Despite
the popular draw of more famous Washington DC holiday events,
the rest of the region offers even more interesting but maybe
less well-known attractions that reflect the comforts of Christmas
past.
For razzle-dazzle
holiday spectacles, also check out Baltimore's Christmas Parade,
or travel further afield to Gaithersburg's amazing Winter Lights
show at Seneca Creek Park ...
Maryland
Christmas Show - Check out the popular arts & crafts
exhibit at the Frederick Fairgrounds beginning the first two weeks
after Thanksgiving with a list of exhibitors, photos, map &
directions.
B&O Railroad Museum Holiday Festival of Trains & Toys - Check out a large and festive collection of toys and toy trains, plus information on weekend train rides with Santa and Frosty the Snowman, and a full schedule of other holiday fun throughout the season.
The
Solomon's Christmas Walk - The quaint Chesapeake town
with family-friendly festivities planned for the first weekend
in December including a tree lighting ceremony concerts and craft
activities.
Christmas
Tree Farms in Maryland - Choose and cut-your-own tree
farms browseable by regions including Baltimore, D.C. area and
Central Maryland, the Eastern Shore and Western Maryland.
Christmas
in Delaware
A
Brandywine Christmas - At the Brandywine River Museum, with holiday treats including
a model railroad, Victorian dollhouse, and thousands of whimsical
''critter'' ornaments on holiday trees.
Yuletide
at Winterthur - The stately duPont mansion decked out
for the holidays with information on hours & dates, ticket
info and online ordering.
Christmas
in Odessa - Small town charm is on display every Christmas
with a self-guided walking tour of historic houses plus special
events for the holiday season, including ticket prices, parking,
and contact info for more information.
Christmas
Tree Farms in Delaware - Check out farms throughout the
state including contact details, hours and related links to more
information.