At only 10 and 20 miles respectively from downtown Easton and St. Michaels, Oxford is worth a stop during your holiday stay in Talbot County, Maryland.
The waterfront town of Oxford transforms into a charming holiday haven during Christmas on the Creek, a beloved event that brings the community together with classic holiday activities that capture the magic of the season.
The Oxford Community Center’s final concert in its jazz series, featuring the Dominick Farinacci & Aaron Diehl Holiday Show kicks off a weekend of celebrations on Friday, Dec. 5. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., with limited seating, and advanced tickets are needed.
The celebration continues on Saturday, Dec. 6, with The Church of the Holy Trinity’s Christmas Market running from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. A gingerbread decorating workshop is being offered from 10:30 a.m. – Noon at the Oxford Firehouse. Beginning at 2 p.m. guests can collect a cookie box and stroll through Oxford to participate in the 3rd Annual Cookie Walk.
Lighting of the Dock Trees
As the sun sets on Saturday, December 6, the annual lighting of the dock trees along Town Creek takes place, rain or shine. Guests are encouraged to gather no later than 4:30 p.m. at one of the ideal viewing locations, including Campbell’s Town Creek Boatyard and Cutts & Case Shipyard, to enjoy good company, holiday treats, festive music, and more. Sunset is estimated to be at 4:43 p.m.
Lighting of the Ferry
At 6 p.m., a new Lighting of the Ferry ceremony takes place, with Santa Claus heading down to the ferry dock to flip the switch and reveal a festively lit Oxford-Bellevue Ferry.
The new tradition draws families and friends to the waterfront to capture the start of the season, with the Talbot remaining lit at the ferry dock for picture-perfect moments through January 10.
The opening weekend concludes on Sunday, December 7, with Breakfast with Santa at the Oxford Firehouse, taking place from 8 to 11:00 a.m.
Holiday Fun throughout the Season
While in Oxford, take in the Oxford Museum’s holiday train exhibit, running from Nov. 22 through Dec. 14 showcasing the multi-generational Passano Family collection that extends back to 1935. The museum is open weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Treasure Chest’s Annual Holiday Open House and Winter Sale, is scheduled for Dec. 5 -7.
The holiday spirit continues with the Oxford Holiday Market, taking place from December 12 to 14 at the Oxford Community Center, where local artisans showcase a unique collection of handmade crafts and gifts.
It may be winter, but you can’t visit Oxford without stopping at Scottish Highland Creamery. There’s a reason they were ranked one of the top five ice cream shops by TripAdvisor. You don’t want to miss their holiday flavors.
Oxford’s picturesque waterfront and charming small town community spirit make it a must-visit stop during your visit to Talbot County.
