"Visit Maryland" for Merry-Land Holiday Festivities, Winter Wonders, to Bring In The New Year, and Much More!

Have a Very Merry-land Holiday

‘Tis the season to get out and enjoy the best Maryland has to offer with festive events across the state. Head to VisitMaryland.org to find special Maryland deals and discounts for everyone on your list and settle in for a warm and wonderful holiday. 

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Celebrate the New Year, Maryland-Style

We may not drop the ball on New Year’s Eve, but only in Maryland can you ring in the new year with duck, donut and rockfish drops or muskrat dives. Say hello to 2025 with a uniquely Maryland event and make it a celebration to remember with a few nights at a tucked-away inn or cozy hotel.

Take a Hike!

Maryland has a Trail System Second-to-None with routes ranging from coastal to forest and hilly hikes to easy flat meanders. Start your new year off right with a first day hike and make hiking or biking all of Maryland’s trails your number one New Year's resolution.

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Enjoy the

Winter Weather

When the mercury drops, Maryland has got the goods to heat things up. Whether you want to get your blood pumping on the slopes or spend the day snuggled up by the fire in a world-class resort, this list has the perfect Maryland winter fun for everyone.

Plan Your 

Winter Escape

Get away and enjoy winter in Maryland. Order your free copy of Maryland’s official travel guide and plan the perfect cold-weather escape. Whether you want snowy mountains, quaint small towns and historic cities or a quiet escape on the Chesapeake Bay, it’s all just a click away.

"See Yourself Here"

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Destination Maryland Magazine is not only the official guide to Maryland travel, it’s a fun, informative, and beautiful look at destinations from Maryland’s coast to the mountains out west. Oh, and did we mention, it’s free, it’s awesome, and it’s just a click away.

Maryland Minute

Each week, the Maryland Minute provides highlights and insights on events around the state. Maryland Minute is featured on Audacy radio stations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., WERQ and on Baltimore’s WBAL-AM 1090.