Holiday Party Venues in Harford County: County Rooms You Can Rent

by Josh Tessier

Looking for a place to host a holiday party in Harford County? The county rents indoor rooms at its recreation and activity centers for family get-togethers. Smaller indoor events can also be booked year-round at the house at Swan Harbor Farm in Havre de Grace. For questions, call Harford County at 410-638-3000.

County rooms you can rent

Harford County Parks and Recreation says these facilities can be reserved for any type of family function:

Edgewood Recreation & Community Center
McFaul Activity Center in Bel Air
Havre de Grace Activity Center
Norrisville Library and Activity Center
Emmorton Recreation & Tennis Center
Forest Hill Activity Center
Chenowith Center in Fallston
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Eden Mill Nature Center

How to book: use the county's online Facilities finder. The county says you can search reservable facilities for the time of your event, then book online by filling out the form and paying (if applicable). Check each listing for details.

Know the rules: the county says all tobacco products are banned at county parks and facilities. Alcohol is allowed with a permit only at the parks the county lists (Churchville Recreation Center, Forest Hill Recreation Complex, Francis Silver Park, Hickory Park, Norrisville Recreation Complex and Reckord Road Park). Ask about alcohol before you book.

Swan Harbor Farm

Swan Harbor Farm is a Harford County Parks and Recreation property at 401 Oakington Road in Havre de Grace. The outdoor tent season runs mid-April to the end of October, but smaller indoor events can be booked year-round.

Size: the house can be rented for small functions of 100 (mingling) or 70 (seated), or when dancing is not part of the event. The county notes the rooms are moderate in size and cannot hold everyone together.
Uses: the county says the house is often used for corporate meetings, cocktail, birthday and anniversary parties.
Food: all events must be catered, and you pick your own licensed and insured caterer.
Music: music is allowed in the house, but no dancing.
Time: you can only be on site during your contracted time. You can rent extra time to set up.
Tours: call 410-939-6767, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., to make an appointment with the event coordinator. Appointments are Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The county's pages do not list prices or holiday dates. Ask when you call.

Plan ahead

Check open dates early in the season.

Need gifts for the party? See my local food gifts guide. For more holiday plans, see the 2026 Holiday Hub.

FAQ

Can I rent a room for a party in Harford County?

Yes. Harford County Parks and Recreation rents indoor spaces at centers including McFaul, Edgewood, Havre de Grace, Emmorton, Forest Hill, Chenowith and Norrisville.

How do I book a Harford County facility?

Use the county's online Facilities finder to search reservable spaces for your date, or call Harford County at 410-638-3000 and ask for Parks and Recreation.

Can you rent Swan Harbor Farm in winter?

Yes. The county says smaller indoor events can be booked year-round. The outdoor season runs mid-April to the end of October.

How many people fit in the Swan Harbor Farm house?

About 100 mingling or 70 seated, per the county, and the rooms cannot hold everyone together.

Do I have to use a certain caterer at Swan Harbor Farm?

No. All events must be catered, but you can pick any licensed and insured caterer.

About the author: Josh Tessier is a Harford County REALTOR® with the Lee Tessier Team at eXp Realty, based in Bel Air. He has been licensed in real estate since 2011, and the Lee Tessier Team has sold 5,900+ homes. He lives in Harford County and is raising his family here. Call or text (443) 617-2099.

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