For one week only —discover local brews and coffee-inspired cocktails, collect punch card stamps, and win prizes
ANNAPOLIS, MD – In honor of National Coffee Day on September 29, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) invites coffee lovers to raise their mugs and hit the caffeine rush trail during the Café Diem: The Annapolis Coffee Crawl — running from September 28 to October 5. The week-long celebration of coffee culture brings together independent coffee shops, restaurants, lounges and cafés throughout the Annapolis region, offering participants a chance to discover coffee brews and lattes by day, and espresso martinis and coffee-inspired cocktails by night.
From cozy espresso bars to waterfront roasters, each stop on the crawl showcases the vibrant flavors and warm hospitality of Annapolis and for one week only, participants can collect punch card stamps and win exciting prizes. Look for special Café Diem-only specials and discounts at participating locations.
Participating Locations Include:
- 49 West Coffeehouse Winebar & Gallery
- Bean Rush Café
- Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
- Bread and Butter Kitchen
- Café Ole
- Courtyard by Marriott Annapolis
- InGrano Bistro Bakery
- LEO Restaurant
- Level a Small Plates Lounge
- Oscar’s Coffee
- Pearl Restaurant and Ponche Tiki Bar
- Sweet Hearts Patisserie
Highlights of the Crawl:
- Punch & Win: Visit participating locations to pick up your punch card, complete your punch card by visiting participating locations, and earn a chance to win brew-tiful prizes.
- Beanie Bonus: The first 50 participants to submit a full punch card to the Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Visitors Center (26 West Street) will receive a limited-edition Café Diem beanie.
- A “Latte” Adventure: All completed cards are entered to win two tickets to the Annapolis Sailboat Show.
- Post Your Roast: Share your crawl experience on Instagram using #CafeDiemAnnapolis. The top four posts will enter a fan vote for a gift basket overflowing with gift cards, coffee items, and much more.
Whether you're a die-hard coffee aficionado or just looking for a fun way to explore the region, the Café Diem: The Annapolis Coffee Crawl offers a flavorful journey through the heart of Maryland’s Capital City.
About Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County: Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is a nonprofit, partnership-focused destination marketing and management organization dedicated to fostering a welcoming destination and promoting tourism for visitors, partners, and the community. The tourism and hospitality industry in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County significantly impacts Maryland's economy. In 2024, visitor spending injected $4.3 billion into the state economy, attracting more than 7.2 million visitors, and sustaining more than 27,000 jobs (both directly and indirectly), according to the 2024 Economic Impact of Tourism in Maryland Report. For more information, please visit www.VAAAC.org.
