Tom & Trudy Stalder flank artist Rhonda Ford as she poses with her winning 2020 EYC Lights Parade poster. Image courtesy of Trudy Stalder. The EYC Lights Parade has been canceled this year due to COVID but that doesn’t mean we can’t look back at the storied history of the parade and share a toast…
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Want to know who I admire? Those crazy sailors who brave the winter wind to follow their passion for sailing—even in February! It’s the season for the annual frostbite series sailboat races that take place in Annapolis and other seaside towns in December, January, and February. Photo courtesy of…
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If you want to see Annapolis—to really see and know Annapolis—take a walk across the Spa Creek Bridge. Spanning lovely Spa Creek, the bridge connects Compromise Street in downtown Annapolis with 6 th Street on the Eastport side. The view from the top is awesome in every direction, showcasing the…
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Why in the name of the Chesapeake Bay oyster would anyone choose to burn their own socks? Head to Eastport to see for yourself at the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning on Saturday, March 23, 2019, noon to 4 pm. Courtesy of Annapolis Maritime Museum The annual event is held around the time of…
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About 18 knots from Ego Alley is another waterway eagerly anticipating the holiday season. On Thursday, December 19 th the banks of Rock Hold Creek in Deale, MD were lined with a fleet of South County natives and alike eager to show off their decorated boats in the 2 nd Annual Deale Parade of Lights…
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You may not think of Annapolis as a your ideal wintry retreat this season, but according to Travel + Leisure Magazine, Annapolis is one of America's Best Towns for the Holidays. This holiday season promises to be no different. Whether you want to wander around town taking in the quiet of the season…
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What is the holiday season without the Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade? Back for its 36th year (held on December 8 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm), the holiday lights parade features up to 40 boats of all shapes and sizes, brightly decorated with thousands of lights, floating through the Annapolis…
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Twinkling lights, magical events, and wintery wonderlands - Annapolis is a great place to enjoy time with family while soaking in the holiday spirit. Consistently ranked one of the best cities in America to visit during the holiday season, there are a handful of events for everyone to enjoy. Check…
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Summer is in full swing here in Annapolis! Festivals, events, outdoor dining, sailing, water cruises, concerts – it’s the perfect time to visit Annapolis and experience everything the city has to offer. From lacrosse games and outdoor concerts, to paddleboarding and walking tours, there’s no better…
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