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Washington
Adams Morgan Day
Free, volunteer-run neighborhood street festival along 18th Street NW, organized by the nonprofit Adams Morgan Community Alliance with support from local partners. Multiple stages of live music and performances, including a main music stage at 18th & Columbia; Local art vendors, international food from neighborhood restaurants, and artisan/market booths along the closed section of 18th Street; Kids’ and family activities such as interactive art, history tours, and family fun zones embedded throughout the corridor.
Cost
Free admission to the street festival; no gate charge for adults or children. Street event, so no dedicated paid lot; visitors are encouraged to walk, bike, or use transit, and normal city street/area parking rules apply (no special paid “festival parking” noted).
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Sep 13, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 pm–6:00 pm, on 18th Street NW between Kalorama and Columbia Roads; the festival traditionally occurs on the second Sunday in September each year.
Alexandria
Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Free illuminated holiday boat parade and waterfront festival on the Potomac, produced by Visit Alexandria in collaboration with the City of Alexandria, City Cruises and Old Dominion Boat Club, sponsored by Amazon. Dozens of brightly lit boats cruising a one‑mile route along Old Town’s waterfront, with judging for best‑decorated vessels; Dockside festivities at Waterfront Park (pop‑up beer garden by Port City Brewing, food/beverage vendors, music, hands‑on activities); Holiday Festival at Torpedo Factory Art Center plus Santa’s arrival by fireboat as part of the afternoon programming.
Cost
Free admission to view the parade and enjoy basic dockside activities; food and beverages in the pop‑up beer garden and some activities are paid. No dedicated paid parking is advertised; attendees are directed to use transit and waterfront‑area parking with holiday street closures in place.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Usually December · 2026 dates not yet posted. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
The most recent full official listing is for Saturday, December 6, 2025: dockside festivities 2–8 p.m., parade starts 5:30 p.m. along one mile of shoreline. Visit Alexandria brands it as the 25th Annual event and part of Alexandria’s Biggest Holiday Weekend (Dec 5–7, 2025). It recurs annually on a Saturday in early December, typically the same day as the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade. (For 2026, multiple official and partner announcements confirm a 26th Annual event on the first December Saturday, but the main Visit Alexandria event page for 2026 is not yet posted; you would expect similar timing.).
Alexandria
Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend and Parade
Holiday parade and weekend charity events showcasing Alexandria’s Scottish heritage, produced by Visit Alexandria in partnership with The Campagna Center and the City of Alexandria to support Campagna’s programs. Scottish heritage parade with dozens of Scottish clans in tartan, pipe and drum bands, Scottie and other hounds, and community groups marching through Old Town to Market Square; Taste of Scotland ticketed Scotch/whisky tasting evening that provides major fundraising for Campagna Center; City-supported civic event with Visit Alexandria as lead parade producer in partnership with Campagna Center and the City of Alexandria.
Cost
It is free to attend the parade; fees apply only for parade units and ticketed Taste of Scotland fundraising events. Parking is limited; some venues mention limited parking and encourage alternatives.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Dec 4, 2026 · every December. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
For 2026, The Campagna Center lists the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade on December 4, 2026 (part of “Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend,” with Taste of Scotland the evening before). In 2025, the parade was Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. as part of Alexandria’s Biggest Holiday Weekend. The parade typically occurs on the first Saturday in December.
Washington
Anacostia River Festival
Free, family‑friendly riverfront festival in Anacostia Park, presented by 11th Street Bridge Park (a project of Building Bridges Across the River) and the National Park Service, often featured as part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. On‑water and riverfront recreation, including free canoe rides, fishing workshops (with gear provided), and other water‑based activities (with registration and waivers); Live music and performance stages, plus cultural programming around annual themes such as “Sankofa on the River” and “Celebrate DC Herstory,” with partners like the US Navy Band and local school bands; Community marketplace and hands‑on activities, including Southeast Market vendors, art‑making, sports like pickleball, tree giveaways, and environmental education/cleanup events.
