Ellicott City, MD|News|
6th Annual Howard County Holiday Lights Map Launched
The 2026 HoCo Holiday Lights online map features displays across the county as residents and owners register their homes and businesses.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Winter Activities
There's plenty to do in and around town this season.
Bowie, MD|News|
Dinosaurs, Big Top Circus, New Displays In 40th Annual Festival Of Lights
The Festival of Lights kicks off Nov. 27 with more than 90 new LED displays, a 15-foot custom anniversary arch, a 52-foot LED musical tree.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Holiday Tree Lighting, Midnight Madness Return To Historic Ellicott City
Santa Claus will make an appearance, there will be a historic organ concert, a tree lighting, a holiday pop-up market and more.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Compete In Bowie's Holiday House Decorating Contest
Enter now through Dec. 3 and light up the night for Bowie's Holiday House Decorating Contest.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
The Boro In Tysons To Host Free Holiday Candyland Celebration
The Boro in Tysons will host a free holiday celebration Dec. 5 featuring Santa, a candy-themed slide, crafts, games and treats.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Chilled Returns With Holiday Lights, Ice Skating, Shopping And More In 2026
From Old Town storefronts to Wine Country wineries, Temecula's annual holiday celebration brings seasonal festivities, shopping, and more.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Gaithersburg, MD|News|
Sip & Sparkle Offers Adult Fun Under Christmas Lights In Gaithersburg
Sip drinks, enjoy live music and ride through 3 miles of holiday lights at Seneca Creek State Park.
Ian DeMartino, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
How To Get Your Homemade Ornament On Downers Grove's Holiday Tree
The village will continue its annual tradition of decking out the holiday tree with ornaments made by residents.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|News|
Wild Lights Holiday Celebration Returns To Elmwood Park Zoo In Norristown
The zoo's annual winter wonderland aims to be "much more" than a traditional walk-through light display.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston Town Center Ice Skating Pavilion Opens Friday With New Gondola Lounges
Reston Town Center's outdoor ice rink opens Nov. 6 with new Gondola Lounges, daily skating and holiday events planned.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|News|
Former Trans-Siberian Orchestra Singer Bringing Candlelit Christmas Concert Back To Havre De Grace
Chris Pinnella and his 12-piece orchestra will perform holiday favorites surrounded by thousands of candles in Harford County.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean Community Center November Events Include Antiques Show, Concerts And Family Activities
McLean Community Center’s November calendar includes an antiques show, jazz and piano concerts, films and family activities.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Westfield Montgomery Mall Releases Events List Ahead Of MoCo Holiday Season
Montgomery Mall is gearing up for the holiday with a lineup of festive events that include musical performances and a menorah lighting.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean Winterfest Parade And Block Party Return Dec. 6 With New Pet Contest
McLean Winterfest returns Dec. 6 with a parade, block party, Santa visit and a new online pet photo contest.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Norcal Teens Help Rescue Stranded Mt. Shasta Climber
Five Marin teenagers helped rescue a Florida climber stranded for two nights on Mount Shasta.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Novato Teen Helps Rescue Stranded Mt. Shasta Climber, Battling Fierce Winds
Five Marin teenagers helped rescue a Florida climber stranded for two nights on Mount Shasta.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Dozens Of New Hampshire's Wrestlers Will Compete In New England Championship Bouts In Rhode Island
At NHIAA's Meet of Champions, Concord placed 2nd, Milford was 4th, Souhegan 6th, Bedford and Londonderry tied for 7th, and Portsmouth 10th.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Girls From Bedford, Concord, Londonderry, Salem, Other Schools Are Heading To New England Championships
More than 60 wrestlers from 31 schools competed in bouts Friday afternoon. The top 2 finishers in 12 weight brackets head to Rhode Island.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|News|
5 Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Bucks County
One Bucks County event this weekend is out of this world. There's also one last chance to take in a Black History event.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Record Show, Roast Of NJ & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County
