July 4th in Downtown Annapolis
July 4th; Parade 6:30 p.m. Fireworks 9:15 p.m.
Join this patriotic salute to our nation with marching bands, old and new fire engines, cars and vans, service clubs, and scouts! ROUTE: The parade kicks off at Amos Garrett and West Street. We'll head down West Street, the wrong way around Church Circle, and down Main Street. Anywhere along the parade route will provide a good view of the parade. Annapolis launches its fireworks from a barge in Annapolis Harbor. Begin lining up at 8:00 PM for the best view. Viewing areas include public spaces Northeast of the Severn River, City Dock, along the Naval Academy Bridge (limited parking area), any of the street end parks facing Spa Creek, and aboard a boat in the Annapolis harbor.
Independence Day Parade in Severna Park
July 4th, 9:15 a.m.; Severna Park Chamber of Commerce
Each year, the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce, as part of its Independence Day festivities, holds a Decorated Bike Contest for our youngest residents.
Salute the Sunset: United States Air Force Band Airmen of Note
July 4th, 7 p.m.; National Harbor
Join the National Harbor's annual Salute the Sunset Concert Series. Grab a blanket, pick up take out food from one of our restaurants and enjoy the evening with performances by United States Military Bands.
July 4th, 10:30 a.m.; Eastport Elementary School
Parade from Eastport Elementary to Turner Park on July 4th. Party at Turner Park afterwards with awards, games, ponies, and frozen treats to celebrate Independence Day. All proceeds benefit the Heroes Memorial Park at Eastport Fire Station.
July 5th; Downtown Easton
On the First Friday of each month downtown Easton art galleries extend their hours and invite you in for an artistic adventure! See new art exhibits and meet the artists, plus some galleries will serve hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Make a reservation at one of Easton’s many restaurants to make the evening complete.
July 5th; Moton Park, Easton
The Easton Economic Development Corporation is thrilled to announce the return of Outdoor Movie Nights. Friends and Families are invited to come early, bring a picnic blanket or chair, and enjoy free screenings of entertaining and exciting films with everyone in their community. This month, watch Blue Beetle in Spanish with English subtitles.
Annapolis Blues Home Soccer Game
July 6th; Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis
It's the last game of the season! Come out one last time this year to break the attendance record once again while our home teaqm takes on Grove Soccer United.
Historic Stevensville Art Market
July 6th; Historic Stevensville
The purpose of the Stevensville Arts & Entertainment District Monthly Art Market is to provide a platform for local vendors to showcase and sell their unique artistic creations to a wider audience. By organizing the monthly Art Market, our aim is to foster a vibrant and supportive community for local artists and artisans, while offering visitors a diverse and engaging cultural experience through the discovery of unique products. Join to strive to promote the appreciation of art and creativity within the local community by offering a curated marketplace that encourages interaction, dialogue, and an artistic experience for visitors.
Smithsonian Teen Summer Program
July 6th; Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Edgewater
Watershed Ecology- Join using microscopes and pond stamping techniques to discover what the presence of specific aquatic insects means for the health of our waterways.
July 6th, 7 p.m.; Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St Michaels
In celebration of Independence Day, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will host Big Band Night on July 6, inviting guests to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets for an evening of music, dancing, and fireworks along the Miles River. The rain date for the concert and fireworks is July 7.
July 7th, 11 a.m.; West Street, Annapolis
Inner West Street Association is the proud sponsor of Maryland's premier art festival. From May through November, thousands of visitors enjoy shopping along beautiful West Street in downtown historic Annapolis.
Rock Hall - Rock Hall Harbor, July 3rd
Annapolis - Downtown Annapolis, July 4th
Sherwood Forest/ Severn River - July 3rd
American Legion Post 226 - Edgewater, July 6th
Middle River - July 6th
Cambridge - Great Marsh Park, July 4th
Chestertown - Wilmer Park Waterfront, July 4th
Kent Island - Kent Narrows, July 4th
Great Oak Manor - Chestertown, July 4th
Elkton - Meadow Park, July 4th
Easton - Easton Parkway & St. Michaels Road, July 4th
St. Michaels - St. Michaels Harbor, July 6th
St. Michaels - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, July 6th
Rock Hall - Rock Hall Harbor, July 3rd
Ocean City - On the beach at N. Division Street and Uptown at Northside Park, July 4th
Herrington Harbor - North Beach, July 3rd
Chesapeake Beach - Center of Town, July 3rd
Bowie Baysox Stadium - Bowie, July 3rd
Glen Burnie - Sawmill Creek Park, July 3rd
Six Flags America - Upper Marlboro, July 3rd, 4th, and 5th
Whoof on the Wharf - Edgewater, July 4th
The 51st Annual Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Association Show
July 11th through 14th; Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Association, Easton
This year featuring the Gravely National Mow In. There will be added tractor games on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Join for live demonstrations and displays, live steam train models, antique cars and trucks, blacksmiths, a horse pull event, lots of good food, live music and family fun. Do some shopping in the flea markets and crafts area will be open each day. Relax in the shade and enjoy tractors, gas engines and steam engines. Explore seven museum buildings with operating displays including two saw mills.