Cost
Free to attend; all on‑site activities are free, including many on‑water activities, though some require advance registration and signed waivers. National Park Service notes free parking options at Anacostia Metro Station garage (on weekends) and inside Anacostia Park along designated roads, plus free shuttles from shuttle parking to the festival grounds. There is no separate adult/child gate fee and no listed paid festival parking area.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
May 16, 2026 · every May. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
For 2026, the 12th annual Anacostia River Festival is officially scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, 2:00 pm–6:00 pm at Anacostia Park (around 1500–1800 Anacostia Drive SE). In 2025, the 11th annual festival took place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 1:00 pm–5:00/6:00 pm, also at Anacostia Park. The event is held annually in mid-May and is described as an ongoing yearly festival.
Crownsville
Anne Arundel County Fair
County agricultural fair with livestock shows, exhibits, contests, and carnival rides, produced by Anne Arundel County Fair, Inc. Carnival rides and midway, with unlimited ride wristbands on select evenings; Livestock shows and auction, plus competitive exhibits in agriculture, horticulture, crafts, and culinary arts; Concerts and entertainment, including evening concerts, contests, and family activities across the fairgrounds.
Cost
2026 admission structure is described as paid gate admission for ages ten and older with children nine and under free; admission includes entrance and parking but not carnival rides or games. Senior Citizens Day offers free admission for seniors 62+, individuals with disabilities, and children during a daytime session with reduced adult pricing; Friday daytime “Kid’s Day” has reduced admission for ages ten and older with children nine and under free; ride wristbands are sold separately on some evenings.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families, sen
Before you go
Sep 16–20, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
September 16–20, 2026 (Wednesday–Sunday). Typical pattern: five-day fair in mid-September.
Arlington
Arlington County Fair
Large urban county fair and community festival run by the nonprofit Arlington County Fair organization in partnership with Arlington County’s Department of Parks & Recreation at Thomas Jefferson Community Center and Park. Rides/midway: Outdoor carnival rides and games operating all five days, with evening openings mid‑week and full‑day hours on the weekend; Entertainment: Multiple stages with live music (local rock, Latin, family performers), magic shows, and a 50th‑anniversary program including an opening ceremony and DC Sports Zone with area pro teams; Community & exhibits: Indoor vendors and exhibits, competitions, a beer garden and night market on select evenings, plus free shuttles and bike valet enhancing accessibility.
Cost
Gate admission: Arlington County and the Fair FAQ state that admission to the Fair is FREE; no ticket is needed for exhibits, performances, and live entertainment; Rides: Carnival rides and some activities are fee‑based, with ride ticket prices listed separately by the fair; outdoor stage and Kids’ Court activities are free; Parking: There is no general on‑site public parking at the fairgrounds; limited ADA parking is provided at the community center lot. Fair and County guidance direct visitors to off‑site parking at the Ballston Mall Parking Garage, reached by a free shuttle; parking rates there start around $1 for three hours, charged by the garage, not by the fair; Free days/policies: Admission for all ages is free every day; no separate free‑for‑kids day is listed because the gate is always free.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families, sen
Before you go
Aug 12–16, 2026 · every August. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
August 12 – 16, 2026, at Thomas Jefferson Community Center and Park. The County describes this as a 5-day annual fair in mid-August, consistent with prior years (e.g., August 13–17, 2025).
Baltimore
Artscape (Baltimore) – 2026
Large free outdoor arts and music festival produced by the City of Baltimore (Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture) in partnership with Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts and other city entities. Multiple music stages with national and local artists, visual arts installations and murals, interactive performances, film screenings, culinary vendors, community impact and nonprofit zones; late‑night Artscape After Dark sets on May 22–23.
Cost
Artscape is promoted as Baltimore’s largest free outdoor arts festival; admission to the festival footprint is free. Some ticketed “Artscape After Dark” night events and indoor shows may have separate costs
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
May 23–24, 2026 · every May. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
May 23–24, 2026, Memorial Day weekend, 11 a.m.–9/10 p.m. each day; relocated to Downtown Baltimore (War Memorial Plaza and surrounding streets). 2025 dates were May 24–25; Artscape is now positioned annually on Memorial Day weekend.
