Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Local Baltimore Events
December 10, 2021Happy holidays, Liberty Residents! The holidays are the perfect chance to spend time with loved ones, celebrate all of the blessings in our lives, and take in the seasonal sights. So, let’s get into the spirit of the season with festive events and happenings around Baltimore City.
Holiday Markets
Support local makers and get something for everyone on your list at a holiday market!
12+ local artisans will be selling their creations at the Canton Holiday Market on December 11th from 10am-3pm. This event is part of the Canton Day of Giving, so it’s a fantastic opportunity to give back and show our city some love.
Multitaskers will delight in the Sip & Shop event at Don’t Know Tavern in Federal Hill on December 11th. Shop from local vendors, then unwind with some food and drinks––holiday shopping can be stressful, after all.
Sobotanical’s Holiday Bazaar is sure to spark some holiday cheer. In addition to amazing local vendors like Jinji’s Chocolates and handcrafted jewelry from Gina Tackett, they’ll have hot mulled wine around toasty fire pits for a cozy ambiance.
Visitors from near and far gather in Inner Harbor each year for this beautiful Christmas market. More than 50 local small businesses, makers, and international vendors will be selling great gifts. Even if you’re already done with your holiday shopping, you might still want to swing by for the gorgeous light display and holiday scenery.
See Santa
Baltimore’s pretty far from the North Pole, but Santa is making the trip for some crab cakes!
On December 17th, Santa will be making his way through Riverside. Stop by the neighborhood to wave hi and reconnect with the wonder of the season.
Santa’s Southeast Neighborhood Ride
The following day, Santa will ride through Highlandtown, Canton, and Brewer’s Hill, thanks to the Baltimore City Fire Department.
Go Caroling
You don’t need to be a pitch-perfect singer to enjoy caroling, just bring enthusiasm!
51st Annual East Baltimore Christmas Caroling
On Thursday, December 23rd, join the Polish Home Club for caroling around East Baltimore. It’s a long-standing tradition in Fell’s Point; this is the 51st year that carolers will be spreading joy around the neighborhood.
Christmas Caroling in Riverside
You can also get your caroling fix in Riverside on December 17th from 5:30-7pm. After the carols, warm up with some hot chocolate and cookies at the Riverside Gazebo.
Be Entertained
Partake in some festive fun with your friends and family at one of these unique events.
Ring in the Holidays at the Senator
Classic holiday film “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be showing at the Senator theatre in Belvedere on December 18th and 19th. Tickets to the film are free, but visitors are encouraged to support their food drive with $5 worth of nonperishable food items.
Die Hard fans, are you team Christmas movie or not? No matter which side you take, you can still enjoy the film during an Interactive Movie Night at the Creative Alliance in Highlandtown on December 10th.
Monument City Brewing Co will be transformed into a winter wonderland on December 11th, complete with holiday classics performed by The Punk Cellist. Doors open at 8pm, but be sure to purchase your tickets in advance.
One of the best parts about the holiday season? Indulging in sweet treats! Join the 36th annual Cookie Tour in Union Square on December 12th to tour the neighborhood and take in the beautiful architecture (and enjoy some cookies).
Drink it Up
Get into the holiday spirit with some spirits at one of these parties.
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Winter Fest at Max’s in Fell’s Point. They’ll have over 10 seasonal brews on tap ready for you to try, including Southern Tier’s Frosted Sugar Cookie and Down East’s Winter Blend.
Holiday Craft Your Own Cocktails Class
Bring out your inner mixologist at this Craft Your Own Cocktails class in Port Covington on December 15th! You’ll learn how to make a Sagamore Pear Sour and Gingerbread Eggnog––and don’t forget your ugly sweater.
From December 17th-24th, head to the Five and Dime Ale House in Hampden for a nightly holiday party. They’ll have holiday cocktails, ugly sweater contests, and plenty of merriment.
On December 11th, you can ride in “Santa’s sleigh” for an exclusive tour of breweries around the city including Sagamore Spirit Distillery and Guinness Open Gate Brewery. Be sure to reserve your seat in advance, because there’s only so much room in the sleigh!
Jingle all the way across Fells Point with this jolly bar crawl on December 18th. Your ticket includes a refillable signature Santa mug, cover-free access to some great bars, exclusive drinks & food deals.
Dazzling Displays
These holiday light shows are lighting up the winter skies with these bright and merry light displays.
On Hampden’s most festive block, one string of lights across the roof doesn’t cut it. Each year, residents of 34th street set up incredible, elaborate holiday lights displays along the row of homes to dazzle visitors. It’s the 73rd year of this annual tradition!
Another light show occurs annually at the Maryland Zoo, featuring wildlife-inspired displays. Head to the zoo from 5-8pm Wednesdays-Sundays between Fri., Nov. 19 - Sun., Jan. 2 to see the lights!
Ongoing Holiday Events
Check out these ongoing events throughout the holiday season.
Head downtown for a jaw-dropping display of larger-than-life installations, including 24-foot tall ice cream cones, candy forests, and of course plenty of Instagram-worthy backdrops. The event will be held Wednesdays-Sundays from now until December 23rd.
Don’t be a Scrooge––support a live performance of A Christmas Carol downtown throughout December. But, it’s not the same old play you’ve seen countless times before: this version has a Charm City Twist you don’t want to miss.
The Four Seasons in Harbor East is the destination for wintry activities this December. Each weekend, visitors can enjoy an ice skating rink, cozy private cabanas, and gourmet seasonal snacks.
We hope this holiday event guide has helped you fill your calendar with festivities. Enjoy the holiday season, Liberty residents! Be sure to tag us in your photos on Instagram at @LibertyHarborEast.