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UPCOMING EVENTS
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May Day
May 1
Annapolis
Anne Arundel County |
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Saddle up and celebrate Maryland’s rich horse history this spring. Explore the network of Horse Discovery Centers across the state or gallop over to Horse Appreciation Day, May 9 in Pasadena. The Preakness Stakes -- the second jewel of Thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown -- takes place May 16 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Steeplechase events like the Potomac Hunt Races, May 17, reflect another equestrian tradition in Maryland. Fair Hill Races, May 23, attract horse lovers and families to Elkton. |
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Spring Celebrations
These yearly events include regional traditions and seasonal festivities.
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Southern Maryland Spring Festival, April 30-May 3, Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, St. Mary's County |
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Mayfest, May 2, Frederick, Frederick County |
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May Day, May 2, Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's County |
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Towsontown Spring Festival, May 2-3, Towson, Baltimore County |
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Springfest, May 7-10, Ocean City Inlet Parking Lot |
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Somerset Strawberry Festival, May 15-16, Marion Station, Somerset County |
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Soft Shell Spring Fair, May 24, Crisfield, Somerset County |
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Strawberry Festival, May 30, Sykesville, Carroll County |
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Wine and Beer Festivals
Raise a glass to the flavors of Maryland at these festivals.
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Wine & Food Festival, May 2-3, National Harbor, Prince George’s County |
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Sykesville Art and Wine Festival, May 3, Carroll County |
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Cambridge Beer Festival, May 9, Dorchester County |
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Wine in the Woods, May 16-17, Symphony Woods, Columbia, Howard County |
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Frederick Beer Week, May 29-June 6, Frederick County |
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Maryland Craft Beer Festival, May 30, Frederick, Frederick County |
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St. Michaels Brew Festival, May 30, Talbot County |
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Flower Markets and Plant Sales
Breathe life into your home garden with new foliage and native plants.
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FlowerMart, May 1-2, Mount Vernon, Baltimore City |
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St. Mary Anne's Garden Market, May 1-2, North East, Cecil County |
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Flower and Plant Market, May 1-3, Union Mills, Westminster, Carroll County |
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Native Plant Sale, May 2, Robert E. Lee Park, Baltimore County |
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Spring Plant Sale, May 2, Historic Londontown and Gardens, Edgewater, Anne Arundel County |
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Cylburn Market Day, May 9, Baltimore |
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Mountain Maryland Native Plant Festival, May 9, New Germany State Park, Garrett County |
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Summerseat Plant Sale, May 9, Mechanicsville, St. Mary’s County |
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Annual Plant Sale and Garden Mart, May 16, Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, Harford County |
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Jazz, Blues, Rock & Roll
Concerts and festivals bring toe-tapping music across the state.
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M3 Rock Fest, May 1-2, Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, Howard County |
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Berlin Jazz & Blues Fest, May 2, Worcester County |
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Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival, May 16-17, Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, Anne Arundel County |
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DelFest, May 21-23, Fairgrounds, Cumberland, Allegany County |
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Western Maryland Blues Fest, May 28-31, Hagerstown, Washington County |
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Garden Tours
Look beyond the garden gates and celebrate the bright blooms of spring.
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Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage, May 3, 9, 16, 17, and 30, Statewide |
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Secret Garden Tour of North East, May 16, Cecil County |
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Secret Garden Tour of Havre de Grace, May 16, Harford County |
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Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour, May 16-17, Frederick, Frederick County |
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