ST. MARY’S CITY, Md. – MarylandFest is taking over Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 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.
“This is Maryland.”
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
Maryland Dove Deck Tours and tours of the outdoor museum will be offered throughout the day.
Admission is $5 for ages 12 and over; children 11 and under 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!
Event Details:
- Date: May 2, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Historic St. Mary’s City, St. Mary’s City, MD
- Admission: $5 for ages 12 and over; children 11 and under are free
For more information, including updates on activities, vendors, and schedules, visit www.hsmcevents.com/marylandfest.
ABOUT MARYLANDFEST
MarylandFest is the ultimate spring celebration of Maryland’s culture, food, drink, and traditions. Formerly known as Beerfest, MarylandFest expands upon the beloved event by offering a broader range of entertainment, food, and beverage options for all ages. Held in the picturesque Historic St. Mary’s City, MarylandFest embraces the best of the Maryland spring season in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
VISITOR LOGISTICS
- PARKING
- Primary parking is in the grass field off Old State House Road (follow signs and attendants).
- Overflow parking is available across the street at SMCM Lot K.
- WHAT TO BRING
- Lawn chairs
- Personal fans
- Blankets
- Well-behaved, leashed pets
- WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME
- Coolers
- Tents or tarps
- Outside alcohol
- Smoking or vaping (of any substance)
- AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
- Food & drinks from local vendors (bring ID for alcohol)
- MarylandFest swag & Maryland-themed goods
- Handcrafted items from local artisans
ABOUT HISTORIC ST. MARY’S CITY
Historic St. Mary’s City is a museum of living history and archaeology dedicated to telling the diverse stories of those who lived in this place now called Maryland. For more information about the museum contact 301-994-4370, 800-SMC-1634, or hsmcc.info@maryland.gov