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THE TOWSON TORCH / HOLIDAY GUIDE 2026
Celebrate here. Shop here. Spread some good cheer here.
Your complete guide to holiday food, thoughtful gifts, festive events and ways to give back around Towson—from Thanksgiving through New Year’s.
Start planning ↓2026 edition · Updated November 11, 2026
A guide that grows with the season.
We’re assembling this year’s holiday listings. Explore the planning ideas below, browse existing Torch coverage, and send us the local events, gifts and good deeds we should include. Confirmed listings will include dates, prices, deadlines and direct links.
01 / FOOD & PARTIES
Good food. Great company. A little less time in the kitchen.
Explore Towson food & diningAsk about private rooms, minimum spend, group size, accessibility and parking. Reserve before your preferred date fills up.
Compare holiday takeout and catering by pickup time, servings and ordering deadline—not just the menu price.
Holiday menus and party listings coming soon.
02 / SHOPPING & GIFTS
Thoughtful gifts, neighborhood finds, and a little Towson in every bag.
Meet local businessesThink small indulgences, stocking stuffers and gifts for teachers, hosts and neighbors. Our local gift picks are on the way.
Consider a meal, a class, a performance or a locally purchased gift card. Check redemption terms before you buy.
2026 gift picks and shopping events coming soon.
03 / EVENTS & EXPERIENCES
Markets, music, lights and celebrations worth putting on the calendar.
Browse Towson’s events pageTree lightings, Santa visits, holiday markets, Hanukkah celebrations and New Year’s plans will appear here as details are confirmed.
We’re collecting outings with free admission and budget-friendly ways to celebrate. Any required tickets and extra costs will be noted.
2026 holiday calendar being assembled. Have an event? Send us the details.
04 / FAMILY & VISITING GUESTS
Less “What should we do?” More making a day of it.
Explore arts & culturePair one local activity with lunch or hot chocolate. Check age restrictions, accessibility and reservations before you head out.
Plan a movie, a performance or an arts outing for cold and rainy days. Our school-break picks are coming soon.
Family activities and visiting-guest picks coming soon.
05 / GIVE BACK
A little time, a thoughtful donation, a warmer holiday for a neighbor.
Suggest a drive or volunteer opportunityAsk organizers for current wish lists, donation condition requirements and drop-off times. Confirm delivery deadlines before collecting items.
Gather friends, coworkers or your family around one local cause. Check volunteer age limits and sign-up requirements first.
Local drives and volunteer opportunities coming soon.
06 / HOSTING & HOLIDAY PREP
Get the house, the table and the family photo ready—with local help.
Explore local servicesPlan ahead for flowers, decorating, cleaning, catering and family photos. Ask about lead times, availability and cancellation terms.
Keep a short list for host gifts, dessert, gift cards and the things you forgot. Check holiday hours directly before leaving home.
Holiday services and last-minute ideas coming soon.
SAVE YOURSELF A SCRAMBLE
The useful little checklist that keeps the season feeling festive.
Party venue, group dinners and family photos.
Holiday meals, catering, flowers and special gifts.
Ticketed events, performances and Santa visits.
Pickup windows, holiday hours and donation deadlines.
HELP US MAKE THIS COMPLETE
Send us an event, a great local gift, a holiday menu or a way to help. Include dates, location, price, deadlines, a direct link and a contact person.
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