Winter Wonderland Market
2024-12-07 14:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Visit our Winter Wonderland Market featuring dozens of artisans who will have unique gift items for everyone on your list! 2-9pm at the Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD. FREE admission.

Christmas Train Garden
2024-12-07 14:00 - 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 29 @ 5-9pm
November 30 @ 2-9pm
December 6 @ 5-9pm
December 7 @ 2-9pm
December 8 @ 3-9pm
December 13 @ 5-9pm
December 14 @ 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.

Harford Choral Society Holiday Concert
2024-12-07 15:00 - 16:30 | St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, 21014, United States
2024 Holiday Concert

The singers present a festive holiday concert featuring Telemann’s Magnificat in C Major, Montiverdi’s Beatus Vir, several beautiful carols, and a composition by Richard Maltz, a member of the HCS bass section.
Find the perfect gift at our silent auction, held before and after the program.

Bel Air Christkindl Markt
2024-12-07 15:00 - 20:00 | Independent Brewing Company, 418 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Bel Air Christkindl Markt
at Independent Brewing Co.
418 N. Main Street
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
December 7th, 2024
3-8pm
Join us for the inaugural Christkindl Holiday Village at Independent Brewing Co. Come for a huge variety of ales and ciders, settle into a warm and inviting atmosphere while enjoying over 65 local artists and small businesses offering a plethora of must-have gifts, plus food and drink, carolers, and much more, including a few surprises!
Let us know if you’re coming and/or interested!!! It helps the vendors prepare for you. We can’t wait to see you!
Please follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: @belairchristkindlmarkt
Facebook: Bel Air Christkindl Markt

Holiday Open House at the Bel Air Library
2024-12-07 16:00 - 21:00 | Bel Air Library, 100
Experience the town of Bel Air’s Winter Wonderland activities and celebrate the holiday season with the library! We will have crafts, refreshments, and music, as well as special items to check out through our Traveling Library van. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Saturday, December 7 at the Bel Air Branch of the Harford County Public Library
4-9 pm
Holiday After-Hours Open House – Harford County Public Library

Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
2024-12-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Enjoy the spirit of the holiday season along Main Street with light displays, including the Bel Air Armory, Harford County Courthouse and Bel Air Town Hall. From November 30, 2024 – January 6, 2024, downtown Bel Air will be lit with thousands of warm lights for the community to enjoy from 5-11 pm each night. Immerse yourself in the glow of holiday lights while enjoying live musical performances, carolers and much more (select Saturdays). On this date, Main Street will be closed from 4-9 pm! Plus you can check items off your gift giving list with extended hours in many of our shops.

Spirits of Christmas Past: Christmas Candlelight Tour
2024-12-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-12-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-12-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Main Street & Fulford Avenue, Main Street & Fulford Avuenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Main St. & Fulford Ave., Bel Air MD 21014
Join us for a unique Christmas adventure. Learn about Christmas in days gone by while wandering through Bel Air’s Winter Wonderland with docent Julie Brasch at the Society’s second annual Candlelight Christmas Tour.
Tours begin on Friday, November 29, and run every Friday and Saturday until December 30. The Christmas Candlelight Tour will meander along Main Street with our tour guide sharing the stories of the many holiday traditions that have developed over time and some unique stories about local traditions
Participants will meet for the one-and-a-half-hour tour at Main Street and Fulford Avenue in Bel Air at 6 pm. Free parking is available at the Hays House Museum parking lot at 324 Kenmore Avenue.
Come a bit early, and visit the Hays House Museum, where we will welcome guests between 4:30 and 5:30 pm. Enjoy the chance to view the beautiful holiday decorations provided by the Evergreen Garden Club and the Society’s African American Experience exhibit. While there, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa or cider.
Tour groups are limited to 20 people, and pre-registration is required. Tickets will not be available on-site. Tours are weather- dependent. Tour directors will make any decision to cancel a tour due to weather conditions two hours prior to the event.
Register now: $20 for adults and $7 for children 12 and under.
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E358615&id=25

Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra - A Holiday of Drummers Drumming!
2024-12-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
48th Season in 2024-2025: Awaken to the SSO’s 48th Season!
The SSO’s Holiday Concert includes many favorite SSO audience pieces plus the shenanigans our audiences have come to love. There will be audience participation, of course, plus Steel Pandemic, a local steel drum band, will join the Orchestra and play some fun Christmas music!
Leroy Anderson – A Christmas Festival
Daniel Dorff – Pachelbel’s Christmas
arr. Brian Folus – A Taste of Chanukah
Sheldon Bair – ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Katie Stout, soprano
arr. Sheldon Bair – Christmas Sing Along
arr. Mark Hellem – Still, Still, Still
arr. Sheldon Bair – The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy
featuring steel drum ensemble Steel Pandemic
arr. Doris Reinhardt and Sheldon Bair – A Steel Pan Christmas
featuring steel drum ensemble Steel Pandemic
arr. Jesse Ayers – Caribbean Joy (Joy to the World for steel pans and orchestra)
April and Welles Still – The Wooden Soldier World Premiere
arr. Sheldon Bair – The Twelve Days of Christmas
The lobby opens at 6 pm for patrons to enjoy concessions from Coffee Coffee and local artist and author vendors.
A pre-concert discussion will be held at 7 pm.
While we welcome children at our concerts, we kindly ask that children who cannot remain silent be escorted to the lobby as a courtesy to the other patrons and performers.
We appreciate your support of the orchestra, but please stay home if you are ill for the protection of the community.
Ticket Information:

PRICING: Lowest ticket prices online before the day of the concert!
Online sales (with small service fee) end the evening before the concert.
Concert-night sales will be $5 more at the door, up to capacity limit.
SEATING: is general admission. Accessible seats are reserved in the auditorium and are available on a first-come first-served basis.
PRINT AT HOME TICKETS: may be shown digitally on a phone or printed. We will not collect the ticket from you.
CHILDREN 10 YEARS & UNDER: Tickets are free, but their tickets should be reserved for capacity/attendance limits.

This performance is supported by the Harford County Government, as well as with grants from the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and MSAC through the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
48th Season in 2024-2025: Awaken to the SSO’s 48th Season!
The SSO’s Holiday Concert includes many favorite SSO audience pieces plus the shenanigans our audiences have come to love. There will be audience participation, of course, plus Steel Pandemic, a local steel drum band, will join the Orchestra and play some fun Christmas music!
Leroy Anderson – A Christmas Festival
Daniel Dorff – Pachelbel’s Christmas
arr. Brian Folus – A Taste of Chanukah
Sheldon Bair – ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Katie Stout, soprano
arr. Sheldon Bair – Christmas Sing Along
arr. Mark Hellem – Still, Still, Still
arr. Sheldon Bair – The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy
featuring steel drum ensemble Steel Pandemic
arr. Doris Reinhardt and Sheldon Bair – A Steel Pan Christmas
featuring steel drum ensemble Steel Pandemic
arr. Jesse Ayers – Caribbean Joy (Joy to the World for steel pans and orchestra)
April and Welles Still – The Wooden Soldier World Premiere
arr. Sheldon Bair – The Twelve Days of Christmas
The lobby opens at 6 pm for patrons to enjoy concessions from Coffee Coffee and local artist and author vendors.
A pre-concert discussion will be held at 7 pm.
While we welcome children at our concerts, we kindly ask that children who cannot remain silent be escorted to the lobby as a courtesy to the other patrons and performers.
We appreciate your support of the orchestra, but please stay home if you are ill for the protection of the community.
Ticket Information:

PRICING: Lowest ticket prices online before the day of the concert!
Online sales (with small service fee) end the evening before the concert.
Concert-night sales will be $5 more at the door, up to capacity limit.
SEATING: is general admission. Accessible seats are reserved in the auditorium and are available on a first-come first-served basis.
PRINT AT HOME TICKETS: may be shown digitally on a phone or printed. We will not collect the ticket from you.
CHILDREN 10 YEARS & UNDER: Tickets are free, but their tickets should be reserved for capacity/attendance limits.

This performance is supported by the Harford County Government, as well as with grants from the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and MSAC through the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
https://www.purplepass.com/events/303457-a-holiday-of-drummers-drumming!-7%3A30-pm-dec-7th-2024
Not Allowed
No food/drink allowed in the auditorium. No photography or cell phone use during the concert. No smoking on premises.

Harmony of Opposites Exhibit at the Liriodendron
2024-12-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Liriodendron is proud to host an exhibit featuring the works of Baltimore-based painter Minas Konsolas from October 13 through December 8.
Born in Greece, Minas Konsolas has lived in Baltimore since 1976, where he graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art. He is the former owner of Minas Gallery, and now works out of his studio in Charles Village.
Konsolas is known for employing a variety of artistic styles and techniques, which allows his work to continually evolve. His constant focus is how light interacts with color and form. His original artwork and reproductions are widely collected, and has appeared in numerous literary journals and on two public murals in Baltimore City.
Visit https://minaskonsolas.com/ to learn more about this amazing artist and his stunning work!
The exhibit opens on Sunday, October 13 from 11 am to 3 pm, where you can meet the artist. His paintings will be on view every Wednesday through December 4 from 1 to 5 pm, on Sunday, November 10 from 10 to 2, and on Sunday, December 8 from 11 to 3. The paintings will also be on view during our Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 7.
To learn more, or to schedule a private viewing, contact us at 410-879-4424 or info@liriodendron.com.

