The holidays have arrived! Whether it’s a turkey trot or craft show, there’s a plethora of creative, fun, and inspirational events to get you in the holiday spirit. Gobble, gobble! Merry, Merry!
Anne Arundel County
56th Annual Holly Ball Nov. 22, 2019 6:00 p.m. at Westin Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis This annual black tie-optional event raises money for a nonprofit in the community. The proceeds from this year’s Holly Ball will benefit Anne Arundel County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Enjoy dinner, live music by Oracle, dancing, and a silent auction featuring items donated by local merchants and residents. American Indian Heritage Day Nov. 22, 2019 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Historic London Town and Gardens, Edgewater The Cedarville Band of Piscataway Indians returns to London Town for our annual celebration of native peoples in Maryland. Skip Black Friday and join in a dance, talk with an elder, and enjoy the state holiday alongside the Piscataway. Designer Purse Bingo Nov. 22, 2019 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Severn Elks Lodge, Severn Please join us for an evening of Bingo, Specials, Raffles, Food and Support for RISE for Autism and families affected by Autism. Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Nov. 23, 2019 10:00 a.m. at The Byzantium Event Center, Annapolis Head to the Byzantium for the Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair benefiting Johns Hopkins pediatric brain tumor research. Get a head start on your holiday shopping while enjoying great food, door prizes, and more. Bring the kids to visit with Santa! Lights and Leashes Nov. 23, 2019 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis For one night only animal lovers are invited to bring their dog and walk through the Lights on the Bay light show.
Eastern Shore
Classic Albums Live: The Doors - LA Woman Nov. 22, 2019 8:00 p.m. at Avalon Theatre, Easton Classic Albums Live returns to the Avalon with another round of live stage reproductions of three landmark rock albums that continue to stand the test of time. Turkey Trot Nov. 23, 2019 8:00 a.m. at Denton Elementary School, Denton Join us November 23 rain or shine for our 34th Annual Turkey Trot fun run, walk, or jog! This event is a 2-mile walk, run, or jog for all ages from Denton Elementary School to Martinak State Park and back, includes free gifts to the first 100 registrants, and everyone is entered in the free turkey raffle. Registration check-in begins at 8 a.m. and the race begins at 9:00 a.m. Other events include Turkey Dinner Relay, games, crafts, and refreshments. Flyers are available on our website and our office. For more information, call Recreation & Parks at 410-479-8120.
Regional
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Nov. 21, 2019, 7:30 p.m. at Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) The multi-platinum, critically-acclaimed progressive rock group today announced its highly-anticipated Winter Tour 2019. Returning with all-new staging and effects is the unforgettable show that started it all, “Christmas Eve and Other Stories.” TSO’s show that started small, performed to 12,000 people in five cities in 1999, which then exploded onto the national scene, eventually playing to 9 million fans over the course of an incredible 12 years (through 2011). Winterfest of Lights Nov. 21, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at Northside Park, Ocean City Explore a magical land of spectacular lights during Ocean City’s Winterfest of Lights. Board the Winterfest Express and embark on a mile-long journey accompanied by festive music. After your ride, visit the Winterfest Village and warm up with some hot chocolate and take a photo with Santa. Enchant Christmas Nov. 22, 2019 4:30 p.m. at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C. Enchant Christmas boasts five completely different and custom-designed light maze experiences, each individually based on Enchant-produced original stories that chronicle the beloved, yet mischievous elf, Eddie, whose Christmas adventures drive the physical maze experiences. The story coming to DC this holiday season, entitled “The Great Search,” follows the tale of the disappearance of Santa’s reindeer just before Christmas Eve. As guests of Enchant, your charge is to search the 90,000 square foot light maze for all nine of Santa’s reindeer. Throughout the entire experience, guests will be captivated by truly larger-than-life light displays, children will revel in the magic, all the while surrounded by falling snow, hot cocoa in hand, with holiday music spreading the holiday spirit from start to finish. Discover the adventure! Washington National Opera: The Magic Flute Nov. 23, 2019 7:00 p.m. at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. Mozart meets Maurice Sendak and a little magic! This enchanting quest for love and truth features a whimsical production designed by author/illustrator Maurice Sendak.
