Spirits of Christmas Past: Candlelight Tours
2025-12-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-19 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Main Street & Fulford Avenue, Main Street & Fulford Avuenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Society’s annual Candlelight Christmas Tour returns with docent Julie Brasch. Participants will enjoy Christmas stories of days gone by, caroling, delicious treats, and much more. Tours will begin on Friday, November 28, and run every Friday and Saturday until December 26.
Nighttime Walking Tours are weather-dependent. If the outdoor temperature at 6 pm is below 32°F, the event will be moved indoors to the Hays House Museum for a virtual tour and celebration.
Tickets are $20 and non-refundable unless the Historical Society cancels the tour. Tickets are limited and must be purchased online at least 24 hours before the tours at www.harfordhistory.org.
Tours start at the corner of Main and Fulford St., 221 S Main Street at M&T Bank.

The Nutcracker at John Carroll School
2025-12-13 07:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 15:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The John Carroll School’s College Preparatory Dance Program and Ballet Academy are thrilled to present “The Nutcracker” from December 12 to 14, 2025. Based on the timeless story ballet by Marius Petipa and featuring Tchaikovsky’s enchanting musical score, we invite you to embark on a journey to the magical Land of Sweets this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking visual experience filled with exquisite costumes and mesmerizing choreography as we celebrate the spirit of the holidays together. This performance will please an audience of all ages.
IMPORTANT! TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
You will receive an email with your tickets after you purchase them. For fastest entry, please ensure that you “view and print” your tickets to bring with you to the event! You will either need to view and print your actual tickets to show the seat numbers, name, and date, or provide your receipt with the QR code for scanning upon entry.
The Nutcracker in Bel Air – Checkout

Winter Bel Air Farmers' Market
2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
The Winter Bel Air Farmers’ Market is OPEN every Saturday from November 23 to December 21, 2024, 9am to 11am.

The Belle Aire Holiday Market
2025-12-13 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Parking Lot – 121 South Main Street, Bel Air, MD, United States
The Belle Aire Holiday Market is an open-air, holiday-themed artisan market that is an extension of our Belle Aire Market series! The Belle Aire Holiday Market is held on the 4 Saturdays from after Thanksgiving to before Christmas at 121 S Main St in Downtown Bel Air from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Featured at the market are dozens of unique artisan vendors selling everything from home decor to jewelry and body care products and more! After you’ve shopped with us, make sure to check out the rest of downtown’s shops and restaurants – Shop Small this holiday season (and all year round!).
The Belle Aire Holiday Market is a rain or shine event. The only circumstances which will lead to cancellation are those that are severe and/or life threatening weather conditions that may jeopardize our vendors and patrons; a decision to cancel will be made as far in advance as possible. In that case we will post a message to this website and our Facebook and Instagram pages. Follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook to keep updated on The Belle Aire Holiday Market and our other events.
The Belle Aire Holiday Market 2025 Dates
November 29, December 6, December 13, and December 20

The Belle Aire Holiday Market Musicians

November 29 TBD
December 6 TBD
December 13 TBD
December 20 TBD

Parking

Plenty of parking is available throughout Downtown Bel Air. All parking is free in Downtown Bel Air on weekends and after 5 p.m. on weekdays. Click here to see where you can park.

Harford Artists Holiday Open House & Sale
2025-12-13 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-14 10:00 - 18:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Gallery at Harford Artists, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104
Enjoy holiday shopping for unique gift items and original artwork created by local artists. December 13 from 10 am to 8 pm and December 14 from 10 am to 6 pm. Call 410-420-9499 or visit https://www.artinharford.org.

Premium Workshop: Stained Glass Holiday Deer
2025-12-13 12:00 - 15:30 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Time & Location

Dec 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Bel Air, 37 N Main St Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA

About the event

An introduction to stained-glass materials and techniques.
Participants will be Introduced to the use of stained-glass materials and tools, necessary safety equipment, glass cutting techniques, glass grinding, copper foiling, soldering skills, patina application, and polishing. Explore your artistic abilities and let your creativity shine through glass!
Limit to 10 participants. All supplies included in workshop fee!

