Summer is in full force here on Delmarva. Summer festivals, music performances, art exhibitions and, of course, the freshest food from land and sea, abounds. While a visit to our area may conjure up visions of big crowds and lots of traffic, there are plenty of off the beaten path options to get away and explore our small towns.
Here’s a roundup of July happenings and check out our itineraries to get tips on planning a visit.
Backyard BBQ
July 6th from 11am – Midnight
Blackwater Distilling & Tavern , 405 Cleat Street, Stevensville
Bring your family, friends, neighbors and loved ones for a day of drinks, food, music, games and good times. This event is a community gathering and fundraiser for the Chesapeake Bay. Music outside by the Patio by two fantastic local musicians: Trini is a hybrid of influences ranging from Classic & Modern Rock, Pop, and various other genres. Can you figure them all out? Trini will take the mic from Noon – 4pm. Our second act, Annapolis born Singer-Songwriter, Brendan Lane, skillfully blends a lively mix of Rock’n’Roll, blues, and contemporary pop elements into his music and has entertained audiences spanning three continents. Tickets are $5.
Taste of Cambridge: Crab Cook-off
July 13, 2019; 5-10pm Tickets: $30 in advance; $35 at door
Event takes place at Poplar Street and Race Street in downtown Cambridge
You be the judge! Taste, Compare, and vote for your favorite crab dishes. Tickets are required for tasting. It’s free to visit the festival and enjoy live music, vendors, crafts for kids, and festival competitions. Get there early to sign up for the kids Watermelon Eating Contest at the kid’s zone!
Heritage Shores Hall of Arts (Bridgeville)
Throughout the month of July, enjoy photography by professional and amateur resident photographic artists of Heritage Shores (55 and better community). More Info: www.facebook.com/pg/heritage shores/services/
Sunset Park Party Night
Enjoy local music at Sunset Park in downtown Ocean City. Concerts are free but bring a chair. Beverages including beer available for purchase.
7/11 – Jaded Love (Rock)
7/18 – British Invasion (Beatles Tribute)
7/25 – Neon Swing Xperience (Swing Band)
Artist Talk with Patricia Dubroof
July 12, 6-7pm. Meet the Ocean City Center for the Arts July artist-in-residence, featured this month in Studio E, and learn more about her artwork and creative process. FREE!
2nd Saturday Serenades – Melodies at the Museum
Free outdoor concert in front of the Milton Historical Society on July 13, 11am – 2pm at the Milton Historical Society featuring Flick Jams – Blues on the Broadkill with Milton’s own Connor Filicko,
Info: www.historicmilton.org/events
2nd Saturday Fun with Watercolors
The Caroline County Council of Arts invites you to join Foundry Artist Sue Bartin on Saturday, July 13th from 2-4 pm for “Fun With Watercolors” This event is free, but registration is required to save your seat!
Berlin Concert on the Lawn
Check out the The High & Wides on July 14 from 6-7pm. Bring chair or blanket for a summer evening of music in beautiful Berlin.
www.taylorhousemuseum.org/events
206 Tuesdays at Six
Tuesday July 16, 2019 6-8pm at Queen Anne’s County Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce Street, Centreville
Queen Anne’s County Centre for the Arts is pleased to present an open mic with Rick. Acoustic musicians, writers, poets are welcome to share their original work on stage. You must RSVP to be added to the nightly schedule. RSVP at 410-758-2520 or [email protected]
Thursdays in the Park ( Concert Series)
July 18 at Cascia Winery, 1200 Thompson Creek Road, Stevensville
Wheel House band at Cascia Winery! Bring blankets, chairs and local brews! This series is presented by the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council/Centre for the Arts.
$5 Film Night
July 20th, 7-8:30pm
Take a break from the beach scene and stop by the Ocean City Center for the Arts for another screening brought to you by the Ocean City Film Festival. This month, enjoy films created for the Ocean City Film Challenge! Meet the filmmakers and join the after-film discussion, all for just $5 admission.
Free Swing Dance Concert at Riverwalk Amphitheater in Salisbury
July 27, 2019, 6:30 p.m
Salisbury Arts and Entertainment District is pleased to announce a free swing dance concert with the Neon Swing X-Perience to be hosted at the Pohanka Riverwalk Amphitheater on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. The concert will be free, and open to the public, with beer, wine and water available for purchase outside. Bring your own lawn chair, sit on the amphitheater steps or dance the night away! Find out more »
Massoni Art Summer Exhibition Group Show
Through August, experience new work coming into the Chestertown, MD gallery every week. Gallery favorites, a few surprises and the chance to cool down Be inspired and dazzle the eye. ART is always the ANSWER and provides just the respite needed during the “canicular days” of summer.
Concerts on the lawn in Berlin 
Heritage Shores Hall of Arts 
2nd Saturday Serenades – Melodies at the Museum 
Concert at Sunset Park in Ocean City 
Swing Dance Band to Perform in Salisbury
