The holidays are calling, South Bel Air! Explore our guide for all the must-see events and activities. For those who call South Bel Air home and those who wish they did, this guide is your holiday roadmap.
Popular events abound this season, starting with the festive Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony, where twinkling lights and cheerful floats bring the spirit of the season to life. Another highlight is the Holiday Village at the Bel Air Farmers' Market, featuring local artisans and festive treats that create a charming shopping experience. And don't forget the Winter Wonderland in Bel Air, where frosty fun awaits for families and friends alike. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around South Bel Air
- Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony (Bel Air)
- Winter Wonderland in Bel Air (Bel Air)
- Holiday Village at Bel Air Farmers' Market (Bel Air)
- 42nd Annual Train Garden (Jarrettsville)
- Ballet Chesapeake's Nutcracker Sweets (Bel Air)
- Sensory Santa Workshops (Harford County)
- Christmas Celebration on Ice (Harford County)
- Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K (Bel Air)
- Holiday Jingle Skate (Bel Air)
- Magic Elf Hunt (Bel Air)
See these and even more events listed below!
South Bel Air Holiday Light Displays
Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
What to Expect:
Thousands of warm lights illuminate downtown Bel Air.
Description:
Downtown Bel Air is transformed into a vibrant holiday destination with thousands of warm lights, live musical performances, and festive activities. Enjoy light displays at the Bel Air Armory, Harford County Courthouse, and Bel Air Town Hall. Visit the Train Garden at Armory Marketplace and explore the Holiday Village Market at Bel Air Armory. Carriage rides and live musicians add to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
42nd Annual Train Garden
What to Expect:
Interactive train displays with various themes and animated elements.
Description:
The 42nd Annual Train Garden is a comprehensive holiday train display featuring various themes, including O, O27, and HO trains, carnival rides, and animated lighted displays. It is a family-friendly event with a broad geographic coverage, showcasing both traditional and modern train gardens.
Where: Jarrettsville | More Info: 42nd Annual Train Garden
Havre de Grace Holiday Light Displays
What to Expect:
Live tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus.
Description:
Havre de Grace kicks off the holiday season with the Holly Jolly Parade and Tree Lighting. The parade starts at Union Avenue and St. John Street, continuing onto Washington Street before ending at Congress Avenue. After the parade, Santa Claus helps Mayor Martin light the tree live on stage at Rochambeau Plaza, and Santa Land opens for visits with the Big Guy.
Where: Havre de Grace | More Info: Havre de Grace Holiday Light Displays
South Bel Air Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Village at Bel Air Farmers' Market
What to Expect:
Rotating breweries, vineyards, and live music.
Description:
The Holiday Village at Bel Air Farmers' Market features a diverse array of local vendors offering seasonal produce, artisanal goods, and unique gifts. Enjoy live music, sample local brews and wines, and explore the vibrant atmosphere of this community-driven event.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Holiday Village at Bel Air Farmers' Market
Havre de Grace Farmers Market Holiday Specials
What to Expect:
Local agricultural products and artisan goods with vendor details accessible via map.
Description:
The Havre de Grace Farmers Market offers a seasonal market featuring local agricultural products and artisan goods. Each week, vendors are located on a map, and details about each vendor can be accessed by clicking on their pin. The market supports local artists and has been provided by the Maryland State Arts Council through the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
Where: Havre de Grace | More Info: Havre de Grace Farmers Market Holiday Specials
South Bel Air Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Ballet Chesapeake's Nutcracker Sweets
What to Expect:
Professional ballet performance with live narration and tea party.
Description:
Ballet Chesapeake presents an abridged version of The Nutcracker, a child-friendly ballet performance with intricate costumes and sets, accompanied by Tchaikovsky's timeless score. The event includes live narration and a special tea party with character meet and greet.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Ballet Chesapeake's Nutcracker Sweets
Christmas Celebration on Ice
What to Expect:
World-class figure skating and cirque acts.
Description:
Christmas Celebration on Ice features soul pop music sensation Heather Rae alongside world-class figure skating and mesmerizing cirque acts, creating a spectacular fusion of music, ice skating, and cirque performances.
Where: Harford County | More Info: Christmas Celebration on Ice
South Bel Air Holiday Giving Opportunities
Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K
What to Expect:
Community-driven charity event with fundraising opportunities.
Description:
The Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K is a fun-filled event that combines tradition, family, fitness, and community giving. It features six race locations across central Maryland, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, including first-time runners, walkers, and seasoned athletes.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K
South Bel Air Other Holiday Activities
Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with a parade and tree lighting.
Description:
The Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony is a long-standing community event celebrating over 30 years. It features a festive parade, holiday music, food trucks, and concludes with the lighting of the town's Christmas tree in Downtown Bel Air.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Sensory Santa Workshops
What to Expect:
Sensory-friendly Santa experience for children with special needs.
Description:
Harford County is offering Sensory Santa Workshops to create an accommodating environment for children with differing abilities during the holiday season. These workshops aim to make visiting Santa Claus more accessible and enjoyable for all children.
Where: Harford County | More Info: Sensory Santa Workshops
Letters to Santa
What to Expect:
Opportunity for children to write personalized letters to Santa.
Description:
A special event where children can write letters to Santa Claus, fostering holiday spirit and creativity.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Letters to Santa
Magic Elf Hunt
What to Expect:
Elf-hunting adventure at Belair Mansion.
Description:
Join Santa in the search for missing elves at Belair Mansion. Help return those naughty elves to the North Pole before Christmas.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Magic Elf Hunt
Holiday Jingle Skate
What to Expect:
Free skating event with holiday activities.
Description:
Come skate with Santa at the Holiday Jingle Skate event, featuring door prizes, free mini-lessons, a bake sale, and an ugly sweater contest.
Where: Bel Air | More Info: Holiday Jingle Skate
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- North Bel Air (1 miles)
- Bel Air South (2 miles)
- Bel Air North (2 miles)
- Edgewood (8 miles)
- Perry Hall (11 miles)
- Carney (14 miles)
- Middle River (15 miles)
- Parkville (15 miles)
- Hunt Valley (16 miles)
- Cockeysville (17 miles)
- Towson (17 miles)
- Essex (17 miles)
- Dundalk (22 miles)
- Baltimore (22 miles)
- Pikesville (23 miles)
- Gwynn Oak (23 miles)
- Lochearn (24 miles)
- Owings Mills (25 miles)
- Woodlawn (25 miles)
- Milford Mill (26 miles)
- Reisterstown (27 miles)
- Randallstown (27 miles)
- Arbutus (27 miles)
- Catonsville (28 miles)
- Glen Burnie (30 miles)
- Ilchester (30 miles)
- West Elkridge (31 miles)
- Ellicott City (31 miles)
- Pasadena (31 miles)
- Hanover (31 miles)
- South Gate (32 miles)
- Newark (33 miles)
- Severn (33 miles)
- Columbia (34 miles)
- Middletown (34 miles)
- Severna Park (34 miles)
- Eldersburg (34 miles)
- Lancaster (35 miles)
- Arnold (36 miles)
- York (36 miles)
- Odenton (37 miles)
- Annapolis (39 miles)
- Scaggsville (40 miles)
- Laurel (41 miles)
- Crofton (41 miles)
- South Laurel (42 miles)
- Wilmington (45 miles)