Illustration of glowing trees reflected in a lake with visitors watching from a small footbridge (Annmarie Garden in Lights)

Annmarie Garden in Lights

Visitors stroll through an outdoor wonderland filled with glowing light sculptures, illuminated installations, and holiday photo ops. Inside the Arts Building, guests can explore model trains, a LEGO holiday village display, and seasonal art markets. Food trucks are on hand offering treats and hot chocolate, with select nights featuring special character appearances.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

annmariegarden.org

When

Tickets

Advance tickets are required Group tours for groups of 24 or more arriving together cost $15 per person, with one guide and one driver admitted free. Members have 11 free nights with advance online reservations; on other evenings members pay $5 in advance. Members may bring one friend free on four listed nights, with the member required to reserve. SNAP card holders can buy tickets for $5 per person on designated nights, limited to four tickets per family group and for immediate family only. Eligible local heroes receive complimentary admission on select evenings; the offer is for the eligible individual, and other guests must reserve tickets in advance. Nighttime Christmas Market admission is included with light-show admission.

Hours

5:00pm til 8pm or 9pm nightly; guests wishing to shop before touring or enjoy the twilight hour can enter at 4:00 PM. The event rules give hours as 5:00–8:00 PM or 5:00–9:00 PM.

Food & Drink

Food trucks operate nightly, including I Love Munchies and Phelps Concessions; hot chocolate is available, and additional trucks appear on select dates.

Parking

Parking is in a grassy field that may be uneven, muddy, wet, or dimly lit. Handicapped parking is in a limited section of the grass field beside the paved entrance; the page recommends using the passenger drop-off area first. Satellite parking is available at Solomons Town Center Park, and guests may be directed there in wet weather.

Accessibility

Much of the event area is paved and accessible to wheelchairs, with complimentary golf cart tours offered on select evenings.

Pets

Pets are not permitted except during designated Pet-Friendly Nights. On Pet Night, well-behaved leashed pets may attend; leashes must be no longer than 6 feet and owners must clean up after them. Service animals are welcome in accordance with ADA guidelines.

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Location

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Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center · 13470 Dowell Rd, Solomons, MD 20688 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Twinkling and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve admission tickets in advance, since tickets are required for the light show and nighttime Christmas markets.
  • Dress for the weather and be prepared to walk; the event is outdoors and follows rain or snow unless conditions are unsafe.
  • Use the passenger drop-off area before seeking accessible parking, since the designated spaces in the grassy field are limited.
  • Bring cash for vendors that may not accept cards, as most vendors take cards but there is no on-site ATM.
  • Check the nightly schedule before choosing a visit, because exhibits, character appearances, and entertainment vary by evening.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free daytime Holiday Markets on December 5 and 12; market admission is free.
  • The Holiday Train Display is free during daytime Holiday Market hours on December 5 and 12.
  • Children aged 2 and under enter free on Special Needs Night, December 9.
  • On Special Needs Night, admission is free for a guest with special needs and one companion; additional guests receive reduced admission.
  • Special Needs Night on December 9 is reserved for guests with disabilities and special needs, their families and caregivers; the light show is closed to the general public.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see inside the Arts Building?

The Holiday Train Display is on view December 2–16, and the LEGO Holiday Village Display runs December 19–January 1. The Arts Building also has holiday shopping.

Do I need to reserve tickets in advance?

Yes. Advance tickets are required for the light show, including the nighttime Christmas markets. Some special sessions have different ticket arrangements.

What food and drink are available?

Food trucks serve food and beverages, including hot chocolate. Outside food and drinks are not allowed unless needed for an allergy or dietary restriction; outside alcohol is prohibited.

Is the event accessible for visitors with mobility challenges?

Much of the event area, including admissions, food vendors, and market booths, is paved. Complimentary golf cart tours are available on select evenings, first-come, first-served.

Can I bring a pet?

Pets are allowed only on Pet Night. They must be well behaved and kept on a leash no longer than six feet; owners must clean up after them. Service animals are welcome.

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