The game we’ve all been waiting for! The Army and Navy teams will be facing off at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, December 13th at 3pm. Join in on all the game day fun at the stadium and on the waterfront.

Unleash your creativity as you learn about sea glass and craft your own piece of sea glass art. In this 2.5-hour workshop for ages 8+, you will first discover how the ocean forms sea glass and then work with hot glue to craft a wreath of glass, seashells, and starfish.

Join the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and bring in the season of Christmas and Kwanzaa with soulful melodies and a little holiday funk. The  Baltimore Center Stage will  present sample tunes from  Santa Claus Is Comin’, a dazzling, family-friendly musical concert celebration by Nygel D. Robinson.  Enjoy live Christmas  music classics from Motown & More and presentations from Dance Baltimore Repertory Ensemble to include a tribute to Paul “Fat Daddy” Johnson’s “Fat Daddy Christmas.”   Experience a storytelling and funky drumming re-interpretation of the Little Drummer Boy song along with the Nativity Story  by  Mama Deborah Pierce Fakunle and Dr. David O. Fakunle.  Children and families will be able to meet and take photos with  Black Santa and participate in a holiday craft project with crafter Sallah Jenkins.

Celebrate the principles of Kwanzaa for all ages with Culture Queen followed by African drumming and dancing withNyame Nti Cultural Healing Arts Therapy, Inc. (N-CHAT). Finally, explore the Kwanzaa principle Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics ) with Francis Formen of Black Commerce Maryland and Cluster Consulting.  He, along with several local Black business owners will discuss how this principle strengthens communities by keeping dollars circulating, lowering costs, and building collective power.

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Join museum educators, toddlers, and their families as we play and learn about one of toddler’s favorite topics: food! Explore how to engage young helpers during meal preparations.

Sit back, relax, and let the sounds of Pink Floyd’s legendary album, The Dark Side of the Moon, carry you off on a journey to the far-reaches of the cosmos. Music Under the Dome is an immersive planetarium experience featuring in-house curated imagery set to a music playlist. Each show is uniquely developed to compliment the soundtrack, and is only available at the Maryland Science Center.

Get ready to glow! Join us at The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court for our Annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5pm-8pm — where the lights twinkle, the music sparkles, and holiday cheer shines brightly!

RSVP by December 5th to save your Royal spot, as space—and sparkle—are limited!

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you.

Earn your Beer Diploma at Christmas Village in Baltimore! Every Wednesday, M8 Beer hosts guided tastings - meet the brewer, explore M8 Beer classics and and learn more about their brewing techniques, and graduate with your Beer Diploma. 

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Step into the holiday season in your best kicks and your flyest fit! Make protecting Black history one of your reasons for the season and join us for an Insanely Dope evening of Black art, music and culture! 

Guests will be immersed in the soulful vocals of Davon Fleming, the dynamic sounds of DJ Infame, and the engaging energy of host Tiara LaNiece as she guides us through an unforgettable evening. The creative spirit of the night continues with live art by Reginald A. Lewis of Insanely Dope Designs, offering an interactive experience that brings artistry to life! Local food trucks will be on site serving a variety of flavorful dishes, adding to the festive atmosphere.

More than an evening of entertainment, this event is a cultural celebration created by our community, for our community.

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Earn your Beer Diploma at Christmas Village in Baltimore! Every Wednesday, M8 Beer hosts guided tastings - meet the brewer, explore M8 Beer classics and and learn more about their brewing techniques, and graduate with your Beer Diploma. 

Kick off the holiday season with an enchanting evening at Power Plant Live’s Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Ceremony! Join us as they transform their space into a winter wonderland with local vendors offering unique holiday gifts and seasonal delights. Stroll through the market, sip on warm drinks, and enjoy light bites as you explore a variety of artisanal offerings.

The Miracle Market opens at 2PM and ends at 6PM and the tree lighting kicks off at 5PM

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Join us at the Inner Harbor for the arrival of the official Christkind from Nuremberg, as she docks aboard City Cruises' ship "Spirit of Baltimore" at 3:30pm. The Opening Ceremony will follow inside our cozy, heated tent, beginning at 4pm.

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Join Five O’clock Co at Harborplace every Saturday to celebrate local makers, creators and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Five O’Clock Co., and Our Harbor Place Small Business Saturdays brings together a vibrant pop-up marketplace featuring over 30 independent businesses, live music, food vendors, and unique one-of-a-kind finds. It’s the perfect way to support Baltimore talent, shop small, and enjoy a lively weekend atmosphere. 

BAZAART is back!

AVAM’s annual holiday marketplace of original creations by 50 regional artists and craftspeople.

With works ranging from painting to sculpture to jewelry to handmade clothing and accessories, BAZAART has become a Baltimore tradition attracting hoards of holiday shoppers each year to AVAM for this one-of-a-kind show!

New this season, Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated vessel and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. Guests can sip hot cocoa while enjoying the waterfront view of Baltimore’s Christmas Village, beautifully aglow for the season. With Santa’s helpers on board spreading merriment, the Christmas Express is the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

BAZAART is back!

AVAM’s annual holiday marketplace of original creations by 50 regional artists and craftspeople.

With works ranging from painting to sculpture to jewelry to handmade clothing and accessories, BAZAART has become a Baltimore tradition attracting hoards of holiday shoppers each year to AVAM for this one-of-a-kind show!

Experience the magic of the holiday season as we light up our 26ft tree at Rash Field Park! Join us for a sparkling afternoon of festive joy with a special performance by the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Chorus!

Join the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for an artist conversation on its latest art installation, “Taste of Legacy” with mixed media artist Reginald A. Lewis, of Insanely Dope Designs and MICA Faculty Staff Rhea Beckett. “Taste of Legacy” is a vibrant tribute to African American heritage, resilience, and creativity. Reginald will discuss his journey to becoming  a self-taught artist and muralist who uses his art to “speak to the history and legacy of African American culture.” 

Get ready to ride, give, and celebrate! Bikemore’s eleventh-annual Cranksgiving returns to Baltimore on Saturday, November 22, promising a high-energy mix of cycling, charity and community. This unique alley-cat style food drive will send hundreds of riders across the city on a scavenger hunt with a purpose: filling the shelves of the Franciscan Center and Moveable Feast food pantries.

This November, AVAM is celebrating 30 years of visionary art, bright ideas, and unforgettable moments. From the Pet Parade to the Kinetic Sculpture Race to unique exhibitions, the AVAM wants you to be part of their ongoing story, honoring the past and toasting to the future!

Come by for a full day of shiny happy visionary fun: guided tours, art-making, birthday cake, artist meet-and-greets and other quirky surprises, offering amusement for all ages.

All featured programs are free with museum admission—purchase your tickets now or become a member to get in for free!  RSVP today.

Rocket off to MSC for a grown-ups only space adventure!Be our test pilot and sample pieces of our new exhibit, Space, presented by Northrop Grumman, kid-free. Plus, we’re packing the night with out-of-this-world themed party games and hands-on science encounters.

Join us on Friday, November 21st, for an incredible night supporting Women Who Rock & Magee-Womens Research Institute!

Create your very own stained glass rocket ship in this 3-hour workshop designed for ages 8+. Learn how to use copper foiling techniques and a soldering iron to piece together segments of glass. This workshop is the perfect opportunity for anyone curious about the art of stained glass or interested in developing soldering skills.