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The 2026 Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Visitor Guide is setting sail and if your business isn’t on board, you’re missing thousands of opportunities to be seen by visitors planning where to eat, stay, shop, and explore! Spots are limited — and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

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VAAAC Industry Connect

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Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, the official destination marketing and management organization for Anne Arundel County, and the City of Annapolis, Maryland, operates as a 501c (6) nonprofit. 

Guided by core values of inclusivity, audacity, and stewardship, our mission is to foster a welcoming destination and promote tourism for the benefit of visitors, partners, and the community.

Our approach is nothing short of transformative, creating a visitor experience that surpasses expectations with holistic and intentional strategies. We create dynamic opportunities for our partners through tailored marketing initiatives, as well as focus on increased accessibility and mobility across the entire region.  

Partnering with us not only opens doors for growth but allows for collaboration with tourism businesses and organizations throughout the region. And the best part? There's no cost to join us, and you choose the opportunities that best align with your priorities or budget. 

The 2026 Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Visitor Guide is setting sail and if your business isn’t on board, you’re missing thousands of opportunities to be seen by visitors planning where to eat, stay, shop, and explore! Spots are limited — and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Reserve your ad space today and make sure they discover YOU.

2025 Upcoming Events and Key Travel Dates

Who We Are

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is managed by an experienced staff of tourism professionals and supported by a dedicated board of directors.

Leadership Team

Learn about Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County's dedicated Leadership Team.

What We Do

Fueled by lodging taxes, cooperative advertising, and grants, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County promotes and develops the region as a premier vacation, meeting, sport, and group destination.

How We Do It

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County uses a variety of marketing, public relations, and sales strategies to promote the destination in an inclusive and welcoming way.

The Foundation

In 2023, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County launched a nonprofit charitable arm to invest in and sustain the tourism and hospitality industry through mission-adjacent work.

Calendar of Events