Celebrate Maryland @ MarylandFest
Annapolis-based 8 Ohms Band will perform during MarylandFest on May 2 at Historic St. Mary’s City. (Submitted photo)
MarylandFest is taking over Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11am to 5pm, with a day filled with fun, food, and drinks.
MarylandFest is a family-friendly event sponsored by Historic St. Mary’s City Foundation and Patuxent Dental. With live music, local food, beer, wine, and beverage vendors, and activities for all ages, the festival offers something for everyone.
Event Highlights Include:
- Live Music featuring HydraFX and Annapolis-based 8 Ohms
- Foggy Bottom Morris Dancers and a traditional Maypole Dance
- Crab Derby races throughout the day
- Maryland Pride Dog Parade – guests are invited to dress their dogs in Maryland colors and show their state spirit
- Maryland Dove Deck Tours
- Appearance by Miss Maryland 2025 Maria Derisavi (Miss St. Mary’s County)
- Local Food, Beer, Wine, and Spirits Vendors
- Craft Vendors
- Family Activities, inflatables, crafts, and more
Historic St. Mary’s City will host MarylandFest on May 2. The event will be filled with family-friendly activities, live music, and food. Admission is $5 for ages 12 and older; free for children 11 and younger.
Maryland Dove Deck Tours and tours of the outdoor museum will be offered throughout the day.
Admission is $5 for ages 12 and older; children 11 and younger are free.
MarylandFest builds on the success of its inaugural year and continues to grow as a signature spring event at Historic St. Mary’s City—welcoming visitors from across the region to gather, celebrate, and experience Maryland’s past and present.
For more information, visit www.hsmcevents.com/marylandfest or follow Historic St. Mary’s City on social media.
Dress in your favorite red, yellow, and black. Come for the food, stay for the fun, and celebrate the spirit of Maryland at this unforgettable event!
What to bring: lawn chairs, personal fans, blankets, and well-behaved, leashed pets.
What to leave at home: coolers, tents and tarps, outside alcohol, smoking and vaping of any substance.
Available for purchase: food & drinks from local vendors (bring ID for alcohol), MarylandFest swag & Maryland-themed goods, and handcrafted items from local artisans.
