Let There be Lights!

November 20

29th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at The Avenue
Kick off the holiday season with live music, a tree lighting and “Skate with Santa” at the ice-skating rink.

November 27

Hunt Valley Towne Centre Tree Lighting
A spectacular tree lighting ceremony featuring caroling, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa.

Date TBD

Maryland Aerospace Heritage Center Tree Lighting
A new tradition at the Maryland Aerospace Heritage Center!

November 28

Catonsville Tree Lighting
Enjoy Live music, hot chocolate and cookies then visit Santa right in his house outside of the Catonsville Fire House.

November 28

Middle River Lighted Boat Parade
Come kick off the holidays Middle River style with the Mid-Atlantic’s largest lighted boat parade.

December 1 – 22

County Lights & Winter Nights Holiday Trolley Tour
A new Baltimore County holiday experience presented by the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce! Board a festive trolley for a planned route through neighborhoods filled with holiday decor, with stops in Pikesville, Owings Mills and Upperco.

December 3 – 30

Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular
Drive through a spectacular light display at the Maryland State Fairgrounds.

Date TBD

Foundry Row Tree Lighting Ceremony
Enjoy Meet up on ‘Main Street’ to kick off the holiday season with live performances and a special message from Santa.

December 4

Towson Christmas Tree Lighting
Gather at Towson’s main street for the annual Christmas tree lighting and seasonal fun.

December 5

Essex Community Tree Lighting
The annual Essex Community Tree Lighting will take place at the Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River! This is a free, fun family event with Santa, the Grinch, fire trucks, a DJ, gifts for kids and more.

December 6

5th Annual Menorah Lighting at The Avenue
Celebrate Hanukkah with a festive Menorah lighting ceremony.