Solomons
Artsfest '26 Fine Arts and Music Festival (Artsfest at Annmarie Garden)
Juried fine arts and music festival with 170+ artists and multiple stages, run by Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center. Invitational fine arts & crafts show with 170+ artist booths, multiple music stages (35 performers in 2025), kids’ activities and art, food, wine & beer.
Cost
Artsfest is an outdoor paid festival
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Sep 19–20, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
September 19–20, 2026, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. both days; typically held the third full weekend in September each year (2020 event info notes this recurring pattern; a 2025 listing shows Sept 20–21).
Baltimore
Baltimore Book Festival
City‑backed literary festival with authors, booksellers, readings and workshops, organized for 2026 by the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture and Entertainment (MOACE) in partnership with Waverly Main Street and local bookstores. Author talks, readings, signings, and workshops with local and national writers; Booksellers and publishers’ booths plus literary organizations and community groups; Food and beverage vendors, kids’ events, and integration with the Waverly Saturday farmers’ market.
Cost
Free admission, six‑block street festival; no gate fee, standard city street parking/garages in surrounding area.
Best fit
kids, families
Before you go
Sep 19–20, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
Official festival listing shows September 19–20, 2026, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., in Waverly.
Baltimore
Baltimore City 4‑H Youth Expo
Youth agricultural/4‑H expo for urban youth, organized by University of Maryland Extension – Baltimore City 4‑H; functions as Baltimore City’s 4‑H agricultural showcase rather than a traditional county fair. (source.pdf)) Directory identifies it as a 4‑H youth agricultural expo (source.pdf))
Best fit
kids, teens
Before you go
Usually April · 2027 dates not yet posted. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
Listed in the Maryland Agricultural Fairs and Shows directory as April 30, 2025; no 2026 date is provided in the same directory excerpt, so: 2026 date: not found; most recent listed date: April 30, 2025. (source.pdf))
Timonium
Baltimore County 4‑H Fair
Youth‑focused county fair showcasing 4‑H and FFA exhibits, competitions, and livestock, organized by Baltimore County 4‑H Fair, Inc. with a volunteer board and youth directors. 4‑H and FFA livestock and indoor exhibits, including animal exhibits, artwork, photography, baked goods, sewing, and robotics; Fundraising and contests such as cake auction, corn hole tournaments, bingo, plant swap, and youth horse show; Family entertainment, including live music, games, and educational displays at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, integrated with broader 4‑H/FFA activities in the Cow Palace and related arenas.
Cost
The fair advertises free admission; visitors are invited to come see exhibits and events at no gate charge, with some special meals and fundraisers (such as picnic suppers and bingo) carrying their own ticket prices. Parking at the Maryland State Fairgrounds is provided via the venue; no separate parking fee is listed on the fair’s official pages or the statewide agricultural fair board entry.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Jul 14–18, 2026 · every July. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
July 14–18, 2026 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, as listed by the Maryland Agricultural Fairs and Shows board and the fair’s own site. Typical recurrence: multi-day fair in mid-July at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, with the 2025 edition held July 15–20, 2025.
Bel Air
Bel Air Festival for the Arts
One-day outdoor fine arts and crafts festival featuring artists, photographers, and craftspeople, sponsored and organized by the Bel Air Recreation Committee in cooperation with the Town of Bel Air. More than 300 artists, photographers, and craftspeople showing and selling original work in a juried-style outdoor setting; Set in Shamrock Park (39 Hickory Avenue), a central community park behind the Bel Air Public Library and Town Hall, with food concessions and community group booths; Long-running tradition (over 50 years) and one of the largest one-day fine arts festivals in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Cost
Admission is free to the public. Shamrock Park is a town park with typical town parking; no gate admission fees or parking surcharges are listed on the festival’s or town’s pages.
