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BALTIMORE -- There are plenty of ways to get in the holiday spirit as the Baltimore area kicks off its winter festivities. Whether you're looking for light displays, delicious food or an experience for the whole family, you are sure to find something that suits your needs.

German Christmas Village in Baltimore | Nov. 23 - Dec. 24 

German Christmas Village in Baltimore has returned to the Inner Harbor from November 23 to December 24.  With over 60 vendors, a carousel, a Ferris wheel, a beer garden, and more - it's a staple among Baltimore's holiday festivities. The festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Fridays through Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Charm City Lights | Nov. 30 - Jan. 1  5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Charm City Lights at Druid Hill Park has returned for the second year in a row. With more than 250,000 lights illuminating a mile-long path, it's the perfect quick but impressive lights display. 

Merriweather District's Annual Holiday Market, Columbia, MD | Dec. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. 

Visit Color Burst Park in Columbia for a three-day holiday market that features local vendors. In addition to shopping, visitors can enjoy live music, cocktails, and other fun activities. 

2024 Christmas on the Square & Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Leonardtown, MD | Nov. 29 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Kicking at 4:30 p.m. on November 29, the 2024 Christmas on the Square & Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Leanordtown brings plenty of festivities. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, sleigh and firetruck rides, balloon art, food and more.  

National Harbor Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show | Nov. 15 - Dec. 28

More than two million holiday lights will decorate the National Harbor for its National Harbor Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show from November 15 through December 28. 

The National Harbor Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show Series starts on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 and continues every Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on American Way. Visitors can enjoy new arts and craft vendors each week. Goods include clothing, jewelry, candles, and more.       

The Gaylord National will also welcome back its popular ICE! attraction, which runs from November 15 through December 28. This year visitors can enjoy an immersive, life-like, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" experience. 

This list will continue to be updated with holiday events.