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Miracle on 34th Street

726 West 34th Street Baltimore, Maryland 21211

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34th Street in Hampden is easily the most festive block in Baltimore. Every year, neighbors come together to decorate their houses with thousands of lights and decorations to create a magical experience for friends and family to enjoy. Visitors can meander down the street by car but to get the full experience it’s best to travel by foot.

 

34th Street is suggesting that due to COVID-19, it is best to not come this year. If you still want to get a peek of the action, we recommend going in a car and following safety precautions in order to social distance appropriately.

 

(Tip: We love to do this as a weeknight activity and grab dinner at one of the great restaurants on the Avenue in Hampden before or after we check out the lights! This year, grab takeout to support local!)

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Katie Raspa
Our work in Baltimore is truly a family affair. Husband and wife, Matt and Katie, work together to head up our ambassador team in Charm City. Katie is a Maryland native and has lived in the state her whole life. She moved to Baltimore in 2007 after graduating from the University of Maryland, College Park with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. She has been working in the field of early childhood education as a teacher and family coach for the past 12 years. Katie also holds a Masters of Education in Literacy from Loyola University. She is passionate about giving kids and families the knowledge and tools that they need to thrive. Matt grew up in the Highlandtown neighborhood of Baltimore. As a city native, Matt is a great resource on all that the city has to offer. After months of helping Katie explore the city for her role at a Happy Active Family, he decided to put his love of writing to use and officially come on board as an ambassador. Matt and Katie have two girls, ages 5 and 7. They spend their weekends camping, hiking, or exploring other hidden gems in their area. Tap into their insider knowledge by downloading the app today!
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