Top Baltimore Holidays in 2026

Drink your way through the haunted side of historic Fells Point on Spirits of Fells Point, Baltimore’s adults-only haunted pub crawl. Along the route, guests will visit atmospheric bars and historic streets while hearing stories of Edgar Allan Poe, vanished sailors, smugglers, gamblers, haunted taverns, waterfront crime, and the bad decisions that helped give Fells Point its notorious reputation. This is more than a night out at the bars. It is a haunted walk through the places where sailors once spent their wages, privateers and merchants chased fortunes, and legends of restless spirits still linger near the harbor. Guests will have time to purchase drinks at select stops while enjoying spooky storytelling, local lore, and a fun social atmosphere. Perfect for adults who want ghosts, history, drinks, and a little chaos, Spirits of Fells Point offers a memorable way to experience Baltimore after dark. Guests must be 21+ with valid photo ID.

Explore Baltimore after dark for a different, darker perspective on Charm City. With a guide leading the way, skip the planning and get hear about the city's spooky side at several popular pubs and haunted sites. Start at Max’s Taphouse before continuing to other notorious watering holes, and uncover more eerie local history than you could on your own.

Step into Baltimore’s darker side on Devil in the Harbor, an adults-only ghost tour through historic Fells Point where the city’s sins, scandals, and spirits come out after dark. Explore one of the city’s oldest waterfront neighborhoods through the theme of the Seven Deadly Sins. Along the route, you’ll hear stories of pride, greed, lust, gluttony, wrath, envy, and sloth — not as a sermon, but as a chilling look at the ambition, corruption, violence, vice, and weakness that shaped Baltimore’s harbor. Atmospheric, mature, and historically inspired, Devil in the Harbor is perfect for adults who want a ghost tour with sharper edges, darker storytelling, and a deeper look at the sins that still haunt Baltimore after dark. Guests must be age 16+.

Discover Chesapeake Bay cuisine and other dishes on a 3.5-hour small-group walking tour of Fells Point, Baltimore's historic waterfront district. Your guide shares commentary on the history and architecture of the city as you walk through the neighborhood. You'll stop for tastings at four restaurants, and sip a signature alcoholic drink at a fifth establishment. The tour features small local businesses that are popular in the area, and includes one drink and enough food samples to make up a meal. Additional drinks are available for purchase.

If you're finishing up a cruise or waiting for a flight, this small-group tour of Baltimore allows you to make the most of your time in Charm City. As you visit local landmarks such as Camden Yards, home of the Orioles, and the first Roman Catholic cathedral in America, you'll see the diversity of Baltimore's neighborhoods and learn all about the history and culture of the city.

Join Chef Jesse at a local brewery in Baltimore for a pasta-making experience that combines Italian flavors with craft beer! This hands-on class will teach you how to make fresh ravioli from scratch, from kneading the perfect pasta dough to rolling it to the ideal thickness. Then, create a creamy ricotta filling enhanced with bright lemon zest and Parmesan before shaping and sealing your ravioli with expert precision. Once cooked to perfection, you’ll savor your handmade masterpiece while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of the brewery. Pair your pasta with locally brewed beer available for purchase and enjoy a fun, social evening of culinary creativity. Whether you're looking for a unique date night, a social outing with friends, or a way to sharpen your cooking skills, this class is the perfect mix of hands-on learning and great flavors. Book your spot today for a memorable ravioli-making and craft beer experience in Baltimore!

Join Chef Jesse at a local brewery in Baltimore for a pasta-making experience like no other! This hands-on class will teach you how to craft fresh pappardelle pasta from scratch using simple, wholesome ingredients. Learn the essential techniques of mixing, kneading, rolling, and cutting pasta dough, followed by preparing a flavorful roasted garlic tomato sauce with crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and classic Italian seasonings. As you refine your skills, enjoy the laid-back brewery atmosphere and sip on locally brewed craft beer available for purchase. Whether you're looking for a unique date night, a social outing with friends, or a fun way to expand your cooking repertoire, this class offers a perfect mix of culinary creativity, delicious flavors, and craft beer. Book your spot today for a memorable evening of fresh pasta and brews in Baltimore!

Watermark is bringing holiday magic to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with the Christmas Express Cruise at the Baltimore Christmas Village. Step aboard our festively decorated launch and set off on a cozy, 45-minute cruise of the Inner Harbor filled with twinkling lights, holiday music and spirited cheer. One of Santa’s elves is on board serving hot cocoa, spreading merriment, and taking photos for you to capture the moment. The Christmas Express is the perfect way to add spirit and sparkle to your downtown holiday outing.

Skip the frozen aisle and discover just how fun dumpling making can be. In a relaxed culinary studio, this beginner-friendly cooking class breaks the process into simple, hands-on steps that make every fold feel achievable. You'll prepare a savory dumpling filling, learn how to fill and seal wrappers with confidence, and practice shaping dumplings using techniques you can recreate at home. Along the way, you'll pick up practical skills for portioning, folding and creating tightly sealed dumplings that cook beautifully. Finish by serving your handmade dumplings with a flavorful dipping sauce and enjoy every warm, satisfying bite. It's equal parts comfort food, creativity and a skill you'll be happy to show off.