Thanksgiving Weekend | Maryland State Fairgrounds

This three-day holiday celebration benefits the patients, students and programs at Kennedy Krieger Institute and kicks off the most wonderful time of the year for families throughout the region. 

Friday, November 28: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 29: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 30: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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New This Year: Tinsel on Tap

A holiday pop-up party like no other! 

Saturday, November 29 | 7–10 p.m. 

  • Three festive cocktails, mocktails, beers or sodas, to sip throughout the night. 
  • Holiday trivia with Charm City Trivia
  • Live DJ and dancing 
  • Holly Jolly Style Contest with prizes
  • 360-degree photo booth
  • Holiday shopping with local vendors
  • Special treats, giveaways and merry surprises!
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Tinsel on Tap at Festival of Trees

Reindeer Rise & Shine

Beat the rush, meet the magic at this early-access family event!

Sunday, November 30 | 8–10 a.m. 

  • Early access and reduced crowds
  • Unlimited amusement rides
  • Personal Santa time
  • Holiday dance party: "Shake it Up Jam" featuring Lisa from Milkshake
  • Special giveaways
  • Includes all-day access to Festival of Trees!
     
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Festival of Trees Raffle

Explore the Festival of Trees raffle and enter for the chance to win amazing prizes while supporting a great cause! Every raffle ticket purchased contributes to helping the patients and students served by the Kennedy Krieger Institute.

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Support the children and families of Kennedy Krieger Institute.

Festival of Trees raises much-needed funds to provide services to the nearly 30,000 patients and students who turn to Kennedy Krieger Institute each year. Your past support for Kennedy Krieger is so appreciated. Your support this year is more important than ever.

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