What Are You Doing This Weekend?

Had enough turkey and shopping? We understand. That’s why we’re offering these wonderful alternatives in Upper Marlboro and beyond.

This weekend, you can check out the 12th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Show at Darnall's Chance Museum, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive in Upper Marlboro.

This is possibly the most delicious event you'll see all holiday season. Too bad you can't eat the grand prize. Tickets are $1. The show begins at noon tomorrow.

You can also check out these awesome events -- in Gambrills, Annapolis and Glen Burnie.

What: Ashley Forrest at Kaufmann's

When/Where: 8 p.m. Saturday at , 329 Gambrills Road, Gambrills

Why Go: Nashville recording artist singer/songwriter Ashley Forrest will perform music from her upcoming album.

Cost: Free

What: The Gingerbread Pirates

When/Where: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis

Why Go: The annual holiday show runs for one day only this year and will feature a visit from Santa after each show.

Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for children (ages 2 to 12) and children younger than age 2 are free.

What:

Where/When: performances begin at 5:30 with the official tree lighting at 7 p.m., Sunday at City Dock

Why Go: There will be a performance members of the Chesapeake Ballet Company perform, a tree lighting, remarks from Annapolis Mayor Josh Cohen and refreshments.

Cost: Free

What:

When/Where: 1-5 p.m. Sunday at , 2597 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie

Why Go: Continue to give thanks this weekend by giving to those in need. Donate gently used winter clothes, canned food and toys to be shared with needy families during the holiday season.

Cost: Free