EVENTS: October-December October 9–10 Good Beer Festival Pemberton Historical Park 5561 Plantation Ln, Salisbury Wicomico County www.goodbeerfestival.org October 31 OysterFest Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 213 North Talbot St, St. Michaels Talbot County www.cbmm.org November-January 2021 Christmas on the Potomac & ICE! Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center 201 Waterfront St, National Harbor Prince George’s County www.ChristmasOnThePotomac.com 301-965-4000 December 7–8 Charles County Holiday Trail Historical sites and arts venues Countywide, Charles County www.charlescountymd.gov/calendar/ charles-county-holiday-trail-6 301-259-2500 Taste from more than 100 American craft brews at the Eastern Shore’s largest craft beer festival. $ October 10 FallFest Rock Hall Townwide, Rock Hall, Kent County www.kentcounty.com/events/annual/ 34-rock-hall-fall-fest Features oysters served a variety of ways, along with other local fare, craft beer and spirits. Other festivities include live music on two stages, scenic river cruises aboard Winnie Estelle , an oyster stew competition, Chesapeake Bay retriever demonstrations, children’s activities and more. Must-see holiday attraction and award-winning celebration with gingerbread decorating, ice skating, workshops and ICE sculpture event. d $ c November 7 American Indian Heritage Day Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Rd, St. Leonard Calvert County https://jefpat.maryland.gov/pages/events/ annual-events.aspx November 21-January 3, 2021 Holiday in the Park Rock Hall pays homage to the almighty oyster by inviting guests to savor oyster stew and fried oysters while browsing dozens of artisan and craft booths. The festival highlights a variety of live music performances, children’s activities and opportunities to explore beautiful Rock Hall. For more information visit our website. Nanticoke River Jamboree Visit our recreated Native American village for a day filled with activities. Celebrate Native American achievements and learn about history. d Six Flags America 13710 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro Prince George’s County www.six ags.com/america/special-events/ holiday-in-the-park 301-249-1500 Charles County’s holiday tradition continues with the Annual Charles County Holiday Trail. This event features Charles County’s leading historical sites and art venues. Step back in time for a historical Christmas, listen to carolers in period appropriate clothing, purchase goods from various local vendors or just enjoy local art. Dates and times vary by the site. December 11–13 Christmas in St. Michaels Citywide Throughout town, St. Michaels Talbot County https://christmasinstmichaels.org Handsell 4837 Indiantown Rd, North of Vienna Dorchester County https://nanticokeriverjamboree.com November 13–15 Waterfowl Festival Citywide Harrison St, Easton, Talbot County waterfowlfestival.org Winter spectacular featuring lights, sights and sounds, holiday entertainment, seasonal treats, visits with Santa and popular theme park rides. December TBA Brookside Gardens Garden of Lights Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton Montgomery County www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/brookside-gardens/garden-of-lights 301-962-1453 A three-day holiday gala featuring a hometown parade, crafts marketplace, tour of homes and visits with Santa. Kris Kringle Market The county’s largest living history event, the Jamboree celebrates the history, culture and natural wonders of the Nanticoke River. October 10–11 Catoctin Colorfest Thurmont Community Park 21 Frederick Rd, Thurmont Frederick County www.visitfrederick.org/events/ catoctin-colorfest 301-271-7533 World-class wildlife art and sportsman’s expo that celebrates the Eastern Shore lifestyle and honors a commitment to conservation. Charles County Fairgrounds 8440 Fairgrounds Rd, La Plata Charles County www.charlescountyfair.com/kriskringle 301-643-9158 November 19–December 31 Winterfest of Lights Northside Park 125th St, Bayside, Ocean City https://ococean.com/events/all-events Step into a magical winter wonderland illuminated with more than one million dazzling colorful lights shaped into hand-crafted, original art forms of flowers, animals and other natural elements. Modeled after the famous Christmas markets in Germany, this three-day event at the fairgrounds offers festive lights and music, fresh greens, holiday food, handmade crafts from local artists and crafters, activities for children, shopping and much more. d Local art, jewelry, crafts and a variety of delicious food are just a few of the fun things you will find at this annual event! Catoctin Colorfest, located in Thurmont, is one of the largest outdoor craft shows on the East Coast and is held as the area’s vibrant leaves are changing. More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout your favorite beach resort. Hundreds of animated, lighted