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New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Celebrations in Maryland

As the clock ticks down to midnight, Maryland transforms into a vibrant hub of New Year’s Eve celebrations. From the iconic fireworks illuminating the Baltimore skyline to the charming local celebrations in towns across the state, there’s no shortage of ways to ring in the new year. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly gathering, a glamorous night out, or a cozy celebration with friends, Maryland’s New Year’s Eve events promise unforgettable experiences filled with joy, laughter, and hope for the year ahead.

December 31 @ 12:00 am – 12:30 am
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Baltimore
Baltimore Inner Harbor, E. Pratt & Light St, Baltimore
Pre-firework entertainment in Baltimore will begin at 7 p.m. along the Inner Harbor, followed by the fireworks and drone show that will occur simultaneously at the stroke of midnight. The best views of the fireworks are along the Inner Harbor promenade and surrounding areas, including the waterfront neighborhoods of Canton, Federal Hill, Fell’s Point, Harbor East and Locust Point. Free

December 31 @ 9:00 am – 9:30 pm
New Year’s Eve Fireworks over Spa Creek
Downtown Annapolis, Main Street, Annapolis
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at City Dock with the annual fireworks show. Fireworks can be seen from the banks of Spa Creek. Free

December 31 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Midnight at 7 – Merriweather
Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia
The Merriweather Symphony of Lights in Columbia is a one-mile course of scenic colored lights visitors can drive through to experience the holiday season. The experience opened on Nov. 29 and goes until Jan.4; however, visitors can walk through the light show on select dates. On New Year’s Eve, the venue will host the “Midnight at 7” event, giving attendees the chance to walk through the course one last time this holiday season. Fireworks will go off at 7 p.m., with music and food trucks. $15

December 31 @ 6:00 pm
First Night Talbot
Downtown Easton, 11 S Harrison St, Easton
First Night Talbot has entertainment and fun for the whole family. Traditionally, events are spread out among venues in downtown Easton, Maryland, culminating with the world-famous Crab Drop at midnight (and 9 p.m. for the early birds). Free

December 31 @ 6:00 pm
Berlin New Year’s Eve Celebration
Downtown Berlin, Bay Street & Stephen Decatur Park, Berlin
Join us in downtown Berlin for a 6pm ball drop! Why, 6 PM? Because that’s when its midnight in Berlin, Germany! Family friendly event with music & fun with ball drop at 6pm.

December 31 @ 9:00 pm
Midnight Muskrat Dive
Historic Downtown Princess Anne, Somerset Avenue, Princess Anne
Main Street Princess Anne is throwing a New Year’s Eve party, heralded as one of the most unique celebrations in the nation. A quirky celebration of local food, culture and traditions, the featured star is Marshall Muskrat, a dapper taxidermied rodent decked in a deep green felt top hat and a pale green silk cape, colors reminiscent of the hues of the marsh habitat that surrounds the Town of Princess Anne and extends throughout Somerset County. Free

December 31 @ 10:30 pm
Havre de Grace Duck Drop and Fireworks
Concord Point Park, 352 Commerce St, Havre de Grace
Celebrating 25 YEARS! Countdown to 2025 with our Annual Duck Drop located at Concord Point Park. Our DJ will mc the event with music followed by a spectacular midnight fireworks display. Celebrate the New Year and reminisce about the wonderful memories you made in 2024. You don’t want to miss this amazing event! Free

December 31 @ 11:30 pm
New Year’s Eve in Ocean City
Downtown Ocean City, Dorchester Street, Ocean City
Ring in the New Year in Ocean City, Maryland, with fireworks and kick-start the yearlong celebration of 150 Years of Ocean City! Ocean City’s fireworks display will take at two locations, downtown on the beach and uptown at Northside Park. The downtown fireworks on the beach near Dorchester Street will be bigger and better than ever to usher in the 150th anniversary of the Town. A smaller fireworks display will be available uptown at Northside Park. Free

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