EVENTS: May-July Event is from 10:30am-4:30pm and will offer food, entertainment, craft vendors and historic displays. Parade begins at 10:30am. Kinetic Sculpture Race June TBA AFI Docs Film Festival AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring Montgomery County https://a silver.a .com On the shores of Baltimore’s Harbor Baltimore, Baltimore City https://kineticbaltimore.com The Preakness Stakes with authentic colonial games, canapés and more to commemorate George Washington’s visit to Cumberland to lead the suppression of the 1794 Whiskey Rebellion. The American Visionary Art Museum hosts this race of human-powered works of art. Racers compete for awards like “next to last” and “mediocre champion” weaving through 15 miles of land, sea and mud across the city, resulting in an adrenaline-fueled parade of entertainment. Pimlico Race Course 5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore Baltimore City www.preakness.com June 13-14 Heritage Days Museums, Parks and Historic sites countywide, Montgomery County www.heritagemontgomery.org/events/ heritage-days Solomons Maritime Festival Calvert Marine Museum 14100 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons Calvert County www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/233/ annual-events 410-326-2042 This 145-year-old Baltimore tradition is held at Pimlico Race Course as the horses compete for the second jewel of the Triple Crown. Enjoy a full day of racing from the grandstand or party at InfieldFest with concerts on multiple stages right in the middle of the racetrack. The Hollywood Reporter calls it the “premier showcase for documentary film.” AFI DOCS is the nation’s documentary film festival known for showcasing the best in documentary filmmaking from the U.S. and around the world. Capital Jazz Fest May 16–17 Wine in the Woods Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods 10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia Howard County http://wineinthewoods.com Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods 10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia Howard County www.capitaljazz.com/fest/2019 Antique boat and marine engine show, learn how to pick crabs, see Chesapeake Bay retrievers in action and talk with traditional Maryland craftsmen. d c Multi-day, multi-stage outdoor music festival. Festival marketplace with arts and crafts, specialty food court and meet and greet with artists. d $ Various Locations Downtown Columbia 10275 Wincopin Cir, Columbia Howard County https://columbiafestival.org 410-715-3044 Heritage Days is a festival that highlights historic, cultural and outdoor recreation sites with special programs including exhibits & demonstrations, live music, activities for children and much more! Heritage Days is the perfect chance to enjoy many small sites that are not regularly open to the public. June 13–14 OC Air Show Ocean City Beach Area 15th St & Boardwalk, Ocean City http://ocairshow.com May 2–3 Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival Howard County Fair Grounds 2210 Fairgrounds Rd, West Friendship Howard County https://sheepandwool.org Wine in the Woods is one of the premiere events in the region and a source of pride for Howard County. Recreation and Parks put on this two-day event highlighting more than 25 Maryland wineries. In addition to the wineries, the event attracts almost 50 artisans, musicians on two stages and over 20 food vendors. d $ Columbia Festival of the Arts The Air Show is visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk, creating an inspiring experience for visitors. Featuring more than 800 sheep, sheep shows, sheep breeds display, parade of breeds, all kinds of demonstrations (including working sheepdogs, sheep shearing, spinning and weaving), sheep to shawl contest, fleece show and sale, workshops and seminars, special activities for kids, cooking demonstrations, food booths, musical entertainment and more than 275 vendors. d $ May 22–24 Chestertown Tea Party Festival Near the Chester River and throughout Chestertown, Kent County www.chestertownteaparty.org An annual celebration of the arts in a broad spectrum of art forms and cultures, encouraging interaction among artists and audiences, and featuring local and national artists. d $ Downtown Federalsburg, Caroline County www.facebook.com/federalsburgfrogfest June 19–20 Antique & Classic Boat Festival & The Arts at Navy Point Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 213 North Talbot St, St. Michaels Talbot County http://cbmm.org/events/annual-festivals-and-special-events 410-745-2916 Frogfest Towson Court House Gardens 400 Washington Ave, Towson Baltimore County www.towsontownspringfestival.com 410-825-1144 Towsontown Spring Festival and Gardens Day The largest outdoor festival in Maryland and one of the largest on the East Coast, with approximately 250,000 visitors. (Memorial Day Weekend). The