Snow Flake Alley is on Google Maps! Take a virtual stroll down the alley here - but make sure you visit in person, too!
Midnight Madness
Parking tips for downtown Annapolis
Our free circulator bus that runs throughout downtown Annapolis.
The historic downtown Annapolis area is a beautiful small area that is easily walkable or bikeable from any of our parking garages or parking lots. The majority of on-street parking is limited to 2-hour parking, this is perfect for those coming in for a short time and need quick access to their favorite store or restaurant. For those coming to spend longer periods of time, the parking garages all allow for all-day parking at very reasonable rates. All of the downtown parking garages are also served by a free circulator shuttle that runs every 20 minutes throughout downtown Annapolis. There are designated stops and you can also waive to the driver and they will stop and pick you up. See the circulator shuttle's current location and route by clicking here.
Special Parking Deals for the Holidays between Thanksgiving and Christmas in addition to our favorite tips listed below.
Free Parking for Small Business Saturday (Nov 30) and Midnight Madness events (December 5, 12 and 19) at Whitmore Parking Garage (25 Clay Street)
3 Hour free parking EVERY DAY at all on-street metered spaces when you enter the promo code ParkDTA into the Park Mobile App
Small Business Saturday, November 30 - $5 all-day parking at Gotts Court and Knighton Parking Garages when you prepay at www.annapolisparking.com
Thursdays December 5, 12 and 19 - $5 all-day parking at Gotts Court and Knighton Parking Garages when you prepay at www.annapolisparking.com
Below are our favorite parking tips for downtown Annapolis that you can use all year!
Free Parking Garage Options
1) State Parking Garage (19 St. Johns Street) Free weekdays starting at 6 pm and free all day Saturday and Sunday
2) Whitmore Parking Garage (25 Clay Street) is free on Sundays until 4 pm or $2 all-day Sundays.
3) Hillman, Gotts, Knighton and Park Place Parking Garages are free on Sundays until 1 pm.
Free parking for City of Annapolis Residents for 2 hours at Hillman, Gotts, Knighton and Park Place Parking Garages. Visit Annapolis Parking at 60 West Street and Park Place Parking Garage to get your free parking passes.
Earn free parking with Park and Shop. Make a purchase from select retailers and restaurants and they will give you vouchers for free parking in city-owned parking garages including Hillman, Gotts Court, Knighton and Park Place parking garages. Click here to learn more about participating locations and details. Businesses can sign up for this program at 60 West Street.
$2 Parking for all evenings at Whitmore Parking Garage (25 Clay Street) starting at 4 pm every day.
$5 evening parking after 8 pm at Gott's Court Parking Garage
New Parking lot - The school board parking lot next to Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre is now open to the public in the evenings and weekends.
Parking garages are cheaper the farther you park from City Dock i.e. Park Place, West Garrett, Knighton, Whitmore and Gotts Parking Garages. They all offer a free circulator shuttle that runs along West Street, Calvert Street, State Circle, Duke of Gloucester and Main Street every 20 minutes.
Employee Parking starts at just $2 all day if you park at Park Place Parking Garage plus get a free shuttle to downtown. Gotts and Knighton Parking Garages offer discounted $2 employee evening parking starting at 3 pm. Hillman Parking Garage has discounted evening employee parking for $5 after 3 pm. Employers can sign up for their employees at 60 West Street.
Free Circulator Bus now stops at every downtown Annapolis Parking Garage and takes you to West Street, Calvert Street, St John College, State House, Duke of Gloucester Street, City Dock and Main Street.
Bike Share and bike parking
New Pace Bike Share has arrived. Current locations include the Market House, behind Chick and Ruth's Delly, Whitmore Park, Banneker-Douglas Museum and the Graduate Hotel(formerly the Loews Hotel). Download the Pace Bike Share App to see all the bike share locations and to rent a bike today. If you are riding your own bike into town click here for all bike rack locations to park your bike. This is a great way to travel into town for those living or staying nearby. Plus you get a little exercise and save the planet at the same time.
For more parking information including addresses of all parking garages and parking rates go to www.annapolisparking.com
Midnight Madness – A Festive Shopping Celebration in Downtown Annapolis 2019
Thursdays, December 5 and 12 from 6PM until Midnight and December 19 from 6PM until 11PM
Experience Midnight Madness in Annapolis
Downtown Annapolis Partnership proudly presents Midnight Madness—a Historic Downtown Annapolis holiday tradition that encompasses the charm and character of our most beloved memories of Norman Rockwell and Charles Dickens. We will adorn the streets and participating storefronts with holiday decorations, trees, garland, snowflakes, bows and lights to create a Downtown Winter Wonderland. Residents and visitors are invited to stroll along Main Street, West Street, Maryland Avenue, State Circle, and Dock Street from 6 PM until Midnight to support our local businesses. When we Shop Local, we reinvest in our community and help our downtown businesses thrive. Check out all the stores, galleries, and boutiques along West Street, Maryland Ave, State Circle, Main Street, Market Space, Randall Street, and Dock Street.