The Liriodendron mansion’s 2nd floor houses exhibit space featuring artwork, educational exhibits, and archival collections.

Exhibits are open to the public for viewing during the mansion’s Open House hours:

Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm and Second Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm.

Exhibits are also available for viewing during public-facing events or by appointment.

For additional information, or to learn about becoming involved as a volunteer docent, please call 410-879-4424 or email us at info@liriodendron.com

Christmas Music at the Hays House
2024-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Performers Betsy Saik and Kathy Fleming will present a holiday program on period musical instruments at 1:00 P.M., and the Hays House will be open for tours until 4:00 P.M.
Hays House is located at 324 Kenmore Avenue in Bel Air.

Christmas Train Garden
2024-12-08 15:00 - 20:00 | 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 29 @ 5-9pm
November 30 @ 2-9pm
December 6 @ 5-9pm
December 7 @ 2-9pm
December 8 @ 3-9pm
Following the Christmas Parade, visit the Train Garden at Mt. Ararat Lodge at 136 E. Gordon Street.
ON THE NIGHT OF THE PARADE, AFTER THE CEREMONIES IN THE PARK, MT. ARARAT LODGE WILL BE LIGHTING UP THE LODGE WITH OVER 3,000 LIGHTS AND SANTA WILL BE MAKING AN EXCITING APPEARANCE.
THE CHILDREN WILL BE ABLE TO SIT ON SANTAS LAP AND FAMILY’S CAN TAKE THEIR OWN PHOTOS WITH HIM. EACH CHILD WILL BE ABLE TO LEAVE WITH A GIFT!
THE TRAIN EXPERIENCE WILL ALSO PROVIDE HOT CHOCOLATE, COOKIES AND HOT DOGS.
December 13 @ 5-9pm
December 14 @ 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.

34th Annual Bel Air Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
2024-12-08 15:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The 34th annual Bel Air Christmas Parade begins at 3:30 pm on Sunday, December 8, 2024 – down Main Street at Churchville Road to Lee Street and ending at Hickory Avenue. Community bonfire and singalong in Shamrock Park with food trucks, cookies and hot chocolate at 4:15 pm and the Tree Lighting at approximately 4:45. Scheduled to appear: Stilt walkers and acrobats, local high school marching bands, costumed characters and mascots, beauty queens, dancers, floats, musical groups and even some special equestrian guests, ending with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus! Event is weather permitting. In the case of bad weather, the event will be cancelled and not rescheduled.
Following the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, visit the Train Garden at Mt. Ararat Lodge at 136 E. Gordon Street.
ON THE NIGHT OF THE PARADE, AFTER THE CEREMONIES IN THE PARK, MT. ARARAT LODGE WILL BE LIGHTING UP THE LODGE AT 7PM WITH OVER 3,000 LIGHTS AND SANTA WILL BE MAKING AN EXCITING APPEARANCE.
THE CHILDREN WILL BE ABLE TO SIT ON SANTAS LAP AND FAMILY’S CAN TAKE THEIR OWN PHOTOS WITH HIM. EACH CHILD WILL BE ABLE TO LEAVE WITH A GIFT!
THE TRAIN EXPERIENCE WILL ALSO PROVIDE HOT CHOCOLATE, COOKIES AND HOT DOGS.

5th Annual Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge Lighting & Train Garden
2024-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Mt. Ararat Lodge #44, 136 E. Gordon Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Santa Visit and Lodge lighting at Bel Air’s Masonic Lodge #44 at 136 E. Gordon Street in Bel Air.
After the downtown Bel Air Christmas Parade and celebration, join Santa at the Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge #44 at 7pm a block away from Shamrock Park across from St Margaret’s Church at 136 E Gordon St. Santa will arrive to light up the lodge with over 55,000 lights. All children will see Santa and receive a gift for FREE. Hot chocolate and cookies for all. Bel Air’s train garden open for all to explore!! FREE ADMISSION!

