Towson Winterfest & Holiday Tree Lighting

About this adventure

Olympic Park and Patriot Plaza in downtown Towson come alive with festive warmth during the annual Towson Winterfest Tree Lighting celebration. Families gather around the centerpiece 35-foot Fraser fir as local children's choirs and high school brass bands perform seasonal melodies. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Tree Lighting Countdown: At 7:00 PM, Baltimore County officials and Santa lead a community countdown to illuminate the towering tree with thousands of energy-efficient sparkling LED lights. • Fire Pits & S'mores: Complimentary outdoor fire stations invite parents and children to toast golden marshmallows and assemble s'mores, accompanied by free hot apple cider and cocoa. • Santa Visits: Santa and Mrs. Claus greet children for photos inside a heated holiday tent, where kids can also participate in seasonal face painting and wooden ornament craft stations. • Paved & Accessible: The plaza and park features flat concrete pavers with zero steps, offering exceptional accessibility for double strollers and wheelchairs.