Seasonal Family Events in Baltimore — Holidays, Festivals & More
Every season brings its own magic to Baltimore. Spring egg hunts and cherry blossom festivals give way to summer splash pads and outdoor movie nights. Fall means pumpkin patches and harvest festivals, while winter brings light shows, holiday markets, and indoor adventures. We track them all so you don't miss a thing.
The next 50 events, 20 free. Ranked highest: Winter Basket Bingo at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Stoop Soiree: Starlight Safari at Maryland Zoo Mansion House and Tree Time: Leaves II at Cylburn Arboretum.
Tue, Sep 1· 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Fall StoryWalk® at Eden Mill
📍 Eden Mill Nature Center
A nature-based literacy activity combining reading, singing, and physical activity at Eden Mill Nature Center.
Tue, Sep 1· Varies by event
Fall Festival Lineup
📍 Baltimore County Rec & Parks
A series of festivals and community events taking place across Baltimore County parks and recreation facilities throughout the fall season.
Sun, Nov 1· Typically starts around Thanksgiving and ends before Christmas (specific hours not provided)
Producers of German Christmas Village at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor get approval to return for four more years
📍 German Christmas Village at Baltimore's Inner Harbor
The German Christmas Village at Baltimore's Inner Harbor has been approved to continue operating through 2029. This popular holiday market features dozens of vendors, ornaments, a Ferris wheel, carousel, live music, lights, and traditional German food, typically running from late November through December.
Sun, Nov 1· Afternoon
Sunday Family Days
📍 Boordy Vineyards Inc
Family-friendly Sunday afternoons featuring local food vendors, live music, and wine tasting. Children must remain within 10 feet of parents at all times.
Sun, Nov 1
Thanksgiving Meal Pickup & Brunch
📍 Little Havana
Little Havana is open for brunch, lunch, and Thanksgiving meal pick-up orders with themed packages available.
Mon, Nov 2
Christmas Preview Week
📍 Gaver Farm
Special week previewing the Christmas season attractions and shopping opportunities before the full Christmas season begins.
Fri, Nov 6
Holiday Night Market at The Valley
📍 Hunt Valley Towne Centre
Wed, Nov 11
Thanksgiving To-Go Menu
📍 Victoria Gastro Pub
Victoria Gastro Pub offers a complete Thanksgiving to-go menu featuring starters, mains, sides, sauces, and desserts for convenient holiday ordering.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:30pm-8:30pm
Winterfest Preview Party
📍 Baltimore Clayworks
An exclusive opening night celebration and early access preview of Winterfest 2026, featuring festive community activities and first access to the holiday exhibition and market.
Thu, Nov 12· 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Inner Harbor Ice Rink
📍 Inner Harbor Ice Rink
The Inner Harbor Ice Rink returns for the holiday season with free skating, hot chocolate, and entertainment.
Thu, Nov 12· 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Potato Parade
📍 Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Kids decorate potatoes and create mini parade floats at the Aberdeen Library.
Thu, Nov 12· 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sip & Shop of Historic Annapolis
📍 The Spice & Tea Exchange of Annapolis / Historic Annapolis Main Street
A holiday shopping happy hour featuring local merchants along Main Street with sips, snacks, and seasonal finds.
Fri, Nov 13· 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Cruise for a Cause
📍 The Prime Time Pub and Grill
A toy collection drive featuring classic cars, Marines in uniform, and Santa at The Prime Time Pub and Grill.
Fri, Nov 13· 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Harvest Moon Hayride
📍 Laurel Riverfront Park
A fall hayride event at Laurel Riverfront Park featuring seasonal festivities.
Fri, Nov 13
Maryland Irish Festival (51st)
📍 Timonium Cow Palace
A celebration of Irish culture featuring local, regional and international Irish music, Irish dancers, traditional cuisine, cultural exhibits and workshops, and vendors of Irish and Celtic goods.
