SOUTHERN MARYLAND — From waterfront concerts and family carnivals to creative workshops and back-to-school giveaways, this week offers a wide mix of events happening across Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. Whether you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids, planning a night out, or just want to explore what’s happening in your neighborhood, there are plenty of ways to stay connected and make the most of the season.
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THINGS TO DO IN CALVERT COUNTY
Mingle & Make: Christmas in July on July 25 (6 to 8 p.m.), located at Kids Art Skool, 301 Steeple Chase Drive, Ste 105, Prince Frederick, MD – Embrace the holiday spirit early with sunshine, snowflakes, and seasonal crafts. Create festive, giftable projects in this adults-only workshop. $25 per person.
DJ CJ on July 25 (9 p.m.), located at 1936 Bar & Grill, 4160 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD – Dance the night away with live DJ entertainment, delicious food, and refreshing drinks at this lively waterfront venue. Free event.
Cosplay 101: What is Cosplay? on July 26 (noon to 1:30 p.m.), located at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, Meeting Room 2, Prince Frederick, MD – Teens and adults (ages 13+) are invited to explore the world of cosplay, from its origins to practical tips on character transformation. Great for beginners and seasoned fans alike. Free event.
Award-Winning Blues – Mike Westcott & Still Standing on July 26 (8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.), located at Buckets Bar & Grill, 12020 Rousby Hall Rd, Lusby, MD – Experience high-energy, rockin’ blues from one of D.C.’s most acclaimed blues frontmen as Mike Westcott makes his debut at Buckets alongside Wolf Crescenze and Scott Rabino. Come early for great food and stay for explosive guitar solos and a night of dancing. No cover.
Rock the Dock: All-Star Purple Party on July 27 (2 p.m.), located at Rod ‘N’ Reel Resort, 4160 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD – Celebrate the legacy of Prince with a high-energy tribute show featuring Edward “Junie” Henderson and an all-star band. This two-hour performance includes all the iconic hits in a lively waterfront setting. Tickets required.
Buy Local Challenge Celebration on July 28 (5 to 8 p.m.), located at Rolling Acres Farm and Tettimers’ Produce, 3305 St. Leonard Road, Port Republic, MD – Support the region’s agricultural community with this family-friendly event featuring local produce and artisan creations. $5 admission for ages 7 and up; children 6 and under free.
Summer Camp: Chesapeake Legends and Explorers beginning July 28 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through July 31), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD – This 4-day camp for rising 5th and 6th graders dives into Southern Maryland’s folklore, archaeology, and history through storytelling, field trips, and hands-on exploration. Includes a cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison. $120 for members; $130 for nonmembers.
Humane Society Lunch/Dinner Fundraiser on July 29 (starting at 11:00 a.m.), located at Chesapeake Market and Grille, 7150 Lake Shore Dr, North Beach, MD – Let Chesapeake Market and Grille handle lunch or dinner while supporting a great cause. A portion of the day’s proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of Calvert County. No additional cost to participate.
Annual Fireman’s Carnival from July 29 to August 2 (6 to 11 p.m. nightly), located at Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive, Prince Frederick, MD – Enjoy five nights of family fun with over 40 attractions, including rides, games, and food. Every night is Wrist Band Night, allowing unlimited rides for one price. Coupons available at local businesses. Tickets required for rides; wristband pricing available.
Trivia Night on July 30 (6:30 p.m.), located at CBQ, 4150 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD – Think you know the most popular answers? Join CBQ for a fast-paced, family-friendly twist on trivia, where teams compete to guess survey-based results. Enjoy great food and drinks while battling it out for bragging rights. Free event; RSVP encouraged.
For more Calvert County events, visit the Calvert County Maryland website.
THINGS TO DO IN CHARLES COUNTY
WPGC Bike Fest from July 25 to 27 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily), located at Maryland International Raceway, 27861 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville, MD – High-speed action returns with motorcycle racing, exhibitions, and entertainment across three adrenaline-filled days. Tickets required.
La Plata Summer Concert Series – U.S. Navy Band Commodores on July 25 (7 to 9 p.m.), located at La Plata Town Hall, 305 Queen Anne St, La Plata, MD – Enjoy an evening of jazz performed by the U.S. Navy’s premier big band in this free outdoor summer concert series. Free event.
Paranormal Cirque from July 25 to 27 (7:30 to 10:30 p.m. nightly), located at St. Charles Towne Center, 11110 Mall Cir, Waldorf, MD – A thrilling fusion of circus, theater, and horror under the black and red big top. For mature audiences only. Tickets required.