Historical Society of Harford County
2024-12-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-12 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

Holiday Greens Sale at Historical Society of Harford County
2024-12-10 11:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Holiday Green Sale: Advent Wreaths, Holiday Centerpieces & Trees for Sale
The Historical Society of Harford County, Inc. will offer a choice of creative arrangements for your holiday pleasure this year. Options range from beautifully designed Advent Wreaths, Christmas trees, and one or two candle centerpieces. All will include fresh evergreens, boxwood, berries, and ribbons to grace your holiday celebration. The sale includes:

Advent Wreaths $45 – Place your order by Friday, November 22, 2024, for pick up at the Historical Society on Tuesday, November 26 between 11 AM and 2 PM
Centerpieces and Christmas Trees – Place your orders by Monday, December 6, 2024. Pick up will be Wednesday, December 10, and Thursday, December 11 between 11 AM and 2 PM at the Historical Society, 143 N. Main St., Bel Air MD
Single Candle Centerpieces $20
Two Candle Centerpieces $30
Christmas Tree $40
Hurricane Globe and Brass Candlesticks with Greenery $45

To place an order, visit www.harfordhistory.org. All proceeds go towards the ongoing work of the Historical Society.

Christmas Train Garden
2024-12-13 17:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-14 14:00 - 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 29 @ 5-9pm
November 30 @ 2-9pm
December 6 @ 5-9pm
December 7 @ 2-9pm
December 8 @ 4-9pm
December 13 @ 5-9pm
December 14 @ 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.

Fall Teen Art Nights - Natural Critters
2024-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Join this workshop for teens at Harford Artists Gallery and create natural ornaments using materials such as pine cones, acorns, flowers and seed pods to give each critter its own unique personality and expression. Cost is $20 with all supplies included.
December 13, 6-8 pm.
Lead by artist Heatherleigh Braun.
For more information and to reserve a spot call 410-420-9499.

The Nutcracker by John Carroll Ballet Academy
2024-12-13 19:00 - 20:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Join us for an evening of holiday magic on Friday, December 13th at 7pm at the John Carroll School. We are excited to present The Nutcracker! Dazzling dancers in stunning costumes will perform this timeless classic that is sure to please an audience of all ages. You won’t want to miss it! Seating is not assigned. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show. Tickets are non-refundable. The show will last approximately 1.5 hours with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are $20/each.
For tickets: https://www.johncarroll.org/patriot-experience/arts/dance?fbclid=IwY2xjawFpBexleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXqTlRGCnt2wAmy9zdSRXF2vKF4HvSn7xemFBb4Sz8BOuRbz892r-6haFg_aem_zKXqEMJ5xXpma5pGqaFacg

Bel Air Farmers Winter Market
2024-12-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
The Bel Air Farmer’s Market is a producer-only market where everything sold is grown, raised, or made by over 60 local vendors from the Bel Air, Maryland area.
The Market offers a diverse range of products including seasonal fresh produce, non-gmo meats, eggs, dairy products, baked goods, breads, pet treats, jarred foods, flowers, honey products, mushrooms, herbs, olive oil, various sundries as well as locally crafted beers, wines, spirits and SO much more.
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The 2024 Market Schedule
MARKET SEASON is OPEN every Saturday from April 13 to November 23, 2024, 8am to 12pm
Winter Market is OPEN every Saturday from November 23 to December 21, 2024, 9am to 11am

Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
2024-12-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Enjoy the spirit of the holiday season along Main Street with light displays, including the Bel Air Armory, Harford County Courthouse and Bel Air Town Hall. From November 30, 2024 – January 6, 2024, downtown Bel Air will be lit with thousands of warm lights for the community to enjoy from 5-11 pm each night. Immerse yourself in the glow of holiday lights while enjoying live musical performances, carolers and much more (select Saturdays) from 5-9 pm! Plus you can check items off your gift giving list with extended hours in many of our shops.

The Nutcracker by the John Carroll Ballet Academy
2024-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States

The Nutcracker by the John Carroll Ballet Academy
2024-12-15 14:00 - 15:30 | The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Join us for an afternoon of holiday magic on Saturday, December 14th at 2pm at the John Carroll School. We are excited to present The Nutcracker! Dazzling dancers in stunning costumes will perform this timeless classic that is sure to please an audience of all ages. You won’t want to miss it! Seating is not assigned. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show. Tickets are non-refundable. The show will last approximately 1.5 hours with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are $20/each.
Tickets: https://www.johncarroll.org/patriot-experience/arts/dance?fbclid=IwY2xjawFpBexleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXqTlRGCnt2wAmy9zdSRXF2vKF4HvSn7xemFBb4Sz8BOuRbz892r-6haFg_aem_zKXqEMJ5xXpma5pGqaFacg

Snowman Acrylic Painting Drop-In Workshop
2024-12-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Snowman Acrylic Painting Drop-In Workshop led by artist Sue Ann Peters. Class is limited to 12 participants.
No registration required. Cost is $10 with all supplies included.
Harford Artists Gallery is located at Armory Marketplace, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air.
https://www.artinharford.org

Bel Air Community Band Winter Concert
2024-12-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
njoy 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.
