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.

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Holiday Season Highlights

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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.

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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!

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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 

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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! 

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