Festivals

Annapolis launches its fireworks from a barge in Annapolis Harbor. The best viewing areas include public spaces Northeast of the Severn River, along the Naval Academy Bridge (limited parking area), any of the street-end parks facing Spa Creek, and aboard a boat in the Annapolis harbor. The Spa Creek Bridge will be closed to traffic […]

The Rotary Club of Annapolis is gearing up for its 70th annual Crab Feast. The feast is all-you-can-eat and drink, including large and #1 male crabs (the big ones) plus Maryland vegetable crab soup, sweet Maryland corn on the cob, beef barbeque sandwiches, all-American hot dogs, watermelon, draft beer, and assorted sodas and water. http://www.annapolisrotary.org/crabfeast.

The Annapolis Labor Day Regatta features races and post-race parties. http://eastportyc.org

The Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, hosted by the Fleet Reserve Association, typically begins at Hopkins Plaza with the United States Naval Academy Band followed by a short parade around Memorial Circle at City Dock.

The City of Annapolis will be hosting its annual 4th of July fireworks display at the Annapolis Harbor. The fireworks will take place at 9:15 p.m, with the best views located Northeast of the Severn River, at City Dock, along the Naval Academy Bridge, and at any of the street-end parks facing Spa Creek. WRNR […]

The Annapolis Cup Croque Match is a community-wide event that takes place each spring between St. John's College and the U.S. Naval Academy. The two schools attract thousands of people on the front lawn of St. John's for a festive lawn party complete with costumes, picnics, swing dancing, and a croquet competition.

Shed yourself of winter and celebrate spring at the annual Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning. At the beginning of boating season each March, Annapolitans gather to burn their winter socks, shuck oysters, and enjoy live music. Fun activities are offered at the festival, including electric boat tours of Back Creek.

The Annapolis Film Festival was established in 2013 as a place for filmmakers to showcase different global perspectives and independent thought to a wide audience. The festival showcases more than 70 films annually.

The annual Maryland Avenue Earth Day Festival features antiques, arts, and crafts. The event is held in the historic district of downtown Annapolis between the State House/State Circle and the United States Naval Academy.

Honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 6th Annual City of Annapolis Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Parade. Businesses from all over Maryland will converge in Downtown Annapolis and parade from Amos Garrett's Blvd down West St then Main St to City Dock.