7-8:30pm, Heritage Baptist Church, Annapolis: heritageloves.com.

Experience a drive-through holiday display; weekends thru Dec. 19. FSaSu 7-10pm, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, $10/vehicle, Facebook: @aacofair.

This original musical now has updated holiday show-stoppers with new song and dance numbers, performed by Broadway performers and a live band. ThSu 7:30pm, F 8pm, plus Dec. 24 6pm, Dec. 26 7:30pm (no show Dec. 23), Classic Theatre of Maryland, Annapolis, $55-$68 w/discounts, RSVP: classictheatremaryland.org.

Glowing lanterns light your way as you stroll along the centuries-old brick lined streets of Maryland’s capital city adorned for the holidays. A period-attired guide will share holiday traditions of times past against the backdrop of colonial mansions, Victorian homes, and quaint shops. FSa 7-8:30pm, tour departs from Market House Park, Annapolis, $25 w/discounts, RSVP: […]

November 26 thru December 26: Charles Dickens’ story was created to inspire a spirit of charity toward those less fortunate. This Helen Hayes Awards–recommended original production of this classic story has become an annual holiday tradition, delighting patrons of all ages. FSa 8pm, SaSu 2pm, Classic Theatre of Maryland, Annapolis, $68 w/discounts, RSVP: classictheatremaryland.org.

Bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys for Tots; prizes awarded for best outfits. 8pm, Pirates Cove Restaurant, Galesville: piratescovemd.com.

The Annapolis Chorale performs Handel’s Messiah with the Chamber Orchestra in this beloved holiday tradition. FSa 8pm, Su 3pm, St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Church Circle, Annapolis, $40, RSVP: liveartsmd.org.

November 20 thru December 23 Experience the magic and capture the spirit of the holiday season with a visit to Santa’s Cottage where you will meet Saint Nick himself and take home a photo for the whole family to treasure. On Saturdays, have cookies with Mrs. Claus (1-3pm). Tuesdays, get pet photos with Santa (5-8pm). […]

  Shop local artists and vendors such as My Fancy Finds, the Nicki Palermo Group, Swamp Witch Metals, Chesapeake Paddle Sports, Kim’s Crystals, Leila’s Treats, Seint Makeup, It’s Essential Candles & Lotion, plus enjoy hot cocoa bombs, holiday tumblers, artwork, jewelry and crafts; plus guest passes to try the gym, membership and personal training specials. […]

Learn how to make a fire poker out of simple bars of steel in this workshop (ages 15+). 9am-1pm, Jefferson Patterson Park, St. Leonard, $40 w/discounts, RSVP: jefpat.maryland.gov.