South Gate Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in South Gate and surrounding areas
South Gate lights up the festive season across neighborhood hotspots with Holiday lights, winter festivals, and community markets that bring people together. Attend the Severn Run High Holiday Market or Cheerleading Craft Show for local vendors and seasonal finds. From tree lightings to family activities and festive events, South Gate offers things to do that celebrate the season and showcase local traditions and talents.
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Christmas Markets
40 eventsAuthentic German Christmas market in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsAnnapolis-inspired Nutcracker with local history
Christmas Lights
12 eventsHalf-mile light display with interactive scenes and carnival rides.
Christmas Parties
7 eventsNew Year's Eve fireworks cruise with DJ and dancing
Christmas Activities
28 eventsWorld-class choir performance at Monument Lighting
Editor's Picks (6)
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New Year's Eve Annapolis Yacht Party
(Annapolis)
New Year's Eve fireworks cruise with DJ and dancing
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Ballet Theatre of Maryland Presents The Nutcracker
(Annapolis)
Annapolis-inspired Nutcracker with local history
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Christmas Village in Baltimore
(Baltimore)
Authentic German Christmas market in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
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Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular
(Timonium)
Half-mile light display with interactive scenes and carnival rides.
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Symphony of Lights
(Columbia)
Drive-through holiday light spectacle
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The Nutcracker with the National Ballet Company
(Hyattsville)
Classic holiday ballet performance by National Ballet Company
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South Gate Christmas FAQ
South Gate’s biggest annual Christmas events include the Evening with Santa at the community center and local holiday markets organized by neighborhood groups.
South Gate celebrates with community-centered traditions like Evening with Santa and neighborhood light displays, bringing families together for festive gatherings.
Several neighborhoods in South Gate, especially around Tweedy Boulevard and Hollydale, are known for their festive home decorations each December.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, parks, and during special holiday events organized by the city or local organizations.
Free activities include viewing neighborhood Christmas lights, attending community holiday markets, and participating in city-sponsored events like Evening with Santa.
Families with kids enjoy Evening with Santa, local holiday markets, and walking through decorated neighborhoods to see Christmas lights and festive displays.