Christmas Train Garden
2025-12-13 14:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Mt. Ararat Lodge #44, 136 E. Gordon Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Get into the Christmas spirit with a trip through the magical and unique train garden designed especially for Bel Air! The garden features a lighted Christmas train, ice skaters, and plenty of town and countryside scenes that are sure to delight people of every age! Admission is free. The train garden will be open starting the Friday after Thanksgiving during the following hours:
November 28 @ 5-9pm
November 29 @ 2-9pm
December 5 @ 5-9pm
December 6 @ 2-9pm
December 7 @ 3-9pm – Mt. Ararat Lodge will hold an official holiday lodge lighting at 6 pm. Following the lighting, Santa will be available in the lodge room, where children can sit with Santa and have pictures taken with him. Each child can also choose a FREE toy. This event is open to the public and free to attend. At the Christmas Train Garden, cookies, popcorn, & hot chocolate will be served.
December 12 @ 5-9pm
December 13 @ 2-9pm
December 19 @ 5-9pm
December 20 @ 2-9pm
Special thanks to volunteer and town resident, Joe Bragg, and his team of volunteers for bringing this amazing display to life for our community.

Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
2025-12-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Downtown Bel Air.
Come shop, dine and play in Downtown Bel Air. Winter Wonderland will feature over 100,000 lights illuminating the Main Street area. Enjoy our shops and restaurants while soaking up some holiday spirit! Every Saturday between Thanksgiving and the New Year. Special events on November 29, December 6 and December 13.
For times and information, visit https://www.christmasinbelair.com for details.
winter wonderland

CANCELED - Drop-In Workshop: Kinusaiga Ornaments
2025-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Kinusaiga Ornaments Drop-In Workshop led by artist Marisa Canino at The Gallery of Harford Artists.
November 30 from 11 am to 1 pm. No pre-registration required. All are welcome. Class is limited to first 18 participants.
Cost is $10/person with all supplies included.

CANCELED - The Nutcracker at John Carroll School
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
CANCELED – The John Carroll School’s College Preparatory Dance Program and Ballet Academy are thrilled to present “The Nutcracker” from December 12 to 14, 2025. Based on the timeless story ballet by Marius Petipa and featuring Tchaikovsky’s enchanting musical score, we invite you to embark on a journey to the magical Land of Sweets this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking visual experience filled with exquisite costumes and mesmerizing choreography as we celebrate the spirit of the holidays together. This performance will please an audience of all ages.
IMPORTANT! TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
You will receive an email with your tickets after you purchase them. For fastest entry, please ensure that you “view and print” your tickets to bring with you to the event! You will either need to view and print your actual tickets to show the seat numbers, name, and date, or provide your receipt with the QR code for scanning upon entry.
The Nutcracker in Bel Air – Checkout

CANCELED - Bel Air Community Band Winter Concert
2025-12-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Enjoy a beautiful selection of seasonal and holiday music for all ages. Many styles and popular music will be featured to get you in the spirit of the holidays! Admission is free. Visit www.belaircommunityband.org.

CANCELED - The Erik Byrd Trio Plays A Charlie Brown Christmas
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
CANCELED – The Eric Byrd Trio will return to the Liriodendron on Sunday, December 14 with their special holiday concert featuring music from the beloved TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas!
This spectacular DC-based jazz trio will get you into the holiday spirit with a live performance of Vince Guaraldi’s masterpiece score for the Christmas classic in the beautifully-decorated Liriodendron.
The whole family will love this magical show!
Performances at 4 pm and 7 pm. Doors open at 3 pm for the 4 o’clock show, and at 6 pm for the 7 o’clock show.
Music at the Mansion is made possible in part by a grant from Maryland State Arts Council through Harford County Cultural Arts Board, and by a grant from Harford County.

