Annapolis
Annapolis ESOL/NHS Scholarship Fundraiser – The Byzantium Event Center
Thursday, September 20th, 6–8:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of delicious food, wine and beer, classic jazz music from the Tom Lagana Duo, and a silent and live auction supporting a great cause. The Annapolis ESOL/National Honor Society Annual Scholarship was established to encourage ESOL International Academy students at Annapolis High School to pursue studies at Anne Arundel Community College.
Run Now, Wine Later – Navy Exchange
Friday, September 21st, 5:30 p.m.
Don't miss out on this great 5k and wine tasting event. After the run, enjoy a wine tasting from the vendors of the NEX, games, food trucks, and fantastic door prizes. Registration includes a t-shirt, a finisher medal, and a goody bag.
Annapolis Out of the Darkness Walk – Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
Saturday, September 22nd, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Suicide prevention starts with everyday heroes like you. Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium as they walk to fight suicide and raise awareness about mental health. Be a part of the movement turning hope into action, and create a culture that's smart about mental health. Funds raised at the walk will benefit the Maryland Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Bridal Grand Opening Party – Veils for Tails
Saturday, September 22nd, 5–8 p.m.
Join Veils for Tails for its Grand Opening Party Pink Carpet Event. Enjoy tasty treats while owsing our designer idal and formal wear collection. Shop other local wedding vendors who will be in attendance such as Elizabeth Ann Photography, calligrapher artists, floral designers, event planners and more! Veils for Tails Consignment and Bridal Boutique supports animal welfare with every sale.
Maryland Therapeutic Riding's Cornhole Tournament – Maryland Therapeutic Riding, Crownsville
Saturday, September 22nd, 5–10 p.m.
Join us on The Farm at MTR for our inaugural Cornhole Tournament! This double elimination tournament is open to everyone at any skill level. Enjoy a 50/50 raffle, beer pull, food truck, cash prizes, and more. All proceeds from this event directly support children, adults, active military and veterans with special needs.
Singable Feast – The Westin Annapolis
Saturday, September 22nd, 6 p.m.
Cele ate the 46th season of the Annapolis Opera with a Spanish flair! Savor Spanish cuisine, be entertained by Flamenco artists, and hear rising opera stars.
Annapolis Run for the Light House – Quiet Waters Park
Sunday, September 23rd, 8 a.m.
The Friends of the Light House host the Annapolis Run for the Light House Half Marathon, Jogging Joe Shafran Memorial 5K Run, and 1.25-mile Donut Dash Run/Walk. This race offers distances for all ages and skill-levels, making it perfect for the whole family. All proceeds benefit the Light House Homeless Prevention Support Center.
Eastern Shore
Ocean City Sunfest – Ocean City Inlet
Thursday, September 20th through Saturday, September 22nd, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sunfest cele ates its 44th year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival. Head to Ocean City's inlet lot for four fun-filled days of arts and crafts, delicious food, and live entertainment. This year's headlining entertainment included Forever Tina, The Cadillac Three, and Daughtry.
Haven Ministries' Second Annual Golf Tournament
Friday, September 21st, 9 a.m.
Join Haven Ministries for its second annual golf tournament. Registration included green fees, cart, range balls, continental eakfast, complimentary beverages on the course, and lunch in the clubhouse. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams, longest drive, and closest to the pin. Plus, enjoy a special hole-in-one contest, door prizes, and a 50/50 drawing. Proceeds benefit Haven Ministries.
Choptank Heritage Skipjack Race – Cam idge Main Street
Saturday, September 22nd, 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Watch as endangered ships race along the Choptank River in preparation for oyster season. Enjoy the pre-race festival and boat parade along with a radio-controlled skipjack regatta from the docks of Long Wharf during the middle legs. The winner receives agging right for the year and all participants get equal show-up money for boat maintenance and preservation.
Frederick Douglass Day – Town of Easton
Saturday, September 22nd, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Frederick Douglass Honor Society, the Town of Easton and Talbot County Free Li ary invite you to join in cele ation of the life and legacy of Talbot County native Frederick Douglass, one of the nation's most prominent figures in African-American and United States history. An abolitionist, editor, orator, author, statesman, women's suffragist and reformer, Douglass was a firm believer in equality for all people.
Bay Music Festival – QAC 4H Park
Saturday, September 22nd, 2–9 p.m.
Enjoy an incredible day of live music, food trucks, cold beer, family friendly activities, and so much more during the Bay Music Festival. All proceed benefit the Centreville Liions Club and the Wilmer Eye Clinic.
Magic in the Meadow – Adkins Arboretum
Saturday, September 22nd, 5–8 p.m.
An equinox to remember! Cele ate autumn's arrival and the splendor of nature at Adkins Arboretum's Magic in the Meadow gala. As twilight falls, sip a signature cocktail while exploring meadow and woodland paths on foot or by tram. Savor scrumptious hors d'oeuvres, enjoy live entertainment, and peruse a tantalizing array of silent auction items.
Dorchester Center for the Arts Showcase – Cam idge Main Street
Sunday, September 23rd, 12 p.m.
This signature event is designed to cele ate and foster an appreciation of the arts in Dorchester and surrounding communities, and to showcase the area as a prime cultural destination. Visitors can enjoy more than 75 artist and artisan booths featuring painting, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, photography, and woodworking. Heritage arts such as blacksmithing and model work boat building will be featured as well.
St. Michaels Concours d'Elegance – Inn at Perry Cabin, St. Michaels
Sunday, September 23rd, 10 a.m.
The 12th annual St. Michaels Concours d' Elegance returns. Peruse rare, exquisite rolling works of art, including pre-war, coach-built, and award-winning sports cars. Like the traditional events held in Paris, the show field is complemented with an elegant fashion show. An enhanced VIP Lounge and garden party exclusively offers culinary delights, libations, and live music. Enjoy a day of grand classic motoring, antique wooden boats, fashion, and style. Proceeds benefit the new Classic Motor Museum.
Western Shore
Elton John – Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
Friday, September 21st, 8 p.m.
After more than half a century on the road and an unparalleled career that has redefined the cultural landscape and seen Elton John claim his place as a true global icon, the superstar announced his final tour called “Farewell Yellow Brick Road”. Elton's new stage production will take his fans on a musical and highly visual journey spanning a 50-year career of hits like no one has ever seen before.
Little Treasury Jewelers Grand Re-Opening – Little Treasury Jewelers, Gam ills
Saturday, September 22nd, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Little Treasury Jewelers invites you to its Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting. Enjoy refreshments and h'oeuvres, an award presentation to the $1000 shopping-spree winder, and a special appearance by noted jewelry designer Charles Krypell.
35th Annual Homestead Gardens Fall Festival – Homestead Garden, Davidsonville
Saturdays, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. through October 29th
The 2018 Annual Homestead Gardens Fall Festival is a family-oriented event that takes place on 30 acres surrounding the iconic showroom in Davidsonville. Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkins, wind your way through our 2-acre corn maze, meet alpacas, pigs, goats, sheep, ducks and chickens in the Homestead Barnyard, enjoy delicious food and treats, and ride the pumpkin and pollinator express.
Watershed Stewards Academy Anniversary Kickoff Event – Mayo Beach Park, Edgewater
Saturday, September 23rd, 12–4:30 p.m.
Watershed Stewards Academy is cele ating its 10th anniversary and they want you to join them! Enjoy a family friendly afternoon of lawn games, environmental literacy activities, boating, food and more.
