Annapolis U.S. Sailboat Show
October 9th through October 13th, 2014

Now in it's 43rd year, the internationally acclaimed sailboat show at Annapolis City Dock is the largest and oldest in-water sailboat show in the world.  Sailboats from major manufacturers include new designs and models make their debut. Explore all designs including the world's largest collection of catamarans and multihulls.

Miles of docks are constructed to display everything from brand new cruising sailboats to kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. - See more at: https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/united-states-sailboat-show/?q=us-sailboat-show/home#sthash.I3I7SaaN.dpuf

The historic seaport of Annapolis has miles of docks constructed to display everything from kayaks, paddleboards

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War of 1812
Battle of Caulk's Field Re-enactment
Chestertown, MD

Saturday, August 30, 2014 - Activities Throughout Kent County
Sunday, August 31, 2014–The Re-enactment at Caulk's Field Battlefield

The Battle of Caulk’s Field took place in the night of Aug. 30 and early morning hours of Aug. 31, 1814, during the week between the burning of Washington and the attack on Fort McHenry. During that time the British navy had the task of blockading American shipping on the Chesapeake Bay, transporting Royal Marines and sailors to points of attack, and using a fleet of battle-rigged ships of the line to harass and disrupt American military, commerce and regular citizens. Read more Battle of Caulk's Field.

The Battle of Caulk’s Field Bicentennial

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The 3rd Annual Great Chesapeake Balloon Festival will be held:

Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 2, 2014

The Easton festival will feature many events including at least 15 balloons and a giant walk-thru balloon for children and adults.  Two hot air balloons, tethered to the ground will offer rides up to 60 feet in the air.  After Sunset there will be a balloon 'glow'.  Premiering this year is a special shape balloon, “Eddie &  Rickenbacker” balloon featuring the history of Army aviation.  Visit this link for additional info More Balloon Festival

War of 1812 Battle of Caulk's Field
Bicentennial Re-enactment
Chestertown, MD

Saturday, August 30, 2014 - Activities throughout Kent County
Sunday, August 31, 2014–The Re-enactment at Caulk's Field Battlefield

The Battle of Caulk’s Field Bicentennial Re-Enactment is scheduled to take place on the original battlefield site located in Kent County, Maryland.  Read more Battle of Caulk's Field.  This is a 2-day event with plenty of things to do around Kent County.  Besides the actual re-enactment other planned activities include:  Tall Ship public sails and tours, parades, re-enactments, and dedications.

The Battle of Caulk’s Field took place in the night of Aug. 30 and early morning hours of Aug. 31, 1814, during the week between the burning of

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CHESTERTOWN CRAZY DAYS

Thursday July 24 - Saturday, July 26

Chestertown’s annual Crazy Days event is this week!  The main focus is on the downtown shops having their sidewalk sales.  In Fountain Park kids can enjoy free face painting, story telling with local Playmaker's group, and watch a Pie Eating Contest.

Friday the 4th of July, Chestertown will have its firework display at dusk on the Chester River. A good view point is Wilmer Park.  Also on Friday,  July 4th from 5-8pm is the Chestertown First Friday "Independents' Celebration" in Fountain Park. More 4th Event Info

 

SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Saturday, June 21
6:00 - 10:00 PM
Wilmer Park, Chestertown

 

This CRA event is to celebrate the Chester River and the good works of CRA to protect the Chester River.  This year there will be an open bar, buffet dinner by Magnolia Caterers and live music.  A silent and live auction will give guests an opportunity to bid on paintings, sailing adventures, and a cruise aboard the historic schooner Sultana with up to 25 guests.  

For information and tickets visit www.chesterriverassociation.org.

CHESTERTOWN TEA PARTY FESTIVAL

May 22-25, 2014
Memorial Day Weekend

The Annual Chestertown Tea Party Festival Events include street performances, folks in period dress, colonial crafts, parade, cocktail party, and musicians.  A Wine and Craft Beer Tasting will be held at Wilmer Park from noon to 4 p.m. This event will feature local Maryland wineries and craft brewers.

History of the Chestertown Tea Party...In response to British Parliament’s closing of the port of Boston, the citizens of Chestertown, Maryland met in May of 1774 at the town center, marched down High Street to the brigantine Geddes, anchored in the Chester River and tossed her cargo of tea overboard. and set forth “Resolves” forbidding importing, selling, or consuming tea in

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CHESTERTOWN DOWNRIGGING WEEKEND - November 1-4, 2013

Visit Historic Chestertown, one of America’s best preserved historic seaports, for Sultana Projects’ Downrigging Weekend. Chestertown's Downrigging Weekend is one of the largest annual Tall Ship and wooden boat festivals on the East Coast.  The festival is organized by Sultana Projects, a non-profit that first formed around the construction of the Sultana.  Today, Sultana is a school ship, carrying thousands of children and other passengers on educational trips throughout the year.  Enjoy performances by world-class musicians; lectures by nationally recognized authors and filmmakers. Go sailing as part of a fleet of historic ships", representing over 400 years of maritime history.  For a Schedule

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The Chesapeake Balloon Festival will be held in Easton on August 2-3, 2013.  Visitors can take passenger flights and enjoy other activities including the Balloon Glow.  There will be food and beverages available.  The public is invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs.  The event benefits the Talbot Paramedic Foundation. Use this link for:   More Balloon Festival