Car Menorah Parade & Annual Chanukah at the Park
2025-12-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Shamrock Park, Hickory Avenue and Lee Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 | 5:00 PM
Celebrate the first night of the festival of Chanukah with an open air get together and a public display of light and warmth, as we light the Chanukah menorah at Shamrock Park (Lee Way & Hickory Avenues in Bel Air, 21014) together with the community. Click Here to RSVP

A Magical Motown Christmas 2
2025-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Save the Date for A Magical Motown Christmas! We’re thrilled to announce that the already incredible lineup just got even better! Joining the show is Temptations legend Glenn Leonard, the powerhouse voice behind their unforgettable hit “Silent Night.” Also taking the stage is William Coleman from the platinum-selling group The Persuaders!This is going to be an unforgettable night of Motown magic benefiting Harford Family House. December 14 | 6 PM Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street

Historical Society of Harford County
2025-12-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Historical Society of Harford County
143 N. Main Street
Tuesday – Thursday 9 am – 3 pm and the 4th Saturday of each month 10 am -2 pm. Closed holiday weekends.
Local historical exhibits, maps, plats, photographs, genealogy and 1800s newspapers. Lectures, programs and social events throughout the year. $5.00 fee for non-members to conduct research in the facility. Call 410.838.7691 or visit www.harfordhistory.org

John Carroll Christmas Concert
2025-12-16 18:30 - 19:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The John Carroll School, 703 E. Churchville Road
A festive Christmas concert featuring all John Carroll Music Department ensembles: Concert Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Bella Voce (a capella choir), Patriettes (treble a capella choir), Jazz Band and Rock Band. 6:30 pm. Admission is FREE. Visit https://www.johncarroll.org/patiot-experience/arts/music.

Hot Cocoa Nights and the Harford Artists Gallery
2025-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Join Harford Artists Gallery the first three Wednesdays in December for a sweet escape into art and flavor! Sip from our decadent hot cocoa bar, complete with specialty toppings, and browse handcrafted treasures from local artists. Cozy vibes, creative finds, and cocoa magic await! What is your favorite cocoa topping?

Fly Dance Fitness (December 3, 10, 17, 2025)
2025-12-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Fly Dance Fitness® is a down right booty shakin’ dance fitness workout! Each class incorporates fun, funky, easy to follow repetitive choreographed moves. This format combines cardiovascular exercise, agility and memory retention. One new routine will be taught step by step in each class. No dance experience needed. Wear tennis shoes.
This registration includes 3 weeks of class (December 3, 10, 17, 2025)–class is 6:30-7:30pm (doors open 6:10pm). NO CLASS 12/24 and 12/31. Purchase one ticket (listed under the December 3rd date) and you will be registered for all 3 weeks. Must register online in advance by 12/3 at 2pm. Sales will close once all spots have been claimed.
Taught by the ONLY Certified Fly Dance Instructor in Maryland, Tina is a wife, mom, Senior Associate of Finance/Owner of her family owned business. Tina’s passion for instructing group fitness began in 2011. Tina has always loved motivating her participants to challenge themselves, step out of their comfort zones, and just have FUN!! Tina has excelled her fitness training with running Spartan Races. She is currently certified in Fly Dance Fitness, Les Mills BodyPump, BodyJam, and Barre Intensity.

Breakfast with Santa - Bel Air Drama Company
2025-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Come enjoy Bel Air Drama Company’s annual Breakfast with Santa! Expect pancakes, hot cocoa, photos with Santa & his elves, holiday activities, & LIVE MUSIC!
Tickets are $6 online or $8 at the door. No cash.
Bel Air High School Drama

Kids Storytime at the Hays House Museum
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Bring your young ones to the Hays House Museum to enjoy holiday crafts, games, and holiday treats. A local storyteller will share a special holiday selection with attendees, bringing the Christmas spirit to life.
Tickets are nonrefundable unless the Historical Society cancels the program. Tickets are limited. Fee $ 7.50.
