A Monumental Occasion
An Evening of Choir Performances, Strolling Entertainment, and More
| December 4, 2008 | ||
| 7:00 pm | to | 7:30 pm |
Mount Vernon Place celebrates the holiday season with the 37th annual lighting of the Washington Monument.
A Monumental Occasion takes place Thursday, December 4 with pre-event festivities at 6pm hosted by JoJo and Reagan of MIX 106.5. in Mount Vernon. The ceremony begins at 7pm with the official lighting at approximately 7:20pm. Read more »
Downtown Dollar or Less Days
Enjoy a holiday treat, as many of Downtown’s attractions offer admission for $1 or less!
| December 6, 2008 | ||
| December 7, 2008 |
Downtown Baltimore attractions and museums will once again celebrate the holiday season with reduced admission December 6-7. Participating Downtown attractions and museums offer admission a $1 or less all weekend. Read more »
“An Die World” Concert Series
| February 22, 2009 | ||
| 7:00 pm | ||
| April 4, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 pm |
The Poulenc Trio brings together three uniquely gifted virtuosos: oboist Vladimir Lande, bassoonist Bryan Young and pianist Irina Lande. Combining brilliant 21st-century vibrancy with the best of European instrumental tradition, the trio’s performances leap beyond the ordinary concert experience, transporting audiences into a world of beautiful sonorities, playful rhythms and dramatic excitement. Come hear a new kind of music series and join the artists for a party at the end of each show. Read more »
Miracle on 34th Street, Hon!
Charm City in Lights
| November 29, 2008 | to | January 1, 2009 |
Experience the most spectacular holiday lights in all of Baltimore. This Miracle on 34th Street is a tradition of festive decoration and good cheer. People from across the globe have come to recognize this particular road as the brightest they’ve ever seen. On Christmas Eve, the fantastic display shines all night long. Make the Hampden lights part of your family’s tradition this year! Read more »
Motor Trend International Auto Show
| February 12, 2009 | ||
| 12:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
| February 13, 2009 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 10:00 pm |
| February 14, 2009 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 10:00 pm |
| February 15, 2009 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 7:00 pm |
Don’t be the last to know about all of the newest automobile trends. Come see more than 400 new cars, crossovers, SUVs and trucks at this automotive extravaganza. Roll on over to the Baltimore Convention Center to learn more about the “green” movement going on in the auto-world and to see one-of-a-kind concept cars, exotics, pre-production models and customized cars.
La Cinémathèque at The Charles
| December 11, 2008 | ||
| 7:00 pm | ||
| December 13, 2008 | ||
| 12:00 pm |
A monthly program of new French films has been launched by the Charles Theatre in partnership with the House of France in Washington, DC, and the French-American Cultural Foundation. Typically on the second Thursday and Saturday of each month, you will be able to attend the Baltimore premiere of a new French film (all films are in French with English subtitles). Read more »
Christmas on the Potomac™
| November 24, 2008 | to | December 30, 2008 |
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland hosts its first-ever celebration of holiday revelry. This signature annual event runs November 24 through December 30 and features a unique collection of entertainment, attractions and activities will offer something for everyone. Read more »
Christmas at Mount Vernon
| November 28, 2008 | to | January 6, 2009 |
Mount Vernon is decking the halls with a new special daytime program, Christmas at Mount Vernon. Exciting attractions include a dozen themed Christmas trees, a gingerbread Mount Vernon mansion created by former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier, historical chocolate-making demonstrations, 18th-century dancing and a real Christmas camel — just like George Washington had on the grounds in 1787! Read more »
Jingle BELLE Pajama Party
| December 1, 2008 | ||
| 7:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Celebrate the end of the year in comfort and style with The Women’s Wine & Dine. Through its Giving Spirits Foundation, this event raises support and awareness for court- appointed special advocates for children. Read more »
Festival of Trees 2008
| November 28, 2008 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 9:00 pm |
| November 29, 2008 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 9:00 pm |
| November 30, 2008 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 6:00 pm |
A family tradition since 1990 and the largest holiday event on the East Coast, Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Festival of Trees features more than 500 ornately decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses designed by local artists. Read more »
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