2011 Ocean City MD Sunfest

Sunfest is coming up in Ocean City MD on Sep 22nd, 2011. The event includes music, food, arts and crafts, hayrides, children's activities and more.

This popular Maryland festival celebrates summer's end and the start of the fall season at the beach. Sunfest is held at the Ocean City Inlet and along the beach. Admission to the festival is free.


For 2011, Sunfest has once again been rated by Sunshine Artist, “America’s Premier Show and Festival Magazine,” the number one traditional art and craft show in the nation. This is the second year in a row Sunfest was ranked as number 1. The rankings are based on audit reports, reader surveys and anecdotal reports from participating exhibitors.

Several concerts will be held during the festival. Linwood Peel’s Drifters, Cornell Gunter’s Coasters and the Del Vikings are scheduled to play on Thursday, September 22. Country star Jamey Johnson takes the stage on Friday, September 23. Country and pop legend Kenny Rogers is to appear on Saturday, September 24.

Tickets for all three shows are on sale at the Ocean City Convention Center Box Office on 40th St. in Ocean City. Box office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets are also available at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-551-7328.

For more information about Sunfest, visit www.ococean.com, call 410-250-0125 or toll-free at 1-800-626-2326.

Stevensville Maryland Art in the Park

The Third Annual Art in the Park will be held in downtown historic Stevensville, Maryland on June 18, 2011. The show will be in Pocket Park, located between Love Point Rd and Cockey Lane.

Local and visiting artists will exhibit original artwork including paintings, prints, photography, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, books, clothes and more.

As part of the celebration, local shops, galleries, restaurants, and historic sites will be open to the public. Other attractions will include music and food vendors.

31st Annual Havre de Grace Seafood Festival

Maryland’s oldest seafood festival, the 31st Annual Havre de Grace Seafood Festival will be held August 12-14, 2011.

Festivities Include:

Over 25 vendors serving more than 150 different foods with an abundance of mouthwatering seafood delicacies and other great foods; 100 Arts & Craft Vendors featuring artisan self-made products; A Charity Raffle with a great prize; 22 hours of free live entertainment; Silent Auction with interesting items and Sports Memorabilia; A historic City located where the Chesapeake Bay begins; Our wooden promenade on the waterfront; The Concord Point Lighthouse; Local storefronts to browse; Enjoy a relaxed day with over 30,000 of your closest friends.

The event was nominated one of America’s top 10 Festivals for 2009.



Hours:

Friday, August 12, 2011  4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Charlie Daniels Band in Concert at 8:00 pm Friday
Saturday, August 13, 2011  10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday, August 14, 2011  10:00 am – 6:00 pm

www.HdGSeafoodFestival.org

2010 Maryland Seafood Festivals

Dozens of seafood festivals will be held throughout Maryland this summer and continue through November.  Festivals range in size and diversity from St. Mary’s County Oyster Festival in Leonardtown to the 34th Annual Tawes Crab and Clam bake in Crisfield.

“Seafood festivals give residents and visitors the chance to sample a variety of Maryland’s fine seafood products and regional delicacies,” said Agriculture Secretary Buddy Hance.  “The list highlights events that benefit a variety of organizations and are sure to delight families with delicious food and activities featuring the history and culture of life on the Chesapeake Bay.”

The 2010 Maryland Seafood Festival List is available online at www.marylandseafood.org or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to 2010 Seafood Festival List, Maryland Department of Agriculture, Seafood Marketing Program, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.

GreenFest 2010

Mark your calendars now for GreenFest 2010!

Greener Choices, Greener World:
One Person At A Time
April 17th from 10am - 4pm
Howard Community College
www.hcgreenfest.org

Maryland Seafood Festivals

This is a list of some of the seafood-related festivals that are held annually in Maryland:

Maryland Seafood Festival

The Maryland Seafood Festival is a rich tradition in the State and has been held annually for 40+ years, with the most recent 30 years being held the weekend after Labor Day at Sandy Point State Park.

J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake in Crisfield Maryland

Held every year on the third Wednesday in July at Somers Cove Marina in Crisfield, this annual celebration is named in honor of Crisfield native, J. Millard Tawes - the 54th Governor of the State of Maryland. This event is an outdoor all-you-can-eat affair featuring crabs, clams, fish, corn on the cob, and watermelon and politicians.

Crisfield Waterman's Festival

The Crisfield Waterman's Festival serves steamed crabs, oysters, fried and on the half shell, fried fish, clam strips, grilled chicken and more. This October event is held on the Somers Cove Marina grounds.

St. Mary's County Crab Festival

The Crab Festival is a celebration of St. Mary's Crab Culture and Cooking. The event has steamed hard crabs, crab soups, crab cakes, and other seafood dishes available for purchase.

Maryland Festivals

Each year, Maryland has an exciting schedule of festivals. Most Maryland festivals offer foods, drinks, music, crafts, artwork, gifts and collectibles. Specialized festivals celebrate subjects such as fishing, hunting, boating, harvests, seafood, arts, crafts, music, regions, history, holidays and others. Check the tags pages (festivals, events) to find more Maryland festival information