The Nutcracker at John Carroll School
2025-12-12 07:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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

Historical Society of Harford County
2025-12-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-09 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-04 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

Fly Dance Fitness (December 3, 10, 17, 2025)
2025-12-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-03 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.

Hot Cocoa Nights and the Harford Artists Gallery
2025-12-10 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?

Decorated Winter Ornaments Kids' Workshop
2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Time & Location

Dec 09, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Bel Air, 37 N Main St Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA

About the event

Kids will various materials to create cute one of a kind holiday ornaments. Limit to 8 participants. All supplies included in workshop fee!

35th Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
2025-12-07 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. Call 410-838-0584 or visit https://www.christmasinbelair.com.

Christmas Train Garden & Mt. Ararat Lighting
2025-12-07 15:00 - 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.

Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra – The Spirit of the Holidays
2025-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
7 pm Concert
When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Where: Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Cost: up to $20, or $0-$20
Contact: Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra, www.ssorchestra.org
Ticket link: https://www.purplepass.com/ssoconcert2025120607pm (different ticket link than above)
Join the Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra for our annual holiday concert!
Local composers will share their talents with us with premieres: Richard Maltz has composed ‘Dance of the Inflatables’ (picture a lawn full of Santas and the like) and SSO violinist Manfred Reek has arranged German Christmas tunes in his ‘Fantasy in the Snow.’ The concert will include popular Christmas and Chanukah tunes and a lovely ‘Silent Night’ arrangement from the library of Mannheim Steamroller (featuring principal cellist Julia Dather). Of course, there will be audience participation and the usual fun and frolic!
Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for patrons to enjoy concessions from Coffee Coffee and shop with local artist and author vendors.
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for college students and students 11-18. Children 10 and under are free but must have a ticket. Tickets are available at the door but are $5 more.

Spirits of Christmas Past: Candlelight Tours
2025-12-06 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-05 18:00 - 19:30 | 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.

Holiday Open House at the Bel Air Library
2025-12-06 17:30 - 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.

Winter Wonderland in Bel Air
2025-12-06 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

Harford Choral Society Winter Concert
2025-12-06 15:00 - 16:30 | St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, 21014, United States
St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 East Churchville Road
Enjoy a wonderful selection of holiday and winter-themed music provided by the Harford Choral Society. 3 to 4:30 pm.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.harfordchoralsociety.org.

Christmas Train Garden
2025-12-06 14:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Mt. Ararat Lodge #44, 136 E. Gordon Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States

Bel Air Christkindl Markt
2025-12-06 14:00 - 19:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
The Bel Air Christkindl Markt
Join us for the Second Annual Bel Air Christkindl Markt. This year we are located in the heart of downtown Bel Air, MD. Where all the magic will be happening during Winter Wonderland. Come out for a huge variety of over 65 local artists and small businesses offering many must-have gifts, food and drink, carolers, and much more, including a few surprises!
Please follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: @belairchristkindlmarkt
Facebook: Bel Air Christkindl Markt

Winter Wonderland Artisan Festival at the Bel Air Armory
2025-12-06 14:00 - 19:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street
Visit the Winter Wonderland Artisan Festival at the Bel Air Armory featuring dozens of artisans who will have unique gift items for everyone on your list! 2-7 pm.
Visit https://www.christmasinbelair.com

Kids Storytime at the Hays House Museum
2025-12-06 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.

Premium Workshop: Winter Snow Globe Acrylic Painting
2025-12-06 12:00 - 15:00 | Harford Artists Gallery, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Time & Location

January 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bel Air, 37 N Main St Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA

About the event

An intermediate level acrylic painting workshop, prior painting experience recommended. Ages 14+
Workshop attendees will learn the technique of painting in layers to create transparency, focus on painting values, and color harmony.
Limited to 10 participants. All supplies included! $50/person

Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra – The Spirit of the Holidays (Shortened Family Concert)
2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
11 am Concert
When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Where: Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Cost: up to $20, or $0-$20
Contact: Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra www.ssorchestra.org
Ticket link: https://www.purplepass.com/ssoconcert2025120611am
Join the Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra for a shortened family-friendly version of our annual holiday concert!
The SSO will premiere local composer Richard Maltz has composed ‘Dance of the Inflatables’ (picture a lawn full of Santas and the like). The concert will include popular Christmas and Chanukah tunes and, of course, audience participation and the usual fun and frolic!
Doors open at 10:15 p.m. for patrons to enjoy concessions from Coffee Coffee and shop with local artist and author vendors.
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for college students and students 11-18. Children 10 and under are free but must have a ticket. Tickets are available at the door but are $5 more.

Holiday Open House
2025-12-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Liriodendron Mansion, 502 West Gordon Street
Experience that holiday magic at the historic Liriodendron Mansion’s annual Holiday Open House. Fresh greenery arrangements for sale, arts and crafts vendors, live Christmas music and light refreshments. 9 am to 4 pm. $5 suggested donation. Visit https://www.liriodendron.com.

The Belle Aire Holiday Market
2025-12-06 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.

Winter Bel Air Farmers' Market
2025-12-06 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.

Harford Choral Society 2025 Holiday Concert
2025-12-06 03:00 - 16:00 | St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Celebrate the season with a luminous holiday concert featuring Johann Sebastian Bach’s Gloria in excelsis Deo. His only church cantata set in Latin, this radiant work bursts with joyful energy and rich choral textures, perfectly suited to the spirit of the holidays. The program also includes Eric Whitacre’s shimmering Lux Aurumque, Josquin des Prez’s gentle Ave Maria, and the serene beauty of Gustaf Nordqvist’s Swedish carol Jul, jul, strålande jul. Before and after the performance, explore our silent auction for unique gifts that make the season even brighter.

Nutcracker Sweets by Ballet Chesapeake
2025-12-05 06:00 - 19:30 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Ballet Chesapeake has developed a sensory-friendly Nutcracker Program for preschool children held at the Bel Air Armory in December.
Ballet Chesapeake invites children, ages 2 through 6, from Harford County Preschools, childcare facilities, and Kindergarten programs to attend an age-appropriate performance that introduces children to the magic of live theater.
This show includes excerpts from the Nutcracker ballet, performed as a narrator explaining the story of Clara and her magical toy. After the performance, costumed dancers lead the children to a decorated Tea Party area for refreshments.
Sponsored in part by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission.

Holiday Greens Sale at Historical Society of Harford County
2025-12-04 | 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:

Centerpieces and Christmas Trees – Place your orders by Monday, December 4, 2025. Pick up will be on Tuesday, December 9, 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

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