ANNAPOLIS, MD – Annapolis residents will soon be welcoming fall, and in Annapolis that means seasonal festivals, community celebrations, and family-friendly outdoor events. Mark your calendars for:
EASTPORT ON THE MOVE: From 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, the Healthy Anne Arundel Coalition and Eastport Elementary School will host an open street event in front of Eastport Elementary School (on 5th Street between Severn Ave. and Chesapeake Ave.). This event is part of the Safe Routes to School Initiative, making it fun, safe, and convenient for kids to walk, bike, and roll to school.
WEST ANNAPOLIS OKTOBERFEST: From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 27 West Annapolis Business Association will host their annual Oktoberfest celebration. The celebration will take place on Annapolis Street between Melvin Avenue and Taylor Avenue (the road will close from 8 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m.). Enjoy a family-friendly event with food from local restaurants and food trucks, ice-cold brews, and a variety of vendors. For tickets, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-fall-on-west-street-tickets-1606767738559
GREAT PUMPKINS: The iconic Great Annapolis Pumpkins will return in October at four downtown locations: Hopkins Plaza, the Visitor Center, Dock Street, and Opera House on Maryland Avenue. These giant pumpkins are a favorite photo opportunity. On October 29, local artists will carve the giant pumpkins. The pumpkins will remain on display through November 2.
SCARECROW STROLL: Between October 25 and November 1, enjoy creatively themed scarecrows along West Street, Maryland Avenue, and Main Street. The stroll is hosted by Inner West Street Association in partnership with Maryland Avenue and State Circle Association, and Downtown Annapolis Partnership. Visit: https://www.iwsannapolis.com/event-details/4th-annual-annapolis-scarecrow-stroll
DINNER UNDER THE STARS: From 4:30 to 11 p.m. on Wednesdays through October 21, West Street between Church Circle and Calvert Street will be closed for “Dinner Under the Stars.” A special Saturday Dinner Under the Stars event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12, with the West Street road closure from 4:30 to midnight. Visit: https://www.iwsannapolis.com/event-details/masquerade-ball-drag-bingo-and-show
36th ANNUAL KUNTA KINTE HERITAGE FESTIVAL: Noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 26 at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. A full day of music, dance, arts & crafts, food, children’s activities, culture, community and more. Visit: www.kuntakinte.org/
OLD FOURTH WARD UNITY DAY: Noon to 8 p.m. in People’s Park (Calvert Street at Clay Street in Annapolis), enjoy a family-friendly community event that is open to the public.
