Home For The Holidays? Take In These 12 Maryland Events

The “most wonderful time of the year” is also one of the busiest across Maryland, with holiday events, cultural festivals and other celebrations filling up the December calendar.

Many of these events and activities are ingrained in Maryland's history and cultural identity. Taking part in them creates a sense of belonging and shared experiences unique to Marylanders.

We’ve rounded up 12 can’t-miss holiday events:

• Dec. 7 - 35th Annual Bel Air Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
• Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 - Midnight Madness West Street Holiday Artisan Market
• Dec. 12-13 - Harford Holidays at Ripken Stadium
• Dec. 13 - Skate With Santa
• Dec. 14 - Menorah Lighting and Car Parade
• Now through Dec. 20 - Christmas Train Garden
• Now through Dec. 13 - Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
• Now through Dec. 27 - Festive Fireworks at National Harbor and Nightly Tree Light Show
• Now through Jan. 1 - Lights On The Bay
• Now through Jan. 3 - Merriweather Symphony of Lights
• Now through Jan. 4 - B&O Ellicott City Station Museum Holiday Train Garden

• Now through Jan. 4 - Christmas at Gaylord National (including ICE! Polar Express)

If you’re planning a holiday event — or any event — feature it, so nearby readers see it all across Patch — including in roundups like this!

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