Best fit
kids, teens, families
Before you go
Sep 13, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
The 2026 Bel Air Festival for the Arts is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Shamrock Park, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Historically the festival is held on the third Sunday in September; in 2025 it was on Sunday, September 14 (second Sunday) to avoid a conflict, but the Town describes it as “held the third Sunday in September.”.
Bethesda
Bethesda Fine Arts Festival
Outdoor juried fine arts festival (paintings, photography, jewelry, ceramics, etc.) produced by the Bethesda Urban Partnership. About 110–130 booths of juried fine art and fine craft along Norfolk, Auburn & Del Ray Avenues; Live entertainment by regional bands throughout the weekend; Food from local Bethesda restaurants with outdoor service near artist booths.
Cost
Free admission; free parking in the public parking garage on Auburn Avenue (and Del Ray in some listings).
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
May 9–10, 2026 · every May. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
May 9–10, 2026 in Woodmont Triangle; Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m; held rain or shine, typically the second weekend in May.
Oxon Hill
Big Apple Circus (Washington DC–Baltimore area stops)
Traveling one-ring circus presented under a Big Top tent; currently produced and operated at Lincoln Center in New York and at touring sites such as Suffolk Downs in Boston, but no verifiable 2025–26 dates are posted for National Harbor, Tysons/Dulles or Baltimore on the official site. Modern one-ring circus in a Big Top tent with daring stunts, comedy bits, and classic thrills; Seasonal runs at major venues (Lincoln Center NYC; Suffolk Downs Boston) with food, beverage, and interactive elements.
Cost
NYC tickets generally range from about $25 to $100+ depending on seat and date
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Oct 9–Nov 2, 2025 (+1 more) · every November. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
2025–26 season is confirmed only for New York City (Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center) November 7, 2025 – January 4, 2026, and Boston October 9 – November 2, 2025; no current DC–Baltimore dates are listed.
Washington
Blossom Kite Festival
Free kite-flying festival featuring competitions, performances, and family activities; a signature event of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, organized by the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Inc. Kite flying and competitions for adults and youth, including kite-making and kite-flying contests; Music and performances (e.g., Taiko drummers and other performers) on stages near the Washington Monument; Hands-on kids’ activities, including kite-making stations and family-friendly interactive areas.
Cost
Admission: Free for all ages; visitors are directed to use Metro and other transit; no official gate parking fee listed; Free days/policies: Entire event is free; no separate child pricing.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Mar 28, 2026 · every March. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
2026 date: March 28, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., on the Washington Monument grounds (north side between 15th & 17th St NW); The event is held during the National Cherry Blossom Festival in late March each year.
Bowie
BowieFest (City of Bowie, Allen Pond Park)
City-run outdoor community festival with music, vendors, rides and kids’ activities, organized by the City of Bowie. Live music and performances across multiple stages, featuring local bands, dance groups and community performers; Kids’ amusement section and rides, plus games and activities, business/health expo (in some years) and numerous civic/community booths; In 2026, Bowiefest is “reimagined” as a series of smaller community-centered activities (such as a special farmers market with stage entertainment) during the same early-June period, rather than a single large festival at Allen Pond Park.
Cost
When held, Bowiefest is a free-admission city festival; the 2026 calendar entry lists “Cost: Free.” The Bowiefest reimagined activities in 2026 (e.g., a special farmers market) also appear to be free to attend, though specific pricing is handled through the City of Bowie events pages. Parking in prior years has been supported by shuttle buses from free lots (Mitchellville Soccer Fields, Park & Ride, Bowie Town Center side lot) to Allen Pond Park to avoid parking hassles.
Best fit
kids, families
Before you go
Jun 6, 2026 · every June. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
The City of Bowie’s Bowiefest page explains that Bowiefest will not be held in 2026 due to ongoing construction of the new amphitheater at Allen Pond Park affecting event space, parking and pedestrian safety. A calendar entry shows a scheduled but canceled Bowiefest for Saturday, June 6, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., at Allen Pond Park. The 2025 event was scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., but was canceled due to forecast storms. Historically, Bowiefest has occurred on a Saturday in early June each year.
