Unique Holiday Happenings For Families
From the bizarre to the traditional, you can find all kinds of wonderful ways to celebrate the holidays in Baltimore.
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From the bizarre to the traditional, you can find all kinds of wonderful ways to celebrate the holidays in Baltimore.
Funkstown has been home to Irene Owens since 1973. About 12 years ago, she joined the town's Olde Tyme Christmas committee, after hearing about it from a new neighbor who was on the panel.
When there's snow on the ground and presents under the tree, there's no better way to get into the holiday spirit than to see a dazzling display of angels, wreathes, elves and candy canes in one of the area's light shows. Some shows are in town, others in the suburbs and others are at the beach. We've listed some of the most notable ones, along with tips on where to grab a drink or dinner nearby.
Baltimore Police have teamed up with a national retailer to bring some holiday joy to deserving school kids in Baltimore.
Listen to continuous Christmas music on 101.9 Lite FM.
This farm near the Pennsylvania line was known for its real reindeer. Now, visit Santa and ride a train, while picking out your Christmas tree.
See how Baltimore residents celebrate Christmas in each of these three towns. From an Amish Christmas village to displays that light up the night, each one will make your holiday special.
Oh, the weather outside is frightful. But that's not stopping the kiddos from begging you to drive all over town, wait in line for at least 45 minutes, and pay a ridiculous amount of money to capture the moment on camera, just so they can climb into Santa's lap for a few minutes and whisper in the big guy's ear about what they want him to bring them for Christmas is it?! You know you're going to do it. It's just a matter of when and where. This list should help with that.
The holidays will be a little warmer thanks to one Baltimore church and its parishioners. They're reaching out to the homeless and the needy this holiday season.
With the big shopping weekend behind us, Baltimore is pulling out its holiday lights. Now Charm City's getting national recognition for some of the best displays anywhere.
Baltimore is getting ready for Christmas! Also, we have post-Thanksgiving pointers on watching what you eat.
A park in Maryland is already decorated for Christmas with over a million lights.
On Saturday night, Hampden will transform into a spectacular Christmas spectacle.
Holiday office parties can be more difficult than expected. Debating what to bring, how to act around your boss and how much liquor you can consume can take the fun out of what is supposed to be a relaxed affair. Searching for a festive yet appropriate outfit is the biggest struggle for many. To make this unsuspectingly stressful event easier, follow these few tips when dressing for the occasion.
Baltimore City gets into the holiday spirit, and one new attraction looks like something straight out of Las Vegas.
With Thanksgiving plans underway, the holidays are just around the corner. And Friday night in Baltimore County, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.
During the holiday season, it's important to remember those in need. One important way is to give back to the community and in Baltimore there are a ton of ways to do it. But planning ahead is key. From animal rescue to serving food, here is a list of a few places to volunteer this holiday season and how you can give back.
Uncovering worthy gifts for the adventurous world traveler can be difficult. From a travel diary to a language course to a tricked-out Nikon camera, presents that are both fun and useful are the way to go.
As people take down their holiday decorations, the city is offering a service to turn those Christmas trees into mulch.
The snow we've been expecting has arrived.
President Barack Obama capped a quiet Christmas Saturday with a surprise visit to a Marine base to thank U.S. troops for the sacrifices they've made, including being away from their families at the holidays.
The weather is one big question mark for travelers hitting the roads and the airports this weekend.
Area parishioners are honoring the birth of Jesus.
If there were an award for the Metro employee with the most Christmas spirit, Willita Wright would surely be the front-runner.
Christmas day may start out partly sunny before clouds begin to increase ahead of the upper level feature associated with the current Midwest storm.
A Maryland Republican candidate for governor is crying foul over advertisements Democratic incumbent Wes Moore is running and is accusing him of trying to interfere with the GOP primary.
A play that explores how faith intersects with Black womanhood is being performed in Baltimore.
Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler says he's the best man to continue the job, pointing to his experience -- nearly 30 years on the Maryland State Police force, followed by 12 as sheriff.
Dr. Rogers gave her final end-of-year presentation on Wednesday, highlighting the successes and challenges throughout her term.
Howard County has cleared a big hurdle to build its 14th high school, and the first one in Elkridge.
A Maryland mother who has been fighting for months to prove her United States citizenship is no longer subject to deportation, her attorney confirmed on Tuesday.
A chance of spotty storms arrives on Thursday, followed by wetter weather late Sunday into Monday.
A Maryland Republican candidate for governor is crying foul over advertisements Democratic incumbent Wes Moore is running and is accusing him of trying to interfere with the GOP primary.
A play that explores how faith intersects with Black womanhood is being performed in Baltimore.
Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler says he's the best man to continue the job, pointing to his experience -- nearly 30 years on the Maryland State Police force, followed by 12 as sheriff.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
The new, expanded American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Baltimore is open for guests.
BucketGolf is one of the fastest growing backyard games in the world, co-founder Tyler Simmons, joins us and explains how he created the game.
Natalie Delgado, Psychologist, Kennedy Krieger Institute, joined the crew on WJZ AT 9 to discuss how excessive screen time can severely impact childhood development, especially during the summer months.
WJZ takes a visit to the Bunny Hive in Maryland.
The Mirror Series by URBANHIPSTA and P A V E M E N T by Murjoni Merriweather are bodies of work centered on reflection, memory, material intelligence, and artistic evolution. Both exhibitions remain on view for two months following the opening.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
Rodolfo Durán homered and drove in three runs, Fernando Tatis Jr. had two RBIs and the San Diego Padres beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday.
Jackson Merrill and Samad Taylor each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and three more San Diego batters went deep as the Padres rolled to a 9-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.
Pete Alonso homered to cap a six-run third inning against Bryan Woo, and the Baltimore Orioles withstood three homers by the Seattle Mariners in a 7-5 victory Thursday night.
Tyler Loop lived out a kicker's nightmare last season, when his miss from 44 yards kept the Baltimore Ravens out of the playoffs.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Few storms in Maryland on Thursday, mostly dry weekend
Humidity and temperatures increase in Maryland and bring scattered storms Wednesday afternoon and Thursday.
A chance of spotty storms arrives on Thursday, followed by wetter weather late Sunday into Monday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Humidity and rain return to Maryland this week
Hampden bookstore Pride display vandalized during Baltimore celebrations
U.S. Naval ceremonial guard drill team prepares for SAIL250
Howard County clears way for first high school in Elkridge
Baltimore Center Stage production "Pray" explores faith and Black womanhood
Early voting for Maryland's primary election winds down