# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Baltimore, 2026

> We found four Christmas parades and tree lightings in and around Baltimore with 2026 dates: two parades and two tree lightings and lighting nights, three free to watch. Each one has the date, start time, price and a link to the organizer’s page.

- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 4 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **The Mayor’s Christmas Parade** at Hampden and Medfield, Baltimore. When: Sun, Dec 6, 2026. Time: 1–4pm. Price: Free. Official page: https://www.themayorschristmasparade.com/events/the-53rd-annual-mayors-christmas-parade/ (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade** at Annapolis Harbor and Spa Creek, Annapolis. When: Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Time: Evening; check the parade site for the start. Price: Free to watch from shore. Official page: https://eyclightsparade.org/ (checked 2026-10-29)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Merriweather District Tree Lighting** at Color Burst Park, Merriweather District, Columbia. When: Fri, Nov 20, 2026. Time: 5:30–8:30pm; tree lights at 7pm. Price: Free. Official page: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/hocoholidays/ (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Monument Lighting at Mount Vernon Place** at Mount Vernon Place, Mount Vernon. When: Thu, Dec 3, 2026. Time: Evening; lights come on with the fireworks. Price: See the event page. Music on stage and a food vendor village, then the Washington Monument lights up as the fireworks start. Official page: https://mountvernonplace.org/monument-lighting/ (checked 2026-10-28)

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Baltimore in 2026?
The Mayor’s Christmas Parade: Sun, Dec 6, 2026, 1–4pm (Baltimore). Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade: Sat, Dec 12, 2026, Evening; check the parade site for the start (Annapolis).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Baltimore?
Merriweather District Tree Lighting at Color Burst Park, Merriweather District: Fri, Nov 20, 2026, 5:30–8:30pm; tree lights at 7pm. Monument Lighting at Mount Vernon Place at Mount Vernon Place: Thu, Dec 3, 2026, Evening; lights come on with the fireworks.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Baltimore free?
Three of the four we list are free to watch: Merriweather District Tree Lighting, The Mayor’s Christmas Parade and Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade. Some charge for extras like Santa photos or rides, and each card says so.

### Which are best for little kids?
Daytime ones are easiest with toddlers: The Mayor’s Christmas Parade. Evening ones start after dark and are colder, so bring layers and a blanket for the stroller. Get there early for a curb spot near the start so little ones can see.

### How do you check these parades and tree lightings?
Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Oct 29, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).