Calendar of Events

This is a calendar of events taking place on and around the Chesapeake Bay for the months of July, August, and September.  The calendar includes a wide variety of events including festivals, boat races, boat shows, fishing tournaments, exhibitions, seminars and workshops.

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July – September 2025

July 4, 2025 – 4th of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks – Fourth of July event serving up food, live entertainment from military bands, and a big fireworks show over the Elizabeth River. Town Point Park. Norfolk, VA.

August 1, 2025 – Annapolis Rotary Crab Feast – The 79th annual all-you-can-eat crab feast featuring crabs, corn, BBQ, and hot dogs, plus beer from the keg and sodas & water. Held at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Annapolis, MD

August 11 – 16, 2025 – Queen Anne’s County Fair – Exhibits, 4H competitions, amusement rides and more. Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park, Centreville, MD.

September 13 & 14, 2025 – Maryland Seafood Festival – The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Pointe State Park in Anne Arundel County (on the Annapolis side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge) for 2025. Hotels near the Maryland Seafood Festival.