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| The Blue Angels and 40 ships are coming. Tall ships and naval vessels from around the globe sail into Baltimore for Star-Spangled Sailabration – the June 13-19 maritime extravaganza that launches Maryland’s War of 1812 bicentennial commemoration. Free public tours of the ships will be offered, starting June 14, Flag Day. Sailabration includes an aircraft display and festival, June 16-17, at Martin State Airport in conjunction with a spectacular air show over Fort McHenry featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. |
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Wine celebrations
Raise a toast to Maryland wine. Great Grapes, June 2-3 at Oregon Ridge Park in Baltimore County, spotlights 20 state wineries in a festive, pastoral setting. Participating restaurants and wine shops offer specials for Maryland Wine Week, June 8-17. Southern Maryland showcases local produce and Maryland wine (18 wineries) at Eat Drink Go LOCAL, June 16 in North Beach. |
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Civil War stories
Immerse yourself in Maryland’s Civil War history during this 150-year anniversary of the war’s Maryland Campaign.
Gilmor’s Raid, June 1-3, Jerusalem Mill Village, Kingsville, Baltimore County
Barbara Fritchie Phenomenon, June 1 – Dec. 31, Museum of Frederick County History, Frederick
Blue and Gray Days, June 9-10, Point Lookout State Park, St. Mary’s County
Washington County First Call Weekend, June 16-17, City Park, Hagerstown
Corbit’s Charge Commemoration, June 23-24, Westminster, Carroll County
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Food festivals
Savor local favorites at these fun, annual happenings:
Strawberry Festivals, June 2 at: Sykesville-Freedom Fire Company in Carroll County, and Sandy Spring Museum in Montgomery County
St. Mary's Crab Festival, June 9, Leonardtown, St. Mary’s County
Delmarva Chicken Festival, June 15-16, The Centre at Salisbury, Wicomico County
Tilghman Island Seafood Festival, June 23, Talbot County
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Arts festivals
Celebrate the arts at Arts Fest, Charles County’s largest arts festival, June 9 on the grounds of LaPlata Town Hall. Juried artists and craftsmen display their work at the Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival, June 9-10 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, close to the historic district. In Howard County, the 25th annual Columbia Festival of the Arts runs June 15-30. |
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Maryland heritage
Discover Cumberland’s cultural roots at the town’s Heritage Days Festival, June 9-10. On June 16 in St. Mary’s County, the Juneteenth Festival and 5K Run/Walk honors the June day in 1865 when all enslaved people in the U.S. received their freedom. Also, the Nanticoke River Jamboree – a day of living-history exhibitions – is June 23 at Handsell, an 18th-century dwelling north of Vienna. This year’s theme: Life on the River, 1612-1812. In addition to a native plant sale, kayaking and biking are available. View more events. |
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