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Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
(see also: 2023 - 2022 - 2021 - 2020 - 2019 - 2018 - 2017)
August 5-9, 2024
Eastern Apicultural Society Annual Conference
Ellicott City, Maryland
Turf Valley Resort. One of the largest gatherings for the promotion of bee culture, education of beekeepers, certification of Master Beekeepers, and excellence in bee research.
2023 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2023
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust 5, 2023 - 52nd Annual Corn Roast Festival
Westminster, Maryland
Held at the historic Union Mills Homestead, the event includes music throughout the day, art vendors, tours of the homestead and grist mill and a fried chicken dinner with all the roasted corn you can eat! August 5-12, 2023 - Annual Howard County Fair
West Friendship, Maryland
Something for all ages with exhibits, animals, agricultural displays, contests, entertainment, amusement rides, food, family-oriented fun, and more! General admission tickets are $5.00 for 10 years & up, senior admission tickets are $2.00 for 62 years & up, and children under 10 years old are free. Parking is free on-site. August 11-19, 2023 74th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair
Gaithersburg, Maryland August 12, 2023 Eastern's Bayside Blues and Wine Festival
Baltimore, Maryland
Blues and wine festival featuring Maryland wineries and five blues bands. Various types of food and crafts onsite.
August 18-20, 2023 Wicomico County Fair - Salisbury, Maryland
Winterplace Park Equestrian Center, Salisbury, MD. There is something for everyone at the fair including kids games, animals, home arts, auctions, entertainment, and of course, lots of competitions. The Wicomico Farm and Home Show has partnered with the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce to expand the 81 year fair traditions. We will now incorporate activities from the Chicken Festival to the long running event. August 19-20, 2023 Annual Maryland Seafood Festival
Annapolis, Maryland
Annapolis City Dock will be the host site for the annual Maryland Seafood Festival, a tasty and entertaining tradition, with music, great food, exhibits, arts and crafts, and featuring The Capital’s Crab Soup Cook-off and the DNR's Maryland Fishing Challenge Award Ceremony.Attendance: 20,000. August 24-Sept 10, 2023 Maryland State Fair - Timonium, Maryland
Attracting over 500,000 visitors annually, the Maryland State Fair features thoroughbred horseracing, bull riding, barrel racing, concerts, agricultural fair tours, games, rides, and more. The Fair has been a late summer tradition since 1878. Attendance: 500,000. August 26, 2023 Southern MD Wine, Jazz, R&B & Funk Festival
Prince Frederick, Maryland
This festival draws thousands of music and wine lovers from throughout Maryland and surrounding states. It showcases a number of Maryland wineries, food and retail vendors and live music all day long by local and regional bands. It's a relaxing day for a mature crowd. Attendees must be 21+ years of age.
2022 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2022
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust -, 2022 - Animal Rights National Conference
Bethesda, Maryland
EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS. The world's largest and longest-running event of its kind. The conference attracts more than a thousand newcomers and longtime activists alike who join together to learn, network, and get inspired. Our exciting program will feature special sessions connecting animal agriculture and climate change, as well as opportunities to shop from cruelty-free vendors, and enjoy delicious vegan food.
2021 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2021
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust 7, 2021 - Baltimore Wine & Food Festival
Baltimore, Maryland
Harbor Point - Central Plaza, Inner Harbor - 11am to 5pm. Over 100 Different INTERNATIONAL and LOCAL Wines, Beers, and Spirits. The title says wine but there are all types of adult beverages offered, sampled, and compared. A souvenir glass to take home. Great food to taste and to buy from some of our great vendors and great food trucks. August 7, 2021 Chesapeake Crab, Wine & Beer Festival
Baltimore, Maryland
A celebration of the bounty of Chesapeake Bay complete with thousands of crabs, delicious beers and wines and other mouth-watering seafood. The show will feature live music, arts and crafts, exhibits, fun kids' activities, carnival rides and a breathtaking view of the Potomac River.
2020 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2020
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust 31-Sept 6, 2020 - 71st Annual National Hard Crab Derby
Crisfield, Maryland
Held at the Somers Cove Marina. Crab races, crab cooking contest, crab picking contest, parade, skiff races, boat docking contest, crafts, carnival, games, swim meet, entertainment, fresh seafood, beverages and much more! (also: www.crisfieldevents.com/crabderby )
2019 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2019
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust 11, 2019 Taste of Linganore - Beer, Wine & Food Festival
Mt. Airy, Maryland
Celebrate Linganore wine and our own new Red Shedman farm brewed craft beer through small plates and samples from local restaurants, food trucks and caterers while enjoying Linganore wines and Red Shedman beers along with great live music. 2017 MARYLAND - AUGUST 2017
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesAugust 26, 2017 - International Arts and Jerk Festival
Bowie, Maryland
4th Annual International Arts and Jerk Festival to be held at the Howard County Fairground starting at 12noon. We will be showcasing the best of our local Artistes and Barbecue specialists in one area punctuated by the top musicologist in the Washington Metropolitan Area. The genre of music range from Reggae, R&B, Soul, Old School, Saxophonist and Ska. Linganore Winery and Society Wine will be on hand to satisfy all wine enthusiasts and lovers. The famous Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Jerk Pork will be available in abundance. | 
