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Happy Fall Y'all, October is here!

As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Autumn makes itself known along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. In October, Annapolis & Anne Arundel County always has something to do. The picturesque Annapolis waterfront comes alive with the sight of sailboats & powerboats from around the…

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A Brief History of May Day

Annapolis knows how to make a lasting impression but combine the quaint beauty of the town with vibrant flowers, and you have an unforgettable memory. The first time I ever visited Annapolis was on May Day, and I was immediately sold. I could not believe the camaraderie between home and business…

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Travel Tips for Navigating Through Downtown Annapolis

While the rebuild of Hillman Garage continues, AMRP and the City of Annapolis have instituted a mobility plan to help residents, customers, and visitors navigate downtown. Annapolis Go, Bird Scooters & E-bikes, Water Taxis, and the Free Downtown Shuttle (it's bright purple, you can't miss it!) all…

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Top Instagram-able Places in Annapolis

Make your Instagram pop by tagging @visitannapolis on Instagram and post a picture in America’s sailing capital! Here are some of the Top Instagram-able places in Annapolis. Annapolis City Dock Annapolis has always been a busy harbor since its establishment in 1649. At Annapolis City Dock, sailing…

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There's A New Bar (Arcade) In Town

Search our site – for “Annapolis bars” and you’re guaranteed to get tons of results. Try “Anne Arundel County arcades” and you’ll see those too. But one of the newest places to have fun in the area, GameOn Bar + Arcade, is both. Located in a 110-plus-year-old brick beauty in downtown Annapolis, next…

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Chocoholics Rejoice!

Here’s something sweet to celebrate: the return of the Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival. Created by the Inner West Street Association (the same team behind the popular First Sunday Arts Festival), the Chocolate Binge Festival takes over the first block of West Street on December 5, in a…

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First Sunday Arts Festival

First Sundays on West Street If you are looking for the perfect way to spend an afternoon, look no further than the First Sunday Arts Festival in downtown Annapolis. This Sunday will be the last festival of the season, wrapping up the festival’s 20 th year! The festival takes place on the first…

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Hammond-Harwood's Secret Garden Tour

There is something magical about peeking through gardens, exploring behind gates, not knowing what you might find around the next corner. I have been on the Annapolis Secret Garden Tour many times, and it never ceases to inspire and delight. For me, it conjures up memories of reading The Secret…

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The First Sunday Arts Festival: Redefined

Aerial view of First Sunday Arts Festival on West Street. Photo courtesy of the Annapolis Arts District. The First Sunday Arts Festival, simply known as First Sunday to many, is one of those things Annapolitans have come to rely on and take for granted. Even for those who don’t set out to attend as…

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