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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
A new tradition is lighting up Harbor East this holiday season. 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. Be sure to catch the unforgettable moment when the inaugural Merryland Tree lights up the night!
Date: Saturday, November 23rd Time: 12 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: Harbor East, 650 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Tickets: RSVP here for free parking!
Drive through this 2-mile festive display of lights to get you into the holiday spirit. This event has become a tradition for many families! The display is a scenic drive along the shore of the Chesapeake Bay with more than 70 spectacular animated and stationary displays illuminating the roadway.
Dates: November 24th - January 1st, 2025 Time: Sunday-Thursday from 5 PM to 9 PM & Friday & Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM
Location: Annapolis, 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409, USA
Tickets: $20 and up per vehicle
Dog-Friendly Holiday Events & Markets
Your $30 ticket purchase allows you to play all 20 games of this event which includes 19 regular games ($75 cash prize each) and 1 jackpot game ($500 cash prize). Additional bingo cards, special games and 50/50 raffles will be available for purchase at the event. Food will be available for purchase at the event, though you are also welcome to bring your own food into the hall.
Dates: November 16th Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Catonsville, 2832 Nine Mile Cir, Catonsville, MD 21228, USA
Tickets: $30 tickets which allows you to play all 20 games!
Join us for a fun, FREE & festive Thanksgiving/fall-inspired celebration at Blue Pit's dog-friendly patio!
This event features pumpkin pie pup cups for your furry friend, fall-themed cocktails for you, DIY Thanksgiving turkey paw print crafts, photo opps, giveaways & more!
Date: Thursday, November 21st Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Blue Pit BBQ & Whiskey Bar, 1601 Union Ave, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA
Tickets: Free!
Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you get into the Christmas spirit at this festive event, modeled after the traditional Christmas Markets in Germany. Vendors in wooden booths will sell traditional European food, sweets and drinks. Enjoy browsing a large variety of international holiday gifts, ornaments and crafts. Please check the event website for weekend and holiday hours as well as special or weather-related closures before attending the event. Fido is allowed in the outdoor areas and large parts of the indoor tent area, except for the Käthe Wohlfahrt vending area.
Date: November 23rd to December 24th Time: 12 PM to 8 PM (Fridays & Saturdays until 9 PM)
Location: Baltimore, 401 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Tickets: Free!
40+ artisans and vendors from art, baked goods, beverages, books, candles, clothing, jewelry, vintage items, woodworking and more! Dogs welcome!
Date: Saturday, December 7th Time: 12 PM - 5 PM
Location: Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1421 Ridgely St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Tickets: Free!
Dachshunds of Baltimore Holiday Party
Join Dachshunds of Baltimore for their annual Holiday Party. We'll be meeting up at Baltimore's latest Brewery, Mystique Barrel Brewing 🍻 Pups and humans are strongly encouraged to come in their coziest, cutest, or ugliest sweaters!
Date: Saturday, December 14th
Time: 12 PM - 2 PM
Location: 912 Washington BLVD
Tickets: Free!
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Get ready to show off your sweet skills and creativity at the Gingerbread House Contest. There will be delicious speciality drinks and friendly competition! Whether you're a gingerbread house architect or just in it for the laughs, this is a holiday event you won't want to miss!
Date: Saturday, December 14th
Time: 7 PM - 9 PM
Location: 1649 South Hanover Street Baltimore, MD 21230 United States
Tickets: $23.18
Dog Photos with Santa
Kick off the holiday season with the Maryland SPCA at our 2nd Annual Pawliday Village! Put a leash on your dog, get shoes on the kids and enjoy fun for the whole family. Enjoy shopping at a variety of vendors and participate in fun, festive activities. This event is pet-friendly!
Date: Saturday, November 16th Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
Location: Baltimore, 301 E Cromwell St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Tickets: Free!
Join Harbor East for the inaugural Reindog Pawrade to benefit BARCS! Dress up with your pet as you walk down the block in the pawrade, or just come to watch! BARCS encourages all winter and holiday themed costumes. Pawrade participants will begin lining up at 11:45am at Haagan Daz with the pawrade beginning at 12pm
Date: Saturday, November 23rd
Time: 12 PM - 3 PM
Location: 685 President St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
Tickets: Free!
Pup Pictures with Santa
Santa will be outside for all customers who want to snap a pic with their good boys & girls on the front patio of Good Boy Bagels! BYO 📸 and snap a pic free of charge with the purchase of any food/beverage!
Date: Saturday, December 21st
Time: 12 PM - 2 PM
Location: 834 S Conkling St, Baltimore, MD 21224, United States
Tickets: Purchase of any food or drink to snap a free pic with Santa!
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
Jarrettsville Nurseries
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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