SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Spring is in full swing, and Southern Maryland is brimming with exciting events from April 18 through April 24. Whether you’re searching for family-friendly Easter fun, live entertainment, educational experiences, or outdoor adventures, this week offers something for everyone across Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. Discover what’s happening in your community and make the most of the season with this roundup of local events.
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CALVERT COUNTY
Eco-Invaders on April 18 (10 am to 3 pm), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD – Learn how nonnative species affect ecosystems and play the interactive Aqua-invaders game. Best for ages 6+. Included with museum admission.
Maritime Performance Series – Josh Goforth on April 18 (7 pm), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD – Enjoy an evening of Appalachian storytelling and music with multi-instrumentalist Josh Goforth. Doors open at 6 pm. Tickets required ($20 advance; $25 day-of).
Spring Fling Market on April 19, 2025 (9 am to 2 pm), located at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13470 Dowell Road, Solomons, MD – Celebrate spring and fill your Easter basket with handmade, homemade, and homegrown treasures at the Spring Fling Market. Enjoy a festive day with featured food trucks like Blue Wind Gourmet and Buds n’ Beans, plus a pet-friendly atmosphere, rain or shine. Free admission.
Fossil Egg Hunt on April 19 (10 am to 12 pm), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD – Kids ages 3–10 can search for eggs containing real fossils and excavate their finds. Tickets required; pre-registration required.
HLOC Annual Easter Eggstravaganza on April 19 (12 to 2 pm), located at Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, 24801 Three Notch Rd, Hollywood, MD—The Hollywood-Leonardtown Optimist Club hosts this free Easter event for the first 150 children ages 12 and under. Enjoy egg painting, games, a visit with the Easter Bunny, raffles, giveaways, and snacks. Admission is free for kids 12 and under; food and bake sale items are available for purchase.
Intro to Laser Etching – Bay Inspired Décor on April 24 (6 to 7:30 pm), located at Twin Beaches Branch – Makerspace, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, MD – Learn how to design and create artwork using the library’s laser etcher. Participants will leave with a custom Bay-inspired keepsake and certification to use the machine. Pre-registration and completion of online training required.
Museum Store Member Discount Day on April 20 (10:15 am to 4:45 pm), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD – CMM members receive 20% off all purchases in the Museum Store. Membership required
Science for Community Seminar – UMCES CBL on April 22 (7 to 8 pm), located at UMCES Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, 142 Williams Street, Solomons, MD – Join us as we celebrate a remarkable milestone, the 100th anniversary of CBL, the oldest state supported marine lab on the East Coast and the founding laboratory of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES). Talks will highlight our history and 100-year legacy in groundbreaking environmental research, education and public service. When: Tuesdays from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. April 8 – May 6, 2025. Where: CBL’s Bernie Fowler Lab, 142 Williams Street, Solomons, MD 20688. Please register for the event. Free entry.
For more Calvert County events, visit the Calvert County Maryland website.
CHARLES COUNTY
The Thief on the Cross (Good Friday Dramatic Presentation) on April 18 (7:30 to 9 pm), located at La Plata United Methodist Church, 6 Port Tobacco Rd, La Plata, MD – Experience a powerful Good Friday service featuring music and a moving dramatic portrayal of Jesus’ final hours through the eyes of the thief on the cross. Free admission.
3rd Annual EGGstravaganza & Spring Festival on April 19 (1 to 4 pm), located at Melwood Recreation Center, 9035 Ironsides Road, Nanjemoy, MD – Hop on over to Melwood’s Spring Eggstravaganza for one of the largest egg hunts in the state! Enjoy games, crafts, activities, the bunny trail, prizes, food trucks, and so much more. Plus, we’ll have an accessible and sensory-friendly egg hunt and activities for all to enjoy. Accessible Egg Hunt Section, Games, Interactive Activities & Crafts, Petting Zoo. Photos with the EGGstravaganza Bunny himself! Free event.
SpringFest on April 19 (1 to 5 pm), located at Westlake High School, 3300 Middletown Road, Waldorf, MD – Celebrate the season with iNgage Community Church’s SpringFest, a free family event featuring live music, games, food, and a Capture the Golden Egg Hunt for kids ages 2–9 and 10 and up. In partnership with Convoy of Hope, the event also includes a grocery giveaway. Pre-registration encouraged.
Blue Splash Water Safety Day on April 19 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), located at Lackey High School Indoor Pool, 3000 Chicamuxen Road, Indian Head, MD – Hosted by Charles County Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, this event raises awareness about water safety—especially for children and families of individuals with autism and other disabilities. Parents must accompany participants in the pool. Registration required.
Ice Cream with the Easter Bunny on April 21 (11 am to 1 pm), located at Town Hall, 305 Queen Anne Street, La Plata, MD – Wrap up spring break with a sweet treat! Enjoy a free community event featuring ice cream, family-friendly activities, and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Free admission.
College of Southern Maryland 4th Annual Latino Fest on April 24 (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM), located at CSM Center for Business and Industry, N Campus Dr, La Plata, MD – Celebrate Latino heritage with live music by Verny Varela Band, cultural presentations, and community fellowship. The event will take place in the Campus Center Building, Room 100. FREE admission.
Jazz in the Country Ribbon Cutting at the Chamber on April 22 (5:30 PM to 7:00 PM), located at Charles County Chamber of Commerce, 303 Charles Street, Suite 100, La Plata, MD 20646 – Celebrate the official ribbon cutting for Jazz in the Country with networking, refreshments, and a preview of this year’s festival plans. FREE admission.
For more Charles County events, visit the Charles County Maryland website.