Looking for something new to do? Here’s what’s happening around Monmouth County this weekend:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Seacoast Comedy | Nashua Psychic Fair | Recycled Percussion Perform | Queen City Skiing: Patch Weekender
Plus: Celtic concert; theatre tryouts; storytimes; 3D modeling and crafts; Brad Dubay plays fundraising event; card show; summer camp fair.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Out-Of-This-World Experience Awaits At Bucks County ParaCon
The event features a powerhouse line-up of guest speakers, including UFO investigator Nick Pope, UFO experts, and others.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Highly-Anticipated Festival Of Whales Returns To Dana Point
The festival returns for the 55th year with beloved community traditions, including the Magical Migration Parade, carnival and more.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
International Guitar Sensations Performing 2 Shows In Newtown
Bucks Live! and the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society are bringing the guitarists to Bucks County Community College in March.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Ale Fest: Winter Edition To Bring Over 100 Craft Brews To Frontier Park
There are limited tickets remaining for Saturday's Naperville Ale Fest: Winter Edition, according to event organizers.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
New Hope-Lambertville, PA|News|
Music Mountain Bringing 'Shrek' To The Stage In Lambertville
“Shrek the Musical” will be featured at Music Mountain for 16 performances only.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Local Stories To Be Performed Live At Newtown SPEAKeasy
"SPEAKeasy" is a monthly showcase of stories performed in song, poem, and personal narratives presented by ArtWRKD and Stage United.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Winter Cocktail Party To Benefit Historic Newtown Library Company
If the snow has got you down, this party will lift your spirits and chase away the winter blues, event organizers say.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Springtime Hikes, Hands-On Fun For Kids In Laguna Beach: OC Parks March Events
There are a slew of nature hikes, restoration projects and other free educational programs put on by Orange County Parks this March.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
Springtime Hikes, Hands-On Fun For Kids In Newport Beach: OC Parks March Events
There are a slew of nature hikes, restoration projects and other free educational programs put on by Orange County Parks this March.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Springtime Hikes, Hands-On Fun For Kids Near RSM: OC Parks March Events
There are a slew of nature hikes, restoration projects and other free educational programs put on by Orange County Parks this March.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Springtime Hikes, Hands-On Fun For Kids Near Lake Forest: OC Parks March Events
There are a slew of nature hikes, restoration projects and other free educational programs put on by Orange County Parks this March.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Springtime Hikes, Hands-On Fun For Kids In Orange County: OC Parks March Events
There are a slew of nature hikes, restoration projects and other free educational programs put on by Orange County Parks this March.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Pancake Breakfast To Benefit FalconFest Yearlong Events
Proceeds will go toward Downtown Rewind, Summer Night Lights, the Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade, and the Winter Bonfire.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Freddy Mercury's Music Comes To Joliet's Hollywood Casino: Ticket Details Revealed
Killer Queen is widely regarded as one of the most authentic Queen tribute acts in the world.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Open Mic Night Will Celebrate Women’s History Month
Nutley's musicians, singers, poets, comedians and storytellers will get a chance to show off their talents at a Women’s Open Mic Night.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
3 Former Bucks Co. Poet Laureates To Read Works At BCCC
Bucks Co. bards Joseph Chelius, W.D. Ehrhart, and Jane Edna Mohler will read from their recently published books.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, NH|News|
Timberlane, Goffstown, And Bow Win NHIAA Division Championships: New Hampshire Wrestling Roundup
Salem places 4th, Londonderry 5th in DI; Milford comes in 2nd, Souhegan 3rd, Portsmouth 7th in DII; statewide Meet of Champions Saturday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Concord High School's Crimson Tide Wrestling Team Places 2nd At NHIAA Division I Championships
Twelve of the 14 Crimson Tide varsity wrestlers will compete in the NHIAA Meet of Champions bouts in Derry on Saturday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Essex County Senior Citizen Writing Contest Returns For 2026
The contest is open to Essex County residents who are 60 years of age or older.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