Fri, Nov 13· 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Stoop Soiree: Starlight Safari
📍 Maryland Zoo Mansion House
The 8th Annual Stoop Soirée hosted by Baltimore Family Alliance celebrates families and raises funds for community support.
Fri, Nov 13· 1:00 PM
FaeryCon, and the Fairy Scary Ball!
📍 Lord Baltimore Hotel
Fri, Nov 13· 4:00pm-8:00pm
Food Truck: Taco Truck
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Food truck visit from Taco Truck at Pickett Brewing Company. Enjoy tacos and craft beer.
Fri, Nov 13· 10:00am-5:00pm
Winterfest Holiday Market
📍 Baltimore Clayworks
A curated marketplace featuring hand-crafted ceramics and gifts by Baltimore Clayworks resident, teaching, and associated artists, running through December 23 as part of the Winterfest celebration.
Sat, Nov 14· 11:00am
Baltimore Soul Food Festival
📍 PBR Baltimore
A day-long celebration of soul food, music, and community featuring soul food vendors, retail shops, R&B karaoke, and live entertainment at Power Plant Live!
Sat, Nov 14
Cottage-Core Holiday Market
📍 Joe's Mercantile
Storybook holiday market in downtown Havre de Grace, with more than a dozen makers selling handcrafted gifts, baked goods, lavender, books and witchy wares. Free entry, no tickets needed.
Sat, Nov 14· 11:00 AM
Holly Jolly Holiday Decorating Party
📍 Barnes & Noble - Ellicott City
Join Barnes & Noble for a holiday-themed story time and decorating party in their Kids Department.
Sat, Nov 14· 12:00 PM
LEGO Holiday Build Event
📍 Barnes & Noble - Ellicott City
A LEGO Holiday themed mini build event at Barnes & Noble where participants ages 10+ can build and take home a free LEGO kit.
Sat, Nov 14· Not specified
Photos with Santa
📍 The Mall in Columbia
Festive holiday photo opportunity with Santa at The Mall in Columbia.
Sat, Nov 14
Christmas Minis Photography
📍 Gaver Farm
Professional photography session event offering mini Christmas photos for families.
Sat, Nov 14· 10:00 AM
Dam Jam Festival
📍 Lake Roland Park
Enjoy a day of live music, local vendors and exhibitors, nature activities, animal encounters, archery, food trucks and more at Dam Jam Festival!
Sat, Nov 14· 7:00 PM
Baltimore Diwali Ball
📍 M&T Bank Exchange
Sat, Nov 14· 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
SANTASTIC Holiday Celebration
📍 White Marsh Mall
A family-friendly holiday celebration at White Marsh Mall featuring Santa, mascots, crafts, games, and entertainment.
Sat, Nov 14· 1:00pm-7:00pm
Food Truck: Captn Crabby
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Food truck visit from Captn Crabby at Pickett Brewing Company. Enjoy seafood and craft beer.
Sat, Nov 14· 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thanksgiving Craft
📍 Norrisville Library - Public Area Childrens
Drop-in Thanksgiving craft activity at Norrisville Library with all materials provided while supplies last.
Sun, Nov 15· 11:00 AM
Greater Goods Fall Market
📍 The Garage at R. House
Sun, Nov 15· 12:00pm
Mushroom City Festival
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
A festival celebrating mushrooms with educational exhibits, activities, and demonstrations for families.
Sun, Nov 15· 1:00pm-4:00pm
Sip & Shop
📍 Zen West
Fall holiday shopping event featuring local makers, creators, and small businesses with food, cocktails, and mocktails. Support local artisans while finding unique holiday gifts.
Sun, Nov 15· 12:00 PM
Alternative Christmas Market
📍 210 West Madison Street Baltimore Park Avenue entrance.
The annual Alternative Christmas Market generates monetary support for charities and social justice organizations through a festive, educational, non-commercial event. Patrons can meet representatives from the organizations and get more information about their work and make donations as Christmas gifts…
Sun, Nov 15· 11:00 AM
The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Timonium, MD (November 2026)
📍 Maryland State Fair Grounds
Sun, Nov 15· 1pm
BMORE Clothing Swap
📍 Village Learning Place
A clothing exchange event where participants swap gently used clothing items. An eco-friendly and fun family activity promoting sustainability.