Clements
Bowles Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Farm
Seasonal corn maze and fall farm attraction operated by Bowles Farms. Large seasonal corn maze with bridges and interactive quizzes; Petting zoo, wagon rides, mini straw maze, straw-jumping pit included with admission; Operates weekends only, creating a focused fall outing with a farm setting.
Cost
At-gate admission listed as $15.00 per person, with children 3 and under free; Group rate: $13.00 per person for groups of 15 or more entering together; Admission includes access to the corn maze, petting zoo, wagon rides, a mini straw maze for young children, and a straw jumping pit; Parking is not separately priced on the admission page; no special free days beyond age 3 and under free are indicated.
Best fit
kids, families
Before you go
Saturdays and Sundays, Sep 26–Oct 31 · 2025 season; check dates. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
The farm’s schedule lists Weekends only!!! September 26 – October 31 (year on the page appears in past context, but it shows the typical pattern: last weekend of September through Halloween, Saturdays and Sundays); The location page states “OPENING SEPTEMBER 27TH – Bowles Farms Corn Maze” as the seasonal opening, reinforcing a late September opening; A 2025 news article notes the 2025 corn maze opens September 27, operating on weekends through late October; 2026 dates are not yet posted, so expect late September–late October weekends in 2026.
Centreville
Bull Run Festival of Lights & Holiday Village
Drive-through holiday light display with walk-around carnival/village, operated by NOVA Parks at Bull Run Regional Park. The region’s largest drive‑through holiday light show, a 2.5‑mile route of animated displays and tunnels, followed by a Holiday Village & Carnival with rides (including a Ferris wheel), bonfire, treats like s’mores, and seasonal souvenirs. It is a long‑running NOVA Parks tradition drawing tens of thousands of vehicle loads each season.
Cost
Fairfax County tourism and NOVA Parks Lights indicate $30 per vehicle online, $40 per vehicle at the door for the 2025–26 drive‑through; larger vehicles (15+ passengers) cost extra. Promotional codes offer discounts (e.g., EARLY25 saving $10 on admission between Nov. 14–26, LIGHTS25 saving $5 on select weeknights). Admission includes access to the Holiday Village and Carnival at the end of the route; carnival rides may require separate tickets. Tickets are per vehicle rather than per person; there is no separate child pricing at the gate.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Usually November · 2026 dates not yet posted. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
NOVA Parks Lights lists the 2025–26 season as Nov. 14, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026, open nightly. The park’s event page notes it runs every year from November until just after New Year’s Day and thanks visitors while looking forward to the 2026 season, but specific 2026–27 dates are “to be announced” as of the latest update. Expect mid-November opening through early January based on this pattern.
Germantown
Butler's Orchard Pumpkin Festival
Fall farm festival run by Butler’s Orchard in Germantown, centered on pumpkin-picking and farm-park attractions. Hayrides; pumpkin patch/pick-your-own pumpkins; corn maze, live music, giant slides, barnyard animals, and other farm-play features.
Cost
Admission is ticketed; under 24 months free. The posted admission page says weekday, weekend, and peak-weekend pricing varies, and includes hayrides and most festival activities; pumpkins are extra at $0.79/lb.
Best fit
kids, families
Before you go
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Sep 20–Nov 2. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
September 20 – November 2, 2026; Wednesday–Sunday plus Columbus Day.
Barstow
Calvert County Fair
Annual county fair featuring agriculture, 4‑H, rides, and community events, run by the Calvert County Fair Board (as indicated on the official fair site). Home page references the county fair as a multi‑day event
Best fit
kids, teens
Before you go
Sep 30–Oct 4, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
September 30 – October 4, 2026 (listed on the home page as “2026 Calvert County Fair: September 30th thru Octber 4th”).
