10 Things to Do in Maryland Between Christmas and New Years
Here are ten delightful things to do in Maryland between Christmas and New Year’s that will make this transitional period memorable and enjoyable. Whether you’re looking to embrace the last moments of Christmas cheer or seeking new experiences to kick off the upcoming year, the Old Line State has something for everyone.
Food & Drink in Maryland
Grab Some Hot Chocolate
As the chill of winter settles in, nothing soothes the soul and brings a little comfort to the season, like a warm cup of hot chocolate. The best places in Maryland to get hot chocolate are cozy coffee shops, artisanal chocolatiers, and even breweries.
Visit a Veteran Owned Brewery
Looking to support our brave veterans while enjoying a delicious craft beer? Discover the veteran-owned breweries in Maryland! These establishments offer unique and flavorful brews and embody the spirit of camaraderie and resilience that our service members embody.
Learn Some Maryland History
Visit Frederick and the Lighted Boats
During the holidays, visit Frederick, Maryland, and enjoy the lighted boats in Carroll Creek Park. This charming town features 18th—and 19th-century architecture, unique shops, restaurants, breweries, distilleries, museums and art galleries.
Learn Some History at Fort McHenry
Fort McHenry offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. As you explore the 43-acre grounds, you’ll be walking through a pivotal site in American history.
Museums in Maryland
Explore Maryland’s Unusual Museums
Explore 10 of Maryland’s unusual museums focused on art, medicine, and technology. Although Maryland is the ninth-smallest state in the U.S., it is home to various museums. Maryland is famous for its historical sites and art museums (Fort McHenry, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and Glenstone, for example). Still, it’s also known for its many unusual and quirky museums.
Inspect the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum
If you’re fascinated by aircraft, air travel, and the rich history of aviation, the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum in Middle River is a must-visit destination. For over 30 years, this museum has been a beacon of aerospace heritage, offering visitors an immersive experience of Maryland’s pivotal role in aviation.
Good Sports Exhibit at American Visionary
Good Sports: The Wisdom & Fun of Fair Play weaves together art created by global and local visionary artists, focused on sports and play imagery, film, photography, sculpture, fascinating sports medicine factoids, and quotes reflecting the wisdom of sports legends.
Outdoor Adventure in Maryland
Go Ice Skating
The winter weather in Maryland is only sometimes great, but you can still have fun at one of these Ice Skating Rinks in Maryland. New synthetic ice rinks allow skating even when outside temperatures aren’t low enough to keep ice frozen.
Discover the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC)
The Smithsonian Institution has an ecological research center just south of Annapolis, Maryland. Located off Muddy Creek Road in Edgewater, SERC has everything from trails to a spot for launching canoes and kayaks, plus an environmental archaeology museum. SERC is currently open to visitors daily.
OC Off Season
Last autumn, I learned that Ocean City, Maryland, is a delightful beach destination off-season, even when it’s too cold to swim. During the off-season, you can bicycle on the boardwalk at any time of day except during Sunfest and Springfest.
