Illustration of Santa in a red suit sitting in an armchair as a small child shows him a paper list beside a lit fireplace (Solomons Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting)
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Solomons Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting

Visitors can celebrate the holiday season with an evening of festive activities throughout the museum. The event features live musical entertainment in the Harms Gallery, holiday craft stations, and visits with Santa and the Otter mascot. Guests can also visit Santa’s Cocoa House for complimentary hot cocoa and holiday cookies or browse the Museum Store for gifts.

Sat, Dec 12, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Neighborhood

Solomons Island

Food & Drink

Santa’s Cocoa House offers complimentary hot cocoa and holiday cookies.

Location

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Calvert Marine Museum · 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Take advantage of the museum’s free public admission for an evening of festive activities.
  • Stop by Santa’s Cocoa House for the complimentary hot cocoa and holiday cookies offered during the event.
  • Museum members should shop the Museum Store during the event or earlier that day to use their 20% discount.
  • Leave time to browse the Museum Store for unique gifts, which are part of the event’s holiday offering.
  • Bring children who enjoy crafts and character visits; holiday crafts, Santa, and the Otter mascot are among the advertised activities.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Museum Members save 20% at the Museum Store all day and during the event.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do at the museum during the Christmas Walk?

There's live music in the Harms Gallery, holiday crafts, and visits with Santa and the Otter mascot.

Are there treats?

Santa's Cocoa House serves complimentary hot cocoa and holiday cookies.

Can I do some Christmas shopping?

Yes, the Museum Store is open for gifts, and Museum Members save 20% all day and during the event.

Is more going on in Solomons that weekend?

Yes, the Solomons Christmas Walk has events across the weekend, and its Facebook page has the details.

Who can answer questions about the museum's part of the Walk?

Sherry Reid at 410-326-2042 x.8085 or Sherry.Reid@calvertcountymd.gov.

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