festival marks the anniversary of one of the area’s most notable historic events, when the citizens of Chestertown—in an act to show resistance to British rule—tossed a ship’s cargo of tea overboard into the Chester River in 1774. The festival’s Tea Toss reenactment is the centerpiece of the event which includes a Friday night Block Party, Saturday 5K & 10-mile races, craft beer and local wine samples, craft vendors, street performances, street parade and more. Sunday continues with a fun-filled wakey raft race. $ This fun-filled day includes a Youth Fishing Derby, Kayak Poker Run and Frogfest, featuring rides, music, food, vendors, fireworks and more. Heritage Days Washington Street Historic District Washington and Baltimore sts, Cumberland, Allegany County www.heritagedaysfestival.com 301-722-0037 Old boats, cool waterfront fun with wooden and fiberglass classics, vintage racers and other antique and Chesapeake Bay-related boats, along with a juried arts maritime arts show. June 20 Drink Maryland-Centreville Downtown Centreville Lawyers Row & Broadway, Centreville Queen Anne’s County https://marylandwine.com May 30 Maryland Freedom Swim Dorchester Visitor Center 2 Rosehill Pl, Cambridge, Dorchester County https://runsignup.com/race/md/ cambridge/marylandfreedomswim May 2–August 28 Town of La Plata Summer Concert Series La Plata Town Hall 305 Queen Anne St, La Plata Charles County https://towno aplata.org 301-934-8421 Cumberland’s annual Heritage Days Festival marks the traditional beginning of summer. Heritage Days has something for everyone. June 4–7 95th Anniversary of Deep Creek Lake 15 Visitors Center Dr, McHenry Garrett County www.visitdeepcreek.com Browse local products, handmade crafts and enjoy live music and delicious food—all while learning about the local craft beverage industries of Maryland. The Friday night Summer Concert Series takes place on the lawn at La Plata Town Hall. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for sitting. The Kids’ Zone allows parents to enjoy the concert while keeping an eye on the little ones. May 7–10 Springfest Inlet Lot at the south end of the Ocean City Boardwalk Ocean City https://ococean.com/events/springfest Who hasn’t driven over the Frederick C Malkus Jr bridge (Choptank River Bridge) on Rt 50 and wondered what it would be like to swim from one side to the other? Well if you are one of THOSE folks, this is a race for you. Join us as we navigate the Choptank River, between the bridges from the the Talbot County side to the Sailwinds Park beach access point on the Dorchester County side. This 2.0 mile trip across the Choptank River will be supported by paddle craft, motor craft and the USCG. $ June–September Summer Evening Concerts at Boordy Vineyards Boordy Vineyards 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes Baltimore County www.boordy.com/visit-the-vineyard/events 410-592-5015 Celebrate the 95th anniversary of Deep Creek Lake with events, specials and discounts at participating businesses around Garrett County. June 5–7 Havre de Grace Jazz & Blues Fest Cultural Center at the Opera House and various venues in town 121 N Union Ave, Havre de Grace Harford County www.hdgjazzbluesfestival.org 410-939-2100 Enjoy wine tasting, picnicking and dancing under the stars to popular live bands! May 31–June 13 National Music Festival Venues in Chestertown and throughout Kent County http://nationalmusic.us July 4 Fire on the Mountain July 4th Fireworks Display Wisp Resort overlooking Deep Creek Lake 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, Garrett County www.visitdeepcreek.com/pages/ reonthe mountain reworksdisplay Four dynamic days of food, live musical entertainment and unique arts & crafts under four huge big-top tents. May 16 Kent Island Day Historic Stevensville Town Center Main St and citywide, Stevensville Queen Anne’s County www.kentislandheritagesociety.org Kent County is transformed into a hub of music for two weeks. The event pairs gifted apprentice musicians with world-class mentors. The performers get together for open, free rehearsal and incredible performances in venues across the county in orchestral and chamber repertoire. All rehearsals are free and open to the public. However, some concerts require a ticket. Last year’s line-up included: Mindy Abair and the Boneshakers, Johnny Neel, Cab Calloway Orchestra, Nico Sarbanes Trio, Eric Byrd Trio, Rising Stars and many more. Check website for the 2020 schedule. d June 12 Whiskey Rebellion Allegany Museum 3 Pershing St, Cumberland, Allegany County https://whiskeyrebellioncumberland.com/ events-and-activities Fireworks display launched at Wisp Resort out toward the waters of Deep Creek Lake. Rain date: July 5. d Celebration of the founding of Kent Island! Enjoy tastings of whiskey and other spirits, historic re-enactments, colonial ‘pub’ room DESTINATION MARYLAND ✥ 51
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