - Dec 28
Half-Priced Friday Nights @ National Aquarium
Fridays Nov-Jan:
November:
Nov 7: Ice Rink Grand Opening
Nov 22: Magic of Merryland - Tree Lighting
Nov 22: AVAM 30th Anniversary
Nov 22 & 23: Tree Lighting & Preview Weekend @ Christmas Village
Nov 28 & 29: Bazaart: Holiday Craft Marketplace
Nov 29: Christkind Ceremony @ Christmas Village
Nov 30: Christmas Tree Lighting @ Power Plant Live!
December:
Dec 1: Festival of Trees @ Reginald F. Lewis Museum
Dec 13: Holidays at The Lewis
Dec 13 & 14: German American Weekend @ Christmas Village
Dec 13 & 14: Eggnog Tasting @ Fells Point
Dec 17: Extended Hours Holiday Market @ Baltimore Museum of Industry
Dec 19: Ugly Sweater Weather @ Christmas Village
Dec 19: Peppermint Pop-Up
Dec 20 - Jan 4: Seven Days of Science @ Maryland Science Center
Dec 22- Jan 4: 12 Days of Play @ Port Discovery
Dec 23–30: Snow Days @ Maryland Science Center
Dec 31: Midnight Noon New Years Celebration @ Maryland Science Center
Dec 31: NoonTime New Years Celebration @ Port Discovery
View our Holiday Event Calendar, full of family activities, ice skating events, romantic nights out, restaurant specials, and shopping experiences that will keep you coming to the harbor every week from November to January!
January:
Jan 17-19: Inner Harbor Ice Rink Finale Weekend
Jan 19: MLK Dare to Dream Day @ AVAM
Jan 24: Ice Fest @ Harbor Point

Sat Dec 6 & Sun Dec 7
Dec 6: Sock Creature Saturday @ AVAM
Dec 6: Olde Tyme Christmas @ Fells Point
Dec 6: Inner Harbor Ice Rink
Dec 6: Culturally Curated Sneaker Ball @ Reginald F. Lewis Museum
Dec 6 & 7: Holiday Makers Markets
Dec 6: Lighted Boat Parade by Sail Baltimore & Anchorage Marina
Dec 6 & 7: Family Weekend @ Christmas Village
Dec 7th: Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens

Make Magical Memories
Rekindle your Baltimore Holiday Spirit, as you make new memories and rejuvenate old traditions with family and friends. Spread the holiday cheer and share your Baltimore memories with us on Instagram! Follow our account to explore the festive side of Charm City.
Don't miss the chance to grab a photo with your loved ones at our Holiday Season Spectacles scattered around the waterfront! Snag a polaroid under the Gluhwein Pyramid at Christmas Village, show us your favorites in the light boat parade, or strike a pose on the ice rink! Can you snag a memento from every Holiday Season Spectacle? Check out our blog and get tips on the best holiday photo ops!

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Find your winter bliss and be prepared of your next outing with sample itineraries, holiday shopping tips, and special offers. Whether you're looking for a romantic night out, a family-friendly activity, or a unique shopping experience, we've got you covered with curated guides for everything happening at Baltimore's HolidayHeadquarters!