Westminster
Carroll County 4-H & FFA Fair
County fair run by the Carroll County 4-H & FFA Fair organization at the Carroll County Agriculture Center, centered on youth agriculture, livestock, exhibits, and events. Livestock judging/showmanship, a parade, and grandstand-style events such as demolition derby and other competitions.
Cost
Admission to the fairgrounds is free; parking is $5 per vehicle after 11:00 a.m.
Best fit
kids, teens
Before you go
Jul 31–Aug 8, 2026 · every July. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
July 31–August 8, 2026.
La Plata
Charles County Fair
Annual county agricultural fair with exhibits, livestock shows, midway and contests, organized by Charles County Fair, Inc. Midway/carnival rides with dedicated carnival/midway hours; livestock and agricultural exhibits; contests and entertainment such as races, pie‑eating, and live music described in fair promotional content.
Cost
Gate admission ages 11 and over: $10; ages 10 and under: free at all times; 4‑day season pass: $25; Thursday: half‑price entry; Friday 9 am–5 pm: all school children (18 & under) admitted free; free general parking on the fairgrounds and free satellite parking at the Charles County Courthouse/Government Building.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Sep 17–20, 2026 · every September. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
September 17–20, 2026 (102nd Annual Charles County Fair).
Leesburg
Christmas Village at Leesburg Animal Park
Evening walk-through Christmas lights and holiday activities at a private animal park, operated by Leesburg Animal Park. Features “thousands of outdoor holiday lights” across the park’s 21 acres, plus photos with Santa, visits from the Grinch on certain nights, giant illuminated hill slides, Christmas craft room, mini‑Christmas train rides, indoor kids’ play zone, petting/feeding animals in an illuminated barn, bonfire with marshmallow roasting and optional s’mores kits, and holiday photos with live animals.
Cost
Official ticket info: $16.95 per person, with children under age 2 free. Pony rides cost $3.95 each. No separate parking fee is stated; visitors use the park’s standard parking.
Best fit
kids, teens, ya, families
Before you go
Usually December · 2026 dates not yet posted. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
The 2025 Christmas Village is scheduled on specific evenings: Dec. 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22 & 23, 2025, from 6:00–9:00 p.m.. This is a recurring December event held on select nights leading up to Christmas.
Baltimore
Christmas Village in Baltimore
German‑style outdoor & indoor Christmas market at West Shore Park and adjacent plazas, operated by German American Marketing, Inc. and presented by sponsors like Chase. 65+ local & international vendors selling gifts, ornaments, crafts, plus German and European foods, sweets, and drinks, modeled on traditional Christkindl markets; Attractions such as a 65‑foot Ferris Wheel, carousel, tree‑lighting ceremony, themed weekends (Family Weekend, German‑American Weekend), and Santa photo sessions at the Visitor Center from Nov 28–Dec 23, 2025; Organized as part of “Winter on the Waterfront” with broader Inner Harbor festivities and special discounted parking for visitors.
Cost
Outdoor market area: always free admission; Admission to heated festival tent: free on Preview Weekend and all weekdays; on remaining weekends in 2025, $5 for adults (18+), with kids under 18 free; tent tickets act as a season pass for the 2025 season. Parking deals: all‑day parking $15 at Harbor Court Garage and $10 at Lockwood Place Garage with validation via QR/barcode codes provided by Christmas Village.
Best fit
kids, teens, families
Before you go
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 12 pm–8 pm, Nov 21–Dec 27. Check hours on the official site before travelling.
2025 season: Preview weekend November 22–23, 2025; regular market Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 27, 2025 – Christmas Eve, Wednesday December 24, 2025, closed Nov 24–26 and select Mondays/Tuesdays in December. Hours: Sun–Thu 12–8 p.m., Fri–Sat 12–9 p.m; Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve 12–5 p.m.; 2026–27 season (official 2026 dates): The site lists November 21 – December 27, 2026, Sun–Thu 12–8 p.m., Fri–Sat 12–9 p.m; Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve 12–5 p.m; closed Mondays and Tuesdays, plus Nov 25 & Dec 25.