"Visit Maryland" for Labor Day, International Underground Railroad Month, Summer Fairs and Festivals, Water Excursions and More!

Make Labor Day Plans

Labor Day is just around the corner. Make plans to head west to the mountains or chill on the coast, take a road trip on a Maryland Scenic Byway, or follow one of our new Great Chesapeake Bay Loop trip itineraries. It’s all waiting for you. Check out these unique Maryland stays and make it an end-of-summer escape to remember.

Celebrate International Underground Railroad Month

Plan your journey now for September’s International Underground Railroad Month in Maryland. Events, talks and tours fill the calendar, starting with an amazing kick-off event, A Day of Unity and Healing at Historic Sotterley. A full schedule of International Underground Railroad Month events can be found at VisitMaryland.org.

Enjoy Summer

Fairs and

Festivals

Summertime is festival and fair season in Maryland. Enjoy fantastic local food festivals and restaurant weeks and make plans for the Maryland State Fair (August 22-September 8), the Maryland Folk Festival (September 20-22), the Renaissance Festival (August 27 through October 20) and more! Make the most of festival season with a few nights at one of these cozy places.

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Keep it Local

August is National Black-Owned Business Month, and a great time to visit one of Baltimore’s fantastic Black-owned hot spots. From vegan soul to seafood-centric menus to cozy coffee spots, Baltimore’s Black chefs are cooking up special treats just for you. Extend your culinary holiday with a “deliciously relaxing” stay at a boutique Baltimore hotel .

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Get Out On The Water

August is the perfect time to dive into Maryland’s sparkling waterways. Whether it’s sailing, paddling, fishing, or just one more beach getaway, don’t let summer slip past without (at least!) one more trip out on the water. Enjoy our waterways, from cool mountain waterfalls and lakes to the serene Chesapeake Bay to the shores of the majestic Atlantic.

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"See Yourself Here"

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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.