December Nights -- Events Near Towson

The Southerly Blog, Towson, MD When you're ready to head out of your apartment for a night on the town, check out these options for December.

December is a busy month filled with activities, gatherings, and everyday life, which is why today The Southerly Blog is posting about things to do in December so they’ll be at your fingertips. Do you want to know when The Nutcracker is playing? We’ve got it. Yearning to see a great holiday lights display? We know where to go. Thinking about where to go for New Year’s Eve? We have suggestions. Check it out in today’s post.

The Nutcracker Ballet

Ballet Chesapeake’s The Nutcracker at Towson University — December 9th & 10th

Don’t miss this timeless classic. If you’re not familiar with the story, in a nutshell, The Nutcracker is the story of a young German girl, Clara, who receives a nutcracker as a gift from her godfather and later dreams of a Nutcracker Prince and a fierce battle against a Mouse King with seven heads; and following the battle the prince comes to life and she explores an enchanting land of sweets visiting the Sugar Plum Fairy before awakening.

For a more in-depth look at the story, Nutcracker Ballet presents a complete synopsis: The Nutcracker Ballet Story: The Most Common of Many Variations, or watch this Youtube video that captures the story of The Nutcracker in five minutes.

Holiday Light Displays

If you’re up for a bit of driving, Maryland Tourism suggests taking in various Holiday Light Displays around the state, noting that, “Dazzling lights on winter nights will put you in the mood for the holiday season.”

New Year’s Eve Options

Get out of your apartment and experience Maryland’s nightlife to celebrate New Year’s Eve with your favorite people. Maryland Tourism has 25 Nightlife Hot Spots to check out, “whether you’re looking for a family fun night, a girls’ or guys’ night out or a romantic date night with live music, Maryland’s got you covered.”

Experience Maryland

If you need more adventures in December (or plan ahead for the coming year!), TripAdvisor has places to go and things to do in Towson, MD.

Where is your favorite place to spend time in the state? Let us know in the comments, and happy holidays to everyone in our apartment community. Thanks for reading our post!