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A Dog Owner's Guide to The Holidays in Baltimore 2025
- Dogs of Charm City
- Nov 18, 2024
- 6 min read
Updated: Dec 3
Santa Paws is coming to town...and here's where you can find him, as well as dog-friendly Christmas light displays, holiday events, Pet Photos with Santa, holiday markets, and more dog-friendly holiday fun in & around Baltimore! 🎅🎄
For the most up-to-date list of dog events in Baltimore, visit our dog-friendly events calendar!
Dog-Friendly Christmas Light Displays
Bring your pups and family and walk 2 miles checking out all of the holiday displays! There will be festive music, photos with Santa, food trucks, hot drinks, and more!
Date: Nov 21 – Nov 22, Time: 5 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409, USA
Tickets: $20 per car and on sale at the gate!
The Magic of Merryland begins with an iconic celebration filled with music, holiday treats, and festive fun for the entire family. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll beneath glistening lights and admire beautifully painted windows. From enchanting train rides to memorable pet photos with Santa, the neighborhood will be bursting with holiday cheer.
Date: Saturday, November 22nd
Time: 12 PM - 6 PM
Location: Harbor East, 650 S Exeter St suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Tickets: $4 at the door
Show up early to shop local for wreaths, handmade jewelry and crafts, macarons and decor! Entertainment leading up to the 6pm lighting will feature fabulous entertainers The Ukulalas, Bahía Vieja, Juventud Latina, Ukulalas, Charm City Sings, and Too Much Talent, along with some special guests and carolers! There will also be live music, food vendors and trucks, local gift vendors, Santa & holiday characters, toy drive and more...FREE!
Dates: December 7th Time: Sunday 4 PM-6:30 PM
Location: Patterson Park Observatory, E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Tickets: Free
Dogs like the Lights too! Check out Tail Lights and walk through the lights with your family, friends, and pups! Costumes encouraged for both dogs and humans. All dogs must be leashed, and a portion of proceeds from this event benefit the Howard County General Hospital. The course is approximately 1 mile. Children 3 and under are free. Strollers and wagons are welcome.
Dates: Monday, December 8th
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044, United
Tickets: Free
Dog-Friendly Holiday Events & Markets
There will be over 65+ local and international vendors with unique holiday giftware. They will be located both inside the huge heated festival tent and along the waterfront promenade in traditional wooden booths with a great view over the wintry Inner Harbor and West Shore Park. Don’t miss the famous vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt with authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. Come and celebrate the spirit of the holidays once again at Baltimore’s beloved holiday tradition!
Date: November 22 - December 24. Closed Nov 24, 25, 26
Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
Location: Baltimore Waterfront, 401 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Tickets: Free
Fell's Point is the place to be this holiday season with lots of events for the whole family, including pups! Mark your calendar for the Olde Tyme Christmas! The day will be kicked off with the arrival of Santa by tugboat at 9am. Then he heads to Barcocina for “Photos with Santa” and fun crafts for the kiddos. Later in the day there will be “Pet Photos with Santa” on the Broadway Square leading up to the “Lighting of the Christmas Tree”and then the “Lighted Boat Parade”. It’s always a very special day in Fell’s Point
Date: December 7
Time: 9 AM - 8 PM
Location: 1632 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA
Tickets: Free
Celebrate the holidays with fellow dog lovers! Rescue dogs, dog lovers, and animal advocates will all gather to spread holiday cheer!
Date: December 7
Time: 12 PM - 3 PM
Location: 2007 A Lineage Ln, Crownsville, MD 21032, USA
Tickets: Free
Give the gift of a furever home this holiday season!
Date: December 13
Time: 10 PM - 2 PM
Location: 120 Burke Ave, Towson, MD 21286, USA
Tickets: Free
Join the fun at the Mayor’s Christmas Parade this holiday season!
Date: December 14
Time: 1 PM - 4 PM
Location: W 36th St, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA
Tickets: Free
You don't want to miss this festive night of gingerbread house decorating, delicious specialty drinks, and a little friendly competition! Bring your creativity to life as you design your own gingerbread masterpiece. Compete for fun prizes in three categories: Best Overall, Most Creative, and Most Festive! Whether you’re a gingerbread architect or just in it for the laughs, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Cozy up with a seasonal drink in hand, and let’s make this holiday season one to remember!
Date: December 16
Time: 6 PM - 11 PM
Location: 1649 S Hanover St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Tickets: $25 gets you your in unassembled gingerbread house, all your decorating materials, and a specialty drink!
Dog Photos with Santa
Get your pups photo taken with Santa while you enjoy happy hour! There will be complimentary pup cups plus a dog and human menu available! This is an event you sure do not want to miss this holiday season!
Date: December 4
Time: 5 PM - 7 PM
Location: 2723 Lighthouse Point E, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Tickets: $15
Don't miss out on Frosty Fest! Get a photo with Santa and support small businesses! Photos with Santa will be from 10-12 for kids and 12-2 for pets, and all of the wonderful Federal Hill businesses will be ready for visitors.
Date: December 6
Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
Location: 1065 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Tickets: Free
Bring your furry best friend and hang out for a jolly good time at Pet Photos with Santa! All proceeds go to the Baltimore Humane Society. You sure won't want to miss out on this opportunity!
Date: December 6
Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
Location: 10383 Reisterstown Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117, USA
Tickets: $10 per family
Santa Paws is coming to town!!! Take your pup over to Mobtown Brewery on Saturday December 6th for pictures with Santa! There will goodie bags, drinks, snacks and fun for the whole family! Admission is free, donations welcome. All donations will go to BARCS Animal Rescue and Care Shelter.
Date: Saturday, December 6th Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Mobtown Brewery, 4015 Foster Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Tickets: Free!
Dog-Friendly Christmas Tree Farms
Check out these awesome dog-friendly Christmas tree farms and get into the holiday spirit For the full list of details on these dog-friendly tree farms, check out our Dog-Friendly Christmas Tree Farms in Maryland blog post here!
Payne Christmas Trees & Holiday Market
Davidson Christmas Tree Farm
TLV Tree Farm
Gunpowder Tree Farm
Wolfe's Pine Valley Farms
Clemsonville Christmas Tree Farms
Greenway Farms Christmas Trees
Linden Hill Christmas Tree Farm
Showvaker's Christmas Tree Farm
Dog-Friendly Christmas Must-Haves
Support local and visit our online shop to get into the holiday spirit with your pup. We've got something for every dog and pet parent on your list (naughty or nice). If you're buying for a friend and not sure what to get, here are our most popular items this holiday season:
We strongly recommend that you visit the event or venue websites before visiting for the latest hours and policies. Please remember to bring poo bags and pick up after your pet when nature calls. Let's be responsible pet owners so that we can continue visiting these festive events with our dogs for years to come!
If you visit one of these dog-friendly Christmas events or one that isn't listed above, we'd love to hear about your experience! Reach out to us at hello@dogsofcharmcity.net or on Instagram.
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Dog-Friendly Christmas Tree Farms in Maryland
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