displays. $ Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade December 26 Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship Downtown Frederick 19 E Church St, Frederick, Frederick County www.visitfrederick.org/events/annual-events/historic-houses-of-worship 301-600-4047 November 21–22 Valley Craft Network Studio Tour Middletown and Pleasant Valley areas Towns along South Mountain including Rohrersville, Keedysville, Boonsboro, Gapland, Weverton and others Washington County valleycraftnetwork.org 301-432-0281 Annapolis Harbor and Spa Creek above the Spa Creek Bridge Eastport, Anne Arundel County www.eastportyc.org/lights-parade October 17 Fall Harvest Celebration Carroll County Farm Museum 500 S Center St, Westminster, Carroll County www.carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org 1-800-654-4645 Scarecrow making, wagon rides, apple butter making, country food, crafts, entertainment, old-fashioned games and farmhouse tours. d $ See ad on page 53. October 17–18 Autumn Wine Festival Pemberton Historical Park 5561 Plantation Ln, Salisbury Wicomico County www.autumnwinefestival.org This annual event always takes place the Saturday and Sunday before Thanksgiving. Currently there are 16 fine artists and craftspeople in our Network. During the Tour weekend we invite you to stop by our studios and showrooms for an up-close view of our creative process. A printable brochure and map of the VCN Tour is available on our website. Magic happens on the water of the Annapolis Harbor as boats suddenly appear out of the cold winter night illuminated with thousands of colored lights and crewed by jolly revelers. Families and friends gather at their favorite viewing spots along the waterfront to see this yearly spectacle and to celebrate the holiday season together. The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade is one of Annapolis’ signature events and we invite you to join us as a participant. This special open house celebrates Frederick’s tradition of religious diversity, local history and the holiday season. This is Frederick’s most popular church tour and is a great opportunity to step inside some of its most beautiful buildings. d December 26–31 Governor’s Challenge Wicomico Youth & Civic Center 500 Glen Ave, Salisbury, Wicomico County www.govchallenge.org Military Bowl November–December Holidays in Baltimore Inner Harbor Ice Rink & German Christmas Village, Miracle on 34th St, Mayor’s Parade in Hampden, B&O Railroad Events, Fells Point Olde Tyme Christmas, and dozens more events Citywide throughout Baltimore, Baltimore City https://baltimore.org/ultimate-guide/ holiday-events Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium 550 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis Anne Arundel County www.visitannapolis.org/events/annual/ military-bowl The Military Bowl ® presented by Northrop Grumman will match a team from the American Atlantic Conference (AAC) against a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Explore Maryland wine from one picturesque location on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Held in partnership with the Maryland Wineries Association. $ December 5 Antietam National Battle eld Memorial Illumination Antietam National Battlefield Entrance off Rt 34, Sharpsburg Washington County www.nps.gov/anti 301-733-7373 The Governor’s Challenge basketball tournament has grown to be the largest holiday basketball tournament in the country. In its 40th year, the Governor’s Challenge will bring 120 teams to the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center and surrounding high schools in Salisbury in December 2020. d $ December 31 Krumpe’s Donut Drop Public Square Downtown Hagerstown 10 Public Square, Hagerstown Washington County http://krumpesdonuts.com/event/ krumpes-donut-drop U.S. Oyster Festival St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds 42455 Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown St. Mary’s County https://usoysterfest.com 301-863-5015 Celebrate the opening of the Chesapeake Bay’s oyster season while enjoying the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championships & National Oyster Cook-Off. d $ There’s no better place to celebrate the magical holiday season than in Baltimore. Get in the spirit with the impressive display at Miracle on 34th Street where an entire block of houses is covered in lights and baubles, twirl past beautiful waterfront views at the outdoor Inner Harbor Ice Rink, complete your gift shopping at the authentic German Christmas Village and so much more! More than 23,000 candles on the battlefield representing casualties from the bloodiest single-day battle in American history. d Ring in the New Year at 7PM (it’s midnight somewhere!). Get free hot chocolate, a world-famous Krumpe’s donut, and definitely bring the kids—there is even a play area for them! 54 ✥ VISITMARYLAND.ORG | 1-877-209-5883
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