ANNAPOLIS, Md., April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- What's happening
in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County in May? Plenty! With
finals out of the way, thousands of midshipmen donned in their
dress whites are out and about in downtown Annapolis – on the streets, in restaurants and
shops, along City Dock. There's an excitement in the air as the
community celebrates our nation's newly minted Navy and Marine
Corps officers. To make it easier to enjoy the sights and sounds of
May in Maryland's capital city,
Visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel
County is highlighting seven events you won't want to miss!
Some say it's the most beautiful day in Annapolis! Come, camera in hand, and capture
door after door of baskets filled with colorful spring flowers
during the 63rd Annual May Day Basket Competition.
May 1.
Shop among the creations of 130 local and regional artisans;
dine at outdoor cafes; and enjoy several live bands during the
17th Annual First Sunday Arts Festival. May 5 and every first Sunday through November
3.
Runner's World Magazine calls the Maritime
Republic of Eastport .05K Bridge Run "the least challenging
athletic event ever conceived." May
11.
After four years of 24/7 work and commitment, graduating
midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the U.S. Navy and Marine
Corps during Commissioning Week festivities. The celebration
includes concerts, a formal parade, the Herndon Monument
climb, and a Blue Angels flight demonstration. May 17-May 24.
Celebrate the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for
our country at the Annapolis Memorial Day Parade. May 27.
Spend Wednesday evenings dining, dancing and enjoying live music
beneath a canopy of lights at Dinner Under the Stars. Restaurants
offer international and hometown flavors. May 29 and every Wednesday through
September 18.
Capture a taste of Athens at the Annapolis Greek Festival.
May 30-June 2.
Links:
May Day
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2019 Events Calendar: https://www.visitannapolis.org/events
About Visit Annapolis and Anne
Arundel County: VAAAC is a nonprofit, membership-based
destination marketing organization that generates revenues for the
local economy by promoting Annapolis and Anne
Arundel County to leisure and business travelers across the
country and around the world. www.VisitAnnapolis.org.
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