Christmas in July at Hughesville Bargain Barn on July 26 (9 a.m.), located at Hughesville Bargain Barn, 8275 Old Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD – Shop early for the holidays with over 40 vendors offering handcrafted goods, décor, fashion, and one-day-only deals. Enjoy beachy Christmas vibes, giveaways, and seasonal treats. Free event.
Butler’s Farm Trail Ride & Line Dance Field Party on July 26 (noon to 8 p.m.), located at Butler’s Farm, 3835 Gardiner Road, Waldorf, MD – Saddle up for a fun-filled day of trail riding, music, and line dancing at this lively outdoor celebration. Tickets required.
3rd Annual Love & Peace Between The Lines Bookbag & School Supplies Giveaway on July 27 (9 a.m. to noon), located at Bensville Park, White Plains, MD – Don’t miss this back-to-school celebration featuring a free basketball clinic for all ages, a bookbag filled with school supplies, and a free basketball for every child. Plus, enjoy chances to win free shoes, gear, and more. Free event.
Cork & Mane Wine Tasting Fundraiser on July 27 (3 to 5 p.m.), located at The Charles, 417 Charles Street, La Plata, MD – Join Southern Maryland Equine Miracles for an afternoon of wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, and a silent auction to support local rescue horses. A slideshow during the event will highlight the organization’s mission and animals. Tickets required: $50 per person.
It’s A Comedy of Errors, Hon! on July 29 (7 to 8 p.m.), located at Potomac Branch Library, Charles County Public Library – Enjoy a Baltimore-themed spin on Shakespeare’s A Comedy of Errors with the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, featuring colorful characters, hilarious mix-ups, and a local twist that brings classic theatre to life. Free event.
Groovy Nate on July 29 (10 a.m.), located on the West Lawn of La Plata Town Hall – Enjoy a lively performance blending music, movement, and comedy with Groovy Nate, perfect for preschool and elementary-age children. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and be ready for fun in the sun. The Splash Pad will reopen after the show. Free event.
For more Charles County events, visit the Charles County Maryland website.
THINGS TO DO IN ST. MARY’S COUNTY
Drive-Thru Sliced Pit Pork Sandwich Dinner on July 26 (noon to 4 p.m. or until sold out), located at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville, MD – Enjoy a hearty meal of sliced pit pork, cole slaw, baked beans, and chips, packaged to go with optional onsite seating available. $20 per dinner, cash only.
Freaky Friday @ Three Notch Theatre on July 25 – July 27 (Thursdays–Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m.), located at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, MD – When a mother and daughter magically switch bodies, they must navigate a hilarious and heartfelt journey to understand one another. Tickets: $20 adults, $17 special discount groups, $15 children ages 6–11; free for under 5 (not recommended for young children).
Southern Maryland Boat Club’s Bash on the Bay on July 26–27, located at Leonardtown Wharf Park, Leonardtown, MD – Experience the roar of vintage race boats as they tear across Breton Bay in this thrilling two-day regatta. Meet the drivers during lunch, explore the pits, and enjoy food trucks or nearby dining in Leonardtown Square. Free event.
Summer Nights at Sotterley: Lovely Lepidoptera on July 26 (7:30 to 9:30 p.m.), located at Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood, MD – Explore the nighttime world of moths and UV-reactive flowers through interactive garden tours and a “Moth Magnet” display. Best for children ages 5 and up. $5 per person for non-members; free for members.
SOMD Wine In White SOMD Speakeasy on July 26 (5:30 to 9:30 p.m.), located at Fenwick Inn, 41685 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown, MD – Calling all party-goers, milestone-celebrators, and lovers of all things elegant and mysterious! The 3rd Annual Southern Maryland Wine In White is back, and this year, we’re taking you straight to the Roaring 1920s with our SoMD Speakeasy theme. Tickets required.
Jazz Brunch at Pier450 on July 27 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), located at Pier450, 16880 Piney Point Rd, Piney Point, MD – Savor a relaxing Sunday brunch accompanied by live jazz from Sarah Greely & Friends, performing timeless classics from the Great American Songbook. No cover charge.
Finding the Right College Fit: A Personalized Approach on July 28 (5 to 6:30 p.m.), located at Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD – Join college success coach and author F. J. Talley for a free workshop designed to help students find schools that match their strengths, craft standout applications, and prepare for college life. Free event; registration required.
Paint a Pokémon Class on July 28 (4:30 p.m.), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Catch and customize your favorite character at this hands-on painting event featuring 3D-printed Pokémon figures like Pikachu, Charmander, and more. All supplies provided; fun for all ages. Tickets required; reservation required to select your Pokémon.