July 11th, 6 p.m.; Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
The St. Michaels Community Center is pleased to announce their 2024 schedule for our Concerts in the Park series, taking place at the waterfront Muskrat Park in St. Michaels, and featuring local talent on the gazebo stage beginning at 6 p.m. on each Thursday (except July 4).There will be treats and opportunities to tip at each concert. This week, enjoy The Good Stuff
Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series
July 11th, 7 p.m.; Annapolis Maritime Museum, Annapolis
The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series located at the Museum’s waterfront McNasby campus (723 Second St., Annapolis) offers 10 weeks of popular music–from rock to folk to blues–with the incomparable backdrop of the Chesapeake Bay.
July 12th through 21st; Easton Airport
Plein Air Easton is the largest outdoor art competition in the nation and is celebrating its 20th year in 2024. Competition artists who have been juried in will descend on Easton to have their canvas' officially stamped on July 12th. Public, ticketed and free events (for the kids too) take place all week long!
July 12th through 14th; Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville
The Renegade Monster Truck Tour is set to make its return here at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds in Crownsville, MD July 12-14 2024! 4 Huge Shows! See Stone Crusher, Hooked, The all new Shredder, The return of Stinger Unleashed plus Shockwave, Be Aware and more! This year, its more Monster Trucks & More Action!
July 13th through 14th; Historic London Town and Gardens, Edgewater
Join us for our signature summer event as we explore what "independence" meant for the people of London Town in 1776. Meet a colonial Marine or militia member, enjoy crafts and games, and talk with costumed historic interpreters to learn about life on the brink of revolution.
July 13th; ArtFarm Studio, Annapolis
This was started as an event to talk about mental health in a way that's entertaining & engaging. Since 2017, there has been poets, visual artists, dancers, clothing designers, etc. sharing their experiences with mental illness. There's been diverse "speakers" - both upcoming & established - from all over the world. It keeps coming back to do the event because it champions people in the struggle & brings awareness to that struggle. In 2023 they formed a 501(c)(3) non-profit with an aim to grow beyond one yearly event in Annapolis to other activities in other areas. Hit us up to be a part of it - as a "speaker" or listener.
Beat the Heat the Old- Fashioned Way
July 13th 2 to 3:30 p.m.; Hammond Harwood House, Annapolis
Ice cream was as popular in early 19th century Maryland as it is today — a great way to beat the summer heat. Join Joyce White, Food Historian, in the historic Hammond-Harwood House kitchen as she demonstrates how a copper sorbetiere was used to make ice cream. Attendees can try their hand at molding faux ice cream from Crayola Model Magic clay. (Modern-day ice cream will be served at the sundae bar!)
July 13th, 8 p.m.; Garfield Center for the Arts, Chestertown
Something wicked is washing up on the shores of the Chester River this summer. Nationally celebrated Bette Midler impersonator Jessica McCleary in her outrageous Sanderson Sister Cabaret performance.
July 14th, 5 to 6:30 p.m.; Oxford Community Center, Oxford
Come see the artists compete for $1000 Artist Choice Prize and purchase your favorite! You know you have the "perfect" spot for it on that one remaining wall at home.
July 16th; William Paca House and Garden, Annapolis
Meet in the Garden, The William Paca House Gardens, for our mid-summer Green Drinks. Cool off and learn all about our efforts for a plastic-free summer. Please bring your water bottle and enjoy a zero waste evening in our City’s most spectacular outdoor spot. Green Drinks is a get-together for people who care about the Environment. Meeting in a casual atmosphere is the best way to get to know one another and pull together locally for our planet. MEET ONE NEW PERSON & LEARN ONE NEW THING!
