Summer in America's Sailing Capital

June - August

Dive into summer in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County with waterfront breezes, lively festivals, fresh seafood, and unforgettable Chesapeake Bay adventures.

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May Events

Celebration, Festivals, and Sunshine


 

Annapolis Pride

The Annapolis Pride Parade celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, engaging residents, businesses, and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis.

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Commissioning Week

Commissioning Week, which occurs every May, involves a whole week of celebratory events and culminates with the graduation of the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen.

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June Events

Community, Arts, and Sailing Regattas


 

Annapolis Pride

The Annapolis Pride Parade celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, engaging residents, businesses, and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis.

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Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Arts Month

Anne Arundel County Arts Month is an annual celebration of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County’s talented and diverse local arts community. Explore galleries, take in a performance, or see art in action with the plein air festival from...

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Let's Go! Music Festival

Let’s Go! Music Festival was created by local music lovers. After attending multiple music festivals nationwide, they wanted to bring that experience to their hometown of Annapolis, MD. At the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds,...

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Annapolis Juneteenth Parade & Festival

Join us in Annapolis for the annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival as we commemorate and celebrate the emancipation of the last enslaved Africans in the United States.

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Paint Annapolis Plein Air Festival

Paint Annapolis is a week-long, juried, plein-air painting competition held each year that brings artists to Annapolis from around the world. 

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Santa Maria Cup

The Santa Maria Cup is a premier women’s match racing regatta returning to Annapolis from June 4–7, 2025. Hosted by the Eastport Yacht Club, this event brings elite female sailors from around the world to compete in J/22 yachts on...

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July Events

Fireworks, Tides, and Waterfront Dining


 

4th of July Parade

Annapolis fireworks are an annual tradition along the shores of historic downtown, watch them from the harbor after the July 4th parade and experience the magic of the holiday in Maryland's capital!

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Dinner Under The Stars

When the sun sets and the string lights flicker on, the historic West Street transforms into a dreamy midweek hangout. Dinner Under the Stars is back from May through September, bringing friends and families together every Wednesday night for...

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Wednesday Night Sailboat Races

Every Wednesday night from April to August (except July 2), Schooner Woodwind and Woodwind II face off in a friendly match race during the Annapolis Yacht Club’s weekly series, offering guests a front-row seat to all the action. While the...

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Naptown National Challenge

HoganLax offers a unique experience with their invite-only tournament, Naptown National Challenge. Teams from across the country and Canada converge in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County for this exciting week-long event.

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August Events

Crabs, Medieval Enactments, and more Sunshine


 

Annapolis Crab Feast

Known as the world's largest crab feast, enjoy an all-you-can-eat feast with crabs, delicious sides, drinks, and a bake sale—all while supporting local nonprofits. Join us at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for an unforgettable...

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Renaissance Festival

One of Maryland's most anticipated events of the summer, Anne Arundel county plays host to the Renaissance Festival every year beginning the last weekend in August and lasting through October.

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USNA Football

Anyone who’s been to Annapolis during the fall knows about the spirited atmosphere that engulfs the city during football season. Every Naval Academy home game, the city swells to capacity with fans from all around flooding into the...

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The Adventure Continues

Take advantage of the best season to visit the Chesapeake Bay with these blogs.


 

Where to Drop Anchor

Drop anchor near the heart of the festivities—whether you're drawn to historic charm, modern comfort, or a touch of luxury