Looking for something to do in Annapolis this week? Here are a few suggestions for the week of December 12th through December 19th. The holidays are fast approaching and the town of Annapolis is bustling with excitement!
The Ballet Theatre of Maryland presents The Nutcracker at the Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts all weekend long! Clara’s adventures help her favorite Nutcracker beat the evil Rat Queen in a dreamland on stage for an audience to enjoy. The show is scheduled on December 12th from 1 to 3 pm with another showing from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts is located at 801 Chase Street in Annapolis. Children can meet the Nutcracker characters, get autographs, pose for pictures, and enjoy some festive snacks.
The Queen Anne’s Railroad Society will be displaying at least 9 model railroad layouts on December 11th and 12th from noon to 5 pm. Admission to this event is free and donations are welcome. Complimentary refreshments will be available. Santa will be present to talk to children about their Christmas lists. The show is presented by the Museum of Eastern Shore Life and the Queen Anne’s Railroad Society. The event is being held at Piney Narrows Outlets located off of Exit 41 West in Kent Narrows, MD.
It’s ladies night this Tuesday, December 14th, at Brique, where they host a Girl’s Night Out for those ladies who love sipping wine during a night out on the town with their friends. During Girl’s Night Out, from 5 to 9 pm, ladies can enjoy half off of all appetizers and a complimentary bottle of red or white house wine. Brique focuses on American and French cuisine and has an extensive wine collection at their wine bar. The average entrée cost is between $10-$15. This upscale-chic dining destination offers the freshest seasonal and local ingredients available. Brique is located at 122 N. Commerce Street in historic Centerville, MD.
Join the party at Rams Head Tavern on Tuesday, December 13th and again on December 14th at 7 pm for An Annapolis Christmas! On Monday and Tuesday, starting at 7 pm each night, a great lineup of musicians will perform. For $30, you’ll experience An Annapolis Christmas. On Monday, the 13th, Blue Miracle, Rob Levit, Meg & Bryan, Angie Miller, Dean Rosenthal, and several other artists will perform. On Tuesday, the 14th, the Unified Jazz Ensamble, Dan Hass, Hypnotic Panties, Higher Hands, Swamp Candy, and many other artists will take the stage. Rams Head Tavern is located at 33 West Street in Annapolis.
Celebrate the holiday season with Key School’s Upper School Chorus! The members of the choir and alumni will be signing holiday carols at City Dock in downtown Annapolis. The Holiday Caroling begins at 5:30 pm and continues until 7 pm on Thursday, December 16th.
The ultimate party is happening at Wild Willy’s of Annapolis! Come hang out and have a spiced drink at the bar or try some tasty items on the menu. Rock out to the sounds of Under the Covers live. The band starts at 9:30 pm. Walk on the Wild side on December 17th from 9:30 pm to 2:30 am. Wild Willy’s is located on Somerville Road in Annapolis.
The Lights on the Bay Illumination at Sandy Point State Park will be open all week until January 2nd. Check out the glistening 2-mile drive-through spectacle of holiday lights. The show benefits the Anne Arundel Medical Center and features more than 60 holiday lights displays. Some favorite illuminations include dinosaur lights, the winter fairy tale set, and anything Maryland themed. An entrance fee of $14 is collected before you may enter. Lights on the Bay is open from 5 to 10 pm nightly.
Visiting Santa in his home at the Inner Harbor has been a tradition for local families for years. Kids of all ages are welcome to visit Santa and tell him all of their holiday wishes at the Harborplace Amphitheater. Photos will be taken and available for purchase. Santa will be at the Amphitheater Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 7 pm, and on Sundays and Christmas Eve from 11 am to 6 pm. The Harborplace Amphitheater is located in Baltimore, MD. Santa will be at the harbor all week and continuing through the rest of the holiday season.
The Giving Tree at Greater South River Animal Hospital will be providing an opportunity to give back to the community this holiday season. The Animal Hospital will have a decorated tree with a “wish list†of items that local shelters are in desperate need of. You may select an item to donate to a shelter from the wish list. On Christmas Eve, the collected gifts will be delivered to the local animal shelters. You will receive a nice Christmas as a keepsake for participating in the event. The Giving Tree is located at 125 Mayo Road in Edgewater, MD. You may visit the tree now through Christmas Eve.
The Seuss Sculpture Garden, and many other cool holiday shows, open at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center this week! The Seuss Sculpture Garden features 5 of the most beloved Dr. Seuss characters immortalized in bronze. The 4 to 6 foot statues are on display throughout the lush and beautiful indoor atrium. The exhibit, showcasing The Cat in the Hat, The Grinch, Sam I Am, Yertle the Turtle, and Lorax, has been traveling the world since 1997 and is currently at the atrium. Admission is free for the Seuss Sculpture Garden. The atrium will come to life at 6 pm as the Tree Lighting Show takes place! The delightful show lights up, plays music, and includes a dramatic fountain water show. If you’re in the atrium at just the right time, around 6:15 and 9:15 pm, you’ll think you’re seeing snow… Even though it’s always 72 degrees inside the atrium, a delightful indoor flurry occurs twice each night. Go to the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center located at 201 Waterfront Street in National Harbor, MD and see their beautiful holiday showcase this week, open now and continuing for the rest of the holiday season. The show opens at 8:30 am and continues until 9:30 pm.
Have a great week in Annapolis!
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