Kinda Jerky Really Nutty
Harry's Decoy's
P and K Rocks
Southern Maryland Plant Nerds
Herring Family Farm
Your Dog's Bakery
Two Sweet Chicks Candy
Dixon Family Farm
Row House Fitness SOMD
Apple Mill
Thoughtfully Hooked
Vendors
Food Trucks
Ruddy Duck
Grizzly Mountain Grill
OTP Wing Wagon
Calvert Crabs
Cousins Maine Lobster
She's Fresh Lemonade
Did Someone Say Funnel Cake
Kneaded Bakery
Just Chillin Ice Pops
Non-Profits
St. Mary's River Watershed Association
St. Mary's County Arts Council
St. Mary's County Library
St. Mary's College of Maryland
Animal Rescue & Outreach Organization
St. Mary's County Museums
Beer and Wine
Delmarva Craft Brewing
Ruddy Duck
Xella Winery
Lyon Rum
Calvert Crabs - Orange Crush Bar
Crooked Crab
3-holes of Mini Golf
Cornhole
Maryland Spirit Dog Parade
Crab Derby
Inflatables
Maypole Dance
Children's crafts (sponsored by Cedar Point Federal Credit Union)
Dakota's Legacy Mobile Petting Zoo (sponsored by Southern Maryland National Heritage Area)
Meet Miss Maryland 2025
Activities
Schedule*
10:00 am
11:00 am
11:30 am
12:00 pm
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
1:30 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
3:30 pm
5:00 pm
Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony
MarylandFest begins!
Crab Derby
Hydra FX
Foggy Bottom Morris Dancers
MayPole Dance
Crab Derby
8Ohms Band
Maryland Spirit Dog Parade
Foggy Bottom Morris Dancers
Crab Derby
Farewell, MarylandFest!
MarylandFest Map
Liberty Tree Dedication
10:00 a.m. near the Visitor Center
Historic St. Mary’s City and the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area invite the public to join local elected officials, tribal leadership, and community members at the dedication of a tulip poplar Liberty Tree as part of the statewide Maryland Liberty Tree Project, commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
MarylandFest FAQ
Saturday, May 2 | Historic St. Mary’s City
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.
INFORMATION BOOTH
Find:
Festival maps
Event schedule
MarylandFest merchandise
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)
INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION
Live music
Craft activities
May Day festivities
Access to Historic St. Mary’s City exhibits & tours
AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Food & drinks from local vendors (bring ID for alcohol)
MarylandFest swag & Maryland-themed goods
Handcrafted items from local artisans
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PAYMENT METHODS
Most vendors accept cash, credit, and Apple Pay.
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