Holiday Events for the Little Ones

Holiday Events in Charles County, Calvert County, St. Mary’s County and Southern Prince George’s County

The countdown is on, Christmas is just about two weeks away! What fun things has your family done to celebrate the holidays so far? We’ve decked out our Christmas tree and almost finished shopping!! Next on the list, visit at least one Christmas Light Display in the DC area, build and decorate our gingerbread house and make an ornament! The forecast will be nice this weekend so add a few of my picks of events to your schedule!

Remember to always check the event website before heading out and check the calendar for more options. Have a Great Weekend!!

December 11

It’s back for the 3rd year, the Kris Kringle Christmas Market! See Christmas Lights, a living nativity, music, visit with Santa and more! -$1 (La Plata)

Learn how to make your own show at Winterfest 2015 held at James E. Richmond Science Center. $10; 4 and under-FREE (Waldorf)

The Charles County Holiday Trail begins! Visit various historic locations in Charles County and grab some holiday goodies during the family visit!

December 12

Join the Town of La Plata for Breakfast with Santa!

Celebrate the season with the Sotterly Plantation with breakfast with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides and more! -$8 (Hollywood)

Parents, do you need to get your Christmas shopping done and need some time alone? Drop with off at Wade Recreation Center for Drop and Shop hosted by Charles County Parks and Recreation! Pre-Registration Required.- $5 (Waldorf)

Bring the children dressed in their PJ’s to have Breakfast With Santa and explore the story of the Polar Express! Pre-Registration Required. $8-12 (Brandywine)

Enjoy story time at Barnes and Noble! This week’s book, Waiting is Not Easy! by Mo Willems. FREE (various locations)

Breakfast with Santa and a story equals a great morning at the Inn at Brome Howard. $18 (St. Mary’s City)

Santa and Mrs. Claus come to the Leonardtown Square for pictures with the kiddies! – FREE (Leonardtown)

Dig out the swimsuits and take a swim with Santa this weekend! $5 (Indian Head)

Drive through a live Nativity at Good Shepard United Methodist Church. FREE (Waldorf)

Hop on the Holiday Hayride at Watkins Park Nature Center. $5 (Upper Marlboro)

December 13

Who doesn’t love the Grinch? He’ll be appearing at Tall Timbers Marina for Breakfast with the Grinch! $10.95 (Tall Timbers)

Step into the Flat Iron Christmas Village to see a spectacular holiday display. Then take a ride through the farm to see the lights dance to the music. – FREE (Great Mills)

Head out to the movies and see The Good Dinosaur or The Peanuts Movie!