UNDER $2500
UNDER $2500 Benefit Exhibition and Sale:
Friday, November 21 | 6 to 10 p.m. | Tickets $40
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Christmas Village in Baltimore returns to the Inner Harbor for its 12th season. From November 22 to December 24, 2025, the waterfront along the Baltimore Visitor Center through the Maryland Science Center will transform into a magical winter wonderland, bringing over 65+ local and international vendors with unique holiday giftware. They will be located both inside the huge heated festival tent and along the waterfront promenade in traditional wooden booths with a great view over the wintry Inner Harbor and West Shore Park.
Tree Lighting Ceremony at Christmas Village in Baltimore
When?
November 22nd, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM - 5 PM
This corner of Highlandtown is reserved for comedy. From first beat to last laugh — improv made for you at The Highwire Center. Here’s our lineup:
Chronic Pain: We all have some kind of pain in our lives – real physical pain, or even if someone you know is just a pain in the butt. We take that and make it funny.
Take flight with a program that celebrates music’s winged inspirations. This concert brings the natural world to life through sound. This imaginative program, which demonstrates that many composers have found inspiration in the skies, is a perfect way to spend an evening.
Weekend vibes = improv energy. Highwire Improv turns your weekend into a comedy adventure. Here’s our lineup:
Big Worm: Big Worm is a Baltimore-based indie improv team. Their show is a fast, fresh, character-driven montage!
Intrusive Thotties: The crowd picks a celebrity and Intrusive Thotties predicts their death through improv.
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Are you ready to laugh until your face hurts? Be part of the comedy — it only happens once. Here’s our lineup:
Toes!: We all got ‘em! Come and see ours do improv!
Improvised Thanksgiving Parade: A new annual tradition where anything and everything can happen as our hosts experience each new act in real time.
Grab your tickets today!
Are you ready to laugh until your face hurts? Be part of the comedy — it only happens once. Here’s our lineup:
Toes!: We all got ‘em! Come and see ours do improv!
Improvised Thanksgiving Parade: A new annual tradition where anything and everything can happen as our hosts experience each new act in real time.
Grab your tickets today!
A joint concert by Deer Creek Chorale and Deer Creek Youth Choir featuring the 50th anniversary of John Rutter's work which highlights settings of texts by Shakespeare, Thomas Campion and others from the 14th and 15th centuries. The concert will conclude with two favorites from the winter season.
Tickets:
$25 - Adult
$20 - Senior (62+)
$10 - Student (6-21)
FREE - 5 and under
Get your tickets early!
Ticket will be an additional $5/ticket at the door.
Bach's greatest masterpiece presented by the all-professional chorus of Bach in Baltimore, T. Herbert Dimmock, music director and conductor. The chorus will be accompanied by the Bach in Baltimore Orchestra, Baltimore's Baroque specialists.
Holiday Festival of Trains
Nov 24-26, 30; December 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-23, 26-31
$18-$28 I Free for Members
Celebrate a month of holiday magic at the B&O Railroad Museum! Enjoy magical model train displays, festive train rides with reindeer antlers and treats, holiday crafts, photos with Santa, and so much more! Fun for all ages. Please check our website for the dates and times of all offerings.
Holiday Festival of Trains
Nov 24-26, 30; December 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-23, 26-31
$18-$28 I Free for Members
Celebrate a month of holiday magic at the B&O Railroad Museum! Enjoy magical model train displays, festive train rides with reindeer antlers and treats, holiday crafts, photos with Santa, and so much more! Fun for all ages. Please check our website for the dates and times of all offerings.
Visit Port Discovery during Thanksgiving Break to continue the Fall fun even when schools out! Featuring hands-on experiences, our newest interactive exhibits - Galactic Builder & SKIES, as well as learning designed to spark imagination, creativity, and curiousity.
Learn more about activities and programs for Thanksgiving Break at www.PortDiscovery.org!
The Hue of Haints: Collective Memory and Cultural Resistance with Charlotte Gaillet, Curatorial Assistant in the American Painting & Sculpture/Decorative Arts department at the Baltimore Museum of Art
Whether you’re starting a family tradition, planning a festive date night, or celebrating with friends, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride brings the spirit of Christmas to life—for all who believe. Your adventure includes live performances, hot chocolate and a sugar cookie, a special moment with Santa presenting the First Gift of Christmas, and continued magic at the North Pole with holiday crafts, cozy s’mores, and festive shopping. ---
Tickets: $50-120 at http://borail.events/PEX25
901 W. Pratt St. Baltimore, MD, 21223
Throughout the weekend, Festival-goers can expect to see more than 800 decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses designed by area businesses, community groups, schools and individuals. They are truly a forest of creative expression, often referencing trends from the current year, like popular songs, movies or personalities. Attendees can expect to see lots of lights, handcrafted ornaments, and elaborate tree skirts as well.
Santa at the Visitor Center
When?
November 28th - December 23rd, 2025
Starting the day after Thanksgiving, Santa will make his home at the Baltimore Visitor Center, welcoming families for photos and holiday cheer. Visits will be available Wednesdays through Sundays either by walk-in or by reserving a time online through the booking link on the Christmas Village website under the Events section.
Join Craig Alston & Friends at An die Musik Live for a first-time Thanksgiving Celebration by these finest of Baltimore musicians! Two shows at 7:30 and 9!
Craig Alston, saxophones
Tim Green, saxophones
Alan Blackman, piano
Obasi Akoto, bass
Dana Hawkins, drums
In-person seats: $25 / $10 students
Attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active through Dec. 5
Donations welcome!
BAH HUMBUG
A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Mostly) Improvised!
By MidAtlantic Improv
November 28 – 30
It’s the Holiday Season, and that can mean only one thing . . . it’s time to Choose Your Own Scrooge with BAH HUMBUG: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Mostly) Improvised!
Join us for the annual Holiday Open Studios at the historic Mill Centre in Hampden on Saturday, November 29, from 12 to 5 PM! Explore 15 or more unique artist studios showcasing one-of-a-kind gifts, including jewelry, fiber art, original paintings, sculpture, and more. Conveniently located just six blocks south of The Avenue at the intersection of Darby Street and Mill Road, our venue offers ample free parking. Don’t miss this opportunity to shop small and support local artists this holiday season!