Get a snapshot of the festive season in Glen Burnie. Our guide covers all the essential holiday activities. For Glen Burnie residents and visitors, this guide unlocks the best of the holiday season.
Popular events during this time include the Symphony of Lights at Merriweather Post Pavilion, where colorful light displays draw families together for a delightful evening. Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park showcases stunning holiday-themed light sculptures along the scenic waterfront. And the Bel Air Winter Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a charming outdoor market and festive activities for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Glen Burnie
- Symphony of Lights at Merriweather Post Pavilion (Columbia)
- Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park (Annapolis)
- Bel Air Winter Wonderland (Bel Air)
- Bel Air Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Celebration (Bel Air)
- Jeff's Christmas Light Show Spectacular (Linthicum Heights)
- Glen Burnie Gingerbread Festival
- Christmas in New Market (New Market)
- Santa Pancake Breakfast at Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company (Pasadena)
- Cocoa, Crafts, and Carols with Santa (Severna Park)
- Cookies & Cocoa with Santa at Severna Park Community Center (Severna Park)
See these and even more events listed below!
Glen Burnie Holiday Light Displays
Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park
What to Expect:
Animated and stationary light displays along the Chesapeake Bay shore.
Description:
Drive through a scenic two-mile illuminated display along the Chesapeake Bay shore featuring over 70 animated and stationary light displays. This holiday light show is sponsored by the SPCA of Anne Arundel County and offers 3D-enabled displays and holiday music on 97.1 FM.
Where: Annapolis | More Info: Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park
Jeff's Christmas Light Show Spectacular
What to Expect:
Extensive use of projectors and snow machines in a walk-through light display.
Description:
Jeff's Christmas Light Show Spectacular is a spectacular display of over 100,000 individual lights, featuring a 15-minute show with projectors, lasers, and snow machines, set in a walk-through experience around a house in Linthicum Heights, Maryland.
Where: Linthicum Heights | More Info: Jeff's Christmas Light Show Spectacular
Symphony of Lights at Merriweather Post Pavilion
What to Expect:
Dazzling display of over 300,000 lights.
Description:
Merriweather Symphony of Lights is a dazzling display of over 300,000 lights at historic Merriweather Post Pavilion, featuring larger-than-life animated and stationary holiday light creations.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Symphony of Lights at Merriweather Post Pavilion
Bel Air Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday lights and live entertainment along Main Street.
Description:
Downtown Bel Air transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with thousands of warm lights, live musical performances, carolers, and extended shopping hours.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Bel Air Winter Wonderland
Glen Burnie Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Cocoa, Crafts, and Carols with Santa
What to Expect:
Santa's Elf Workshop and festive photo booth.
Description:
Join Santa for a holiday celebration featuring cocoa, crafts, and carols in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Severna Park | More Info: Cocoa, Crafts, and Carols with Santa
Glen Burnie Other Holiday Activities
Glen Burnie Gingerbread Festival
What to Expect:
Interactive gingerbread-themed activities for families.
Description:
The Glen Burnie Gingerbread Festival is a 3-day public event featuring a Gingerbread House Contest, Kids Crafts, Holiday Shop, Scavenger Hunt, and more. It offers a fun and interactive experience for all ages.
Where: Glen Burnie | More Info: Glen Burnie Gingerbread Festival
Christmas in New Market
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebrations with local shopping and traditions.
Description:
Christmas in New Market features holiday activities, shopping, and community events that celebrate the season with local charm and traditions.
Where: New Market | More Info: Christmas in New Market
Bel Air Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Celebration
What to Expect:
Miniature horses dressed as reindeer lead the official entrance.
Description:
The 34th Annual Bel Air Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Celebration features a festive parade down Main Street, holiday music at Shamrock Park, a bonfire, hot chocolate, and food vendors. The event culminates with a tree lighting ceremony, showcasing bands, floats, performers, costumed characters, and animals.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Bel Air Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Celebration
Santa Pancake Breakfast at Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company
What to Expect:
Breakfast event with Santa at a volunteer fire company.
Description:
Join the Santa Pancake Breakfast at Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company for a delightful morning with pancakes, Santa, and holiday cheer.
Where: Pasadena | More Info: Santa Pancake Breakfast at Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa at Severna Park Community Center
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and festive photo opportunities.
