August Things To Do

August is packed with summer fun, from cracking crabs at the Rotary Club of Annapolis Crab Feast and catching high-flying action at Nitro Circus to live music, waterfront adventures, and more. 

Visitor Center Activities

All Month Long 

Make the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Visitors Center part of your August adventure. Stop in daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays during Dinner Under the Stars, to meet local businesses, discover things to do, and get personalized recommendations for where to stay, dine, shop, and explore. 

On August 13 and 14, the Chesapeake Roving Ranger from the National Park Service will be on-site sharing stories about the history, ecology, and culture of the Chesapeake Bay.  

You can also contribute a canvas square to America 250: This Is Now, a community art project celebrating the people and places that make the region unique. 

Don't miss the Be Revolutionary: America250 Exploration Trail, where you can visit participating sites throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, check in, and redeem prizes while exploring the area's revolutionary history. 

Rotary Club of Annapolis Crab Feast 🦀

August 7, 2026 

Grab a mallet and get ready to crack into Maryland blue crabs at this iconic Annapolis tradition. With all-you-can-eat crabs, cold drinks, and plenty of summer fun, it's a must for any Maryland seafood lover. 

Nitro Circus featuring Travis Pastrana 🏍️

August 23, 2026 

Ready for some adrenaline? Head to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for Nitro Circus, featuring jaw-dropping freestyle motocross, BMX, and high-flying stunts led by Annapolis' own Travis Pastrana.

Final Sounds of Summer 🎶 

All Month Long 

On the Water: 

• Chronic Sailing Tunesday Floating Concerts – Tuesdays  

• Tides & Tunes at Annapolis Maritime Museum – Thursdays through August 20  

• Annapolis Sunset Cruise with Live Music – Fridays  

• Chesapeake Bay Experience with live music – Saturdays  

• Wednesday Night Races aboard Schooner Woodwind and other cruises  

Outdoor Music: 

• Dinner Under the Stars – Wednesdays  

• Thursday Night LIVE! at Annapolis Town Center  

• Quiet Waters Park Summer Concert Series – Saturdays  

• National Watermelon Day at Benson-Hammond House – August 8  

• The Bards at SP Taphouse – August 14  

• Summer Days on the Farm at Benson-Hammond House – August 22  

• The Bards at Stan & Joe's – August 28  

• BloomHaven: "Road to Baygrass" at Maryland Hall – August 29  

At Rams Head On Stage: 

Catch live performances throughout the month, including Patty Griffin, Mike Love & The Full Circle, PJ Morton, Southern Avenue, Donavon Frankenreiter, The Verve Pipe, and more. 

Waterfront Adventures ⛵ 

All Month Long 

Make the most of August on the water with cruises, sails, paddles, and sunset experiences. 

• Annapolis Harbor & USNA Cruises  

• America's 250 Harbor Cruises  

• Annapolis Darling Sunset Cruises  

• Chesapeake Sunrise Photographic Experiences  

• Chesapeake Bay Bridge Cruises  

• Scenic Severn River Cruises  

• Thomas Point Lighthouse Cruises  

• Annapolis Sunset Cruises  

• Private Daytime & Sunset Charters  

• Wednesday Night Races Sunset Cruises  

• Wilma Lee Heritage & Sunset Cruises  

• Monday History Sunset Sails  

• Sunset Cruises with Endless Summer Charters  

Prefer to get on the water a different way? Try a Sunrise Paddle, Downtown Sunset Paddle, Full Moon Paddle, or SUP Yoga Sunset with Capital SUP.

Family-Friendly August Fun 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 

All Month Long 

Keep the whole crew entertained with hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly experiences throughout the county. 

• Annapolis Explorers Summer Camp  

• Farm Animals Petting Zoo & Kona Ice at Hancock's Resolution  

• Kid's Activity Lab at Captain Avery Museum  

• Carload Crazies Skate at Skate Zone    

• A Midsummer Night's Dream at Historic London Town  

• Resin Art Workshops at The Resin Room  

• Scavenger Hunts throughout Annapolis  

History, Heritage & Exploration 🏛️ 

All Month Long 

Go beyond the waterfront and discover the stories that shaped Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. 

Explore with the Scandalous Annapolis and Weird, Wacky & Unusual History of Annapolis tours, learn more about African American heritage, or step into the past with Historic Annapolis programs and living history experiences. 

• Scandalous Annapolis by Watermark – August 1  

• Weird, Wacky & Unusual History of Annapolis – August 8  

• African American Heritage Tour – August 15  

• Living History on Pinkney Street – August 15  

• The Loyalist Ladies of Annapolis – August 29  

• Historic Annapolis Book Club – August 20  

• Monthly Open House at the Free School Museum – August 9  

• Historic Ghost Tour – Saturdays    

• Best of Annapolis Tour: Colonial Annapolis, State House & U.S. Naval Academy  

Arts, Culture & Creative Experiences 🎨 

All Month Long 

From pop-up shops and art workshops to live performances, August offers plenty of ways to get creative. 

• Charm Bar HERE. in the pop-up shop – August 1–2  

• La Dolce Vita Summer Pop-Up Shop – August 1–2  

• Funky Art Club at Honey Creative Hive – August 6  

• ArtFarm Annapolis Creative Circle – August 13  

• Mosaic Art Workshop at Captain Avery Museum – August 15  

• Anchors + Artisans – August 16  

• The Talent Machine: The Show That Started It All – August 14–16 & 20–23  

• Maryland Hall Presents BloomHaven: Jazz and Jams – August 16  

• Maryland Hall Presents BloomHaven: "Road to Baygrass" – August 29  

Farmers Markets & Local Finds 🧺 

Recurring Throughout August 

Spend a summer morning browsing fresh produce, local goods, handmade finds, and more at farmers markets around the county. 

• Anne Arundel County Farmers Market – Sundays  

• First Sunday Farmers Market at Honey's Harvest Farm – August 2  

• Third Sunday Farmers Market at Honey's Harvest Farm – August 16  

• First Sunday Arts Festival – August 2  

• Anchors + Artisans – August 16 

Summer isn't over yet, but if you want a sneak peak at Fall here you go! Tag us in your August adventures at @VisitAnnapolis or #VisitAnnapolis.