There’s a lot happening on the Eastern Shore in 2025! Come see what all the excitement is about!

Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
Date: Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13

The Eastern Shore Sea Glass and Coastal Arts Festival brings artisans and craftspeople who will exhibit and sell coastal and sea-glass related jewelry, home décor, art, and more. The popular festival runs 10am–5pm Saturday and 10am–4pm Sunday, with all tickets valid for admission on both days.

Each ticket includes entrance to the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival, live music, and all of the exhibitions and historic structures on the campus of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Vendor information and more about the festival can be found at seaglassfestival.com. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, including beer, wine, and cocktails.

21st ANNUAL PLEIN AIR EASTON ART FESTIVAL JULY 11 – 20

Plein Air Easton is the largest and most prestigious juried Plein Air painting competition in the U.S.! Artists from all over the world participate in this week long festival. Head to the Easton historic district as galleries and shops host demos and receptions, see some live music, and see the artist’s original work, demonstrations, workshops and exhibits!

 EAGLEMAN JUNE 8th & IRONMAN SEPTEMBER 20th in Cambridge, MD

Be part of one of the world’s most grueling endurance events which takes place  in neighboring Dorchester County. This triathlon challenges participants from all over the world! We are proud to host athletes from around the world for both events.

Skipjack Nathan Sails Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester offers public sails on the Choptank River aboard an authentic oystering vessel (Maryland’s state boat!) most Saturdays, starting May 13

Riverboat Cruises Choptank Riverboats offers lunch or dinner, crab feast, murder mystery, and sightseeing cruises from May 14 through mid-October.