Sun, Nov 15· 12:00pm-4:00pm
Food Truck: Red River Smokehouse
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Food truck visit from Red River Smokehouse at Pickett Brewing Company. Enjoy barbecue and craft beer.
Sun, Nov 15· 3:00pm-7:00pm
Shuk to the Core
📍 Har Sinai-Oheb Shalom
Israeli vendor fair featuring artisans and vendors primarily from communities in Israel's south and north most impacted by recent tourism challenges.
Sun, Nov 15· 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Indigenous Peoples Celebration at Irvine - Free Event
📍 Irvine Nature Center
A free celebration of Indigenous Peoples Month featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations of ancestral skills, and educational experiences at Irvine Nature Center's Native American Educational Site.
Mon, Nov 16· 11:30am-12:30pm
Community Lunch
📍 Brown Memorial Presbyterian
A community meal following the Sunday worship service, offering fellowship and food to all.
Wed, Nov 18· 5:00 PM
Inaugural Tree Lighting and Ornaments Aglow' Unveiling
📍 The Village of Cross Keys
THE VILLAGE OF CROSS KEYS IGNITES THE HOLIDAY MAGIC WITH ITS INAUGURAL TREE LIGHTING SPECTACULAR AND ‘ORNAMENTS AGLOW’ UNVEILING Giant Student-Designed Christmas Ornaments Designed to Benefit Local Nonprofits are Revealed in an Unmissable Night of Community SplendorBundle up in your…
Thu, Nov 19· 11:00am-9:00pm
&Pizza fundraiser to benefit 29SCC
📍 29th Street Community Center
Fundraiser event at &Pizza in Charles Village where proceeds benefit the 29th Street Community Center.
Thu, Nov 19· 10:30 AM
Tree Time: Leaves II
📍 Cylburn Arboretum
Join Cylburn Arboretum Friends for an autumn-themed program celebrating fall leaves through stories, crafts, and outdoor exploration.
Fri, Nov 20· 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Winter Basket Bingo
📍 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
A festive bingo event at the Maryland Zoo featuring over 20 prize baskets valued at $100+ with animal ambassador meet-and-greets.
Sat, Nov 21· Saturday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Krampus Yule Market & Toys for Tots Collection 2026
📍 2 Trading Pl, Dundalk
An alternative holiday market featuring 50+ vendors, free admission, and a Toys for Tots collection drive in Dundalk, Maryland.
Sat, Nov 21
Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum at Baltimore's Christmas Village
📍 Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum
The Poe House Gift Shop pop-up location at Baltimore's Christmas Village featuring Gothic gifts, Poe-inspired treasures, and exclusive jewelry from MicheleInk Designs. Shop for a cause and support the
Sat, Nov 21· 9am-10:30am
Mutual Aid Food Drive
📍 Bolton Street Synagogue
A community food drive event where families can contribute to and support neighbors in need.
Sat, Nov 21· 12:00 PM
Baltimore Travel Community: Christmas Village
📍 Maryland Travel Meetup 20s-40s
Come join the Maryland Travel group with a visit to Baltimore’s Christmas Village during preview weekend. The Christmas Village is celebrating it's 13th year in Inner Harbor and brings an authentic German Christmas market to Baltimore. There are over 55 vendors for ample shopping and festive favorites including Bratwurst, Raclette, and Glühwein. We will meet at the main pyramid with the event going from 12:00-2:00PM to allow for time to meet each other, explore the local and international vendor
Sat, Nov 21· 12:00pm
Mushroom City Festival
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
A community festival celebrating mushrooms and fungi with educational activities, demonstrations, and family-friendly entertainment.
Sat, Nov 21· 1:00 PM
Fall Fest Beats and Bingo
📍 Eazy Rentals Fun Factory
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