Howard County has an outstanding tradition of delivering the most spectacular holiday experiences throughout all of Maryland. From visits with Santa to the famed Symphony of Lights to an exploration of holidays around the world, make your way to one of these spirited holiday events near your Dorsey Family Home!
The Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Holiday Train Garden has been a treasured Howard County tradition for years! Every December a group of volunteers from all over Howard County comes together to create the extensive Train Garden at Station 2. The members of this group take great pride in making this one of a kind train model. Minutes away from ourRockburn Estatescommunity, the 21st Annual Train Garden and will be open from December 1, 2018, through January 1, 2019.
Another Howard County holiday tradition, the Symphony of Lights at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods is expected to be the must-attend event of the season. Less than a twenty-minute drive from ourSpring Valley Estatescommunity in Marriottsville, this family-oriented spectacular is a dazzling display of more than 100 larger-than-life animated and stationary holiday light creations, made up of approximately 300,000 bulbs. Until December 30th, visitors can drive through the parks dazzling light display or take the family on a pleasant stroll during the Festive Family Walk on December 2nd!
Calling all Dorsey Family pet lovers! Don’t miss the opportunity to have your pet’s picture taken with Santa! After all, our Dorsey Family Home pets are apart of the family too! From now until December 17th, pet parents can head to Santa’s Workshop at the Mall in Columbia to capture a special moment with your dog or cat to cherish for years to come.
Kick off your holiday season with a night of discounts, sales, and holiday cheer! Midnight Madness makes a return to Old Ellicott city this December 7th! A short drive from ourPine Acrescommunity in Elkridge, families can enjoy a visit with Santa at the Firehouse Museum, watch the tree lighting at the B&O Railroad Museum, and sip hot treats while strolling picturesque historic district. Don’t forget to stop by the Holiday Market to pick up those unique gifts for family and friends!
Santa will be making his rounds in Howard County this holiday season! On December 8th, 15th, and 22nd, families can meet the jolly man himself as Santa pays a visit to Historic Savage Mill. Stop at the Rams Head Tavern for a quick bite to eat and pick up a gift or two from one of the many shops and boutiques at Savage Mill!
Holidays Around the World Celebration
Discover how other cultures celebrate the holiday season. Join the interpretive staff at Waverly Mansion as they welcome local communities to a celebration and explore the various holiday traditions from around the world. Participate in hands-on activities and games as you visit the different holidays, and even see how people celebrated holidays long ago!
