When it comes time for the family to visit this holiday season, your house is bound to be full—a little too full. Get your guests out of the house and into the holiday spirit with these fun, family-friendly activities in Montgomery County, Maryland. From spectacular railway displays to winter lights, these attractions are sure to be a holiday hit for everyone, even Scrooge.
Buy Gifts at Local Holiday Markets
Shopping at holiday markets in Montgomery County, Maryland is a delightful experience that captures the festive spirit of the season. From the charming streets of Bethesda to the historic corners of Rockville, our holiday markets offer a unique blend of local crafts, artisanal goods, and seasonal treats. We also have an insider’s guide to all of the artisan holiday markets not to miss this season.
Catch a Magical Performance
Montgomery County is ready to entertain this holiday season with two stage hits at Olney Theatre Center. In November, see the Fiddler on the Roof. Olney Theatre creates a rich and re-imagined Fiddler for a new generation to embrace through unforgettable songs like “If I Were a Rich Man,” “To Life,” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” It wouldn’t be the holidays without Olney’s favorite Christmas tradition – a unique twist on a timeless classic, A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas. Audiences come back season after season for Paul Morella’s captivating solo performance and masterful storytelling. Join the Music Center at Strathmore for their musical holiday performance The Christmas Story: Bach’s Christmas Oratorio by the Washington Bach Consort. Another performance for the season is a holiday classic: Handel’s Messiah by the National Philharmonic with the Baltimore Choral Arts Society.
Explore a Winter Wonderland
The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival welcomes visitors for another spectacular season. The wondrous display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park will be open nightly from November 25 through December 31. The 3.5-mile drive through the enchanted setting takes you past more than 450 illuminated displays and beautifully lit trees.
Check out other holiday lights displays around Montgomery County, too.
Eat Outdoors
Grab your cozy sweater and head to the farm for a local pint. Dine outdoors on heated and enclosed patios this winter. Rent a heated tent at Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company or enjoy a glass of wine on the patio at Windridge Vineyards. Waredaca Brewing Company offers a first come, first serve area with a fire pit. Check out our Top Places to Eat & Drink Outdoors This Winter for all the details.
Looking for more holiday fun inspiration?
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