A very special thank you to our premier sponsor, Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis for their ongoing support!
Some of our Featured Attractions:
- Holiday Light Canopy over West Street / Annapolis Arts District
- Snowflake Alley: A magical passageway to a delightful evening of fun, entertainment, shopping deals and treats to eat. | Main Street (Cabbage Alley)
- Holiday Christmas Tree at Market Space
Our historic, brick-lined streets will be full of carolers, choirs, musicians, and other street performers. We will offer fun photo opportunities for all ages. Downtown merchants may offer complimentary refreshments, specials, shopping incentives and a personalized approach to customer service that is certain to create a delightful sense of community and belonging. Please join us!
To make your experience more enjoyable:
- The Calvert Street Parking Garage is Free Parking between 6 pm and 6 am. Located at 19 St Johns Street
- Use the Park & Shop program is earn free parking at Hillman, Gott's Court, Park Place and Knighton Parking Garages.
- The Whitmore Parking Garage is free from 4 pm to 6 am. Located at 25 Clay Street.
- $5 parking at Park Place and Knighton Parking Garages when you prepay at www.annapolisparking.com
- Free Circulator buses run along West Street, Calvert Street, State Circle, and Main Street.
Midnight Madness – Annapolis 2019
Here is just some of the many stores you will find at Midnight Madness in downtown Annapolis
Annapolis Shopping / Retail / Gallery
Alpaca International - clothing boutique
Annapolis Arts Alliance Popup Store - gift, art, and craft gallery
The Annapolis Pottery - pottery store and studio
Back Creek Books - specialty book shop
Blanca Flor Silver Jewelry - sterling silver jewelry and gifts
Capital Comics - comic book store
Graul's Market - grocery store
HERE. a pop-up shop - pop up gift boutique
Hobo International - Handbag Boutique
Irish Traditions - Irish clothing and gift boutique
Lilac Bijoux - clothing boutique
The Lucky Knot - clothing boutique
Maria's Picture Place & Gift Shop - gallery, picture framing & gift shop
Maryland Federation of Art - gallery
The Pink Crab - clothing boutique
Mission Escape Rooms - interactive escape room experience
RASA juice shop - vegan, gluten-free food and juice shop
Sheehy Lexus - car dealership
The Spice & Tea Exchange - seasoning and tea shop
TTR Sotheby's International Realty - real estate services
Tyler Bo - clothing boutique
Woodcraft Artisans - home decor
Zachary's Jewelers - fine and custom jewelry
Entertainment & Tours
Cruises on the Bay - Watermark - Take a ride on the Jolly Express
Mission Escape Rooms - interactive escape room experience
Urban Eventours - transportation services and tours
Annapolis Restaurants & Food
Buddy's Crabs & Ribs - seafood and ribs
Caliente Grill - Latino cuisine
Carpaccio Tuscan Kitchen - Italian cuisine
Chick and Ruth's Delly - deli and bakery
Federal House Bar & Grille - bar and grille
Galway Bay Irish Restaurant - Irish pub
Kilwins - ice cream and chocolate shop
Level A Small Plates Lounge - cocktails and tapas style cuisine
Light House Bistro - social enterprise restaurant
Middleton Tavern - Chesapeake cuisine
Miss Shirley's Cafe - Southern style breakfast and lunch
Mission BBQ - barbeque restaurant
O'brien's Steakhouse - Chesapeake cuisine
Rams Head Tavern - American tavern fare
Reynolds Tavern - teahouse and pub
Stan and Joe's Saloon - American pub fare
Starbucks - coffeehouse
Annapolis Hotel / Inns
Annapolis Waterfront Hotel - hotel and conference/ballrooms
Georgian House - bed & breakfast
Historic Inns of Annapolis - historic inns and conference rooms
"CoCo with the PoPo"
Annapolis - A National Treasure
There is no prettier time of the year to visit our beautiful City of Annapolis. We were voted one of America's Best Towns for The Holidays by Travel and Leisure. Make plans to enjoy your holiday season in Annapolis
Snowflake Alley
MIDNIGHT MADNESS SPECIALS
Make your holidays brighter with these specials from our local businesses:
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