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December 1st - December 8th December

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Pocomoke City 53rd Annual Christmas Parade!

Pocomoke City 53rd Annual Christmas Parade!

December 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pocomoke City’s 53rd Annual Christmas parade! Delmarva's largest nighttime parade, always held on the Monday night after Thanksgiving. Pocomoke City will be transformed into a “Winter Wonderland”, playing host to one of Delmarva’s largest night time Christmas parades.  Marching Bands, Lighted floats entered by schools, civic organizations, churches, and commercial enterprises. Clowns, marching units, fire departments, equestrian units, and of course... view more.

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Giving Tuesday: Art League of Ocean City

Giving Tuesday: Art League of Ocean City

December 2 | All Day
This Giving Tuesday, December 2nd, as the holiday season begins, the global movement of generosity reminds us to step back from consumerism and focus on paying it forward—helping those in our community less fortunate. For the Art League of Ocean City (ALOC), this day is a critical lifeline. While we are proud to open our doors year-round with free admission to the public, the soaring operating costs of our $1.8 million budget, combined with unexpected funding cuts, threaten our ability ... view more.

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Winterfest of Lights

Winterfest of Lights

December 3 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Get in the holiday spirit as you tour through thousands of sparkling lights and animated Christmas scenes. Price:  $6 for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.   view more.

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Winterfest of Lights

Winterfest of Lights

December 4 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Get in the holiday spirit as you tour through thousands of sparkling lights and animated Christmas scenes. Price:  $6 for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.   view more.
Berlin's Christmas Parade!

Berlin's Christmas Parade!

December 4 @ 7:00 pm
80+ Floats, Dancers, Firetrucks, Santa and More! Join us for the largest holiday parade on the Eastern Shore.  Parade starts at 7pm at The Berlin Welcome Center, then runs north to the Berlin Fire Company. The judging stand is located on West/Baker Street near the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum. Emcee: Big Al Reno Sponsored by The Town of Berlin and The Berlin Main Street Program view more.

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First Friday Opening Reception & Holiday Artisan Fair

First Friday Opening Reception & Holiday Artisan Fair

December 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
December 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm OC Center for the Arts, 502 94th Street Ocean City, MD + Google Map Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome. Beverages sponsored by PKS Investments. Featuring: Thaler Gallery: “Annual Members Juried Show” Sisson Galleria: “Best of 2025”, featuring award winning artists from the past twelve months. Studio E: “Small Works”, p... view more.
Christmas Breakfast for Dinner

Christmas Breakfast for Dinner

December 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Christmas Breakfast with special guest. Pancakes, eggs, sausage & bacon. 10 years and under: $12; 11 years & over - $15. Enjoy a breakfast dinner before attending the Mayor's Old Fashioned Christmas downtown. view more.
Winterfest of Lights

Winterfest of Lights

December 5 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Get in the holiday spirit as you tour through thousands of sparkling lights and animated Christmas scenes. Price:  $6 for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.   view more.

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Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market

Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market

December 6 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Welcome Spring! Shop seasonal market merchants at White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. view more.
Ocean City MD Christmas Parade

Ocean City MD Christmas Parade

December 6 @ 11:00 am
The Holiday season is almost here and Ocean City isn’t skipping a beat for 2025. The Ocean City Christmas Parade goes in-house this year to continue the 42 year tradition started by Gold Coast Mall. Mark your calendars for December 6th, bring your chairs, blankets and plan for a day in OC! Arrive early to park and get your viewing spot. The parade begins promptly at 11:00 am with an extended route from Old Landing Road north to 120th Street. The southbound lanes of Coastal highway are... view more.
Holiday Artisan Fair

Holiday Artisan Fair

December 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
December 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm OC Center for the Arts, 502 94th Street Ocean City, MD + Google Map Holiday Artisan Fair at the Art League of Ocean City Saturday, December 6 • 11 AM–4 PM The Art League of Ocean City’s annual Holiday Artisan Fair continues! Wander through a curated marketplace featuring talented local artisans and discover one-of-a-kind, handmade treasures just in time for holiday gifting. Shop jewelry, ceramics, macramé, ornaments, home dé... view more.
Holidays at the Museum

Holidays at the Museum

December 6 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
WASSAIL & GINGERBREAD and HOLIDAY SIP & SHOP The kids are outside tasting old-fashioned gingerbread and wassail from traditional recipes and making pinecone feeders for the hungry winter birds while the adults are inside shopping! Browse local artisan gifts for everyone on your list while sipping a holiday cocktail. It really is the most wonderful time of the year! view more.
Winterfest of Lights

Winterfest of Lights

December 6 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Get in the holiday spirit as you tour through thousands of sparkling lights and animated Christmas scenes. Price:  $6 for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.   view more.

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Ocean City Museum Open House

Ocean City Museum Open House

December 7 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A Day of Coastal Cheer and Family Fun The Ocean City Museum Society invites the community to celebrate the holiday season at its annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at both the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum and the Museum of Ocean City. Admission is free for everyone; both locations will be filled with festive activities, local history, and coastal holiday charm. At the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, author Corinne Litzenberg will host... view more.
Winterfest of Lights

Winterfest of Lights

December 7 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Get in the holiday spirit as you tour through thousands of sparkling lights and animated Christmas scenes. Price:  $6 for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.   view more.