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Enjoy Music and Mountains at DelFest

The 2024 DelFest kicks off May 23 and runs through May 26. With dozens of bluegrass musicians on multiple stages, a fun-filled KidZone, amazing vendors, and delicious food and drink, all nestled within the lush landscape of the Appalachian Mountains, this annual music “happening” makes for the perfect mountain getaway so book a few nights at a cozy inn to extend your stay!

Photo Credit: Brad Kuntz Photography

Summer is

Here

As you make your Memorial Day plans, look ahead to start your summer off right. Plan a uniquely Maryland getaway and head to the mountains, to the beach, to a quintessential Bay town, or a historic Maryland city to officially start your summer. From adventures with Chesapeake Bay Storytellers to road trip ideas and Maryland bucket lists, all you need to start planning is on our website.

 

Plan Your Fun-Filled June

June is around the corner and it’s no secret that it’s a month filled with inspiring celebrations. It’s not too early to begin your June planning. Father's Day, Fleet Week, Pride, AFRAM and Juneteenth events fill the calendar. From festive parades to solemn commemorations to wild celebrations, we’ve got an event for everyone. And with so many multi-day events, why not find a unique Maryland stay and extend your celebration?

Take a Southern Maryland Road Trip

Follow the path of early Maryland pioneers through a tidewater land in tucked-away places along the Religious Freedom Scenic Byway. The route is within the Great Chesapeake Bay Loop and includes amazing ways to enjoy and explore the beautiful Bay. Dig into local seafood dining along the way, and make it an off-the-beaten-path getaway with a room at the waterfront Back Creek Inn.

Family Fun at Fantastic Food Festivals

From the Chestertown Tea Party Festival to the Brew at the Zoo to the Crisfield Soft Shell Festival, May is chock-full of delicious ways to enjoy Maryland’s bounty. Start your scrumptious summer and make plans to hit them all. And May’s events are just the appetizer, with more to come on summer’s menu.  Book your hotel now and bring the whole family for an unforgettable gastronomic getaway!

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Destination Maryland Magazine is not only the official guide to Maryland travel, it’s a fun, informative, and beautiful look at destinations from Maryland’s coast to the mountains out west. Oh, and did we mention, it’s free, it’s awesome, and it’s just a click away.

Maryland Minute

Each week, the Maryland Minute provides highlights and insights on events around the state. Maryland Minute is featured on Audacy radio stations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., WERQ and on Baltimore’s WBAL-AM 1090.