Portrait Mini-Sessions by Orlando Thompson Photography on July 29 (beginning at 10 a.m.), located at Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD – Book a 10-minute portrait session with professional photographer Orlando Thompson. Includes one fully edited digital photo delivered by secure link. Perfect for updating profiles or creating keepsakes. Free session; advanced registration required.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LYNN’S MUSIC LISTINGS
Friday – July 25th
3:00pm – Wes Ryce – Christmas in April @ Olde Town Pub – Leonardtown MD
5:00pm – Joseph Norris – Morris Point Restaurant – Abell MD
5:00pm – Richard Hayward – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – La Plata MD
5:00pm – Ryan Webster – Running Hare Vineyard – Prince Frederick MD
5:30pm – Eddie Anderson – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
6:00pm – Chris Dean – Mully’s Brewery – Prince Frederick MD
6:00pm – David Norris & Stu – Coast 2 Coast Seafood Bar – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Byron Ciotter – The Local – Hollywood MD
6:00pm – Jack Allen – Southern Trail Distillery – Mechanicsville MD
6:00pm – Monkey Business – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD
6:00pm – 3 of a Kind – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Brad Turner – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
6:00pm – Billy Breslin – Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Nightcap – Creekside Farm Brewery – King George VA
6:00pm – Glamour Kitty – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
6:30pm – Doc Lohn – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
7:00pm – Gypsy Sol – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
7:00pm – River Concert Series @ St. Mary’s College – St. Mary’s City MD
7:00pm – Red Betty & the Ruckus – Blue Fish Pub – Solomons MD
7:00pm – Get Ready – Swan Point Country Club – Swan Point MD
7:00pm – US Navy Band Commodores – Town Hall Series – La Plata MD
7:00pm – HydraFX – Christmas in April @ Olde Town Pub – Leonardtown MD
8:00pm – Arrival – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
Saturday – July 26th
11:30pm – Steve Potter Band – behind Hooks & Hangers – Charlotte Hall MD
12:00pm – Doc Lohn – Two Lions Vineyards – Upper Marlboro MD
2:00pm – Greg Floberg – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD
2:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Ketch 22 Restaurant – North Beach MD
2:00pm – Shane Graham – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
2:00pm – Waters Edge Band – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
3:00pm – John Luskey – Pirates Cove Dock Bar – Galesville MD
2:00pm – Gypsy Sol – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
2:30pm – High Energy Group – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
3:00pm – Sister Midnight – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
5:00pm – Joseph Norris – Morris Point Restaurant – Abell MD
5:30pm – Dust on the Bottle – Running Hare Winery – Prince Frederick MD
6:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
6:00pm – Troll Tribe – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Liquid A – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Ryan Webster – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD
6:00pm – Hate The Toy – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
6:00pm – Swamp Weasels – Southern Trail Distillery – Mechanicsville MD
6:00pm – Girl Crush – Blue Fish Pub – Solomons MD
6:30pm – Crayfish – The Potomac Gardens – Coltons Point MD
6:30pm – Funkzilla – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
7:00pm – Marianne Styles – Pax River Ale House – Lexington Park MD
7:00pm – Chris Dean – The Brass Tap – California MD
8:00pm – Mike Westcott & Still Standing – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
8:00pm – Drivetrain – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
8:00pm – Mike Mead Band – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
8:00pm – Backstage Pass – Wild Bill’s – Ocean City MD
8:30pm – Never 2 Late – Ollie’s Bar & Grill – La Plata MD
9:00pm – Fast Eddie & the Slowpokes – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
9:00pm – HydraFX Trio – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
Sunday – July 27th
2:00pm – Peter James – Wharf 38 – Deale MD
2:00pm – Sister Midnight – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
2:00pm – Nightcap – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
2:00pm – Rockabilly Rebels – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
2:30pm – Run Catch Rain – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
3:00pm – Blake & Hamner – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
3:00pm – Jason Bishop – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD
3:00pm – The Backburner Duo – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
3:00pm – Ryan Forrester – The Pier – Solomons MD
3:00pm – Jack Allen – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
3:00pm – Mike Trujillo & Krys Baker – Wheel House – North Beach MD
3:00pm – Midnight Sunsets – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
3:00pm – Greg Barrick – The Scuttlebutt – Cobb Island MD
5:30pm – The Prophessor – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
Monday – July 28th
7:00pm – Open Mic w/ Will Benthal – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
Tuesday – July 29th
5:00pm – Doc Lohn – Wharf 38 – Deale MD
5:00pm – Michael Ferro – Heritage 485 – Prince Frederick MD
6:00pm – Wes Ryce & Darren Reeder – Apehangers Bar – Bel Alton MD
6:30pm – Open Mic w/Mike Trujillo – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
Wednesday – July 30th
5:00pm – Doc Lohn – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
6:00pm – Audra Keeler & Johnny Brown – The Pier – Solomons MD
7:00pm – Open Mic w/Steve Nelson – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
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