ST. MARY’S COUNTY
HSMC Members-Only Lab Tour on April 18 (time TBD), located at Historic St. Mary’s City, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 – In celebration of Maryland Archaeology Month, members can enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the HSMC research lab with Curator Jennifer Ogborne. Members only – registration required.
Spring Saturday: Plant Swap on April 19 (9:30 to 11 am), located at Margaret Brent Pavilion, Historic St. Mary’s City, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 – Join fellow gardeners for a free community swap of plants, seeds, tools, and more. Rain or shine. Free admission.
What’s Soaring at Sotterley on April 19 (9 am to 12 pm), located at Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD – Celebrate Earth Day with a scenic bird walk guided by Dean Newman of the Southern Maryland Audubon Society. Spot Bald Eagles, warblers, meadowlarks, woodpeckers, and waterfowl along Sotterley’s trails. All experience levels welcome. Bring binoculars, a field guide, and wear weather-appropriate clothing. FREE admission; registration encouraged.
Family and Consumer Sciences – UMD Extension on April 21 (9:30 to 11:30 am), located at Leonardtown Library, 23630 Hayden Farm Ln, Leonardtown, MD – Stop by the library lobby to connect with the St. Mary’s County UMD Extension Office and learn tips on food safety, financial wellness, home safety, and more. Free event.
Chess Club at Swords and Spoons on April 22 (6 to 8 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 126, California, MD – Join the Pax Strategy Club at Swords and Spoons for a night of chess. Free entry.
Sotterley Presents: Hellbenders with Matthew Neff on April 23 (7 to 8:30 pm), located at Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD – Learn about the Eastern Hellbender and Japanese Giant Salamander during this engaging wildlife talk. These gargantuan amphibians were once common across the eastern United States, from southwestern New York to Georgia. Free with registration; pre-reception at 6:15 pm. Registration is required
Line Dancing Night on April 24 (6 to 8 pm), located at 1936 Bar & Grill, 4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD – Kick up your boots for an evening of fun with a professional line dancing lesson followed by open floor dancing, great music, food, and drinks. Perfect for all skill levels. $10 cover charge at the door.
For more St. Mary’s County events, check out the Visit St. Mary’s MD website.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LYNN’S MUSIC LISTINGS
Friday – April 18th
5:00pm – Nightcap – Mully’s Brewery – Prince Frederick MD
5:00pm – Brian Grumbine – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – La Plata MD
5:00pm – Jack Allen – The Slice House – Leonardtown MD
5:00pm – Levi Stephens – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD
5:30pm – Joseph Norris – Coast 2 Coast Seafood Bar – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Greg Barrick – Dockside Tiki Bar – Colonial Beach VA
6:00pm – Good Talk Russ – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Joe Parsons – Southern Trail Distillary – Mechanicsville MD
6:00pm – Chris Dean – The Local – Hollywood MD
7:00pm – Foreign Company – Cult Classic Brewing Co – Stevensville MD
7:00pm – The Bootleggers – Kaow Thai Restaurant – La Plata MD
7:00pm – Justin Myles – Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill – Solomons MD
8:00pm – Bad Influence – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
8:00pm – Justin Taylor Band – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
8:30pm – Trapped in SOMD Rock Show – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
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8:30pm – Comedy Night – The Taphouse 1637 – California MD
Saturday – April 19th
12:00pm – Shane Graham & Krys Baker – Running Hare – Pr. Frederick MD
12:30pm – Mark Tatum – Two Lions Vineyards – Upper Marlboro MD
2:00pm – Shari Flowers-Sweeney – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD
2:00pm – James Cornett – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
2:00pm – John Howard – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
3:00pm – Dave Tieff – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
4:00pm – Arkansas Williams – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD
5:00pm – Monkey Business – Running Hare Winery – Prince Frederick MD
6:00pm – Superior Sound Acoustic – The Local – Hollywood MD
6:00pm – 3 of a Kind – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Chris Dean – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
6:00pm – Motorboat Co. – Southern Trail Distillary – Mechanicsville MD
6:30pm – Tiffany & Jay – Blue Fish Pub – Solomons MD
6:30pm – Open Mic – The Potomac Gardens – Coltons Point MD
7:00pm – Greg Barrick – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD
7:00pm – Riley Allen – The Taphouse 1637 – California Md
7:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Neptunes Pub – North Beach MD
7:00pm – Byron Ciotter – Pax River Ale House – Lexington Park MD
7:30pm – Nate Robinson & Pat Willis – Sunset Creek @ Veras – Lusby MD
8:00pm – 5 South – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
8:00pm – Tranzfusion – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
8:00pm – Devil in Disguise – The Rex Theatre – Leonardtown MD
8:00pm – Taboo – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
8:00pm – Myles & Simpson – O’Gannigan’s Pub – Prince Frederick MD
9:00pm – Sara & the Igniters – Huntt’s Tavern – Pomfret MD
9:00pm – Doc Martin & the Flannels – Apehangers Bar – Bel Alton MD
Sunday – April 20th – Easter
3:00pm – The Hollow Truths – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
3:00pm – Nightcap – The Pier – Solomons MD
Monday – April 21st
7:00pm – Open Mic w/ Will Benthal – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
Tuesday – April 22nd
5:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Heritage 485 – Prince Frederick MD
6:30pm – Open Mic w/Mike Trujillo – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
Wednesday – April 23nd
5:00pm – Nightcap – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
5:00pm – John Luskey – Ketch 22 Restaurant – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Bradley Turner – The Pier – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Jeremy Robinson – Brick Wood Fired Bistro – Prince Frederick MD
7:00pm – Open Mic w/Steve Nelson – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
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