Description:
Join us for an annual holiday event at the Severna Park Community Center. Shop for last-minute gifts, enjoy crafts, watch a movie, and indulge in treats. Get your picture taken with Santa and explore the Holiday Gift Marketplace and Santa's Elf Workshop.
Where: Severna Park | More Info: Cookies & Cocoa with Santa at Severna Park Community Center
Holiday Festival with Santa at George Cromwell Elementary School
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa Claus.
Description:
The Holiday Festival with Santa at George Cromwell Elementary School is a joyous event where students and families come together to celebrate the holiday season. The event features festive decorations, holiday-themed activities, and a special visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Glen Burnie | More Info: Holiday Festival with Santa at George Cromwell Elementary School
Glen Burnie Tree Lighting with Santa
What to Expect:
Free ice skating and Santa visit.
Description:
Join County Executive Steuart Pittman at the Glen Burnie Town Center for a festive holiday event featuring a visit from Santa, local vendors, county agencies, and 1 hour of free ice skating at the Glen Burnie Ice Rink. Enjoy delightful dinner experiences at participating restaurants like Mali Thai Restaurant, Pho Miss Saigon, and Maria Ds Sub Shop.
Where: Glen Burnie | More Info: Glen Burnie Tree Lighting with Santa
Annual Cookie Walk at Rockview Beach with Santa
What to Expect:
Santa visits a beachside cookie walk.
Description:
Join Santa at Rockview Beach for an annual cookie walk, a delightful holiday activity filled with sweet treats and festive cheer.
Where: Pasadena | More Info: Annual Cookie Walk at Rockview Beach with Santa
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- South Gate (2 miles)
- Pasadena (4 miles)
- Severn (4 miles)
- Hanover (6 miles)
- West Elkridge (6 miles)
- Odenton (7 miles)
- Arbutus (8 miles)
- Severna Park (8 miles)
- Dundalk (8 miles)
- Baltimore (9 miles)
- Catonsville (9 miles)
- Ilchester (10 miles)
- Arnold (11 miles)
- Crofton (12 miles)
- Ellicott City (12 miles)
- Gwynn Oak (12 miles)
- Woodlawn (12 miles)
- Columbia (13 miles)
- Laurel (13 miles)
- Essex (13 miles)
- Lochearn (13 miles)
- South Laurel (14 miles)
- Annapolis (15 miles)
- Scaggsville (15 miles)
- Milford Mill (15 miles)
- Middle River (15 miles)
- Parkville (16 miles)
- Pikesville (16 miles)
- Bowie (16 miles)
- Towson (17 miles)
- Randallstown (17 miles)
- Carney (17 miles)
- Greenbelt (17 miles)
- Fairland (19 miles)
- Perry Hall (19 miles)
- Owings Mills (20 miles)
- College Park (21 miles)
- Landover (22 miles)
- Cockeysville (22 miles)
- Hunt Valley (23 miles)
- Olney (24 miles)
- Reisterstown (24 miles)
- Chillum (24 miles)
- Eldersburg (24 miles)
- Silver Spring (25 miles)
- Wheaton (25 miles)
- Aspen Hill (25 miles)
- Edgewood (25 miles)
- Suitland (27 miles)
- Suitland-Silver Hill (27 miles)
- North Bethesda (28 miles)
- Bethesda (28 miles)
- Bel Air South (29 miles)
- Washington (29 miles)
- Rockville (29 miles)
- North Bel Air (30 miles)
- South Bel Air (30 miles)
- Bel Air North (30 miles)
- Montgomery Village (31 miles)
- Gaithersburg (31 miles)
- Clinton (31 miles)
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor (32 miles)
- Arlington (32 miles)
- Potomac (33 miles)
- Alexandria (34 miles)
- McLean (34 miles)
- Baileys Crossroads (35 miles)
- North Potomac (35 miles)
- West Falls Church (37 miles)
- Lincolnia (37 miles)
- Rose Hill (37 miles)
- Fort Washington (38 miles)
- Annandale (38 miles)
- Springfield (40 miles)
- Reston (41 miles)
- Waldorf (41 miles)
- Woodlawn (41 miles)
- Oakton (41 miles)
- St. Charles (42 miles)
- West Springfield (42 miles)
- Saint Charles (42 miles)
- Fairfax (43 miles)
- Herndon (43 miles)
- Burke (43 miles)
- Sterling (44 miles)
- Oak Hill (45 miles)