As the leaves fall and the weather cools down, sometimes all we want to do is curl up in the comfort of our living room with a fleece blanket. But there are Turkey Trots to run and Lights on the Bay to see. Here are a few opportunities to get out and have some fun this November — even if running isn’t your thing.
Annapolis Bike Party
Nov. 1, 7:30-9 p.m. | Acton Cove
Annapolis, MD 21401
Join Annapolis Bike Party for monthly group rides! These rides are recreational, traveling at about 8 to 10 miles per hour on the streets of Annapolis. Riders should be able to control a bicycle in traffic and complete an hour of biking.
Free | facebook.com/annapolisbikeparty
DIY Kids’ Workshops at Home Depot
Nov. 2 & 30, 9 a.m. – noon | Home Depot
55 Forest Plaza, Annapolis, MD 21401
Make your own pumpkin tic-tac-toe game board on Nov. 2 or a hot cocoa ornament for the holiday season on Nov. 30, while supplies last.
Free | homedepot.com/c/kids
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov. 17, 7-8 p.m. | Annapolis Town Center
1906 Towne Centre Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401
Help Annapolis Town Center light its Christmas tree! Festivities will be located on the boulevard near P.F. Chang’s and the East Village Boathouse. There will be a DJ, games, fireworks and a mobile bar. Santa will come to help light the tree at 7:45 p.m.
Free; tickets required for headcount | annapolistowncenter.com
Lights on the Bay
Nov. 19-30, 6-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday,
5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday | Sandy Point State Park
1100 E College Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21409
The Lights on the Bay display is a scenic drive along the shore of the Chesapeake Bay with more than 70 animated and stationary displays illuminating the roadway. Buy 3D glasses for $5 to make the magical light show come alive; sponsored by the SPCA of Anne Arundel County.
$20/car | lightsonthebay.com
Thankful Storytime
Nov. 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. | The Library at the Mall Annapolis
2250 Annapolis Mall Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Join the library for a special story time to celebrate the season of thankfulness and gratitude! This event is best for preschool-aged kids.
Free | aacpl.net
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K
Nov. 28, 7-9 a.m. | Jefferson Patterson Park
10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685
Come strut your stuffing at the Calvert County Community Partners Turkey Trot 5K! This is a family-friendly, fun-filled race through Jefferson Patterson Park and a long-standing tradition that benefits Project ECHO and the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park.
$27-$38; free for ages 3 and younger | jefpat.maryland.gov
Arnold Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K
Nov. 28, 8:30-10:30 a.m. | The Greater Annapolis Y
1209 Ritchie Highway, Arnold, MD 21012
Join The Y for a fun-filled Thanksgiving morning of tradition, family, fitness and giving back! Open to individuals of all ages and abilities, everyone (including your dog) is invited to walk, run or leisurely stroll the 3.1-mile course and soak in the atmosphere.
$16.90-$38.10; free for ages 6 and younger | ymaryland.org
